Top 5 Moving Companies in Okotoks and the surrounding area

Hourly pricing is the most commonly used pricing model in Calgary. It’s simple, the company will provide you with an hourly rate and charge you based on the time it takes to complete your move. The more prepared you are, the less it will cost.

In your quote, movers will provide you with an estimated labor time, so they can precisely estimate the final cost. 

Services considered in the labor time: 

• Wrapping and protecting 
• Dismantling and reassembling 
• Packing/unpacking (additional service if requested)
• Loading and unloading the truck 
• Miscellaneous requests 
• Driving from the pickup to the drop-off location (and to/from their office) 

To cover travel time and fuel, movers may charge you for the time it takes them to drive to and from their office. Alternatively, they may charge a pre-established truck fee, which will be based on the distance to be driven and the size of the truck. 

Certain services are included in the final price such as: basic insurance (release value protection), moving blankets, moving equipment and sometimes wardrobe boxes.

All moving companies in Calgary have diverse fee-related policies. Generally, packing and unloading specialty items will be an added cost to your moving bill for their fragility (extra protection required), weight (more workers required), and extra space they may take up in the truck (additional truck required). 

The moving company may charge extra fees for heavy items like sports equipment and appliances. Extra stair fees (above 2nd floor) and overnight or storage fees (if the move was not completed in one day), may be charged. Also, fuel fees could apply, especially for longer distances. 

There are two types of moving insurance protections: release value protection and full value protection. 

Release value protection covers the damages happening in the moving truck and can cover $0.60 per pound of the damaged item. The cost is typically included in the price and there is no deductible.  

Whereas, full value protection applies to damage done in the moving truck and in your home. This can cover anywhere between $5 to $10 per pound of the damaged item. Expect to pay at least a few hundred dollars for full value protection, and know that there is a deductible and that it will vary. 

Yes, there are usually specific rules to follow in condos when moving. Before planning your move, it’s important that you contact the condo board to inquire about requirements such as:

• Elevator booking: Reservations are typically required and may incur a small fee. You may be asked to fill out a special request form and have insurance against damage, as well as asked to put padding on the elevator or have it provided by your mover.
• Move-in or move-out times: It’s important to check with the condo board for the hours allowed, as well as the allowed duration of the move, in order to minimize space and noise inconvenience to other residents.
• Parking: You may inquire about reservation for a loading and parking spot for the moving truck, and if there are any specific time limits or designated areas for this. Failing to comply with the parking regulations may result in fines or penalties.