If your new home is only about 100 miles or less from your old one, it's definitely considered a local move. Rates could either be both by the hour and per number of people required or by the distance and weight. It could even be a single flat rate issued by the removals company.
How to Save When Paying by the Hour
If you want to save money, make sure the movers stay the least time loading and unloading your things. So, you have to be ready when they arrive your place. All the boxes should be neatly stacked so it would be easy for them to put your things in a trolley. Having labels on the boxes would guide them where to unload the boxes. Make sure you have unplugged all the remaining appliances like ceiling fans and the other stuff.
Having Your Belongings Packed and Other Considerations
While the liability of the removals company for a local move is lower fragile items are safer when they are packed by the company. With their experience, packing breakables would be easy for them.
Always consider at least three companies before hiring one. Get binding quotes and make sure that your belongings are surveyed before the quote is given. Most of all make sure that you are hiring a reputable company by checking reviews, references and the Better Business Bureau website.
