RENTING A MOVING TRUCK/VAN
The truck/van you rent to load and move your things when moving to a different location is a less-expensive alternative to professional moving firms. Unlike movers, you do the packing, loading, and driving yourself. This Do-It-Yourself (DITY) move could be a great way to save on moving costs and make a little money, but only if you have a manageable amount of property to bring with you. NOTE: DITY moves are only for those that are PCSing, all other moves are not paid. The truck size matters. It’s imperative that you pick out the right transportation for your impending change of houses. While the objects from a one-bedroom apartment might just fit a 16-foot truck, the content of a fully furnished three-bedroom house might require one or two trips of a 22-foot truck. Make sure that you spare yourself a lot of grief and get the right size for your moving truck, especially if you’re facing a long-distance move. You can call on your friends for help in packing and loading your things into this rented truck. This will make it easier to do the moving without professional help. To get the best deal and pull off a successful and uneventful move, keep in mind the following: • Time your move. Mid-month and mid-week are the best days to get a good price, since most movers say the weekends and month-ends are the busiest times for them. • Look for inexpensive but serviceable packaging. Recycled boxes are less expensive. Check social media garage sale & PCS sites for anyone that may be trying to get rid of boxes. Consider making a ISO packing material post. • Start packing a long time off. Plan months ahead regarding which items you’ll bring with you and which 124
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