No rigid timelines here, thanks to PODS' easy, built-in storage. Keep your container for as long as you'd like in your driveway or at one of our secure indoor facilities. Unlike other moving companies, we can move you in a week, a month, or whenever you’re ready – you’re in control of the schedule. Change of plans? Rescheduling is easy.
We bring your portable container to you, and you only have to load and unload it one time — even if you need to temporarily store your things at a secure PODS Storage Center. Once your unit is loaded, we'll drive it where is needs to go, whether it's your next home or one of our facilities.
You can do it all on your own (go, you!) or get help with packing and loading. Whether you want your whole house packed up and loaded into your container or you just want help with some heavy lifting, we can help connect you with the hourly labor you need.
With PODS, you're not just getting a container. Our team — rated #1 in customer service for moving companies -- understands each move is unique and listens to your needs. This means you get personalized solutions and exceptional support at every step of your journey.
No rigid timelines here, thanks to PODS' easy, built-in storage. Keep your container for as long as you'd like in your driveway or at one of our secure indoor facilities. Unlike other moving companies, we can move you in a week, a month, or whenever you’re ready – you’re in control of the schedule. Change of plans? Rescheduling is easy.
We bring your portable container to you, and you only have to load and unload it one time — even if you need to temporarily store your things at a secure PODS Storage Center. Once your unit is loaded, we'll drive it where is needs to go, whether it's your next home or one of our facilities.
You can do it all on your own (go, you!) or get help with packing and loading. Whether you want your whole house packed up and loaded into your container or you just want help with some heavy lifting, we can help connect you with the hourly labor you need.
With PODS, you're not just getting a container. Our team — rated #1 in customer service for moving companies -- understands each move is unique and listens to your needs. This means you get personalized solutions and exceptional support at every step of your journey.
PODS First-Time Home Buyer Moving Solutions: Felix's Story
Who says you have to move everything in one day? If you’re remodeling before you move in or just want to take your time, built-in storage and flexible scheduling are just what you need. You can keep your container in your driveway and take your time loading and unloading — or let us store your stuff in one of our local secure indoor storage facilities until you’re ready.
In a perfect world, your closing date and move-in date would line up perfectly. But in reality, moving is rarely that simple. We can deliver a container with your essentials to a temporary home and store the rest of your stuff at a secure PODS facility nearby, or we can store everything for you while you get cozy with the in-laws for a bit. Once you’ve found a new place, let us know and we’ll deliver your stuff to your next home.
Make your place its ready-to-sell best with PODS. Clear your home of clutter and load it into your container in your driveway. We'll move it to one of our secure, indoor Storage Centers until your home sells. When it's time to move, your container will be pre-packed and ready, or we can bring it to you to load the rest of your stuff and then deliver everything to your new home.
Holding an estate sale or moving into a smaller home? PODS offers unlimited time and space, so you can keep a container in your driveway while you decide what to get rid of. Then, we can pick it up and bring it to a secure Storage Center, ship it to your family, or both. Whatever you need for your move, we're here to make it happen.
Lara R., Providence, RI
“Everything you said you would do, when you said you'd do it, at the price you quoted, was absolutely done as promised! After reading one nightmare after another from full service moving companies, I am so glad I went with PODS!”
M. M., Marina, CA
“I priced out traditional moving companies and they were all so expensive. I also needed a place to store things ... A traditional storage unit could have worked, but then I would have had to drive all of my things over there and my car just isn't big enough to get all of that done well. Having the [PODS container] right outside of the house was critical … so it was the perfect all-in-one for me.”
Ronda W.S., Brighton, CO
"We've used moving companies in the past and we weren't happy with the experience. We needed a service that would allow us to move our belongings long distance, but that is more cost-effective and gives us the option of storing our belongings without having to unload and move the boxes numerous times.”
What costs are associated with moving?
In addition to getting all your stuff moved from one place to another, there are other costs that may be involved in your local move. Taken individually they may not seem like much, but together they can add up to make local moving more expensive than you might expect:
If you’re renting, application fees, apartment deposits, pet deposits, and the last month’s rent may be required. Looking for ways to save on local moving expenses? Learn how to avoid hidden moving costs and how to cut costs while moving.
How do I budget for moving?
No two moves are alike and there are many variables that affect costs, even for local moving. Before you start calling local movers for estimates, consider these factors and how they may affect your moving budget:
How much does a local move cost?
There’s a wide variation in how much it costs for a local move, as it depends on the area, how far you’re moving, how much stuff you’re moving, storage needs, and how much you do yourself, among other factors. You’ll even find quite a wide range of pricing among local movers in your area. That’s why getting multiple estimates from local moving companies is the only way to get accurate costs for budgeting and comparisons. Be sure to look beyond the “specials” in Google listings to get estimates for your specific move and details on exactly what’s included. With all that in mind, here are some general guidelines on costs for local moving for your three main types of moving solutions – portable moving containers, full-service local movers, and rental trucks:
PODS Moving and Storage Container: $299 to $499* for local moves:
Full-Service Move: $1,250* for local moves:
Rental Truck: $155* for local moves:
*Averages based on estimates from PODS rates published September 2019, Moving.com, and HireAHelper.com.
How much does a moving container cost?
If you’re considering a moving and storage container for a local move, each moving company handles pricing differently and costs vary based on your area and unique needs. Local moving costs with PODS average from $299 to $499*, including one-month container rental/storage time, delivery to your existing home, pick-up, and delivery to your new home.
PODS local moving costs depend on factors including:
* Averages based on estimates from PODS rates published May 2019
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