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I am seeking a self packing, then a mover to drive

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March 10, 2013 under Moving Companies


Answered by Nicole La Capria

April 15, 2013

A great way to save money when you move is to forgo full-service movers and instead employ a "You Load, We Drive" moving service.

What Is It?

Companies such as WeHaul, ABF U-Pack Moving, Move-x, POD, and PACKRAT make the moving process simple. A portable storage container of the appropriate size for your household will be delivered right to your home. You will then pack your own belongings at your own pace and load them into the trailer at your leisure. Working at your own schedule, you can take as much time as you need to load the contents of your household onto the trailer.

Once you are ready, a driver will pick the unit up and drive it to your new location. This way, you are in control of how your belongings are packed, moved, and loaded, without having to worry about the task of driving that cumbersome moving truck. You can also pay for storage for some or all of your items if your new home won't be ready to move into right away.

What to Consider?

When handling all of the packing and loading yourself, it's imperative to follow the proper procedures to ensure that your belongings make it to their destination safely. The moving service won't be liable for broken or damaged belongings that you have packed on your own. This service may be optimum if you are on a tight budget, but could end up costing you much more in damages if your possessions are packed or loaded incorrectly.

How Much Is It?

Costs for this service will vary depending on the size of your home and the distance of your move, but will be considerably lower than hiring full-service movers. To compare free quotes from "You Load, We Drive" services, you can start right here at Movers.com.

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