With the cost of nearly everything rising higher these days, many cannot afford to splurge on a move. Along with the costs of furnishing a new home and potentially paying for two leases or homes at a time for a month or two, costs of moving add up quickly. Fortunately, Shleppers offers not only reasonable moving and storage quotes, but also some tips on how to save a few bucks on your next move.
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
One common hack that works particularly well for smaller moves is wrapping your delicate items like plates and frames in padding you already have. Whether that be old bubble wrap from a previous move, tissue paper from your Christmas stack, or linens like bedsheets, towels, or clothes, reusing padding you already have will not only save you from having to venture out to get bubble wrap, but it will also save you some money.
Sell
If you’ve been thinking about getting rid of any old furniture, before a move is the best time! Anything that you don’t want to take with you to your new home can be sold to earn you a few dollars while also saving your back if you decide to move yourself.
Boxes & Packing Supplies
When it comes to moving, everyone knows that boxes are an absolute must and can be hard to find at times. Luckily, there are plenty of places to get boxes, in fact, Shleppers has moving boxes and packing supplies available. Beyond us, you may have some at home such as printer paper boxes which are strong, spacious, and come with handles for easy transportation. Local liquor stores and wineries also have a surplus of boxes strong enough to hold cases of alcohol should you need to transport any liquids or heavier knickknacks. Finally, be sure to check with any friends or family that have recently moved to see if they have any boxes left over.
Do Your Research
Hiring movers isn’t always more expensive than moving yourself. In fact, it can actually end up costing you more money. While that rental truck may look like a great deal, many find after hours of sweat and hard work that they ended up spending more money to DIY move than they would have if they had just hired a moving company. When looking into hiring professionals, always read reviews, get a quote, and look into moving during the off-season if possible. Reasonably priced moving services like Shleppers can take care of your move quick and easy, saving you time, stress, and money.
Moving with Shleppers
Shleppers Moving & Storage provides all our customers with completely free, no-obligation moving quotes as well as our “No Surprises” approach to pricing and billing.
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