What is a Local Move?

A local move is a move from city to city within a state or in a 100-mile radius from your present location. In order to determine the distance of your move you can provide us with your origin and destination zip codes and your Personal Relocation Coordinator will calculate the distance using our state of the art computerized system.

You may also use Map Quest Web Site:
http://www.mapquest.com/directions/main.adp?bCTsettings=1
 

Enter both addresses (origin and destination) and hit the "Get Directions" button to see the mileage between the two addresses.


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What are the costs for a Local Move?

Local Moves are usually charged by the hour based on the number of professional movers and trucks. In addition, there may be more factors which can effect your cost such as: Packing, Storage, Pickup/delivery from and to multiple locations and more.

The move starts at the time our team begins the move at the origin and ends with the completion of the unloading, delivering and reassembling all of your shipment at the destination.

We also add a flat fee of one hour travel time (this is the time which takes our team to commute from our nearest location to your origin and back from your destination to our nearest location.

Global Moving Systems, Inc. offers a Free Onsite Estimate at your location in order to provide you with a Flat Rate for your upcoming move.

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How do I know how many professional movers and trucks do I need?

The best way to figure out the number of movers and trucks for your move is to consult with your Personal Relocation Coordinator at Global Moving Systems, Inc..

Usually, we recommend an optimum number of movers and trucks in order to make sure your move will be completed as quick as possible (to minimize your cost) and to maintain efficiency, safety and extra protection of your household possessions.

Examples:

For a Local Move of an average Large Studio / One bedroom Apartment you will probably need 2 professional movers and 1 truck.

For a Local Move of an average Two - Three bedroom Apartment / House you will probably need 3 professional movers and 1 truck.

For a Local Move of an average Four bedroom Apartment / House you will probably need 4 professional movers and 1 truck.

For a Local Move of an average Five bedroom Apartment / House you will probably need 5-6 professional movers and 1-2 trucks.

The number of professional movers and trucks can also be effected by:

Special care items (such as: Piano, Big screen TV, Hot Tub, Heavy Art works, Ext') Distance between the location and the loading trucks (accessibility, elevator) Multiply location for pickup and/or delivery,

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How can I estimate the number of hours it will take to complete the move?

We recommend to be realistic and conservative when it comes to estimate your move time. There and many factors to consider in your estimate:

Size of your shipment - Usually based on the size of your apartment / house / office

Packing - Will you use our Professional Packing Service or will your shipment be packed and protected by you prior to the move date? (also see Packing section).

Do we need to disassemble items (before loading to the truck). These items will be also reassembled by our professional movers at the destination.

Are there Special Care Items such as: Piano, Big screen TV, Hot Tub, Heavy Art works, Exercise machines which needs special handling and extra protection?

High-rise apartment/office building or a high floor? - Availability of an elevator and accessibility for the loading truck to approach both origin and destination.

Distance between your Origin and Destination and Traffic conditions.

Please consult with your Personal Relocation Coordinator at Global Moving Systems, Inc. in order to come up with an appropriate time estimate for your move. Make sure to provide us with all the information mentioned above for an accurate estimate. Do not be tempted by low estimates which are far from realistic!!!

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What is included in the hourly rate?

The hourly rate includes the following:

Professional Movers / Packers. An 18' or 24' Truck. For special moves Global Moving Systems, Inc. will provide a 26'' truck or  an 18 Wheeler.

Disassembling your furniture at your origin.

Wrapping and protecting your furniture at your origin.

Transport the goods to the destination. Unloading the goods to your destination.

Delivery of your items to your destination. Reassembling your furniture at the destination.

Valuation: 60 Cents per pound per article up to a maximum of $50 per article.

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What about small items which are usually packed into boxes?

Packing of small items such as: clothing, shoes, books, dishes and china will not be included in our hourly rate. Should you choose to use our Professional Packing Services we will charge additional charges for the packing time and packing materials used for your move. Should you decide to pack by your self, make sure to pack all your small items prior to the move date in order not to delay the moving team and to minimize your cost.

We can also provide you with packing materials. To assist our valued customers we can sometimes provide Free Delivery of packing materials to your origin, in advance of your move date.

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How can I minimize my moving cost and save more money?

