Orange Country

Orange County Movers Prices

If you are a resident of Orange County, you already know that the living costs here are high. Those who live on the West Coast have enough expenses, so when it comes to moving, they can choose the seemingly ‘cheap option’ without checking on extra costs. The others try to save money by relocating their house or business on their own. In many cases, this may be not a good idea. Of course, you are the one to decide whether you are going to hire professional movers or not. But we recommend you to check what the market has to offer and compare different options.

What is the cost of professional moving services in Orange County?

The estimated cost to hire movers will help you make the right decisions during your residential or commercial move. Of course, the costs depend on the distance and the sizeof your move. Local companies typically offer hourly rates while long distance moves usually come with flat fees. Hourly rates in Orange County vary from $95 to $145, so the average cost will be $120/hr. The price of relocating a 1 bedroom home is going to cost you approximately $360-$700. For 2-3 bedrooms it will be $720 – $1,600 and $1500-$6000 for a 4-5 bedroom house. Transporting your belongings within the county will be cheaper than going to another state. If you are tired of living close to the coast, you can move from Dana Point to Irvine and it will be considered as a local move. If you are moving from Orange County to another state, you will need to hire long distance movers. On average this will cost $2,400 – $5,000 depending on the size of the move and the distance.

How can I make my move cheaper?

It is perfectly fine if you would like  your relocation to cost less. There are some things you could do to achieve that when getting ready for the move within Orange County.

• 1. Do not order extra services. Some Orange County companies can trick you into paying more by adding the services you do not need. For example, they can charge you for restocking your pantry. Professional movers are not allowed to pack and move perishable food items. And it is pretty common to leave such items at your old place. So, when you are done with your relocation, movers can offer to restock your new pantry for an extra payment.
• 2. Beware of hidden fees. Always read the contract before hiring professionals. If you have any questions about the price – ask the company’s manager how they do their calculations. Well-rated companies that value their clients’ trust will not add any hidden fees to the deal. For example, many companies in Los Angeles and Orange County offer you basic insurance automatically no matter how big your move is. You do not have to pay for it– it is free of charge.
• 3. Leave the stuff you do not need behind. The more objects you have – the longer your move will take to complete. If you were thinking about buying a new couch for a long time, relocation may be the reason to finally do that – only at your new place. Your old furniture may take an extra hour to load or disassemble and this will cost you extra.
• 4. Prepare your own supplies. Many Orange County companies offer free packing materials but those are not infinite and the movers have to charge extra for additional boxes or wrap. If you do not want to spend more money, buy supplies in advance for the price that you find cheap enough. This way you will not have to not pay more.
• 5. Pack smaller items into boxes yourself prior to the move If you know how to pack your belongings properly, consider doing it using your own packing supplies. Packing is a time-consuming process and you can spend quite a lot of money getting everything prepared for the move.
• 6. Ask for a discount. You can negotiate with moving companies. They usually have some discounts to lower the price for different categories of clients. You can also bring them quotes from competitors to see if they will outbid other companies.

Hidden costs when moving on your own

You may think that the best way to save money is to move by yourself, but it is not that cheap. There are many unexpected expenses you may not know about. If you want to transport your property safely, you would have to rent a vehicle, equipment and extra supplies. If you are late to return your truck, you would have to pay rental fees. You may have to pay road taxes or spend money on car servicing. Another possible expense is the rent of special equipment that you would need for a complicated move. Do not forget about possible property damage or potential health issues and injuries. These are very dangerous consequences of amateur moving. If you have already hired a company and then decided to move on your own, you may pay cancellations fees. That decision may cost you the money you could spend for your hassle-free relocation done by professionals. Sure, every moving company has its own cancellation policy. It is probably one of the most common hidden costs. Usually, you should not be charged a cancellation fee for more than one week notice. If you notify the company one week in advance, you may be charged $50 – $100 as part of their cancellation policy. When hiring movers you should always make sure you understand the terms in order to avoid the extra charges.

Who should I hire to move at a cheap cost?

The best way to get accurate pricing is to request a free quote from the movers in your area. You can always hire Muraway Moving company for an affordable Orange County move. Our professional team has enough experience to perform complicated moves in a very efficient way. We provide moving services at the most competitive cost you can find on the market without hidden fees. Our company offers special pricing that starts at only $109/hr (cash) and $119/hr (credit) for a 2-man crew and 1 fully equipped truck . You can also fo with a  «3 Men & Truck» option for $139/hr (cash) and $149/hr (credit) and a «4 Men & Truck» option for $169/hr (cash) and $179 (credit). Please note that it is hard to predict the price of the move because there are a lot of conditions that affect the total cost. Feel free to give us a call or request a quote on our website for more information!