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Should You Hire A Moving Company For Your Next Apartment Move

1/2/2020

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You've signed the lease on your new apartment in Lafayette, Louisiana, and now it's time to plan your big move.  One of the first decisions you will need to make is whether you will move your belongings yourself or hire a professional.  Do you have friends to help, will you need to rent a truck or can you manage the move in a few loads in the back of your truck?  If you choose to enlist a moving service, you should know there are a variety of moving services available.  Services range from helping you move your heavy pieces, to boxing up and moving everything you own.
 
If you have decided hiring movers is your best option, consider the following tips.
 
1. READ REVIEWS, TESTIMONIALS & GET REFERRALS.

The best advice is to ask people in your circle for a referral.  Friends who have made a move in the last year or so have first-hand experience and are the best source of referrals.  Ask if they recommend that particular moving company or service?  Either way, good or bad, their response will help you narrow down your options.  After you have a list, consult online review resources such as Yelp, Angie’s List, HomeAdvisor, or Google to check client reviews and testimonials.
 
2. RESEARCH YOUR OPTIONS.

After you’ve read a sufficient number of reviews, check the potential moving companies’ websites.  Check with the Better Business Bureau for complaints or if they have recently had a business change of name. Check several movers websites to better understand the going rates for the different services you are considering for your move.  You will need to schedule an estimate to get the exact cost of your move, but it will be helpful in deciding if you want or can afford this service before you call the company.
 
3. DECIDE WHO’S PACKING.

Predetermine whether you will be packing your belongings or if you need the moving service you hire to do it. Whether you do it yourself or enlist the moving company, be prepared to purchase or pay for packing supplies.  These small items can add up, so be sure to ask for details when getting a quote. 
 
4. DETERMINE THE SERVICES YOU NEED.

What kind of help do you need?  Are you seeking a few extra hands to assist you while you move your belongings,  or would you prefer a white-glove full-service move, where the company comes in, packs your belongings, transports them, and unloads and places them for you? Keep in mind that the more detailed the service, the more costly it will be.
 
5. OBTAIN ESTIMATES FROM SEVERAL MOVING COMPANIES.

Reach out to your top moving service choices to determine a baseline on charges.  A few companies might be willing to negotiate if you mention a competitor quoted a competitive rate for the same move.
 
6. KNOW WHAT TO ASK WHEN HIRING A MOVING COMPANY.

Make a list of questions you want to ask each potential moving company. Below are a few sample questions you might consider asking:
  • How do you charge, by the hour or flat rate?
  • Are you a long-distance mover, or do you handle mostly local moves?
  • What are your service levels?
  • Do you insure the move, or do I need to insure it?
  • How many employees do you enlist for a move like mine?
  • Are your crew members certified or obtain special training?
  • Do you subcontract the moves?
  • Whare examples of additional fees I might incur? (E.g. heavy items, 2nd-floor moves, or fuel for the moving truck)
 
7. EVALUATE YOUR ESTIMATES.

When you’re comparing quotes, don't only look at the bottom dollar.  Consider which company offers the best value for the services provided. Also, look at which company inspired the most trust. It's worth a few extra dollars if you feel you can trust one more than the other.
 
8. BE AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING RED FLAGS.

The following situations may give you pause when hiring a company:
The require payment in full before performing any services.
Online reviews are primarily negative.
They are not insured and licensed.
 
9. BE PREPARED ON MOVING DAY.

If you are renting a truck and hiring movers to help move heavy items, ensure your moving truck is ready to go before the movers arrive on moving day. If you are packing the items yourself, the same consideration applies. You really don’t want to scramble, packing last-minute boxes while the movers are emptying your apartment.  Moving will be stressful enough— be prepared.
 
Hiring movers to help with your move to your new apartments in Lafayette, Louisiana can provide much-needed relief during the moving process.  A reputable moving company can ensure you stay focused and provide efficiency on your big day.
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38 Comments
Zachary Tomlinson link
11/30/2020 07:28:59 am

Wow, I had no idea that when you hire a moving company, they can pack most of your items for you for your big move! I should probably suggest this to my friend, who's planning to move into an apartment next year. This way, she can have experts to handle her belongings properly.

