Some moving companies (e.g. United, Northern...) have a "not to exceed" quote which is what we used. We had quotes from two national companies even though they subcontract with local movers for the actual packing. And even though they packed more than what I requested, we still came in under their estimate, though not by much. (We were also having an estate liquidator sale after the van pulled out; hence some of the confusion). Since we didn't have a home to move into when the truck arrived, everything went into a climate controlled storage unit near us. I'm glad we didn't bring a lot of the furniture or accumulated bits of "stuff" and are starting over. But that's a good thing since downsizing by 1500 sq ft. We brought the unreplaceable family items and about half of our kitchen.
Also paid full insurance, and while we didn't need it...a new neighbor told us about their moving truck wrecking on 95...and they were about 3 miles behind the truck in a long line when they got the call, then saw their belongings scattered and destroyed along the highway. Totaled everything! Better safe...than super sorry! Best wishes with your move. And...see you at Everglades to
PS...Looked at PODS as well, but with a slight increase in cost to have someone else pack us up, it was WELL worth it!
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