Top 5 Smart Hacks To Cut The MOVING Cost

​Moving is an exhausting affair and needs so much effort, dedication and last but not the least -  money! Whether you are moving across the street or across the country, it is bound to cost you several thousand dollars.
 
Thankfully, there exist some useful ways to cut down the cost of a big move, especially on the mention of ‘moving services’. Let’s get started:
 
1.  Purge, Purge, And Purge

When was the last time you wore those business suits hanging in the closet? How about those table lamps you got from your sister last summer? Moving experts charge by pounds and distance covered so it does not make any sense packing stuff you don’t need and paying more for space fillers.
 
Wait until all your stuff is hauled away and then conduct the final clean up. You can even hire a housecleaner to do the job for you at a discounted price. The benefit of having someone to do the last bit of heavy work can actually outweigh the cost.
​
2.  Pack Strategically

Packing all the belongings is a daunting task especially when all the stuff lying down on a floor staring you in the face. Let’s have a look at some cool ways to make packing easier for you:

●     Don’t stack your plates, pack them vertically
●     Clothes on hangers can be combined together and placed in big trash bags
●     All small tools and assembly pieces must be put together in Ziploc bags
●     Saran wraps work great for toiletries with unsecured lids
●     If electronics are broken down, take pictures of it and email to yourself in case you need to refresh your memory in your new home

3.  Choose Moving Date Wisely

‘When’ your move can make a huge difference in the overall cost of your interstate relocation, it is best to opt for a mid-month or mid-week move. This is usually in demand for moving companies as the cost is a lot lower. Avoid a move during the peak moving season.
 
Approximately 70% of moves happen between Memorial Day and Labour Day which is not going to be the cheapest move. Thus, allow yourself some flexibility, miss, a day of work to move during the weekdays.

4.  Enlist Friends For DIY Move 

Moving on your own is the best tried and tested approach to save on moving costs. But hiring a moving company in Miami would make your tasks easier as it will completely vanish all your worries into thin air.

If you have a restricted budget, the DIY move would be the ideal choice and if you can enlist friends to help with the move, nothing like that. Besides, renting a moving truck is another way to cut down the moving cost.

5.  Invest In Insurance

While moving companies provide basic insurance coverage, you may find $0.30 per pound per item for an interstate move, a little low for your security. Especially when you are transporting your highly valuable items, it’s too low to trade upon.
 
You might have to pull a few dollars for Investing in insurance, but it would be all worth it if any of your expensive belongings sustain any minor or major damage.
 ​
To Sum Up, 

Take each moving task one by one, keep calm and the process will be over in a blink of an eye. Try these interesting ways to cut down your moving costs and you will see yourself in a better position.
 
In fact, it would be a walk in the park if you involve a reputed moving services provider. Good luck and enjoy the MOVE.