Moving Away and Why U-Haul Truck Rates Can Be a Tad Too Much

Posted on July 2, 2010

Awhile ago I received a new job and have to move away to a new town to make it happen. Since then I’ve been looking at various moving truck options and have, of course, taken a look at the ever present U-Haul. In short, it’s little costly to rent a U-Haul truck for any sort of long distance move. Nearly 80 cents a mile is what it would cost me to move 500 miles from Boise, Idaho to San Francisco, California. That was the local quote by a nearby U-Haul owner.

My Problems with U-Haul in the Past

I’ve rented U-haul trucks in the past (hasn’t everybody?) with few varying issues. Of course, these were in town moves rather than long distance but problems were still present. The first time I tried to use a U-Haul they didn’t have a truck for me ready to go. My reservation apparently didn’t make a difference to them, but I was in a pinch at the time so I had to suck it up and wait for a moving truck to come back to the pick up area. The second time I rented a U-Haul they placed some blankets and equipment in the back, none of which I ordered (or at least never intended to order them). Didn’t use them and got charged for blankets and a dolly.

What to Do?

I do have a few options. A local outfit that works along the west coast offers about 60 cents per mile, but after looking at their equipment it seems a little risky. Haven’t heard much locally about U-Pack or Budget and not even sure if they’re an option in my area, although, online reviews seem to have them both rated well. So I guess I’m a little lost as to what moving company to choose. So far my options are renting a U-Haul truck or getting a local cheap mover to do everything. I guess this is where having this blog comes in handy. Does anyone have any suggestions for a quality moving company? Any first hand impressions would be appreciated.

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