Moving Quotes: Compare Apples to Apples

By Julie DeLong, A-1 Freeman Moving Group 

Weight, Mileage, and Time

Check the parameters of the quotes to ensure that they are all for a similar estimated weight, mileage, number of laborers, and also forecasted hours. Should you be getting rates for a long-distance move to Tulsa, ensure that you are working with a distance moving company instead of a moving company who is unable to move goods interstate. Estimations for amount of personnel and hours could differ based on the business. Some movers charge you a flat price for up to a certain amount of hours, and after that charge you an hourly fee per person for each hour thereafter. This may result in a pricey hike in your moving fees. And also, miles needs to be distinctly shown and also calculated for all quotations, to be sure that there's no per-mile addition to the quotation after the fact.

Storage, Insurance, and Extra Services

When comparing your estimates, look for extra services which do not exist in all your bids. You simply can't come up with a correct apples-to-apples assessment if one price contains packing and materials, and the others do not. Be on the lookout for any additional add-ons, such as insurance coverage, storage space and time, distance and fuel. Whenever the many quotations are structured the same way, sticking with the same inclusions, you will be less likely to be taken in by a mover who gives a low quoted price and afterwards nickels and dimes you with buried service fees and extras. When mileage or fuel prices are to be additional, make sure that the estimated fees are in the comparable range on all estimates.

Other Considerations to Look Out For

When going over your moving bids, be wary of extremely high or really low rates. You should have a spread of 4-5 quotes, to give you a distinct idea of the average price for your move. If a quotation is substantially below the remainder, investigate to make certain that the specifics of that price match the others, and that there won't be any extra fees, distance expenses, or hourly rate limits that may add to the price when your move is underway. Likewise, if a rate is notably higher than the rest, make sure they are not overestimating time or distance, and they haven't included products or services which aren't found in the other prices. Inspect to ensure that all your moving companies have honored any licensing polices, and that they're estimating adequate manpower to finish the move in a timely fashion. Don't forget, if an estimate sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Make Inquiries and Don't Be Reluctant to Inquire about Revisions

In the event that you are not able to make an accurate assessment because several or all your quotes possess contradictory services, do not be hesitant to reach out to the moving companies with specific changes to the quotes. This is your move, and it is important that you have got every piece of information you'll need in order to make the best decision. Ask for a copy of the quotation in writing, to enable you to readily make side by side comparisons. Verify that all your estimates have the same stipulations. Finally, check out online reviews. Previous customers will usually leave good and bad testimonials, which includes details about obscured charges or items they disregarded in their own rates. Looking at the reviews is a good final step before deciding on an estimate.

For additional information on finding the optimum moving company in Tulsa for your move, check out A-1 Freeman Moving Group today! Our company offers long distance and local moving for numerous residential, commercial, and corporate customers. Contact us today for a quotation, and permit our knowledgeable staff help you with your next relocation!