Moving Rental Trucks
Moving all of your belongings yourself during a move, without the help of a moving rental truck, may seem like the best way to save money. But truthfully, you may find yourself a bit surprised at how wrong you actually are. With the cost of fuel to transfer your belongings in your much smaller car, you are actually spending more transferring your belongings without the assistance of the moving rental truck, as it takes several smaller trips to equal the one large trip with the moving rental truck, not to mention the wear and tear on your car with all of those unnecessary trips can actually shorten the lifespan of your vehicle.
Reserving a moving rental truck is far easier than ever with online and telephone reservations being widely used by companies all over the world. Before you rent the truck, however, you should inspect it. While most companies pride themselves in fairly newer, well-maintained equipment, it is in your best interest to inspect the vehicle yourself to save yourself from fees that could result from currently existing problems.
You should always ask about the location of the closest drop-off branch from your new residence, as well as asking about pick-up service. Many moving rental truck companies do not offer this service, but you may find yourself lucky in getting a company that does, saving you valuable time. Also ask about any potential deals or specials they may be running.
No matter when you are moving, be sure to reserve your truck well in advance of your moving date, as waiting could lead to the potential problem of there being no trucks available to assist you in your move. When reserving, you should ask about rates, mileage limits and any extra fees associated with renting the moving rental truck. Having a good idea of what you are working with before your move can save you quite a bit of money compared to waiting until the very last moment.
Moving can be a headache, and it's an even bigger headache in a small vehicle, which is why there are so many moving rental truck companies available to assist you. The small cost of a moving rental truck is well worth it when you compare it to the higher gas bill of your smaller vehicle. The money you save is money that can be spent on new items for your new home!