Lowering the cost of moving to Hawaii

Whether you're just starting to think about moving to Hawaii or if you already have your plane ticket in hand, let me just go ahead and say that I'm jealous!  Even if you're concerned about the cost of moving to Hawaii, remember that you're moving to a tropical paradise.  Sparkling waters, crashing waves, a beautiful landscape— can't you already smell the hibiscus flowers just thinking about it?  That being said, it's a good idea to have a financial plan for your move to the islands.  Where do you start?  Here are a few suggestions for controlling your moving budget:  

Cut the cost of moving to Hawaii by choosing low-traffic move dates.  Moves that occur between Memorial Day and Labor Day fall into the peak moving season, when moving companies are at full capacity.  Choosing an off-peak date can mean lower moving rates, plus a less hectic moving schedule.  

Paring down your possessions can lower the cost of moving to Hawaii even further.  The more items you have to move, the more space you'll need.  Reducing the size of your shipment helps lower your cost.     

For small moves, consider loading and unloading at ABF Service Centers.  If you're not moving a lot of things, loading up at a local ABF office (called a ’terminal') can cut out extra costs.  Bring your belongings to the terminal and load them into an ABF U-Pack moving container or two, then unload at the terminal in Honolulu.  This is a great way to save on overall costs. 

Let me know if you have any questions about the cost of moving to Hawaii, or give us a call at 800-413-4799 for a free moving quote.