What determines the cost of a local move?
September 19, 2024
September 19, 2024
Moving across town? Moving across a state? Which move is considered a “local move?” This is a common topic of confusion. For most states, local moves are considered moves within the same state. However, there are some states, such as California, where only moves that are less than 100 miles are considered local moves.
I predict your next question is – why do I need to know? It’s because knowing whether your move is classified as a local, long distance or intrastate determines how expensive your move could be.
Once you have determined if your move is local, here are key factors that will determine the cost of your local move:
Factors that affect the price of local moves:
The cost for local moves is mostly based on the number of movers needed, the time it takes to move your belongings and the drive time between your old and new residence. Some other factors that affect price include:
Best money saving tip
The best way to truly save on the cost of your local move is to choose a moving company based on their reputation. Make sure they have provided stellar service to their clients for years.
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