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Written By Bradford Cuthrell
Last Updated February 2024
Moving is frequently a stressful and hectic time, and it's not a task that anyone looks forward to. While you may not be worrying too much about hot weather in Hays getting in the way on the day of your move, you might still have other stressors. The price of the move may be one of the sources of your stress.
Read our meticulously assembled list of Hays' best movers to cut down on the headaches of moving by getting everything taken care of quickly and smoothly.
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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:
First, you'll want to decide if you need a national or a local mover. Different types of moves necessitate different kinds of experience, as described above. You'll also have to choose between a self-service or full-service moving company. Self-service moving companies provide trucks and drivers, but you'll need to have everything packed and ready when they get there. A full-service moving company will offer packing services, which can be great if you hate packing boxes.
Once you know what you need, find which Hays movers meet Kansas' licensing requirements for movers. Other ways to research a mover's credibility include reading online reviews and checking its rating on the BBB website. All of the companies on our list of the best movers in Hays are well-reviewed and selected by our team of experts.
Once you've narrowed your list down to a few companies, you can begin asking for estimates. We strongly suggest reaching out to at least one or two of the companies from our list above. When talking to a company you are thinking of hiring, make sure you explain all of the services that you're going to need. You should also confirm that the estimate you receive is a "binding estimate" – otherwise, it may be subject to change.
Something that a lot of people worry about when moving is the cost. In Hays, the typical hourly cost for movers is:
The best mover in Hays, according to Today's Homeowner, are AAA Moving of Kansas.
We use several different criteria to determine which movers in Hays are the best ones. They include:
When picking a date to move, you'll want to take both cost and convenience into consideration. Moving during summertime tends to be more expensive, due to how many people move during this time. Traffic may also be heavier during these months. You will probably want to avoid moving in May or August specifically, as the 11,298 college students attending school within 15 miles of Hays will be moving in those months as well.
There is also the weather to consider. Temperatures in Hays tend to be hot. Your move will likely be inconvenient and possibly dangerous if you move on a day where the weather is too hot.
You should choose a local mover if you would prefer a more personal experience. Local movers will be familiar with Hays and can provide more tailored services. However, national movers 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 possible, ideally four to six weeks before your moving day.
Hays' cost of living index is 87.5. 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 Hays is 235111, while the average monthly rent is about $1,153.