Before you can make your selection on which long distance moving company you select, there are a few key factors to look at. Do not just compare the bottom line prices that the companies have quoted to you. Compare the terms and conditions, hidden fees, and the fine print.
This Alpha Moving & Storage blog post will help you, not only in finding the best long distance moving companies, but also in selecting the perfect one for you.
Comparing Prices
When comparing long distance moving prices you shouldn’t only look at the bottom line price that appears on your estimate, but also check and double check the terms and conditions.
Since long distance movers charge by weight or space, you must know what basic charge unit they will be using for your move. If, for example, one company charges you fifty cents per pound and another charges you sixty, then the second company will always be the more expensive one. This will be true, even if the second company has given you a lower estimate. They’ve merely reduced the amount of weight on the estimate to make it appear less expensive.
Comparing Terms and Conditions
All the extra fees should be mentioned in the estimate itself. Take your time and read all the “fine print”. Make sure that you understand whether or not your quote includes packing services. If you require packing services and those are not mentioned on the estimate, be sure to check with your relocation consultant whether or not they are included in the price.
If you have any other questions during your search for your next long distance moving company, feel free to contact us for help. We are always here and are ready to provide you with the answers you need!
Alpha Moving & Storage
234 16th Street 2nd floor, Jersey City
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Bird, Sarge, Nemo did a great job moving us into our new place! Amazing attitudes from beginning to end. Very efficient and careful while moving all our … More things especially careful with our fragile items! Definitely would recommend them for future work. They’re the BEST!!! -
We had an exceptional moving experience with Alpha Moving when they handled the relocation of our 5 bedroom house to another state. From start to finish … More the service was outstanding. The team was punctual, professional, and incredibly efficient. They took great care in transporting our belongings, ensuring everything arrived intact.
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My husband and I have used Alpha for two moves—once from Manhattan to Jersey City and more recently from Jersey City to the Jersey Shore.
The first move … More was during Covid, but Alpha was super diligent and professional. The second move was on an incredibly hot and humid day, and our movers still worked so hard and fast.
For our second move, we also had to put our items in storage for a few weeks. Alpha made this super easy and had a thorough system for taking inventory of all our furniture and boxes.
I can't say enough about how great Alpha is. We would use them again and recommend them to anyone. Their office employees are very responsive and helpful, and the movers are extremely skilled and professional.
I've also found their prices to be much more reasonable than other companies in the area.
