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Written By Bradford Cuthrell
Last Updated February 2024
It's unlikely that you'd be surprised to discover that people often refer to moving as one of the most stressful things they've done. Even smaller cities and towns like Lafayette have headaches of their own to contend with. When temperatures can get colder than in many places, it could affect the ease of your move and cause more stress.
Make moving day easier by using our comprehensive list of the top movers in and around Lafayette.
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Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Reliable service
Short-notice moves
Good customer service
Services Offered
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Punctual service
Transparent pricing
Reliable service
Services Offered
Free quotes
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Reliable service
Punctual service
Services Offered
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Punctual service
Transparent pricing
Reliable service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Services Offered
Reliable service
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Short-notice moves
Services Offered
Punctual service
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Reliable service
Free quotes
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 selecting a company is determining whether a local or national mover better fits your needs. As illustrated above, different types of movers are better for different types of moves. You'll also have to choose between a self-service or full-service mover. Self-service moving companies provide trucks and drivers, but you'll need to have everything packed and ready when they arrive. Full-service moving companies offer packing services, which can be a boon if you hate packing boxes.
Some good ways to learn about a company's reputation are through online reviews and the BBB. You might also want to learn about which movers near you meet all of Indiana's mover licensing requirements. All of the companies on our list of the best movers in Lafayette are well-reviewed and selected by our team of experts.
Once you've narrowed down your list, you can begin talking to movers. It is best to reach out to at least two of the companies on our list for estimates. Be sure that you explain all of the services you will need for your move. Also, make sure that their estimate is a "binding estimate" – otherwise, the actual cost may be subject to change.
Cost is a big concern when talking about moving. The usual amount one might expect to spend hourly for movers in Lafayette is:
The best mover in Lafayette, according to Today's Homeowner, are Two Men and a Truck.
To decide which movers in Lafayette are the best, our team asks a lot of questions, including:
When picking a date to move, you'll want to take both cost and convenience into consideration. Moving during summertime is often more expensive, as most people move during this season. Traffic may also be heavier during these months. You will probably want to avoid moving in May or August specifically, as the 29,977 college students attending school within 15 miles of Lafayette will be moving in those months as well.
Don't forget to think about the weather, too. Lafayette's temperatures tend to be moderate. Your move will likely be affected more by the day of the week and time of day than the season.
You should choose a local mover if you aren't moving long-distance. Local movers know the Lafayette area better and can offer more tailored services. However, national and international moving companies usually have more resources, better insurance, and a wider variety of services.
The most optimal time to book your move is four to six weeks in advance. If you book later, you may have a harder time finding available movers, or pay more for their services.
Lafayette's cost of living index is 95.1. This figure considers mortgage or rent payments, food, childcare, transportation, and other essential expenses. (100.0 is the national average.)
The median home price in Lafayette is 230482, while the average monthly rent is about $1,108.