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Stefan Robert link
1/8/2021 09:37:30 pm

Moving is stressful and expensive. It's can be more easy when you hire a moving company. Whole work has completed company employee.

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Chris Pederson link
3/30/2021 04:48:44 pm

I will try my best to read reviews and referrals about a moving company before hiring them. I want to hire someone that I can trust. Otherwise I could be in a lot of trouble later on.

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4/6/2021 03:53:46 am

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4/8/2021 03:41:01 am

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People-Move Moving link
4/20/2021 10:46:14 am

You've signed the lease on your new apartment in Lafayette, Louisiana, and now it's time to plan your big move.

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Zachary Tomlinson link
4/26/2021 06:54:31 am

You made a good point that you should look for a moving company that can help you pack and transport every belonging you have to a new location. My boss wants to switch to a work-from-home setup, and he wants to take his work PC with him. I'll pitch the idea of hiring one of these experts for help regarding his big move.

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Alana Mendez link
4/26/2021 09:29:24 am

I loved how you mentioned that they can make sure that your belongings are insured! My sister was telling me last night about how she and her husband are planning on moving to a new house in a couple of weeks, and they were wondering if they should look into hiring a moving company to help them. I'll make sure to pass this information along to them so that they can know the benefits of hiring a moving company!

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Beverly Minyard link
7/19/2021 11:43:51 am

I like that you suggested getting quotes from many different moving companies. My wife is the type of person who will just go with the first person she finds. I on the other hand love the idea of getting quotes from different moving companies to find the best price!

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Sarah Wehrle link
10/3/2021 12:14:23 pm

If you have heavy furniture and countless packing boxes, you’ll need the expertise of a local moving company.

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10/16/2021 05:05:03 am

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12/2/2021 05:27:55 am

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12/3/2021 12:25:43 am

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12/3/2021 02:50:25 am

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12/3/2021 03:36:04 am

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1/6/2022 08:15:39 am

I do agree with this post that when looking to hire a moving company, it is important that we ensure they are local. It makes sense as in doing so, they will be more aware of the requirements. I will definitely keep this information in mind when I look to have a moving company hired.

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Olivia Smart link
1/12/2022 07:53:54 am

Thank you for listing a few questions that you should consider asking a moving company. My daughter is hiring some movers to help her move out of her apartment into her first home, but she doesn't know what kind of questions to ask. I think that I'll share these with her so that she can have some sample questions on hand to guide her in finding a good company to work with.

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2/1/2022 04:46:08 am

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Tex Hooper link
2/9/2022 05:46:17 pm

Great tip about knowing whether the service charges by a flat rate or not. I need to get a moving company to help out with my piano. I can't move it by myself.

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2/25/2022 05:04:45 am

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3/19/2022 06:31:40 am

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3/22/2022 12:38:46 pm

Where the company comes in, packs your belongings, transports them, and unloads and places them for you? Thank you for sharing your great post!

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4/28/2022 09:34:34 am

Whether you do it yourself or enlist the moving company, be prepared to purchase or pay for packing supplies. Thank you for making this such an awesome post!

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5/3/2022 07:17:02 am

My friend wants to move his business to a new location. It makes sense that he would want to get a moving company to help out with that. That seems like a good way to ensure that everything works properly.

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5/26/2022 11:08:16 am

I need to hire a moving company. It was helpful when you mentioned that it is a good idea to read testimonials before picking a company. Checking testimonials will help me find a trustworthy moving company.

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6/1/2022 05:35:38 am

Thanks for pointing out that it would be best to check the BBB site to see if there are reviews and and complaints regarding the local movers. I will suggest this to my best friend now that she will move to a different city in July. It would give her the best experience if the people who will help her will make her feel comfortable and reduce the stress of quite a distance as well.

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