5 Ways To Keep Your Moving Costs Down

Published: May 28, 2021

Moving into a new home can be very exciting, but it is also a humongous task. There is so much to plan for, and the various expenses can start to add up. Below are a few suggestions to keep your moving costs down, that way you can save for more fun expenses like maybe a really great new piece of furniture for your new home.

Declutter before packing 

It is common for folks to pack all of their belongings, move, and then decide what they want to keep or get rid of as they unpack in their new place. If you go through that process before packing, you can significantly reduce the amount of ‘stuff you will have to move. Purging will not only save you money on packing supplies, but it will also save you money on other moving expenses; whether you decide to hire movers or rent a truck, the fewer boxes and the less weight, the lower your costs. Plus, you can start fresh in your new place without bringing along unnecessary clutter.  

Find as many free boxes as possible. 

While the individual price of a moving box might not seem like a considerable expense, it adds up quickly. Spending a large sum of money on boxes, you will have to throw away right after your move can be wasteful financially and environmentally. Luckily, there is no shortage of places to pick up extra boxes. Reach out to your neighborhood grocery store, liquor store, or ask around in your local community Facebook groups. Someone is sure to have boxes for you to use! 

Enlist friends and family and move items yourself 

Of course, there is a certain level of convenience to hiring professional movers, but that convenience comes with a hefty price tag. Movers often charge by the room, piece of furniture, and add-ons for things like stairs. The amount of money you would spend on hiring movers could go a long way toward something else for your future home, like a professional paint job or a new rug. 

When you rent a Unit, the task of moving on your own becomes more manageable. You can take your time throughout the month to load things into your portable storage unit rather than having to haul everything you own into a truck within a few hours, only to unload it all over again that very same day. Units will help take away some of the pressure and physical stress of moving independently. Plus, your friends and family are usually willing to help, and if there are enough of you, it should go quickly. You can always use it as a great excuse to host everyone in your new home for a thank-you meal once you get all settled in.  

Rent a Unit

Not only does renting a Unit make it more feasible to move your belongings without hiring professionals, but Units’ prices are the best around, saving you money when compared to renting a moving truck or other brands like PODS. But don’t take our word for it; check out customer reviews! 

Keep your receipts to write off moving expenses on your taxes

If you are moving because of work, there’s a good chance you can write off related costs on your taxes. Save those receipts and keep track of expenses. This could save you a decent amount of money next tax season! 

Whenever you’re ready to work out the details for your upcoming move, give us a call at (443)842-7400, drop us an email, or fill out a form on our website. We are a locally-owned business, and you will be able to speak to one of our knowledgeable staff members who can help work out a deal that’s right for you.