Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By Bradford Cuthrell
Last Updated February 2024
Moving is often considered one of the most stressful life events that people go through. Even if you're someone who is organized and a good planner, moving in Chapel Hill can still be a source of stress. When temperatures can get colder than in many places, it could affect how comfortable you are during your move and cause more stress.
Luckily, our carefully crafted list of the best movers in Chapel Hill can help you discover the right experts and remove a lot of your stress.
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Good customer service
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Helps educate customers
Reliable service
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Committed to fair employee wages
Services Offered
Helps educate customers
Transparent pricing
Reliable service
Good customer service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Good customer service
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Services Offered
Reliable service
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Good customer service
Services Offered
Reliable service
Free quotes
Punctual service
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Services Offered
Short-notice moves
Punctual service
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
Reliable service
Good customer service
Services Offered
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Reliable service
Punctual service
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
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 deciding on a company is determining if you need a local or national mover. As illustrated above, different types of moves benefit from different movers. Movers can further be split into full-service and self-service companies. A full-service mover provides packing and loading services, which are a big stress-reliever if you hate packing boxes. Self-service movers provide a truck and driver, but you'll be expected to have all your items packed when they get there.
You can find out about the reputation of a moving company using online reviews or the BBB. You will also benefit from knowing which movers near you meet the licensing requirements for movers in North Carolina. All of the companies on our list of the best movers in Chapel Hill are well-reviewed and picked by our expert team.
After you have narrowed your list down to just a few companies, you can go about asking for estimates. It is best to speak to at least one or two of the companies from our list above. When you're speaking with a moving company, be sure you explain all the services that you're going to need. Also, verify that you are given a "binding estimate," as otherwise it may be subject to change.
You are likely wondering how much you should expect to spend moving. In Chapel Hill, the usual hourly cost for movers is:
The best mover in Chapel Hill, according to Today's Homeowner, are American Van Lines.
To decide which movers in Chapel Hill are the best, our team asks many questions, including:
When you're thinking about when to move, you'll want to consider both cost and convenience. Moving during summertime will likely be more expensive, due to how many people move during this time. There also may be more traffic on the roads during these months. You will probably want to avoid moving in May or August specifically, as the 14,023 college students attending school within 15 miles of Chapel Hill will be moving in those months as well.
There is also the weather to consider. Chapel Hill's temperatures 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.
Many moving companies have special services for large, expensive items. When you're getting estimates from each company on your shortlist, ask them about these services and ensure the team will have the necessary equipment on the truck. You should also ask about insurance options that can protect you if your items get lost, damaged, or stolen.
If you're moving across town, choose a local company. They'll be more familiar with the area. If you're moving to Chapel Hill from afar, a national company is best, as they have more tools and experience to handle long-distance moves.
The average annual high in Chapel Hill can get up to 69°F, and the area is in the middle third of the country when it comes to daily rainfall. Winters here yield extremely low (if any) snowfall.
Chapel Hill's cost of living index is 124.4. This figure considers mortgage or rent payments, food, childcare, transportation, and other essential expenses. (100.0 is the national average.)
