Collaboration with a good moving company in Roseville, MN, will begin with an accurate estimate. The virtual estimate allows the moving crew to get an accurate visual of your residence via live video conference without the need for an on-site consultation when you are at work. If performed correctly, it may end up with a written estimate that is equally accurate to that done on site.
At Daymakers, both in-person consultation and live video consultation are regular ways of estimating moves in Roseville and around the Twin Cities. Neither is regarded as a shortcut, since both end up with the same written estimate.
Exactly What a Virtual Move Quote Consists Of
A virtual moving estimate is a live video call with one of our team members. As you move through your house with your phone or tablet, we will review the contents that need to be moved. In addition, during the video call, we will ask questions and observe all items that can influence the number of movers, the size of the truck, or any other factors.
The difference between the virtual estimate and the regular phone estimate is that we have the opportunity to see the items in person. This way, we can give a more accurate price quote.
Some of the things that we might ask you during the walkthrough include:
- Large furniture
- Packed boxes
- Things that require packaging
- Stairs, elevators, or hallways
- Outdoor furniture
- Heavy items or items that require special care
- Truck parking and access
What You Need to Do Before the Video Walk Through
Preparing for the call should take about 10-15 minutes.
Before the call:
- Walk through your home and make a quick note of large or unusual items.
- Make sure your phone or tablet is charged.
- Clear a simple path through each room.
- Decide which items are moving and which are staying.
- Be ready to show garages, storage areas, basements, patios, and closets.
Items such as pianos, gun safes, heavy safes, large sectional sofas, gym equipment, and outdoor furniture should be shown during the call. Mentioning them after the estimate is written can change the scope of the move.
Your home does not need to be spotless. We just need to see what is in each room and understand what is going on with you.
What Happens During the Video Call
The video call is guided by our team. You do not need to know what to show on your own. We will walk you through the home, room by room, and ask questions as we go.
We look at the size and volume of furniture, the number of boxes, items that may need disassembly, and anything that requires special handling. We also look at access details such as stairs, doorway widths, elevators, parking distance, and how close the truck can get to the entrance.
If your destination address is already confirmed, we will ask about that location too. A third-floor apartment in Minneapolis with no elevator has different moving conditions than a single-story home in Roseville with a clear driveway. Both are common moves for our team, but they affect the written estimate in different ways.
Most virtual estimates take 20 to 40 minutes, depending on the size of the home and the number of items being moved.
What the Written Estimate Covers
Following the walk-through on the video conference, we draft an estimate based on the information given during the conversation. The estimate will contain all the details of the move.
Your written estimate can include:
- Size of crew
- Moving services provided
- Handling of specialty items
- Access info
- Timing
- Cost of services provided
This is the estimate you will pay. There will be no hidden costs added to your bill after the move starts for any additional services not listed in the estimate. We don’t offer additional services once our crew shows up.
For customers who have had past experiences where the final bill did not match the original quote, this part of the process matters. Sharon S. described her experience in a Google review as “great from start to finish, from the virtual review, to the estimate, to the polite and attentive crew.” The virtual review helps set the tone for the entire move.
Why This Process Helps Ensure Less of a Surprise on Moving Day
Surprising incidents that occur on moving day usually result from an estimate that does not account for certain aspects of the job. An inability to prepare properly can result in additional time or effort if the crew shows up to move without being aware of a piano, safe, tight hallway, or extra-long carrying.
Our virtual walk-through aims to solve this problem in advance. Once the crew gets to your house in Roseville or any place in the Twin Cities metro, they will already be aware of what needs to be done during the move. The truck and crew size are tailored to the specifics of your situation.
Regardless of whether an estimate is made in person or using video, we adhere to the exact same procedure.
Getting Started With a Virtual Moving Estimate
To schedule a virtual moving estimate with Daymakers, simply request one through our website. Our team will then contact you to set up an appropriate appointment.
We serve Roseville, Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and the surrounding Twin Cities metro. Our local moving team handles residential moves of all sizes, and our long-distance movers team handles interstate relocations from Minnesota.
No matter what type of move you are planning, the estimate process stays focused on one thing: getting a real look at the job before anything goes in writing.
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