Unfortunately, moving costs are one of those things that vary from person to person. For example, a local move can cost around  $1,170 on average, whilst a long distance move can be anywhere between $1,000 to $4,500. As well, the total costs of your move can vary according to a number of factors, such as:

• The distance between points A and B;
• The total volume of your move;
• The time (e.g.: season, day of the week) of your move;
• Extra services (think packing, (dis)assembly, etc.).

In the articles about long distance and local moves we explain in more detail exactly how you can properly estimate the costs of your move. So make sure to give it a read!

If you’re wondering how to request moving quotes, don’t worry, the experts got your back! When hiring movers, it’s best to get quotes from a few moving companies. Do keep in mind that an estimate is not the same as a quote –so be wary if a mover tries to give you just an estimate. If you’re looking to receive multiple quotes simultaneously, we’ve got a quote form that will give you 5 free moving quotes! No strings attached, and it beats having to contact five companies separately. 😉

To ensure that you and the mover of your choice are a match made in heaven, it’s crucial that you master the art of efficiently and smartly comparing movers. This fine art is much simpler than it sounds, so don’t worry.

When comparing movers, it’s likely that your eyes will go directly to the costs –but it’s important that you look beyond these! At Sirelo, we usually recommend that, for each mover that contacts you, you evaluate the following extra points:

• Moving services included in the quote:
  • Are packing and unpacking services included?
  • Is the transportation of fragile items correctly quoted?
  • Have (dis)assembly services been included in the quote?
  • What about insurance and storage?
• Customer reviews;
• Membership to moving associations;
• Licenses and certifications held by the mover.

Trying to remember all of the things you have to do before, during, and after a move should honestly be considered a sport –they don’t call it mental gymnastics for nothing! From transferring your utilities to getting your car registered, our handy moving checklists are here to help you with the remembering part!

Whether you’re moving locally or to another state, our national moving checklist will guide you through everything you need to get done starting 2 months before your moving date up to the first weeks in your new home!

Moving abroad? We got a checklist for that too! Our international moving checklist is tailored to include all the steps you need to take to make your international move as smooth as possible. We cover all the essentials from making sure you can get your prescriptions in your new country to getting a passport for your pet.

Let’s face it. Moving is a process very few people find enjoyable as it’s often time-consuming and stressful. And, of course, moving abroad is a bit trickier than moving within the U.S. Because our goal is to make your life easier, we’re here to provide you with a few extra resources which will hopefully make your international move as stress-free and cost-effective as possible. 🙂 Be sure to check out the following:

• Our list of top 8 international moving companies –find the moving services that fit you best!;
• International moving costs – your guide to navigating your moving costs from A to Z;
• Container shipping rates –air, road or sea-freight: what to choose?