Is it possible to save money when hiring professional movers? Yes! While it’s true that moving companies are an added expense, anyone who has relocated unassisted understands that movers are worth their weight in gold. Many even promise to never move by themselves again. Luckily for you, there are ways to reduce how much you spend. Here are four money-saving secrets moving companies wish all their customers knew:
Start Packing Yesterday
Whether you live in a studio apartment or a 4-bedroom home, you own a lot of stuff. Packing it takes time—a lot of time. Unless you want to pay movers to pack it all for you (which is fantastic if you can afford it), you’ll want to start packing everything super early.
When should you begin? Most experts recommend wrapping and packing items at least three weeks before your moving date. Start by putting anything you don’t use daily into boxes and aim to have everything packed before the movers arrive. Doing so will expedite your relocation and cut costs.
Create Organized Box Chaos
Got everything stuffed in packing boxes? Great! You’re on your way to saving money. The next step is to organize those boxes. Grab a marker and label the contents of each box and where you want movers to place it in your new home. Neatly stack by size and final destination. This step helps your movers out tremendously. They won’t take as long to load the truck, and since they’ll finish unpacking sooner, you’ll pay less for their services.
Manage the Disassembly (and Reassembly) Line
When it comes to packing big items, movers are highly beneficial. They’ll gladly assist if you don’t have time to take apart your furniture. But they will bill you for the extra work hours on your final invoice. Instead, go ahead and tackle furniture disassembly yourself. And no, you won’t need an engineering degree or complex instructions from IKEA. Most pieces only require a screwdriver or a few Allen wrenches. Breaking down and reassembling furniture is easy and will save you a ton of money in the long run.
Move During the Off-Season
When do most people move? Summers and weekends. Avoiding these busy moving times will save you quite a bit. If possible, try to schedule your move during the winter or mid-week. Moving companies frequently offer incentives or discounted rates when demand is low. Off-season moves are also less stressful—a double win!
An Affordable, Reliable, and Full-Service Moving Company
Choosing a moving company is just as important as selecting the right home. The best movers will treat your belongings as their own and ensure your move goes smoothly. Atlanta Peach Movers gives every customer top-of-the-line service. With over 30 years of relocating experience and nearly 6,000 completed moves annually, there’s no job too big or small for our team. We specialize in local, long-distance, and international relocations. We’ll safely transport your boxes no matter how far you want to go!
Looking for movers that won’t break the bank? Request a quote from Atlanta Peach Movers to learn how we can help you save money when hiring movers.
