Many people consider renting a moving truck or a van instead of hiring a moving company. 

Some people hire moving companies in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. This includes the Fraser Valley, Vancouver Island, and nearby areas.

But which of the above is better for a smooth and stress-free move?

Before you hire a moving company or rent a truck from places like Driving Force, Budget, or U-Haul, read this article.

• Rental moving trucks or,
• Hiring a reputable moving company on your moving day?

Why do we hire a moving company?

The answer depends on your plan and preparation. Many reasons may favour the “moving truck rental” or the “moving companies” option. It all depends on the following questions.

• What is the cost of moving truck rentals in Vancouver and the surrounding areas?
• How much does it cost to rent a truck per day?
• If you have the necessary experience packing your moving truck,
• Do you know as much about preparing your furniture for loading as a professional mover?
• Is your move a residential move or a commercial move?
• Is your move a local move or a long-distance move? And many more questions!

MOVING TRUCK RENTAL IN VANCOUVER VS MOVING COMPANIES

We explain this subject with two different examples.

Scenario 1:moving equipment in your rental moving truck and movers

In the Lower Mainland, there is a broad selection of large rental lorries to choose from. For example, you can select a moving truck rental in North Vancouver or Driving Force in Burnaby.

Renting moving trucks from companies like U-Haul, Penske, Driving Force, Budget, and Discount seems cheaper than hiring movers. However, rental trucks do not include moving supplies or equipment.

On the other hand, moving companies, including local movers, may seem more expensive. However, they include all the needed supplies and equipment.

In short, when renting a moving van or truck, you must obtain supplies, equipment, and experienced movers separately.

Scenario 2:long trip with your moving van rental

Imagine you want to move from Vancouver to Victoria, Nanaimo, and Sechelt on Vancouver Island in British Columbia. You can choose “rental moving truck” or “moving companies.” Rental trucks are cheaper. Also, BC Ferries charges less when using a rental truck than a commercial vehicle.

You need to know how to load the rental truck efficiently in a large move. You will still need to rent moving blankets and other equipment. Besides, it would help if you gathered movers in Vancouver to load the truck.

You will need a second moving team to help unload the rental truck in Victoria. However, they do not know how someone loaded your items in Vancouver. This raises the risk of damage during the moving process.

Driving Skills

If you plan on using rental trucks, you will have to drive a large moving van. In some cases, people require special skills. Otherwise, you may end up paying hefty damages for your rental truck.

Heavy lifting and experience in moving

• Am I ready for heavy lifting?
• Are you prepared to pick up heavy items?
• Do you have enough experience to move large furniture?
• Can you finish the moving task without hurting yourself or damaging anything? For example, moving your piano into your rental truck requires knowledge and equipment.

conclusion

In conclusion, choosing between a “moving truck rental” and a “moving company” depends on your plan and budget. Many other factors also play a role.

Our moving company can help you in two ways. Metro Vancouver Movers is a full-service moving company. We can also send a team of professional movers to help you load or unload your rental truck. This is especially helpful for heavy items, such as a piano, that require skilled movers.

Using a rental truck and hiring movers simultaneously may not be worth it for small moves. However, it is more reasonable for long-distance moving services if you know how to drive large trucks.

Our skilled moving helpers with the right moving equipment will come to your place.

contact us

Metro Vancouver Movers help people in West Vancouver, Pitt Meadows, Port Moody, and North Vancouver. Our company cover all the Greater Vancouver and Fraser Valley areas.

Our move will help you load and unload your rental trucks with excellent customer service.

Either with,

• Cube Van with one driver and all the moving accessories, or
• Professional moving helper to load and unload your trucks and trailers, or
• We provide complete packing and moving services in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.