Moving Quotes: Compare Apples to Apples

By Julie DeLong, A-1 Freeman Moving Group 

Weight, Miles, and Hours

Confirm the variables of the quotations to ensure that they are all for the same estimated weight, mileage, number of personnel, and forecasted hours. If you are obtaining quotes for a long-distance move, ensure that you are quoting with a long distance moving company and not a moving company who can't transfer goods interstate. Calculations pertaining to amount of staff and hours may vary depending on the company. A few movers bill you a flat rate for up to a specific quantity of hours, and after that charge an hourly price per person for every hour after that. This can bring about a pricey raise in your moving expenses. In addition, miles needs to be distinctly revealed as well as calculated for all quotes, to be certain that there is no per-mile addition to the estimate after the fact.

Storage, Insurance, and Supplemental Services

When comparing your prices, seek out added services that do not appear in all your quotations. It's not possible to make a legitimate apples-to-apples comparison if one quote contains packing and supplies, and the others do not. Be on the lookout for any alternative add-ons, like insurance, storage time and space, distance and gas. When each of the quotations are set up similarly, with the same inclusions, you will be less inclined to be taken in by a mover who delivers a lower quoted price and after that nickels and dimes you with hidden service fees and extras. In the event that mileage or fuel prices are to be additional, make certain that quoted charges are in the same range on all estimates.

Other Things to Look Out For

When examining your moving bids, be skeptical of quite high or really low quotes. You ought to have a spread of 4-5 quotes, to offer you a distinct notion of the average rate for your move. When a quote is significantly less than the remainder, investigate to make sure that the variables of that estimate match the others, and that there are no additional fees, mileage expenses, or hourly charge rules that will add to the cost when your move is in progress. Similarly, when a quotation is notably more than the others, make positive they are not overestimating time or miles, and that they haven't included services which aren't present in the other quotes. Inspect to make certain that all your moving companies have followed any licensing regulations, and that they're quoting sufficient manpower to complete the move in a timely fashion. Bear in mind, if an estimate seems too good to be true, it probably is.

Ask Questions and Do not Be Reluctant to Inquire about Revisions

In the event that you aren't able to make an accurate assessment for the reason that several or all your quotations possess not consistent services, don't be hesitant to reach out to the moving companies with detailed changes to the estimates. It's your move, and it is vital that you've got all the details you require to make the ideal choice. Ask for a copy of the quotation in writing, so you're able to easily make side by side comparisons. Verify that all your quotations have the same terms. Finally, look at reviews online. Previous customers will often leave good and bad evaluations, which includes information regarding hidden charges or items they disregarded in their own estimates. Checking the ratings is an excellent ultimate step before you decide on an estimation.

For additional information on finding the optimum moving company for your move, visit A-1 Freeman Moving Group today! Our company offers long distance and local moving for numerous residential, commercial, and corporate customers. Email us today for a quotation, and permit our skilled staff assist you with your upcoming move!