Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By Bradford Cuthrell
Last Updated February 2024
No one likes moving – it's stressful and busy, and you might feel like there are always half a dozen jobs that need your attention. Even if your area has less traffic than other places (like Charleston), there may still be many headaches on your moving day. During the winter, the cold temperatures may make moving a little more difficult.
You can cut back on your stress with the help of our list of Charleston's best movers, who can help to make your move quick and painless.
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Reliable service
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Transparent pricing
Punctual service
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Punctual service
Free quotes
Good customer service
Helps educate customers
Reliable service
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Reliable service
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Services Offered
Reliable service
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
Services Offered
Free quotes
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Services Offered
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Services Offered
Good customer service
Helps educate customers
Reliable service
Free quotes
Punctual service
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Services Offered
Reliable service
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Helps educate customers
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 moves work best with different movers. The first step in picking a moving company is determining whether a national or local mover is best. You will also have to determine if you want to hire a full-service or self-service mover. If you are someone who hates packing boxes, a full-service company that provides packing services may be best for you. If you don't mind packing yourself, you may prefer a self-service mover, which will supply a truck and driver but not help with packing.
Next, you can find out which movers near you meet the licensing requirements for movers in South Carolina. You can also search for reviews online and take a look at the company's BBB rating. Every company on our list of the best movers in Charleston is well-reviewed and selected by our team of experts.
Once you've put together a small list of companies to select from, you can talk to them and ask about a free estimate. We recommend reaching out to two or more of the companies on our list above. Be sure to tell them 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.
You are likely wondering how much you might spend when you move. In Charleston, the normal hourly cost for movers is:
We've determined the top mover in your area to be College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving Charleston.
To decide which movers in Charleston are the best, our team asks many questions, including:
A few signs that you shouldn't use a specific mover include:
If you're moving across town, choose a local company. They will be more familiar with the area. If you're moving to Charleston from afar, a national company is best, as they have more experience moving large numbers of items across the country.
The most optimal time to book your move is four to six weeks beforehand. If you book later, you may pay more and have a harder time finding available movers.
The average annual high in Charleston can get up to 74°F, and the area is in the top third of the country for daily rainfall. Winters here yield extremely low (if any) snowfall.
Compared to a national average of 100.0, the cost of living index for Charleston is 119.0. This index considers housing payments, childcare, food, transportation, and other crucial expenses.
