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Are You Paying Too Much To Move Your Stuff?

June 10, 2013 by admin

“Man, I never knew how expensive moving was!” Randi laughed. “I guess being a military brat just sort of blinds you to the fact that civilians have to pay to send their furniture halfway around the world.”

Now that she’s on her own, Randi has retained the military-inspired tendency to travel light. “It’s just me, and I only have what I consider to be the essential stuff: a bed, a dresser, a couch, the TV, some cooking gear…it *can* all fit in the back of a pick up truck, but my time table doesn’t allow for me to spend a week driving this stuff across the country. And I certainly don’t want to!”

When you’re planning a long-distance small move, be prepared for some sticker shock, Randi advises. “Did you know that some moving companies have a minimum load charge? If you don’t have enough stuff to fill up the truck, too bad for you – you pay anyway!”

Boston Pack and Ship never charges a minimum load charge!

“Maybe some people don’t mind paying for space they don’t need or services they won’t use, but I am not one of those people,” Randi said. “I work hard for every dollar I make, and I don’t like being forced to spend it on stupid stuff. That’s why I asked moving companies if they charged a minimum load fee. If you don’t have a lot of stuff to move, you have to ask this question. Otherwise you’re going to spend way more on your move than you need to!”

Boston Pack and Ship never charges a minimum load charge!

“On the other hand, I don’t mind paying for services like custom crating. I may not have a lot of stuff, but I like the stuff I have! Boston Pack and Ship used their expertise to ensure that all of my stuff made the trip in one piece.”

Filed Under: Long Distance Moves Tagged With: boston pack and ship, custom crating, long distance move, minimum load charge, small moves

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"In August, my 83-year-old father fell down the cellar stairs and broke his elbow. Following elbow replacement surgery in Boston he was transferred to skilled nursing care in West Bridgewater. Unfortunately, the injury left him unable to maintain his own household. My husband and I made the decision to move him to our home in California. My time frame was incredibly short - 11 days till departure via airplane to CA. I needed to pack and ship whatever items would be going to CA. We would not be moving the entire household - just several paintings, memorabilia, clothing and a large full keyboard electronic piano. After calling several moving companies that required large weight minimums to bid the job, I was referred to Joe Fell at Boston Pack and Ship.

Joe was absolutely wonderful. He calmly explained the shipping options available through Boston Pack and Ship and they could definitely handle the job. Joe helped me locate appropriately sized shipping boxes so that I could pack things up myself, thereby saving money. He also stayed in constant contact with me via phone and email, coaching me through the shipping process. We scheduled pickup nine days after my arrival in MA. Joe became an instant friend to me throughout this extremely stressful time. His caring nature made this difficult move a great deal easier. I am very grateful to have found this wonderful company. "
Patty Thorne, Upland, California

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