Choosing From a Large List of Relocation Services

Have you searched the words "relocation services" lately? My guess is YES if there is a move in your future. And, since you're visiting a moving blog, my guess is that you're moving soon.

Did you notice how long the search results list is for "relocation services"? Don't get me wrong, it's good there are so many options to choose from – that usually means it's more competitive. But, wading through them all to find what you really need is a little overwhelming. I'll try to break it down a little, to maybe save some time.

You've got a few options to choose from when you're relocating long distance (and there are several relocation services within each niche):

Do-it-yourself Relocation Services

These are normally limited to truck rental. You do everything, from start to finish.  People usually choose these types of relocation services because they assume they're the cheapest way to relocate (there aren't many people just dying to drive a large, unfamiliar truck across country).

"You pack, we drive" Relocation Services

You do the packing, loading and unloading, but not the driving. Most of these relocation services offer door-to-door delivery, meaning the moving truck is brought right to your door on both ends. It might surprise you to learn that the price for ABF U-Pack Moving is similar to truck rental – so the assumption that do-it-yourself relocation services are the cheapest way to move isn't always correct.

"You pack, we drive" + moving labor

Even if you can't do all of the packing, loading or unloading, you can still choose the low-cost relocation services that companies like ABF U-Pack offer. If you're able to do some of the labor but need help with the heavy stuff (on either end), you can pair a "you pack, we drive" move with Moving Staffers moving help and still expect affordable prices.

Full Service Relocation Services

These relocation services can do everything, from start to finish. Including packing, crating, loading and unloading. And you'll see prices that range from affordable to very expensive.  In fact, MoveBuilder, a full service moving company, is a good choice when you need comprehensive relocation services but you're on a tight moving budget.