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Most movers offer two types of moving estimates, non-binding and binding. A non-binding agreement is not a bid or a contract but an approximate cost of the items that are to be shipped. It is based on the actual weight of your shipment. A binding agreement means that you are obligated to pay the price that was originally set in the estimate whether your shipment weighs more or less.

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A Moving Estimate is generally based on the amount of items, in weight, which you are shipping, the distance you are shipping them, and any extra services you may require such as packing, boxes, or storage. The time of year you are moving also plays a big role on the moving estimate, as movers are usually busier in the summer months. A moving estimate does not necessarily mean the exact price of what you will pay in the final bill, but an estimate.

Obtaining a Moving Estimate
The best type of moving estimate you can get is the not to exceed estimate. It is based upon an accurate and complete list of items that you expect to have moved. This type of estimate gives you a little bit of leeway if you decide to bring extra items with you on the day of your move. Although, you will be charged more for those items.

Moving estimates are very essential for long distance moves. Long distance moves are mainly based on weight and distance, time isn't much of an issue, with local moves, time is everything. Heavy traffic and bad weather prevent local movers from providing this type of estimate.

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