In this tough economy, we know that every penny counts when it comes to your purchases whether it be groceries, new clothes, or your move in the local Chicago area. Many people are under the impression that moving themselves is more cost effective than hiring a mover. Often, this is a misconception. For example, renting a truck will cost you a base rate plus a charge per mile. You have to also fuel the truck up on your own dime. If the truck is not packed properly, like a professional mover can do, several trips will be involved, increasing the cost you pay for the truck and what you spend on fuel. If the truck is not packed properly, it can also mean boxes and goods being strewn about the truck and will cause subsequent damage. There is also the hassle of driving the truck, and when an untrained driver is driving a rented 24 foot truck, there can be some nerves and maybe even some accidents.
With All My Sons of Chicago, you have professional movers coming to your home and carefully pad wrapping your furniture at no charge. They will carefully pack the truck to prevent damages to your things. We provide free packing advice and over the phone assistance. We even provide free estimates! Most of all, we save you time and stress. When you use All My Sons, you don't have to beg your friends for a Saturday afternoon to help you move nor do you have to lug boxes down flights of stairs. We do all the heavy lifting and inconveniences of moving for you! Our guys are quick, efficient, and professional. We get to your home, pack your goods into the truck, and even place the furniture in the rooms that you request at your destination! We can even help you put your bed back together.
Most local moves with All My Sons of Chicago only take a few hours at most. You will receive a written estimate from your move coordinator, explaining all the costs and what to expect during your move. We will put your mind at ease and save you money through efficient work that will deliver your goods in the condition upon which it left your residence. You can ask your friends for their manual labor to help you move, or you can ask your friends over for pizza at your new home while All My Sons moves you in!
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Some frequently used terms in the moving industry
When you are moving, there are a lot of terms that may be unfamiliar to you, especially if you are a first time mover. What are some of these frequently used terms?
- A bill of lading is the contract that we use for the move of your goods. It will state the amount of men we have sent as well as the rate we charge for those men per hour. The number of trucks we have sent is also listed in addition to the travel charge. It will include the address your goods originated at as well as the address at which your goods will arrive. The date of service will also be on the bill of lading. In essence, it is a fancy, detailed receipt.
-An addendum is a new estimate of charges prepared based upon any changes that are made to the move prior to loading. For example, should you request an extra man to help out at your move, if you want to add packing services, or if you add storage, we will create an addendum.
-An intrastate move is one that occurs within the state.
-An interstate move is a move that goes out of state (also called a short haul or long distance move, based on how far the move is).
-A binding estimate is an estimate given as an agreement for specific services decided upon by both the mover and the consumer prior to the shipment being loaded. This is for interstate service only.
-You can receive a written estimate. There are two ways you will receive one of these: the first way to get one is to have an estimator come to your home. This is a good option if you are a first time mover or if you have a large home. The second way, and less scientific, is a phone estimate. The moving coordinator will do an over-the-phone survey and base the estimate upon your description of what is to be moved. It will be mailed to you or emailed. This is only recommended for very small moves or last minute moves.
-You will receive a consumer brochure when you move. For an intrastate move, it is called a "Household Moves in Illinois A Consumers Guide." For an interstate move, you will receive the "Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move" brochure.
-A travel fee is the equivalent price of one hour of labor for a local move. It covers all pre and post-move drive time. There is no charge for fuel or mileage added.
-Materials are the boxes and pads that we use to get your materials onto the truck and safely transported to your destination. Pads come in two types: paper and quilt. We use quilt pads on every move unless you request paper pads. Boxes are based upon consumption when you request packing. There is a per unit charge when a box is packed.
- A bill of lading is the contract that we use for the move of your goods. It will state the amount of men we have sent as well as the rate we charge for those men per hour. The number of trucks we have sent is also listed in addition to the travel charge. It will include the address your goods originated at as well as the address at which your goods will arrive. The date of service will also be on the bill of lading. In essence, it is a fancy, detailed receipt.
-An addendum is a new estimate of charges prepared based upon any changes that are made to the move prior to loading. For example, should you request an extra man to help out at your move, if you want to add packing services, or if you add storage, we will create an addendum.
-An intrastate move is one that occurs within the state.
-An interstate move is a move that goes out of state (also called a short haul or long distance move, based on how far the move is).
-A binding estimate is an estimate given as an agreement for specific services decided upon by both the mover and the consumer prior to the shipment being loaded. This is for interstate service only.
-You can receive a written estimate. There are two ways you will receive one of these: the first way to get one is to have an estimator come to your home. This is a good option if you are a first time mover or if you have a large home. The second way, and less scientific, is a phone estimate. The moving coordinator will do an over-the-phone survey and base the estimate upon your description of what is to be moved. It will be mailed to you or emailed. This is only recommended for very small moves or last minute moves.
-You will receive a consumer brochure when you move. For an intrastate move, it is called a "Household Moves in Illinois A Consumers Guide." For an interstate move, you will receive the "Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move" brochure.
-A travel fee is the equivalent price of one hour of labor for a local move. It covers all pre and post-move drive time. There is no charge for fuel or mileage added.
-Materials are the boxes and pads that we use to get your materials onto the truck and safely transported to your destination. Pads come in two types: paper and quilt. We use quilt pads on every move unless you request paper pads. Boxes are based upon consumption when you request packing. There is a per unit charge when a box is packed.
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