uShip takes the stress out of finding local moving companies. You simply post the dates and details of your move, and movers place competing bids to win your business. You can specify the level of moving service you want – from full service, where the moving company does all the packing and unpacking in addition to the transport, to transport-only service where the movers only load, drive and unload the truck.
Rates for local moves vary by the size of the move and the number of movers needed to complete the job. The level of service and time of year, month and day also affect the price estimate. Moving on weekend days is generally more expensive, as is moving during the peak times of year – spring and summer.
Many local moving companies base their rates on a flat truck fee, plus an hourly rate. They will give you an estimate based on the size of your move, so it is very important to accurately estimate the size of your move. On average, people underestimate the amount of stuff they have, and are unpleasantly surprised when they get the final bill.
In addition to accurately estimating the size of your move, you want to pick the right moving company for the job. Movers on uShip are rated by previous customers, so you can see real feedback in addition to information about their business, experience, and insurance. Happy moving!