ᐅ Long-Distance Domestic Move – How to Find a Moving Company?
Created on: 25 Jan 2022 10:42
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kati1337
Hello everyone!
So far, I have only moved within the nearby region using a company.
Now I have a move coming up this summer that’s about 600 km (370 miles) away.
What is the best way to search for a moving company? Should I look for one at the destination or at the original location?
How is it usually organized? Does the company load the truck the day before and then drive off early in the morning? Has anyone here done something like this before?
Our last move (40 km / 25 miles) already took almost an entire day (from about 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.). If I have to add another 550 km (340 miles) on top of that, will this become a multi-day operation?
When I first moved up here, I barely had any belongings (was a student) and organized the move myself with a van. But now we definitely need a truck, and none of us can drive one.
I’d appreciate your tips and experiences.
So far, I have only moved within the nearby region using a company.
Now I have a move coming up this summer that’s about 600 km (370 miles) away.
What is the best way to search for a moving company? Should I look for one at the destination or at the original location?
How is it usually organized? Does the company load the truck the day before and then drive off early in the morning? Has anyone here done something like this before?
Our last move (40 km / 25 miles) already took almost an entire day (from about 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.). If I have to add another 550 km (340 miles) on top of that, will this become a multi-day operation?
When I first moved up here, I barely had any belongings (was a student) and organized the move myself with a van. But now we definitely need a truck, and none of us can drive one.
I’d appreciate your tips and experiences.
kati1337 schrieb:
I do expect something around that range. It’s not exactly two 12-hour shifts driving the truck, but I think 8-9 hours is reasonable for a trip. The 12 hours also referred to the 880 km (550 miles) from @bavariandream.
In your case, it’s a bit shorter and cheaper, just as you said.
Personally, I have already done numerous moves for myself and family. With some preparation and as many helpers as possible, it’s definitely doable. Of course, the distance doesn’t make it easier and adds complexity to the planning. You would need a truck driving license though…
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Myrna_Loy23 Feb 2022 11:42kati1337 schrieb:
I’m actually expecting something around that as well. It’s not two 12-hour shifts in the truck, but I think 8-9 hours driving for a distance is realistic. However, a truck is only allowed to drive at 80 km/h (50 mph) and the driver must take breaks.
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bavariandream23 Feb 2022 12:11I have now reviewed the emails and the invoice again (see screenshot). I have redacted the addresses and private details, but the distance was almost exactly 880 km (about 550 miles) from East Frisia to southern Bavaria, and the move took place last November.
The initial quote was just over 2000 euros. Since we ended up with more stuff than initially indicated or expected (which you tend to underestimate), they adjusted the quote upward to 2520 euros.
As mentioned, they came with 3 people and a 7.5-ton truck, which was more than enough. We still had moving boxes; they brought blankets and protective films. They were very quick and very friendly. No hidden extra costs were added.
I don’t see why it should cost twice as much for you. I also can’t imagine it would be much cheaper to rent a truck and drive it yourself.
The initial quote was just over 2000 euros. Since we ended up with more stuff than initially indicated or expected (which you tend to underestimate), they adjusted the quote upward to 2520 euros.
As mentioned, they came with 3 people and a 7.5-ton truck, which was more than enough. We still had moving boxes; they brought blankets and protective films. They were very quick and very friendly. No hidden extra costs were added.
I don’t see why it should cost twice as much for you. I also can’t imagine it would be much cheaper to rent a truck and drive it yourself.
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WilderSueden23 Feb 2022 13:55bavariandream schrieb:
I don’t see why it should cost you twice as much. I also can’t imagine it being that much cheaper to rent a truck and drive it yourself. I just looked it up: renting a 7.5-ton truck costs about 200€ per day for return to the same location. A one-way fee is about the same again. But maybe there’s something cheaper out there. You can drive it with a Class 3 license. Everyone seems to know someone who has one.
Let’s calculate: 1 day loading, 1 day driving there, 1 day unloading, 1 day returning. That sums up to roughly 800€ for the truck, plus travel expenses and fuel (200€ per leg?). You can definitely save money that way, but it’s probably more stressful.
That said, I’m also puzzled how the company makes a profit charging 2,500€ for the move. They’ll need 3–4 days and at least one overnight stay. That’s calculated with 3 people involved…
Hmm, yes, that is quite tight. Either they also operate their own gas station, workshop, and truck leasing company, or it was a case of money laundering and illegal work. Who knows, maybe they handled other moves before and after, so they didn’t have empty runs, but that would be quite a coincidence if it always worked out that way.
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