Ryan Carrigan

Shuttle fees happen when movers can’t fit their trucks near your residence, but there’s a bit more to it than that…

Avoiding additional moving costs is almost entirely a matter of proper timing and preparation.

Honestly, it doesn’t really matter, but understanding how each measurement system works can keep you from getting overcharged.

Cargo trailers, moving containers, palate shippers, freight trailers, moving companies, and rental trucks are all great options but your specific circumstances will determine which option is the cheapest.

It’ll cost more, your move won’t be the priority, and you’ll probably get low-balled. Here’s why.

Bottom line: The savings from sharing truck space are mostly built into the price of professional movers already. But you aren’t completely out of luck.

Between the internet and a variety of local shops, there are plenty of places to hook you up with that precious cardboard commodity on the cheap.

The short answer is yes…but moving is such a complicated process that things are never quite that simple.

Low accountability makes hiring moving brokers a bit of a risk, but certain moves might require a middleman