For many individuals planning to relocate, figuring out how removalist costs are calculated can take time. However, this is a critical factor that can help someone starting to plan and set aside a budget for a big move.
Moving costs can vary widely and depend on several variables. Some of the things that should be considered are the number of items to be moved, the distance to the new location, the services you have signed up for, and the time of the move.
As a trusted moving company with many years of experience in the moving industry. Vaz Power has put together a foolproof guide to help you make better and more informed decisions when planning your big move.
Let’s take a closer look at the factors affecting the price of your move.
Volume and Weight of Items
Having a lot of items to move does have a serious bearing on the amount of money you need to set aside for removal services. To help you along, you should spend some time preparing for the following.:
Inventory Assessment
Removal companies first perform an inventory assessment to give you a moving cost estimate. If you have already sent in a complete list of the belongings and equipment you want to transport, this can be done in person or online. The company then decides on the truck size it needs to reserve for your move and how many movers should be assigned to your team.
Distance of the Move
How far you’re moving to also affects how much your move will cost you. That means, generally, local moves are less expensive than interstate moves. However, to be more transparent, you can ask your movers for their pricing structure for both kinds of moves to ensure that there are no hidden costs.
Additional Services
Removalist companies also offer add-on services to make moving smoother and less time-consuming. Naturally, these extra and premium services come at a price. However, if you are willing to spend on them, you’ll find that they make everything hassle-free.
Packing and Unpacking Services
This service makes you forget about hours of wrapping, tagging, folding, and loading everything inside cardboard boxes. If you avail of this additional service from Vaz Power, you will appreciate how efficient and reliable our teams are.
Specialty Items
Moving pianos, antiques, paintings, and other fine works of art come at an additional cost.
Removals Storage
Sometimes, you just don’t have the space to bring everything to your new space. Sometimes, the new house is not ready yet, but you must move and vacate your old house or office.
Time of the Move
The date of your move also significantly affects how much your move will cost.
Peak vs Off-Peak Rates
We’ve all heard about this at other establishments or when travelling. Weekends, holidays, and the end of the month are peak times, and removal rates are quite higher because of high demand.
Misunderstandings About Moving Costs
There have been many years of myths and misconceptions about moving costs. Unfortunately, people realise this too late, which has caused a lot of confusion, dissatisfaction, and having to pay more than necessary. Let’s look at some of the most common ones and how they can be avoided.
Fixed vs. Hourly Rates
Fixed rates are only sometimes the best option. The best way to determine which option is better is to discuss with your provider and ask for both rates.
Insurance Costs
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to moving insurance. Policies vary widely and depend heavily on the owner’s preference. Vaz Power offers basic travel insurance to protect valuables during long-distance moves. However, customers are always free to add extra insurance to protect more valuable items.
Why Vaz Power Removals
We’ve helped thousands of homes and companies relocate across Brisbane and beyond. Our commitment to customer satisfaction means we always give 101% in every job. When it comes to pricing and setting aside a budget for your next move, we suggest visiting our website and taking advantage of our free volume calculator. For an exact quote, it is best to speak to our customer service representative and schedule an on-site evaluation. Moving does not have to be expensive and tedious. If you can plan and prepare everything in advance, your move will be smoother.
Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us today!
