METCALF MOVING BLOG
Moving Terminology and Movers Speak
If you haven’t noticed yet, the moving industry is filled with words and acronyms that movers use all the time and often forget that most people don’t understand. And whether you’re moving locally, long distance, or internationally, may have an impact on the vocabulary you’ll you hear. Here are some of the most common ones: […]
Continue ReadingBinding Versus Non-Binding Estimates
For interstate (long-distance) moves, there two basic types of estimates that can be provided to a customer: binding and non-binding. With a “binding estimate”, the customer knows in advance what the move will cost, excluding any required destination services, regardless of variances in the actual weight, as long as the inventory of the items actually […]
Continue ReadingMoving Tips for First-Time Home Buyers
Less is more This statement couldn’t be truer when it comes to moving. So, try to put off major furniture and appliance purchases until after you’ve moved into your new home, thus reducing the amount of heavy items you need to move. If you are moving to another state and plan to use a professional […]
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