{"id":54981,"date":"2023-02-14T08:05:26","date_gmt":"2023-02-14T15:05:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movinginsiderblog.uhaul.net\/?p=54981"},"modified":"2023-09-07T08:26:07","modified_gmt":"2023-09-07T15:26:07","slug":"top-4-ways-to-get-the-most-value-for-your-money-moving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/2023\/02\/14\/top-4-ways-to-get-the-most-value-for-your-money-moving\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 4 ways to Get the Most Value for Your Money: Moving"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Let\u2019s face it: moving can be expensive. Whether buying furniture for your new home or realizing you need a bigger truck to carry all your belongings, it can take a toll on your wallet. Luckily, we know something about moving and figured out how to get the most value for your buck and save your wallet. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/7_17_24_7_Truck_Share_Family-14-1024x705.jpg\" alt=\"A family looking at a laptop and they are in the process of moving. The dad, mom and daughter are all smiling with their belongings surrounding them. They are looking into Truck Share 24\/7 a self-service moving experience provided by U-Haul.\" class=\"wp-image-54837\" style=\"width:823px;height:567px\" width=\"823\" height=\"567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/7_17_24_7_Truck_Share_Family-14-1024x705.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/7_17_24_7_Truck_Share_Family-14-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/7_17_24_7_Truck_Share_Family-14-768x529.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/7_17_24_7_Truck_Share_Family-14-640x441.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/7_17_24_7_Truck_Share_Family-14-1200x826.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/7_17_24_7_Truck_Share_Family-14.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 823px) 100vw, 823px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Consider Moving on a Slow Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The most popular time to move is Friday and Saturday, but when you rent a truck from Sunday to Thursday, there are cheaper in-town rates because the need for a moving truck is not in as high of demand. (This also means there is a wider range of vehicles available.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Share\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=truckshare&amp;utm_content=20230906-top4waysto\">Truck Share 24\/7<\/a>, even if your location is closed on one of the slower days, you still can pick up and drop off a moving truck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Pick Up a Moving Truck with U-Haul Truck Share 24\/7\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sH47vjxpeNc?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Loading a U-Haul Correctly For Your Move<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest mistake someone can make is not filling up their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Tips\/Loading\/How-To-Pack-A-Moving-Truck-OR-Portable-Storage-Container-25\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=trucks&amp;utm_content=20230906-top4waysto\">U-Haul<\/a> truck correctly and not utilizing all the truck&#8217;s corners. When you aren&#8217;t packing the truck properly, you might think you need a bigger truck and spend more money renting a bigger vehicle when you don&#8217;t need one. Below are some helpful tips for packing a truck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Secure fragile items in Mom&#8217;s Attic with straps and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Ropes-Tie-Downs\/Ropes--Tie-Downs\/Premium-Bungee-Assortment-6-Pack-10-mm-Diameter-Cords\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movingsupplies&amp;utm_content=20230906-top4waysto\">bungee cords<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Load big and heavy items against the front wall.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Distribute weight evenly from side to side.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fill the Mother&#8217;s Attic with smaller boxes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"4 Moving Truck Loading Tips\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nIX-jN0u-S8?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plan Your Move in Advance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to save some money is by planning ahead. When you reserve equipment in advance, the rate ends up being lower. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need help on the move, ask your friends for help in advance so they can also make plans. Friends usually will help move if you provide them with a tasty dinner to look forward to, like pizza or tacos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HST-4170CA601_2-2_15_Moving_Lifestyle-708-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A family packing and moving their things. A mother, daughter and son are seen putting a blanket and furniture piece into medium and extra-large moving boxes.\" class=\"wp-image-54381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HST-4170CA601_2-2_15_Moving_Lifestyle-708-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HST-4170CA601_2-2_15_Moving_Lifestyle-708-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HST-4170CA601_2-2_15_Moving_Lifestyle-708-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HST-4170CA601_2-2_15_Moving_Lifestyle-708-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HST-4170CA601_2-2_15_Moving_Lifestyle-708-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HST-4170CA601_2-2_15_Moving_Lifestyle-708-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HST-4170CA601_2-2_15_Moving_Lifestyle-708-1920x1440.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HST-4170CA601_2-2_15_Moving_Lifestyle-708.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Save Money on Moving Supplies <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/129478558016897410\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=corporate&amp;utm_content=20230206-letsfaceitmoving\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/box-pin-678x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-54988\" style=\"width:295px;height:446px\" width=\"295\" height=\"446\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/box-pin-678x1024.png 678w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/box-pin-199x300.png 199w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/box-pin-640x967.png 640w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/box-pin.png 733w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 295px) 100vw, 295px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Moving Supply Calculator<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving supplies can get pricey Based on how much you are planning on bringing with you to your new home. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Locations\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=truckshare&amp;utm_content=20230206-letsfaceitmoving\">U-Haul Centers<\/a> have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Articles\/Sustainability\/Reuse-Programs-368\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movingsupplies&amp;utm_content=20230206-letsfaceitmoving\">Take a Box, Leave a Box<\/a> program. Anyone is allowed to take advantage of these free, lightly used boxes! For more information, click on the link <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Blog\/2014\/09\/02\/reduce-reuse-recycle-take-a-box-leave-a-box\/\">here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To know exactly how much supplies will cost you, you can go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Moving-Supplies-Calculator\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=corporate&amp;utm_content=20230206-letsfaceitmoving\">Moving Supply Calculator<\/a> and order supplies straight from the website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like everything, we need to remember quality vs. quantity is important. Here our some of our most popular moving supplies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Boxes\/Standard-Sized-Moving-Boxes\/Medium-Moving-Box\/?id=2793&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movingsupplies&amp;utm_content=20230127-letsfaceitmoving\">Medium Moving Box<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Packing-Supplies\/Dish-Saver-Kit\/?id=2577&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=trucks&amp;utm_content=20230127-letsfaceitmoving\">Dish Saver Kit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Packing-Supplies\/Movers-Stretch-Plastic-Wrap\/?mid=102&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=trucks&amp;utm_content=20230127-letsfaceitmoving\">Mover&#8217;s Stretch Plastic Wrap<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Packing-Supplies\/Furniture-Pad\/?id=2670&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=trucks&amp;utm_content=20230127-letsfaceitmoving\">Packing Paper Bulk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Packing-Supplies\/Furniture-Pad\/?id=2670&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=trucks&amp;utm_content=20230127-letsfaceitmoving\">Furniture Pad<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Packing-Supplies\/Quilted-Pads\/?id=3053&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=trucks&amp;utm_content=20230127-letsfaceitmoving\">Quilted Pad<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Packing-Supplies\/Packing-Paper-Bulk-(25-lb-pack)\/?id=8606&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=truckshare&amp;utm_content=20230127-letsfaceitmoving\">Packing Paper<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When moving day comes your way, use these tips to get the most out of your buck. 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