what it might cost. Or you can search “movers near me” in your origin city and destination city to ask for quotes.
CHOOSING AND HIRIN G AND HIRING A MOVER
Movers are a big help with all the items you need to pack, load, and transport over a long distance. If you’re bringing several rooms of furniture and a family load of personal possessions, hiring a moving company will decidedly be the practical choice. Depending on the sources you check, intrastate moves can cost $2,000-$3000 and more with minimal to average loads. Interstate moves can cost $7,000-$8,000 and more, based on an approximate weight of 7,500 pounds, or a 2-3-bedroom home, and an approximate distance of 1,000 miles, plus other moving services needed. You will need to consider all your moving options carefully (including whether you might want to drive or ship off your car in advance). We recommend that you get at least three to four bids from different moving companies before you decide who to work with. That will ensure you get a fair price — and maybe even a good deal out of it. The first thing to consider while analyzing these bids is verifying that the movers you want to work with are legit and up-to-date, with all the required insurance and approvals. The issue is choosing the right moving company to work with you. Here are some things to consider when hiring movers: • Consider reputation. Ask around for movers whom friends and relatives recommend based on their experience. Have at least three companies to compare services and reviews from before making your final choice. • Choose local. Oftentimes, local companies are the better choice in terms of budget and availability.
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