benefits of an onsite moving estimate

Benefits of an On-Site Moving Estimate

There are multiple reason why to get an
on-site estimate, read below why.

onsite moving estimate, visual moving estimate

Benefits of an On-Site Moving Estimate


When it comes to determining which moving company you will end up hiring, it is important to only consider those who will devote the time and effort to making an on-site estimate of the job you are asking them to perform. While there may be some restrictions, such as the size of your move, visual inspections are the most precise.

You want to schedule at least two or three in home, on-site estimates in order to make the proper determination on how much you are looking to spend on this project. Most of the time, you can fit all in one day, allowing about forty minutes for each company to make a thorough inspection of your home and make proper notes on all elements involved with the move. You will probably get a wide range of estimates, and you should shoot for the one that is neither the priciest nor the cheapest. Finding an average will, in most cases, get you the most for your money.

Be sure the movers are made aware of any and all items that are to be relocated, especially in attics, garages, and basements. You should also make them aware of specialty items such as artwork, china, collections, pianos and other musical instrument, and delicate electronics, all of which may require specialized attention for your long distance move. A good, reputable company will be able to identify these elements early on and provide a plan of action for taking proper care of them.

Make sure everything is accounted for during the on-site estimate, since unexpected additional items can cause the price for the move to increase accordingly. You also want to discuss any and all details related to the move that will allow moving day to be as stress free as possible.

In home estimates are important in that they allow you to see your move in far greater detail than a phone conversation or email exchange would be able to provide. While they are not 100% accurate all the time, they do make for a much more realistic expectation of your move and everything that goes along with it.

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Los Angeles
5698 Bandini Blvd B.
Bell, CA 90201
P: 888-680-7200 Ext. 102
CA - NY Express Cross Country Movers Los Angeles
Movers from LA to NYC
San Francisco
745 85th Ave
Suite L. Oakland, CA 94621
P: 888-680-7200 Ext. 135
CA - NY Express Cross Country Movers San Francisco
Movers from SF to NYC
New York
210 Meadowlands Pkwy d,
Secaucus, NJ 07094
P: 888-680-7200 Ext. 131
CA - NY Express Cross Country Movers New York
Movers from NYC to SF & LA

Business Hours(PST)

Monday: 8am - 4pm
Tuesday: 8am - 4pm
Wednesday: 8am - 4pm
Thursday: 8am - 4pm
Friday: 8am - 4pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Shannon L.
Shannon L.
Jan 5, 2024

Movers who packed my things up in NY were great. I was also very impressed with how clear everything was, how fast the move coordinator Eric was with getting back to me. Read more testimonials

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Danielle Francisco
Feb 11, 2024

Terrific experience with Andres and his team. They were quick, efficient and very knowledgeable. Read more testimonials

Ria B.
Ria B.
Jan 10, 2024

Everything went smoothly with CA-NY Express Movers. They packed up my apt in NYC in no time, put it into storage for me while we found our new house. Read more testimonials

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