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 hectic and stressful, and you might feel like there are always a dozen things that need your attention. Even smaller cities and towns like Salem have their own problems to contend with. During the winter, the low temperatures may make moving more difficult.
Luckily, you can reduce your moving-related stress with the help of our list of the best movers in Salem.
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Reliable service
Good customer service
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Good customer service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Good customer service
Helps educate customers
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Services Offered
Good customer service
Services Offered
Good customer service
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
Reliable service
Services Offered
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Services Offered
Good customer service
Reliable service
Punctual service
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
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:
Different types of movers are suited for different sorts of moves. The first step in selecting a moving company is deciding whether a national or local mover is best. You'll also want to determine if you want a full-service or self-service moving company. 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 might instead go with a self-service mover, which will provide a truck and a driver but not help pack your things.
You can learn about the reputation of a moving company using online reviews or the BBB. You should also find out which movers near you meet the licensing requirements for movers in Oregon. Every company on our list of Salem's best movers is well-reviewed and chosen by our expert team.
Once you're down to a small list of companies to pick from, you can get in touch with each of them and get a free estimate. It is best to speak with two or more of the companies on our list above. Be sure to go through all of the services that you're looking for, and to check that their estimate is a "binding estimate." Otherwise, it may be subject to change.
One of the most common questions you may have is how much your move will cost. The usual hourly cost for moving in Salem is:
The best mover in Salem, according to Today's Homeowner, are North American Van Lines.
To figure out which movers in Salem are the best, our team asks many questions, including:
When you're thinking about when to move, you'll want to take both cost and convenience into consideration. Moving during the summer months tends to be more expensive, as most people move during this season. You also might encounter more traffic during these months. You will probably want to avoid moving in May or August specifically, as the 12,496 college students attending school within 15 miles of Salem will be moving in those months as well.
You'll also want to think about the weather. Salem's temperatures tend to be cool. Your move will likely be affected more by the day of the week and time of day than the season.
To check a mover's reputation, you can:
The ideal 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.
Compared to a national average of 100.0, the cost of living index for Salem is 99.6. This index considers housing payments, childcare, food, transportation, and other crucial expenses.
The cost of a home in Salem will be based on several factors, such as the part of town you want to live in, the size of the home, and the amenities it offers. The median home price in Salem is $423162.
If you choose to rent in Salem, the cost for an apartment is roughly $1,644 per month.
