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Competitive prices : Before the peak of the moving season, the majority of professional moving companies and truck rental companies have not yet started to charge the highest rates so that they can attract more customers, and thus secure more jobs. You probably won’t be able to find a super bargain like you would if you were moving in the middle of winter, but you’re almost guaranteed a good deal compared to a summer move. Experienced movers : Professional movers tend to be understaffed during the height of the moving season which could force them to employ temporarily helpers with very little experience. When moving during the spring, you are almost certain to get the most experienced movers out there. No scheduling conflicts : With the abundance of relocation jobs in the summer season, some less reputable movers could take the liberty of sacrificing your scheduled move for a more lucrative one. By contrast...

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At its simplest, a self-move involves renting a truck, packing your belongings yourself, and loading and unloading on your own. The only time limitations are your own personal availability and the bodies needed to load everything. Rental truck companies (U-Haul, Ryder, Penske, Budget, etc.) are ubiquitous, so you can work at your own pace. However, self-moves demand careful consideration. First, does it make economic sense? While distance often dictates the answer to this question, it can be easy to overlook the many costs involved: fuel, mileage fees, tolls, meals, lodging, not to mention the cost of renting a truck spacious enough to contain your belongings (a good rule of thumb: a 10′ truck for 1 to 2 furnished rooms, a 14-15′ truck for 2 to 3 rooms, 18′ to 20′ truck for 3 to 4 rooms, and a 22′ to 24′ truck for 5 to 6 rooms ). In Louisville, Kentucky for example, a 24’ box truck at Ryder Bluegrass Park costs $103.95 per day plus .36 cents per mile sans the physical damag...

A Local Van Moving & Storage is a professional moving company serving Louisville, Kentucky. We take the stress out of moving for customers throughout the state.  Household Movers – Louisville, KY A Local Van provides a comprehensive set of moving services at cost-effective prices. We feature full or partial packing services using top quality packing materials. Our household moving services can include: ·          Full Service Packing - All items in your home are packed by us using the most up-to-date packing methods and materials in the industry. ·          Fragile Packing - You define your breakable or high-value items such as dishes, glassware, artwork, fragile furniture, mirrors, etc. We professionally pack them with care, and you pack all other belongings. ·          Do It Yourself Packing - A Local Van can provid...