How to Rent a Moving Van
Whether you’re moving to a new city or a new state, renting a moving van can make the process a lot easier. Instead of making multiple trips, you can get everything moved in one fast trip. It’s cheaper than hiring movers and less expensive than taking your own car back and forth, especially with the high price of gas. There are a few things you need to do to rent a moving van.
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Take a look around your home and figure out how big of a moving van you need. It may even be helpful to pack up as much boxes as you can ahead of time. Since you’re charged based on how long you keep the van, you can save a little money by packing ahead. It also helps you determine how big a van you need to rent. If you have a large number of boxes, you'll need to rent a bigger van.
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Compare prices from some of the leading companies like Budget, Penske, Ryder and U-Haul. In most cases you can look online and get a price quote or see the exact price for a rental in your area. You’ll usually be asked how long you need the truck, the distance between the areas and a few other questions to get a quote. You don't need to make a reservation to request a quote, but it will show you how much it costs and which company gives you the best rate.
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Figure out the mileage from your old home to your new home and factor that into the rental cost. When you’re renting a moving van, you’ll want to know the entire price to make the best choice. Usually you get a certain amount of miles free everyday and then you’re charged for any miles you go over that limit. This is absolutely necessary for renting a moving van since some companies charge quite a bit if you need to travel a far distance.
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Look at all the different factors, weigh them carefully and make a decision. It’s best to look at everything before you make your choice and pick the company that best fits your need. You should look at what’s included with the rental cost and anything that you may need to pay for yourself. This helps make sure you rent the best moving van at the best price.
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Reserve your moving truck either online or by calling the toll free number listed on the company’s website. Most companies now allow you to reserve your moving van online by using a credit card to put down a deposit. If you’d prefer to talk to an actual person, you can look for a toll free number and reserve that way. Once you've done this, you'll have your moving van ready the day you need it.
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Tips & Warnings
Don’t go for the company with the lowest quote. They may have some hidden fees that you don’t find until you’ve put down your deposit or turned the track back in.
Never reserve a moving truck without reading the fine print. You might think you’re getting a great deal only to learn that they charge you a huge fee for every mile you put on the truck or a fee for taking it out of state.
