Self service moving is a cheaper option for moving as compared to the
full service moving. There are many
forms of self service moving that are available these days.
Truck Rental:
Hiring truck
rental has become the most acceptable moving option for those who look
for budget moving. Trucks are hired from any truck rental company. Packing,
loading, driving the truck to the new destination and unpacking- all are
done by the clients themselves. Many truck rental companies also provide
such moving equipment as dollies, furniture pads and cargo belts to protect
the
household goods like furniture and
make things easier to move. As the major part of moving is done by the
clients, it only remains to pay for the hired truck and as such it costs
very little. However, self moving is always more stressful and tiring.
DIY Moving:While truck rental has become very popular self move
service, a newer option- the 'Do It Yourself' or DIY moving- is also gaining
popularity, primarily in the US, UK and Australia. The companies offering
DIY moving option make it very convenient for their clients by taking away
the work of driving to the new location. After a client books such a
service, a trailer is dropped off at his/her home. Generally two days' time
is given to load and secure their belongings in the trailer. When client is
finished with
packing, the trailer is picked up
and driven by professional drivers to the new home. There also they get a
day or two to unload the belongings. The client pays only for the space that
he/she uses. Thus, the cost is somewhat similar to truck rental services.
There is an added advantage of having direct control over the expenses by
packing and loading the belongings in the most efficient ways. These
companies usually offer free online rate quotes and interactive space
estimators at their Web sites to help the clients quickly determine the
moving costs.
Buying Space on Trailers or Shipping Containers: Apart from hiring
truck rental, there is yet another self move option – buying space on
one or more trailers or shipping containers. These large containers are
driven by professionals to the new location. The renters of the trailer or
truck often sell or lease accessories like furniture blankets, tie down
straps,
packing supplies, dollies and
ramps.
The self service moving is considerably less expensive than full service
moving. However, here the liability for damage is on the customer. The
carrier is generally only liable for damage resulting from traffic accidents
or other such damages. Damage due to improper loading and packing falls on
the customer.
