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With that said, it doesn\u2019t have to cost you an arm and a leg to move in NYC. In fact, with the right strategies, you can reduce the costs and even save yourself some money to invest in furniture and decor for your new apartment. Below are some useful money-saving tips before, during, and after your move!Book in AdvanceWhether you\u2019re hiring professional NYC movers or renting a truck, the sooner you can secure the service, the better. Prices tend to increase the closer you get to your move date, so plan ahead. Ideally, you\u2019ll be able to book your movers or truck at least a month in advance. You might want to consider even earlier if you\u2019re moving during the peak season of May-September.\u00a0 NYC Moving Cost Factors by TimingFactorDescriptionImpact on PriceNotes for NYC MovesPeak Season (May\u2013September)High-demand months for movingHigher ratesConsider moving off-season to saveMonth Start\/EndBeginning or end of the monthHigher ratesAvoid if possible for cost savingsWeekendsSaturdays and SundaysHigher ratesWeekdays are cheaper and easier to bookAdvance BookingHow early do you book movers\/truckLower ratesAt least 4 weeks ahead is recommendedLease FlexibilityAbility to choose the move dateVariableIf flexible, negotiate rates and timing Speaking of peak moving season, if you can manage a move outside of that time period, you may be able to negotiate rates with a moving company, so don\u2019t be afraid to ask. As well, try to avoid moving the first and last week of the month and on the weekends. Of course, you may not have the flexibility when it comes to your move-out date since it\u2019s based on your lease, but if you do, try to avoid options where a lot of people are moving.Declutter Your StuffMost local NYC moves charge hourly rates, so while you don\u2019t have to worry about the total weight of your move, the more stuff you have, the longer it will take the NYC movers to load and unload your things. As such, decluttering is a great way to get rid of items that you no longer use\/need and reduce the amount of boxes you will need to pack. Better yet, if your items are in good condition, you can consider selling them. Make sure to price them relatively low so you can move them quickly. You won\u2019t recoup the original cost, but whatever money you make during the sale can be put towards your move. If you\u2019re lucky, you might be able to make a couple of hundred dollars.Compare NYC Moving Company QuotesShould you decide to go the moving company route, always reach out to multiple companies before locking one down. In general, the quotes shouldn\u2019t differ too much in terms of pricing, but what might be different is what\u2019s included in a basic move. For example, NYC Great Movers provides free wardrobe box rentals, basic disassembly for furniture, and dismounting of TVs and air conditioner units. These included services can end up saving you a whole lot of time and money, so make sure to ask what\u2019s included before making your decision. Also, don\u2019t forget to ask if the company has any deals going on, especially if you\u2019re moving during off-peak season. Many may knock off $10-20 from the bill.Pack YourselfYes, we know that packing is the most tedious task when it comes to moving, and it might be tempting to hire someone to handle it, but that is going to cost a lot of money. If you\u2019re on a tight budget, then you\u2019ll have to do it all yourself. Of course, that does mean you\u2019ll have to gather all the necessary packing materials, but that doesn\u2019t have to cost much money. In fact, you can probably find some free ones online or ask friends and family to save their boxes from their online orders and drop them off. You can also ask around your local liquor or grocery store to see if they\u2019d be willing to part with some of their boxes.Packing Supplies Cost: Retail vs. Free SourcesItemAverage Retail Price (NYC)Free\/Low-Cost SourcePotential SavingsSmall Box$2 \u2013 $3Grocery\/liquor store$2 \u2013 $3 per boxMedium Box$3 \u2013 $4Craigslist\/FB groups$3 \u2013 $4 per boxWardrobe Box$15 \u2013 $25Free with movers$15 \u2013 $25 eachPacking Tape (roll)$4 \u2013 $6Dollar stores$2 \u2013 $4 per rollBubble Wrap (roll)$15 \u2013 $20Reuse shipping wrap$10 \u2013 $15 eachMoving Blankets$10 \u2013 $15 (per blanket)Included by movers$10 \u2013 $15 each Once you have enough materials, it\u2019s time to start packing. If it feels overwhelming, don\u2019t be afraid to ask for help! Make a party out of it by putting on some tunes, inviting some friends, and having some light bites and maybe even some wine. When packing, make sure to keep your boxes organized by room and item type. Pack all fragile items together and make sure to wrap them all properly. Put books in smaller boxes to avoid making it too heavy and thus compromising the structural integrity of the box.Be On Site During the MoveUnless you absolutely cannot be there on moving day, you should make an effort to be present. That way, you can ensure they follow your instructions, and you can do a final walkthrough of your apartment to make sure you didn\u2019t miss packing anything. More importantly, since you know exactly what services you ordered and have the quote from the company, the moving crew won\u2019t be able to charge you more money. While it might seem like a formality, being on-site could potentially save you a lot of stress in the long run.Make Moving Day SnacksWhile it\u2019s good practice to use up all the perishables in your fridge before the move, it\u2019s not always possible. Instead of throwing out all that food, get creative and make some moving day snacks to keep you sated. Pack up some easy meals like salads or sandwiches if you have the ingredients, so that you\u2019ll have something to eat when you\u2019ve moved into your new apartment. Not only will you reduce your own waste, but you\u2019ll also save yourself the cost of a pizza dinner, which, in NYC, can end up costing you a pretty penny.Transfer Your UtilitiesGetting your utilities transferred over is not a last-minute thing. If you already know where you\u2019re moving, your best bet is to call the appropriate company and let them know in advance. While there are a few different internet providers, NYC only has one electrical and gas provider – Con Edison. You don\u2019t even need to call them up when you move anymore! You can transfer your utilities through their online portal. If you do run into issues, you should absolutely talk to a representative to make sure service has been changed. The sooner you get this done, the fewer chances there are of overlapping bill payments.Hire NYC Great MoversMoving doesn\u2019t have to cost a lot of money. There are plenty of ways you can reduce your costs without even going the DIY route. Following the tips above can help you reduce your overhead. NYC Great Movers also provides some of the best service at excellent rates, and if you need help with the costs, we\u2019re always happy to work with you.FAQ                    \t\t\t\tI\u2019d like to have help with packing. How can I save money while still getting this service?                \t\t\t\t\t                    \t\t\t\t\t\tWe offer partial moving service, which means we can help with specific areas or rooms while you pack the rest.                                                        \t\t                    \t\t\t\tHow much does it cost to hire NYC movers?                \t\t\t\t\t                    \t\t\t\t\t\tThe less you have to move, the cheaper. 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