Saving Money on Your Boston Movers

Saving Money on Your Boston Movers

     Let's face it.  Moving is just about the most annoying event that happens.   Second to weddings on the "most stressful" list, the event of moving isn't even fun.  And if you try to make it a party, your furniture and walls will get damaged and can cost booku bucks.  If you are living in Boston - hiring movers isn't a choice - you have to.  Lack of parking, permits, neighbors, tight walkways, low bridges   are just too much of a risk to consider taking on this task yourself.  So, the question isn't should you hire movers - it's how to save money on your Boston Movers and get the most bang for your buck.

Saving Money on Boston Movers

Top Five Hints on Saving Money on Your Boston Movers

1.  Call in advance if possible.  Some movers are notorious for changing rates for people who need to move last minute.  In fact, most Boston movers will have rates set for the first move booked during a particular day and the rate raises the more filled a date gets.

2. Get a free moving estimate.  These days there are two ways to trust a moving estimate.  One is getting your Boston Movers to come out and give you an on-site estimate.  If you are looking to save money, make sure it is a free estimate.  You can also fill out an on-line moving estimate.  You will see a second screen pop up with a full inventory that you can fill out at your leisure - simply submit it and wait about 30-60 minutes for your guaranteed moving quote.

3. Make sure you ask about additional moving fees.  Many movers in Boston will tell you their moving costs per hour but leave out the fees.  These fees range from fuel surcharge, mileage fee, shuttle fee, stairs fee, elevator fee, long haul fee, etc.  To save money, seek  the movers in Boston who do not charge these fees.

4. Do you really need a moving permit in Boston?  Moving permits in Boston are extremely expensive - over $100.  The ticket you will get in a moving truck is just about the same price.  If you have a large condo or anything over 2 bedrooms, I would get a permit but for a small shipment, you may want to chance it depending on where you live in Boston.

5. Find out what reasonable fees for movers in Boston are.  Making sure you are charged a reasonable amount for Boston movers is crucial to saving money.  Many people will call up the first movers they find and book.  I suggest calling 3-5 Boston movers to determine the differences.  You should ask how many movers your crew will have.  A reasonable amount of money to pay for a 2 men and a truck crew would be $140-$160/hour and a 3 men and a truck crew $170-$190/hour.  Any more than that is way too expensive and anything less I would suggest the quality will not be as good.

Saving money on Boston movers is that sweet spot between not paying too much and paying enough for great service.  I have  heard that if you get a considerable number of moving estimates - choose a mover that was in the middle of the pack price-wise and I think that bit of advice rings true.