Moving an apartment of [surface] m² over a distance of [distance] km costs approximately [total] € TTC.
Please note that this is only an estimate for the "Dynamic" moving package.
This estimate of the cost of a move is based on averages observed for a typical dwelling (apartment with elevator, single-storey house), with no particular difficulty of access, and with standard furniture.
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Are you moving soon and want to estimate the cost beforehand? That’s a smart move: it will allow you to plan for the expenses and start saving money, or even look into financing options. The method you use will vary depending on whether you’re moving on your own or with a professional. When choosing between the two options, however, you’ll want to make sure you don’t overlook anything. So, how do you go about accurately estimating the cost of your move? What factors should you consider to create a precise and comprehensive moving budget? Here are our tips for accurately estimating the cost of your upcoming move.
Hiring a moving company is by far the easiest way to get an accurate estimate of the costs associated with your move. All you need to do is request a quote from the provider(s) of your choice. Specifically, we’re talking about the costs associated with loading, transporting, and delivering your furniture and boxes.
For a rough estimate of the rates charged by Les Gentlemen du Déménagement, you can use our simplified online estimator. This tool allows you to get an estimated cost by simply entering:
You'll then get an approximate cost, which will be refined during a prior visit if you leave us your contact details. In fact, an on-site appointment is essential to get an accurate quote for your move.
Unlike Gentlemen du Déménagement, some movers offer a quote based on an estimate made directly by the customer online. In this case, beware of unpleasant surprises: you may be billed for additional costs after the fact, due to a poor initial estimate.
To get a precise assessment of the costs to which the mover is committed, it's essential to be able to discuss the situation with the professional during a technical visit to the home.
If you’re moving on your own, calculating the associated costs is much more complicated. You’ll need to factor in vehicle rental and parking fees, the supplies needed to pack boxes, and labor costs.
It’s not always easy to get an accurate estimate of the cost of renting a moving truck. There are several providers in the market, including car and utility vehicle rental companies, big-box retailers, and moving companies. Not all of them charge the same rates or offer the same rental terms. In addition, you need to calculate the volume of items to be moved before requesting quotes, which isn’t always easy. In addition to the vehicle rental fee, you’ll need to factor in parking costs (in the city) and toll fees if you’ll be taking the highway.
When you’re handling the move yourself, you’ll also need to gather all the necessary supplies for packing, protecting, and securing your belongings: boxes, bubble wrap, blankets, protective materials, straps, etc. To keep costs down, you can collect empty moving boxes to pack your belongings. The downside is that they usually come in various sizes and can take up a lot of space in the truck’s cargo area. As for bubble wrap and protective materials, don’t skimp on the quantities so you can properly protect your belongings and avoid last-minute shortages.
This is often an overlooked—or at least underestimated—cost factor. This is likely because family members often pitch in without being paid. However, if you need to hire paid help, be sure to factor this into your calculations. In any case, make sure to budget at least for lunch for each person helping out.
In fact, moving involves many additional costs that people often overlook. These expenses should nevertheless be taken into account if you want to accurately estimate the total cost of the move.
When renting, it is sometimes necessary to use the services of a real estate agency to find a property that suits your needs. This is especially true if you are not in the area to conduct the search yourself. In this case, the agency fees should be included in your moving expenses.
When you move in, you'll need to pay several months' rent for the first month's occupancy and the security deposit. This deposit will only be recovered when you move out.
Work on a property is normally the responsibility of the owner. However, if you want your home to be just the way you like it, you may have to take care of the embellishment work yourself. If you're buying your future home, you'll need to factor this work into your budget.
When you move into a new home, it's sometimes difficult to fit in old furniture that's too big or not in the right style. What's more, you may want to take advantage of the move to change your furniture. To save money, don't hesitate to sell your furniture before you move.
Moving home often involves costs associated with opening energy meters, transferring mail and so on. These costs also need to be factored into your budget.
As you can see, estimating the cost of a move is more complicated than it might seem at first glance. Between the costs associated with renting or buying a home, the actual moving expenses (packing, loading, transportation, etc.), and other related costs, the list of expenses can be quite long. To give you a clearer picture of the costs involved in moving your personal belongings, we encourage you to request quotes from several moving professionals. This will give you a general idea of the costs to expect. You can then compare these quotes with offers for renting a truck, provided you factor in all associated costs such as parking and labor. Our teams are available to present our various moving packages and schedule an appointment for a site visit.
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