Let’s face it, moving is not a very interesting subject. But unless you become familiar with all those “boring” terms, such as “rate per pound or cubic foot”, “packing materials” and “delivery windows”, you may become entirely lost in a process you can’t always control.
This new Alpha Moving and Storage article will provide you some essential information you need to know before the day of your long distance move.
How Does it Work?
Long distance moving is all about the space your goods will take on a shared 50′ trailer going to your destination state. This is why movers will weigh the truck before and after it is loaded, or measure the shipment to calculate the exact space it will take on the trailer.
A basic charge unit – a rate per pound, or rate per cubic foot, is determined according to your destination state and other factors.
Who Should I Get a Moving Price From?
It’s not enough to search the internet and contact the first search results you see. Look for local companies in your area and carefully check their reputation before starting the process.
How can I Make Sure my Price Remains the Same?
Ask each mover to provide you with the basic charge unit – the rate per pound, or rate per cubic foot. This is the rate you should compare when looking at all the estimates. Check and double check all the possible extra fees, such as packing and packing materials, stairs and elevators and so on.
Finally, it is best to have a representative of the moving company come to your house and provide you with a price in writing.
Alpha Moving & Storage
234 16th Street 2nd floor, Jersey City
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My real estate agent recommended Alpha and it was the smartest decision about our move we made. I worked with Bill and did a visual walk through of our … More place via Facetime and in very short order I had a quote and the job was set. From top to bottom it was a seamless and gracious experience from everyone at Alpha.
Nothing was even remotely injured or scuffed. In fact, the attention to securing our belongings was above and beyond. You should feed safe trusting your move to Alpha! -
We used Alpha to move my daughter. They were wonderful. Assisted my husband with packing large numbers of clothing and just as helpful with assisting us … More with unpacking.
They were able remove and install a huge electric bed without damage to the bed and walls and doorways of both apartment
All of the workers were polite friendly and I’ve said extremely helpful.
The office staff was wonderful too. They made the move as pleasant and low anxiety as possible.
I definitely recommend -
I was referred to Alpha moving and storage by my sister many years ago. I used them several times. The service was incredible. The movers were professional, … More efficient and effective. They arrived on time and went above and beyond to perform an excellent job. I would recommend them to anyone who’s moving. They’re truly the best!
