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Written By Bradford Cuthrell
Last Updated February 2024
No one likes moving – it's stressful and chaotic, and you might feel like there are always a dozen things that need your attention. Even if you're moving to a smaller town (like Storm Lake) with less crowded streets, you might be worried about navigating around with a cumbersome moving truck. Depending on what month you move, low temperatures may impact your plans, resulting in more stress.
Use our expertly curated guide to the best movers in Storm Lake to cut down on the headaches of moving by getting everything taken care of by experts.
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Reliable service
Helps educate customers
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Free quotes
Good customer service
Punctual service
Transparent pricing
Reliable service
Services Offered
Our Rating
Reliable service
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Services Offered
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Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Reliable service
Free quotes
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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:
To choose a moving company, you'll first need to finalize the details of your move to know whether a local or national mover is right for your needs. You'll also need to decide if you require a full-service or self-service mover. If you dread the thought of packing boxes, you might want to hire a full-service mover that provides packing services. If you don't mind doing your own packing, you may instead go with a self-service mover, which will provide a truck and a driver but not help pack your things.
You can check a company's reputation via online reviews and the BBB. You should also find out which movers near you meet the licensing requirements for movers in Iowa. Every company on our list of the best movers in Storm Lake is well-reviewed and picked by our experts.
After narrowing down your list, you can begin talking to companies. We recommend that you discuss your move with at least two of the movers from our list for estimates. Make sure that you explain all of the services you think you will need for your move. Also, verify that the estimate you receive is a "binding estimate" – otherwise, the actual cost may be subject to change.
One of the biggest questions you have is how expensive your move will be. The usual hourly cost for moving in Storm Lake is as follows:
The best mover in Storm Lake, according to Today's Homeowner, are Crimmins Relocation Services.
To decide which movers in Storm Lake are the best, our team asks a lot of questions, including:
When you're thinking about when to move, you'll want to consider both cost and convenience. Moving during the summer is generally more expensive, as this is when most people move. Traffic may also be heavier during these months. There are about 1,892 college students attending school within 15 miles of Storm Lake, so you may wish to avoid moving in May and August, when they will be moving.
You'll also want to think about the weather. Temperatures in Storm Lake tend to be cool. Your move may be more difficult during the cooler months, when roads may be icy.
You should choose a local mover if you want a more personal experience. Local movers will be familiar with Storm Lake and can offer more tailored services. However, national and international moving companies usually have more resources, better insurance, and a wider variety of services.
To ensure you get your desired pickup and delivery times, you should book moving services as early in advance as the company allows, often four to six weeks before your moving day.
High temperatures in Storm Lake can reach 57°F. The area has about average daily rainfall and moderate snowfall in the winter months.
Storm Lake's cost of living index is 78.9. This figure considers mortgage or rent payments, food, childcare, transportation, and other essential expenses. (100.0 is the national average.)