{"id":4236,"date":"2021-09-08T10:00:37","date_gmt":"2021-09-08T17:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/blog\/?p=4236"},"modified":"2024-03-05T14:24:58","modified_gmt":"2024-03-05T22:24:58","slug":"smart-ways-to-save-on-moving-costs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/blog\/2021\/09\/08\/smart-ways-to-save-on-moving-costs\/","title":{"rendered":"Smart Ways to Save on Moving Costs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Whether it\u2019s across town or across the state, moving is one of the most exciting, yet stressful adventures you\u2019ll experience. Not only is it time-consuming to plan and execute, but it can also be expensive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While some costs are unavoidable, there are some ways you\ncan save on the total bill. To help you do that, we\u2019ve complied XX ways you can\nsave on your next move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Research the costs of DIY moves vs hiring professionals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t assume hiring movers will be more expensive than\nmanaging the move yourself. Most people believe the cost of a DIY move is just\nthe truck and lunch for the folks helping you move but there\u2019s more to it than\nthat!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Figure out how much a DIY move will cost. Aside from the\nrental truck price, be sure to account for your time physically moving your\nbelongings (you may need to make multiple trips), and your ability and\nwillingness to carry heavy or specialty items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to hiring movers, get quotes from at least three movers. When requesting quotes, make sure a company representative conducts a visual inspection, whether in-person or virtually, to view your belongings to ensure you get an accurate quote. Local moves are typically calculated at an hourly rate while long-distance moves will depend on total weight and additional services. The final costs of your move may depend on a few other conditions like when it happens (more on this later). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rental truck price may look great, but at the end of the\nday, you may have spent more than if you hired professionals. Make sure you\ncompare costs so you can make the right decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose an off-peak moving date<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ever heard of moving season? Peak moving season usually\nlands between April and September so professional movers have limited\navailability and higher prices, especially if you want to move on a weekend.\nYou\u2019ll find better rates if you move during an off-peak time, like on a weekday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t pay for moving boxes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving supplies can get expensive. Instead of spending hundreds of dollars on supplies, get creative. Hit up grocery stores, local businesses, or big-box retailers for cardboard boxes. Bring empty boxes from work \u2013 printer paper boxes or banker boxes are good options, check online listing sites like Freecycle, Craigslist\u2019s Free section, or Facebook Marketplace to look for boxes. And you can always ask family, friends, and neighbors for extra moving boxes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Declutter before packing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Decluttering and purging items before a move is the easiest way to cut costs. Not only will you have less to pack and move, making your move faster and cheaper, you will also have less to unpack in your new home. Who here doesn\u2019t have that mystery bottle of spices that has followed you from several homes? Another bonus: if your items are in good condition, you can potentially make money by selling them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pack yourself<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Packing takes the longest amount of time. That\u2019s why it\u2019s\nthe most expensive part of your move if you\u2019re hiring professional packers or\nhaving your movers pack for you. While it\u2019ll save you time, it can add a few\nhundred dollars to your final bill. Instead, opt to pack yourself and have\neverything ready for the movers to pick up on moving day. This will make your\nmove shorter and more affordable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you in the market for a new home? Visit us at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/\">SummerHillHomes.com<\/a> to learn more about our communities, view homes, and even schedule an appointment. We\u2019re proud of our reputation for building communities of distinction and look forward to helping you find your new home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether it\u2019s across town or across the state, moving is one of the most exciting, yet stressful adventures you\u2019ll experience. Not only is it time-consuming to plan and execute, but it can also be expensive. While some costs are unavoidable, there are some ways you can save on the total bill. 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