Professional movers generally charge between $500 and $1,500 for a local move and between $1,500 and $10,000 for long distance moving.
Prices for professional moving services vary drastically based on the distance you need your belongings moved. Additionally, the level of service you require can greatly alter your bill.
Do you need packing?
Do you need storage?
Are you flexible on when you can move?
Some movers offer discounts for being flexible…The Deland Mover sometimes does!
Other movers may charge more for weekends or holidays…avoid these movers.
Bottom line on pricing is that your paying for a quality service that will cost you a pretty penny. Honestly, moving is not cheap! This doesn’t mean you don’t shop around, it just means that the cheapest mover is probably not the best and may not even hold a license or insurance.
The most important part of hiring a mover and getting the best price is giving your mover a complete and thorough inventory and survey of your property. Always be up front about any potential changes, delays, extra stops, etc.. and you will be rock solid.
If you need full-service packing, crating, white glove moving, unpacking, assembly, staging, debris removal, etc.. your price will be much higher than a customer who simply needs a few items transported.
Give us a call and get a binding estimate for your move today. There is one simple way to solve the issue of price, just give us a call and get your personalized estimate. Ask for a flat rate! Your budget will love it.
Know Your Market Rates
Depending on where you live in the country your local market prices could be anywhere between $75 to $200 an hour. There may be some companies that charge a little more or a little less, but those companies are either price gauging, unlicensed or in a very rare niche market.
In the Northeastern parts of the U.S. the prices are much higher than in the South. The base hourly prices in the North are generally between $150 and $200 per hour.
Some Factors That Increase Moving Costs In The North:
- Higher Cost of Living
- More Regulations = Higher Licensing and Insurance Costs
- Larger Homes with Multiple Stories and Basements
- Many Toll Roads and Bridges
- More Mountainous Areas
- More Extreme Weather Changes
- Higher Wages and Union Presence
In the Southern States, base hourly moving rates are between $90 and $140 per hour. Operating a moving company in theses areas are much more affordable than in the North.
Some Factors That Decrease Moving Costs In The South:
- Lower Cost of Living
- Mostly Single Level Homes
- Very Flat Terrain
- Fewer Toll Roads and Bridges
- Lower Wages and Union Presence
- Fairly Stable Weather Conditions
Order Services You Need
The services you require will be the dominating factor when it comes to pricing your moving project.
Packing Costs
If you need packing, first and foremost, this will be the first cost in your project. You should expect costs for materials, labor, organizing and planning. Many companies combine these services into one. You may also require strict inventory services, and, or even specialized labeling. Let your pro know.
Highest Cost Packing Materials:
- Packing Paper and Bubble Wrap
- Wardrobe Boxes
- Television Boxes
- Crates
Moving Costs
When booking your moving services always be specific and detailed. Let your mover know exactly what it is you need moved and where you need it moved to. If you have any items that require special handling, these items need to be discussed ahead of time. Many specialty moving jobs require additional equipment and movers.
If you have specialty items, they will be the most expensive to move. Make sure these costs are discussed ahead of time so you are prepared and not given a high price unexpectedly.
Storage Costs
Storage services should also be planned ahead as far as possible. You can often save a ton of money by using the movers storage and paying for 6 months or a year of storage in advance. Ask about long-term discounts and how mover’s storage will benefit you.
Generally storage will cost you a few hundred dollars a month. Using a movers storage will ultimately save you hundreds and even thousands of dollars on labor and your furniture will be safer with the mover. The liability as well stays in the movers hands during the entire project if anything were to happen.
There’s nothing better than knowing your things are wrapped, protected and secured in a climate controlled area for the duration of your storage term. There is simply no better way to store your valuables.
Also, coming out of your movers storage, your things will be wrapped, protected and ready to go. This is where the major savings comes in. The same happens on the unload into storage because we won’t have to unwrap and remove our moving pads.
You may also need to purchase your own storage pads or protection for your items if you choose to use a public storage option of your own.