Moving across town sounds easier than moving across the country, but planning a move across town can be almost as challenging. Legacy Moving and Storage has been moving locals around the Phoenix area for over a decade. Proprietor, Ron Owen, says most Phoenix local movers generally charge by the hour and by the number of people needed to move your belongings. Depending on where you live, the moving company, and how far you’re moving, you might have the option to be charged by weight and mileage. Owen also adds some companies offer a flat-rate fee for a local move.
If you are paying by the hour for a local move, consider what you can do to help the movers do their job more quickly. Being ready when the movers arrive is a good place to start.
Have the appliances unplugged and your items ready to go. If you are the one packing, then have the boxes packed, labeled and ready to go. By working with boxes the same size, you can easily stack packed boxes a few feet high, making it easier for the mover to load onto their dolly and into the van. Allow labels to be easily seen, so the mover can place the box into the right room at your destination.
With any Phoenix local move, it’s your choice whether to pack yourself or have the movers pack all or some of your belongings. Some people have the movers pack breakable items and large, fragile objects like mirrors, glass table tops and artwork. Get a clear understanding on how much you will be charged. With a local move, carriers are often subject to less liability for damages than with interstate moves.
The American Moving and Storage Association strongly advise people to stay away from companies that won’t do an in-home estimate and that phone estimates are not binding. They also have a website to see if your mover is a member. The association removes the names of members with a history of complaints. Owen also recommends you check our your potential moving company with your local Better Business Bureau (BBB). Legacy Moving and Storage has continued to maintain an excellent rating with the BBB.
Since your move is local, Owen suggests you check out your new neighborhood and make sure the mover can get in and out easily. With a little planning and the help of a reputable moving company, your move should be a breeze.