Safe Ship Moving Services: Tips for Moving on a Budget

 

Safe Ship Moving Services: How to Save Money on Moving Costs

You've finally found the perfect home, but now it's time for the part that is challenging: moving. After shelling out a lot of money on a rental or down payment, you're probably looking for ways to save some money while moving.

While some expenses are inevitable, like renting a moving truck and buying gas, there are many ways to save money. For example, you don't need to spend money on bubble wrap or moving boxes.

Safe Ship Moving Services explains how you can pack up and move your stuff on a budget.

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Donate or sell anything you don't need.

Before you start packing, go through all your stuff and decide what you can live without, notes Safe Ship Moving Services. It might be time to sell that old phone you've been hanging on to.

Are you still holding on to those hand-me-down pillows your mom gave you when you got your first apartment a decade ago? Consider passing them down to a younger family member or donating them to a thrift store.

The more belongings you can clear out, the fewer boxes you'll need when you move, and you could even get a smaller rental truck or a van. And if you're getting rid of any valuable items, selling them can help you pay for your move.

Pick the right time to move.

Summer is peak season for moving, which also means it's more expensive to move during this time. If possible, schedule your move during the winter months, notes Safe Ship Moving Services.

Another tip to keep in mind is that it can be more cost-effective to move on a weekday rather than a weekend. That is because rates for moving services tend to be pricier on Saturdays and Sundays when most people have time off from work and are more likely to schedule their moves. By moving during the work week, you could save a significant amount of money, which can make the transition to your new home that much smoother.

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Don't spend too much on packing supplies.

Why buy boxes when you can get them for free? Use a social media site, like Facebook, to ask people in your neighborhood for unused boxes. Most people are happy to get rid of boxes they've had lying around, says Safe Ship Moving Services.

In addition, you can visit a recycling center near you to see if they have any boxes you can have for free. Those delivery boxes you get from Amazon can also be reused.

How about bubble wrap? Skip it. Use things you already have in your house to protect your breakable items. For example, you can wrap your glasses and plates in towels, clothes, or pillowcases — thick socks can be used for small valuables. You can also protect your fragile items from breaking with layers of grocery bags, adds Safe Ship Moving Services.

You only have to spare a little change to buy packing tape.

Get quotes from multiple moving companies.

Hiring professional movers or renting a moving truck is often necessary. Make sure you get quotes from multiple companies, notes Safe Ship Moving Services. Several companies offer a more affordable base rate or a lower per-mile rate for renting a moving vehicle.

If you book early, you may even get a lower rate — especially if you're planning to move during peak moving season.

Plan your move early.

If you know you're going to move, start planning months before your move date. Starting early will help ensure you get the best rates on movers and moving trucks, and you'll have time to find the best prices on the supplies you'll need ahead of time. Plus, the sooner you start packing, the less stressful it'll be closer to your moving day.

Safe Ship Moving Services is a fully licensed and bonded interstate household goods moving broker. For more tips and guides, visit page.