At Global Moving Systems, Inc. we make every effort to help our customers to save money on their move. Without compromising our high standard service we provide many ways to minimize your cost. Please discuss with your Personal Relocation Coordinator about the following suggestions:

Make proper preparations to prevent delays on the move date such as: Booking of the freight elevator in advance. Packing of all small items into boxes prior to the move date. Manual / Instructions for complicated items to be disassembled and reassembled.

Review our Saving Center for available discount and coupons.

Ask your Personal Relocation Coordinator for Special Promotions we offer for different move dates and time.

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What is an Onsite Estimate and a "Flat Rate"?

In many cases we offer a Free Onsite Estimate by a Professional Estimator at your origin. Our Estimator will survey your shipment and evaluate it's size (capacity). Based on the survey and the previous information we have on your move (addresses, dates) our estimator will provide you with a "Flat Rate - Not to Exceed" for your move.

The Flat Rate will include all your moving and packing costs and any additional cost involved in your move. The Flat Rate is the maximum cap we will charge you. We will charged you LESS than the Flat Rate should the capacity of your shipment will be less then the capacity on the date of the Onsite Estimate.

Please discuss with your Personal Relocation Coordinator about our Free Onsite Estimate and Flat Rate.

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What is Valuation: 60 Cents per pound per article up to a maximum of $50 per article?

In the event of damage or loss to any of your items during the move, unless a specific valuation is declared by the customer, Global Moving Systems, Inc.'s responsibility is limited to the sum of 60 Cents per pound per complete article or $50 per article whichever amount shall be the lesser.

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How do I file a claim in the event of damage or loss?

Global Moving Systems, Inc. makes every effort to provide you with a professional, safe and efficient moving & packing services. Our well trained, professional and experienced movers will protect your shipment in every possible way.

We also maintain quality control process for each move by highly appreciated supervisors to ensure the quality of our services.

How ever we will also support you In the unfortunate event of damage or loss of any of your belongings as mentioned above.

In order to file a claim, please contact your Personal Relocation Coordinator as soon as possible. Your Coordinator will provide you with a Claim Form. Use the form to list your damaged or lost items and describe the nature of the damage. Provide pictures and any other supporting documents to your claim.

Our claim department will process your claim based on our responsibility within 30 business days. Our claim department will ask you to sign a release form. Upon receipt of your signed release form we will mail your check within 7 business days.

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Insurance

NOTICE: UNDER MARYLAND LAW (SECTION 17-1204) EVERY MOVING AND STORAGE FIRM IS REQUIRED TO ADVISE YOU THAT THE PURCHASER SHOULD OBTAIN INSURANCE TO PROTECT FROM LOSS OF GOODS. THE COMPANY DOES NOT INSURE GOODS FOR THE ACCOUNT OF THE OWNER.

Should you interested in additional insurance for your shipment, please contact your Personal Relocation Coordinator who may refer you to Insurance company specializes in Moving Insurance.

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How do I schedule my move?

In order to schedule your move please contact your Personal Relocation Coordinator with the following information:

Your estimate reference (Order for Service No') Preferred move date (You can change the move date at any point prior to the move) Origin & Destination full address Complete contact information

Based on your Estimate (for hourly rate moves) or Flat Rate Quote you will be asked to pay a deposit to reserve your move date:

For hourly rate Local Moves - Amount equal to the first hourly rate. For Flat Rate Local Moves - 10% of the total flat rate.

You may pay your deposit by cash, credit card, money order, certified check or personal check.

The deposit amount you have paid will be deducted from the total balance due at the completion of your move. You will receive a "Deposit Confirmation Number" to confirm your deposit. Please keep it for your records.

The deposit is refundable, should you decide to cancel the move up to 7 days prior to the move date.

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How and when can I pay my balance on my move?

On the moving date, before unloading your shipment at your destination, you will be asked by the supervisor/driver to pay the balance due on your move. This balance will include your Moving cost, Packing cost and any additional charges as listed on your estimate / contract minus the deposit you have paid when you have scheduled your move.

You may pay the balance due with any of the following: Cash Money Order Certified Check Credit Card

Note: On the moving date, we can not accept personal checks.

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