Find the Best Movers in Waco, TX

How to choose movers in Waco

Waco is a growing city; between 2010 and 2017, the population in Waco grew 9.3 percent. Compared to the national change of 5.5 percent over that period, Waco’s expansion is above average. This rise in population is often attributed to Waco’s low cost of living.

The median home cost in the United States is $216,200; in Waco, that number is $107,700. Waco’s average rent, $791, is significantly lower than the national average of $982. Waco also has more affordable groceries, utilities and transportation costs. Add that together and it’s obvious why moving to Waco is on the rise.

When preparing for a move, there are three different options: a full-service move, a DIY move or a mix of the two. Which option you choose is based on preference and price.

• Full-service moves include packing, unpacking and transportation. Most companies also provide insurance coverage for your items being moved.
• DIY moves require you to rent a truck, load and unload your belongings and drive the truck to your new home. While the cheapest option, DIY moves are time-consuming and create more frustration than most people like to deal with when relocating.
• Hybrid moves involve a company delivering a trailer or portable storage container to your home, which you pack with your belongings. The company picks up the container when full and transports it to your new home. These moves come with more risk and labor than full-service moves.

How much does it cost to hire movers in Waco?

Hiring movers in Waco varies in price depending on what, when and where you’re moving. As home to Baylor University, which has more than 16,000 students, many students move in and out of Waco each summer.

Around 70 percent of moves happen from Labor Day to Memorial Day across the nation, and with Baylor’s schedule, Waco is no different. Because of this, moving costs are typically much higher during the summer. If you can select your move-in date, you should consider scheduling your move around these times to save money.

Average cost to hire movers in Waco

Type of move	Price
Local moving (under 50 miles)	$75-$90/hour
Furniture/heavy lifting	$70-$90/hour
Long-distance moving	$1,000-$15,000

These are rough estimates for moving costs. The size of your house or apartment is a significant factor in the price of your move. The cost of moving a one- or two-bedroom apartment, which many Baylor students have, is estimated to cost between $750 and $1,200 for a local move. For a three- to four-bedroom house, families should expect to pay between $1,350 and $2,470 or more.

Ultimately, the cost comes down to the amount of time you have to move — which dictates how many movers you must hire — the number of items you’re moving and how far you need them transported.

How to compare rates from moving companies in Waco

To save money on your move, you should compare prices from a few different companies. When creating a list of movers to contact, researching companies through online reviews helps protect your belongings and avoid moving scams.

Once you have your companies chosen, call and explain the specifics of your move to get an estimate. Some movers may have online estimate generators, which are helpful but not as accurate as an in-person quote. Make sure the company knows the size of your home and whether you have any bulky items, such as pianos, that need to be moved.

Many companies provide a written binding estimate or a binding not-to-exceed estimate for out-of-state moves; both of these estimates put a guaranteed cap on what you pay for your move. For in-state moves, you can get a written estimate that outlines hourly rates and additional costs.

The estimate should include:

• Exact distance of move for accurate cost
• Additional services included (packing and supplies)
• Insurance coverage
• Stair fees (more applicable to students in apartment complexes near campus; the cost is generally $60 per flight of stairs after first flight)
• Bulk-item fees (for example, moving a piano may cost an additional $150-$600)
• Elevator fee (flat, one-time fee)
• Long-carry fees (if the mover cannot park near the entrance of your home)
• Any additional fees

Compare the estimates to decide which mover works best for you. Because of the value of the items being transported, make sure you’re comfortable with the company and trust them to protect and deliver your possessions on time.

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