Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By Bradford Cuthrell
Last Updated April 2024
Nobody enjoys moving – it's busy and stress-inducing, and you might feel like there are always a dozen things that need your attention. Although you might not worry too much about high temperatures in Valley getting in the way on the day of your move, you may still have many stressors. When temperatures can get lower than in many places, it might affect how comfortable you are during your move and cause more stress.
Make moving day easier with our comprehensive guide to Valley's best movers.
Punctual service
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Reliable service
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Punctual service
Free quotes
Reliable service
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Services Offered
Punctual service
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Helps educate customers
Reliable service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Services Offered
Free quotes
Good customer service
Reliable service
Punctual service
Services Offered
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Short-notice moves
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Services Offered
Helps educate customers
Short-notice moves
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Reliable service
Good customer service
Punctual service
Services Offered
Today's Homeowner looks at dozens of datapoints on moving companies to come up with our data-driven rankings. It's not possible for a company to pay for preferential treatment in our rankings. We look at the following key factors in determining who should top our list:
The first step in deciding on a company is determining if a national or local mover is going to be better for you. As illustrated above, different types of moves benefit from different movers. You also will have to choose between a self-service or full-service moving company. Both kinds of movers provide trucks and people to drive them. However, full-service companies also provide packing and loading services, while self-service companies do not. The type of mover you choose will depend on your budget and how much you hate packing boxes.
Some of the ways by which you might learn about the reputation of a moving company are through online reviews and the BBB. You can also check to see which movers near you meet all of Alabama's mover licensing requirements. Every company on our list of Valley's best movers is well-reviewed and picked by our expert team.
Once you've found a handful of companies that you like, you can begin the process of asking for estimates. It is best to reach out to at least one or two of the companies from our list above. When you do reach out, be sure you explain all of the services you'll need. You should also confirm that you receive a "binding estimate." Otherwise, it may be subject to change.
You might be wondering how much you're going to spend on your move. In Valley, the usual hourly cost for movers is:
The best mover in Valley, according to Today's Homeowner, are Bolt Movers.
To figure out which movers in Valley are the best, our team asks many questions, including:
Consider both cost and convenience when planning your move. The period from Memorial Day to Labor Day tends to be when most people move, which could be busier and more expensive for you. Valley also has about 1,399 students attending college within 15 miles; in May and August, you may need to worry about navigating around moving students.
You'll also want to think about the weather conditions in the area. Valley tends to have hot temperatures. This means that weather may not affect what time of year you move as much as it would in some other places. Still, you may not want to move in mid-summer, when extreme heat or humidity could rob you of energy.
To check a mover's reputation, you can:
The most optimal time to book your move is four to six weeks beforehand. If you book later, you may have a harder time finding available movers, or pay more for their services.
The average annual high in Valley can get up to 72°F, and the area is in the top third of the country when it comes to daily rainfall. Winters here yield extremely low (if any) snowfall.
Valley's cost of living index is 91.1. This figure considers mortgage or rent payments, food, childcare, transportation, and other essential expenses. (100.0 is the national average.)
