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Cheap Moving Truck Rental – Saving Money The Smart Way
Moving can be expensive. One way to save money is to rent a self-service moving truck as opposed to hiring a full service moving company. And by planning ahead and researching all of your options, you can further reduce the costs of moving.
Plan Ahead
Start comparing your rental options as soon as you know you will be moving. The farther ahead you schedule, the more options you will have regarding truck availability and best pricing. Keep in mind that there are many factors that will affect your pricing. Long distance trips and one-way trips are likely to cost you more. Larger trucks will cost more than small vans. And be aware that some companies will charge you for gas and mileage on top of the rental fee. The more time you give yourself to determine exactly what you need and to compare services and contracts between companies, the better deal you are likely to get.
Know Your Self-service Options
Due to increased competition, many truck rental companies are now offering more customer-friendly choices, including different self-service options. Obviously, the least expensive option is to do all the work yourself, including packing, loading and driving the truck. But perhaps you are physically unable to lift heavy boxes, don’t have enough help to move all of your belongings, or don’t feel comfortable driving a large truck. You can find self-service rental companies that offer labor for hire, as well as professional drivers. Hiring these services will increase your costs, but it is nice to have the flexibility to choose which services fit within your budget. Keep looking until you find a truck rental company that can offer you what you need.
Rent the Right Truck
The cost of your rental will depend on many things, including the size of the truck you rent and the weight of your possessions. Because the larger your truck is the more you will pay, it is important to only rent the size you need, and nothing larger. Our free Truck Rental Quotes tool can help you determine a rough estimation of what size truck you need. When you are negotiating with rental companies, ask them for their advice. Many will have a hauling guide for how much each truck can hold. You can help reduce both the size and weight of the truck you rent by trying to move small boxes or items in separate vehicles, and if possible, by making multiple trips over time.
Ask About Additional Services
Renting the truck isn’t the only moving expense you will have. You will also need packing boxes, tape, bubble wrap and packing material. You can save money if your rental company provides any or all of these complimentary, or at a reduced price with a truck rental. You should also ask about other moving tools such as two-wheelers, ramps, moving blankets, dollies and freight straps. Many rental companies offer these free of charge with the truck. If so, you won’t need to rent or buy them elsewhere.
Also, many newer trucks offer GPS navigation to allow you to plan the shortest route between two destinations, helping you save gas and money.
Get Started Today
Renting a moving truck allows you to better budget both your time and money. Start planning your move today to help secure the truck you need at a price that works for you.