Moving out-of-state or across state lines isn’t as simple as a move down the street. When relocating to a new city or state, you’re probably contending with far more upheaval than you would with an in-town or short distance move. Beyond the usual packing and boxing up, you’re probably trying to land a new job, search for housing in unfamiliar territory, and help the kids adjust to the idea of life in a strange new place. The last thing you probably have the energy for is figuring out the logistics to get all your household goods from one home to the next. Hiring a licensed long distance mover during this transition can make the move easier on you and the rest the of the family.
While hiring a mover is a great idea, trying to find one you can trust with your stuff isn’t always straightforward. That’s where we can assist. If you’re moving to or from the Phoenix, AZ metro area, Cheap Movers Phoenix helps you narrow the search for a reputable moving company. We work with federally licensed (through the US DOT) and insured interstate haulers to bring you free moving quotes, simplifying your search.
Through Cheap Movers, you can find a moving company to assist with all your long distance relocation needs:
When it comes to moving hundreds of miles from your current home, you don’t have to go it alone. Get free quotes now from Phoenix’s best long distance moving companies.
An interstate relocation might feel overwhelming, but following these tips will help you maintain your sanity during this hectic time:
As soon as you know you’re moving, start planning the details. We recommend contacting moving companies a few months in advance to ensure availability and better rates, especially if you’re relocating during peak moving season (May – September). Often, movers book up fast during the summer, so unless you put a deposit down early, you might not get the moving date you want.
As with most things, it pays to comparison shop. Get quotes from at least 3-4 moving services prior to settling on one. Shopping around helps you identify low-ball, bait-and-switch estimates from disreputable companies.
If you live within 50 miles of a moving company’s office, they are legally obligated to offer you a free in-home moving estimate. Be sure to take it! Sometimes, sales staff try to estimate how much stuff you have over-the-phone by talking through your inventory. They’ll use this list to give you a ballpark estimate of costs. Often, this method is far from accurate, and could result in up-charges when they start loading the truck. Instead, insist on doing a walkthrough with an estimator, to get the most accurate quote possible.
You’ll want to go through and declutter your home before you put anything in a box. Except for true minimalists, almost everyone has at least a few items that they no longer want, need, or use. Get rid of things like broken toys, worn out clothing, stained linens, and unread books now. This step makes packing faster and reduces your moving costs (since movers charge by the weight of the load). Start this process a month or two in advance, so you have time to sort through everything and figure out a means for disposing of the undesirables.
To keep yourself from getting overwhelmed by all that needs to get done, make yourself a checklist at the outset. Putting to-dos down on paper or in an app keeps them from whirling around on an endless loop in your mind. Instead, you’ll know what’s left to accomplish, and you’ll have the satisfaction of crossing things off the list.
Get started with your move now by requesting free long distance moving quotes through Cheap Movers Phoenix!
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