Using a U-Pack-We-Drive service for books and unbreakables
I got the 1st of the 3 estimates I am seeking for my LA to Brooklyn move. It was so much more than I expected, it made my hair stand on end. About $5,000 more than I have,actually. An estimator from Flat Rate showed up, didn't have the inventory I had sent, went through very quickly and then said that he couldn't give the quote unless I was present - which, since I'm in NYC is a little tough (and I told the person whom I made the appointment with that I would not be there personally). So, I am staring at a huge amount. My question is this: I am moving a large quantity of books (we've got a really big library). The estimator from Atlas Van Lines' agent estimates that we have 173 boxes of books and 20 file boxes, in additional to 4 wardrobe boxes and 4 file cabinets. I list these because they are the heaviest things we're moving,all of these things are regular in size and they are pretty much unbreakable. Would it substantially reduce my cost if I were to send the boxes of books, papers and file cabinets by a freight mover, such as ABF's UPack? I'd use the van line for the things that need a van line: furniture, dishes, artwork, etc. Thanks for your help. This is a great site.
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