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If you are going to hire a professional mover you need to make sure that you get at least 3 bids prior to making a final decision. It is best to do this 6 weeks before you plan to move so you give the movers enough time to schedule your move to meet your timeframe.

Different moving companies will bid your job based on different criteria. The most common forms of estimation are pieces, pounds, distance and time. Most local movers will base moves on time because they are not looking at the cost of gas as much as they are man hours. If the move is a long distance you will most likely get a bid for distance and weight.

Make sure that you request and get a binding estimate or binding cost of service. This is an estimate price guarantee that allows you to see what you will be paying for and how much it will cost. When you get this estimate make sure that you go over it very thorough so that you know exactly what you are paying for and what you are not paying for.

Before any move you should tour your home from attic to basement and make a note of what you wish to keep and what you want to get rid of. This way when you walk through with the mover you can point out what does and doesn’t need to be moved.

The summertime is the most expensive time to move due to demand. Also, the end of the month and Fridays will tend to raise the cost of a move. It is similar to flying during the holidays; you pay more when these services are in the most demand.

You will need to ask the mover you choose how they wish to be paid. In this industry it is quite acceptable for payment to be asked for when the truck is still loaded and sitting in the driveway of your destination. Some companies will unload the truck and then request payment. Be clear on this prior to being in the moment. The best option is to pay upon completion and inspection of items.

You should make sure that you have the ability to cover the items being transported either fully or partially. Different companies deal with this different so make sure you ask before you choose a mover.

For each move it is highly suggested that you pack an easily recognizable box with personal belonging you will need upon arrival. The best way to transport this would be with your own vehicle. If you use the movers for this make sure it is the last thing that is packed.

Before you make a move in Portland be sure to you check out James Blackwel’s article on Portland Movers and Portland Moving in general.