Are you looking for information about portable storage moving companies? Here goes the top 5 moving containers according to Movingfeedback.com
Top Portable Storage Moving Companies
Their researchers reviewed hundreds of moving container companies, and have come up with the top 5 companies that have stood the test of time. Tell us what you think about the pros & cons list provided by Moving Feedback website.
1 U-haul / U-Box
Pros
You have the option to drive the container yourself
Available nationwide in all the states of the US
Low prices
Variable insurance opportunity
Online container reservation
Cons
Have to book in advance
They are wood-constructed
No refund for unused containers
Tracking of shipment is not possible; though they are reputable in the business
Not as big as other companies; hence, need to hire multiple containers for a large home but at cheaper rates.
2. PODS (Portable on Demand Storage)
Pros
All types of moves are available.
Multiple options of container sizes
Moving containers are protected and weatherproof
Not expensive
Cons
Unable to track shipments
A phone call is required to finalize quotes
No loading and unloading assistance\
Transit times are longer
3. U-Pack
Pros
Fastest transit times
Efficient tracking system
Instant online quotes
Deposit is not required
Flexible pricing system
Suitable for long distance moves
Cons
Smaller containers – require multiple containers for a large family move
No loading assistance
Expensive for local moves
4. 1-800-PACK-RAT
Pros
Varieties of size options
Comes with free lock and $10,000 moving protection for long distance moves
Covers both short- and long-distance moves
Moving containers are protected and weatherproof
Cons
Limited availability compared to U-Pack or PODS
A phone call is required to finalize quotes
5. SmartBox
Pros
Low cost
No fuel surcharges
Suitable for a small move
Workforce to handle multiple deliveries
Cons
Only one size of container is available
They are wooden containers