Let’s face it, mobile furniture will cost you, one way or another, but there are many ways to keep costs down if needed. Following are some tips and ideas for saving money when moving furniture directly.
Sell It!
Have you ever had that sofa from college? Should that Ikea restaurant set be temporary until you get "mature" furniture? Before moving, it is important to look at your belongings objectively and decide what they really are, what they should last and what you can happily release to the new owner. Anything you can easily get rid of can be sold on Craigslist, OfferUp, LetGo or a similar platform, which can add extra revenue to your trip!
Remove Lock!
Another good option is to donate your unwanted furniture to a charity, preferably one that is meaningful to you. Thus you get rid of things, instead of paying to move to a new home, you do well, and you get tax deductions — all at once. What could be better than that?
Do it for yourself
You can always save money on travel by doing it yourself. You can either borrow a truck or a short-distance trailer or rent a Haul and drive a longer trip. But face the facts. What you can save with money, you may lose time, back pain (especially if you carry a gun safe), and fatigue. There are also hidden costs to consider, such as equipment rental, gas, housing, and food. So take time to think about your priorities, and decide what makes the most of it.
Rent an iPod
Renting a portable portable container is one of the most popular ways to use fully operational distributors. It is usually cheap (about half) and can serve as storage, if you need it (if so, make sure you prepare your furniture to store it). She packs a bowl; then the company picks it up, stores it (if necessary), and brings it to your destination. This route can be very convenient if you are budgeting. Just remember that you will be doing all the packing and unpacking, so your savings are focused on the job.
Rent Hour
Another option is to hire an hourly operator to assist you. This method can be cheaper than DIY considering you will not have to pay for dolls, furniture pads, and other equipment — the carrier should have all those things. But if you travel a long distance, this may not work for you.
LTL Furniture Shipping
If you do not need your furniture right away, you can consider shipping the furniture via LTL (Under Truck Load). In addition to delivering all furniture, many mobile companies will include small shipping when customers have a few items to deliver. Your furniture may stand still and change trucks, so you may not get a guaranteed delivery date, but savings can be huge. If you use this method, make sure your items are neatly wrapped to withstand the aging process.
Submit Off-Seasonal
One thing you may not realize is that moving, like most things, is a busy season. If you can plan your relocation between October and April, you can save a bit at other times of the year. At the end of spring, summer and early autumn (when children leave school), mobile companies keep their prices high because their services and products are in high demand. After those seasons, demand is declining, and many mobile services are lowering prices to boost business.
