Archive for February, 2008

The big daddy of moving truck rentals

Sunday, February 10th, 2008

Who in the United States has not driven down the street and seen a U-Haul truck? In the summer they are everywhere. When it comes to moving truck rentals this company is the one most people think of first. I have used them for in city moves several times, but how about an out of state move?

Why use U-haul instead of the competition?

The biggest thing to consider is that U-haul is everywhere in the US and Canada, in fact there are over 15,000 locations. The company claims to have lower truck beds to make loading easier and I can attest to that as we have used a few other companies as well. According to the website “U-Haul has the newest and safest fleet in the industry.” 

This company also offers storage facilities and packing supplies. And if you don’t already know, the range of sizes of trucks you could rent is amazing. You could get a pickup truck or a 26 foot Super Mover and many sizes in between.

What I found extra interesting is that you can get one month free storage with a One-way truck or trailer rental, with paid reservations either before or after your move.

So, what’s the quote?

I will use the same destination and origin as the other quotes so that the numbers can be compared more accurately. Although these prices are also dependent on other factors, and as I have stated before they are not guaranteed. Your quote will be different. I am just giving numbers to help you get an Idea of what you are looking at.

My date of move will be one month from today, February 27th, 2008. From Mesa, AZ to Port Angeles, WA.

The basic estimate is very easy to get right there on the website. For a 17 foot truck that should hold 2 to 3 bedrooms or an 849 cubic foot capacity would cost $1,294.00 for 6 days of use with 1638 miles included. Amazingly for this distance the miles included might just be enough, but if it isn’t then expect an additional cost per mile. I also know from the past that you will be offered insurance and other extras that will make the cost go up.

And don’t forget that gas is not included. This truck should get 10 miles to the gallon. Just for the fun of it, let’s do the math on that also. So let’s assume that you can get an average of $3.01 a gallon of gas throe out your trip. With the fluctuation of gas prices this might be high or low, it’s hard to tell. For 1640 miles gas would cost around $493.64.

What is the conclusion to all this?

You can reserve your truck right there on the website easily, with options of adding extra moving supplies, equipment, and even movers to help you either pack or unpack. You would need to drive the truck yourself and with gas my estimate would be around $1787.64.

You are the only one to decide if a moving truck rental is right for you.

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What Are the Uses of a POD Storage Container?

Monday, February 4th, 2008

Many people still have not heard of the Pods storage containers. Pods are portable on demand storage containers. They are a moving and storage system where they drop it off, pick it up and then transport it wherever you need it to go.

You could call it a moving van and storage unit all in one. They provide a great alternative to the renting of a moving van. Pods storage containers are very durable and reliable. They have uses besides moving, including situations where they have served as emergency shelters and workstations during major storms or any other time of emergency.

Pods storage containers are excellent for short-term or long-term needs. Businesses use them for holding excess inventory. Companies find that these units are quite safe, convenient and affordable. Consumers find them quite affordable as well.

Many pods storage container companies have large warehouses to store your unit for a fee. These warehouses are secure and dry for your protection. Access is arranged through the storage company.

If you are using your pods storage containers or container for moving, rest assured that the unit is not tipped at all during the loading process. The trucks have a hydraulic system that picks up the unit and keeps it level even as it is being lowered onto the truck. This feature really impresses consumers. Thus, none of your belongings are tipped or tossed around. There is practically no movement of the contents inside the unit.

Some of the benefits of renting a pods storage container over a moving van are that you are driving a rental truck around town. This is a big deal especially if you are not comfortable with driving a truck. You do not have to worry about backing it up into tight spaces or making sure it is full of gas when you take it back. The unit is at ground level, so you do not have to climb a ramp with your arms full. Therefore, it is easier to load and unload.

Some companies that rent pods storage units do not charge late fees for taking longer than you had originally thought. You are the only one that has a key to the unit so you are in complete control of your belongings. When you have finished loading, just give the rental company a call and schedule a pick-up. The company picks it up and delivers it anywhere you need it delivered, either in your city or in town or across the country.

If you are interested in renting a pods storage container then perform an online search to see if a company in your area that rents them. There are generally just two sizes of container, a twelve-foot unit and a sixteen-foot unit.

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