Moving Quotes: Compare Apples to Apples

By Julie DeLong, A-1 Freeman Moving Group 

Weight, Distance, and Hours

Look into the details of the quotes to ensure that they are all for the same projected weight, miles, number of personnel, and predicted hours. If you're obtaining quotes for a long-distance move to El Paso, make sure that you are working with a long distance moving company rather than a moving company who is unable to relocate things interstate. Estimations with regard to quantity of personnel as well as hours may differ dependant upon the organization. Several movers charge you a flat price for up to a particular number of hours, and then charge a per hour fee per worker for each hour after that. This could lead to an expensive increase in your moving charges. And also, distance needs to be distinctly shown and also calculated for all estimates, to be sure that there isn't any per-mile add-on to the quotation after the fact.

Storage, Insurance, and Additional Services

When you compare your quotations, seek out extra services which do not appear in all your quotations. It's not possible to complete a valid apples-to-apples comparison if one quote includes packing and supplies, and the others do not. Watch out for any alternative add-ons, such as insurance coverage, storage time and space, distance and fuel. Whenever the many estimates are arranged the same way, with the same inclusions, you're less inclined to be taken in by a mover who offers a low estimated charge and afterwards nickels and dimes you with hidden fees and extras. In the event that distance or fuel costs are to be additional, make sure that the provided charges are within the similar range on all quotations.

Other Considerations to Watch Out For

When analyzing your moving bids, be suspicious of very high or suprisingly low rates. You ought to have a spread of 4-5 estimates, to give you a distinct idea of the average price for your move. In case a rate is notably lower than the remainder, check to make sure that the specifics of that quote match the others, and that there aren't any extra fees, distance costs, or hourly charge rules that may increase the price when your move is underway. Likewise, when a quote is notably greater than the others, make certain they are not overestimating time or miles, and they have not included services that are not found in the other quotations. Verify to be sure that all your moving companies have followed any licensing polices, and that they will be estimating sufficient manpower to perform the move in a timely fashion. Remember, if an estimate seems too good to be true, it probably is.

Ask Questions and Do not Be Reluctant to Ask for Revisions

If you find that you aren't capable of making a definative assessment for the reason that several or all your quotes possess inconsistent services, you needn't be worried to reach out to the moving companies with detailed adjustments to the quotations. This is your move, and it is vital that you have got all the information you require to make the correct choice. Ask for a copy of each quotation in writing, so you're able to readily make comparisons. Make sure that all your estimates have the same conditions. Last but not least, take a look at reviews online. Former customers will often leave good and bad assessments, including information regarding obscured expenses or items they ignored in their own rates. Looking at the ratings is a great last step prior to deciding on an estimate.

For additional guidance on finding the right moving company in El Paso for your move, look at A-1 Freeman Moving Group today! We offer long distance and local moving for a variety of residential, commercial, and corporate customers. Give us a call today for a quote, and allow our experienced staff help you with your upcoming move!