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The Hidden Costs of Moving
Paying professionals to handle your move sounds like your least stressful option, it will also cost you more in transportation and labor charges. Recognize, up front, that movers paid by the hour might not work quite as fast as you’d prefer, while those paid by the job could rush the move to get to their next location. The type of contract you choose should be decided upon only after consulting moving company representatives and former customers. It is important to research various jobs and considerations that may end up costing you more. Such as, a transportation surcharge if the moving company compensates its movers for work performed in metropolitan areas where labor rates tend to be higher. Charges for moving heavy items such as riding lawnmowers, snowmobiles or that baby grand piano. Additional charge for specialists brought in to disconnect gas mains or disassemble pianos and pool tables. Additional charge if the movers have to walk more than 75 feet from door to truck or need to use stairs or an elevator. It is also important to consider the costs of insurance, whether it is for the truck, your belongings or the people on the job. Also, if poorly maintained rental truck breaks down in transit, forcing you to pay for repairs until the rental truck company can reimburse you. Bring along cash if your move requires frequent stops, hotels and food. It is important to remember to weigh all of your options financially and pay attention to detail when dealing with moving companies. |
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