Moving Costs in California
When planning a local move in California, staying within your budget is suggested. But how should you plan your moving budget? Different moving companies will have their pricing standards, so it might be hard to estimate how much moving services will cost since there is no standard evaluation. However, a few things during a move can cost more than other things. We hope the following information gives you a better idea of how much it costs to hire movers for your local move in California.
TIMING IS EVERYTHING
As you plan for your local move, consider when you want to (or need to) move. Many people in California prefer to move between spring and fall to avoid the hot and humid weather. That means if you move during this time, your move will likely cost more than if you move at other times of the year. However, many people move during the summer because of kids or school. Anyone who knows how to plan a holiday can tell you that plane and hotel prices go up when there is more demand. When it comes to vacations, demand is high in the summer months. If you want to cut costs for your local move in California, consider moving in a less-desirable time!
LESS IS BEST!
Moving a big house will cost more than a 1 bedroom apartment because moving cost is affected by weight. The more things your movers transport on the moving truck, the higher the cost. Also, moving is a great time to throw away or sell stuff you don't need! Consider what you won't need anymore or what you might want to buy once you get to your new home. Here are a couple of ideas to help lighten your load:
Have a garage sale
Donate to your local resale shop or charity
Sell some things on Facebook Marketplace
YOUR MILEAGE MAY VARY
The cost of local moving companies will depend on how far you are moving. For example, if you're moving from San Diego to Los Angeles, it will be less in time and gas than it would if you'd moved to New York from California. Also, consider that long distance moves has it's own challenges, more likely there will be delays along the way—from construction, roadworks, traffic etc.
PROTECT YOUR BELONGINGS
Even if your team does a great job packing your belongings, remember it takes work to avoid risks entirely. Loss or damage to your belongings could still occur during the move. All moving companies in California are legally required to provide Carrier Liability. Carrier liability provides essential protection for your household belongings. However, if you have valuable or expensive household items, you should add Declared Valuation—this is an extra cost.
AVERAGE MOVING COST IN CALIFORNIA
In actual numbers, local movers in California cost about $2,000 on up, depending on all the above factors. This is for using a full-service moving company with a four-person moving crew for a 2-bedroom home, which includes all your interactions with the professional moving company, from planning your move to unloading at your new home.
WHERE CAN I FIND A LOCAL MOVER IN CALIFORNIA?
We know this is a lot of information, but taking your first steps in planning your move to California is easy! Contact us for your free moving quote. Our team will take you through what you can expect with your move and alleviate any moving anxiety you may have.