{"id":108139,"date":"2026-10-13T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-13T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/"},"modified":"2026-10-13T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T00:00:00","slug":"moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose a Moving Truck for a Two-Bedroom Apartment"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_38 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Jump Ahead To: <\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Quick_Answer_Is_One_Large_Moving_Truck_Cheaper_Than_Two_Trips\" title=\"Quick Answer: Is One Large Moving Truck Cheaper Than Two Trips?\">Quick Answer: Is One Large Moving Truck Cheaper Than Two Trips?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Why_the_Cheapest_Moving_Truck_Isnt_Always_the_Cheapest_Move\" title=\"Why the Cheapest Moving Truck Isn&#8217;t Always the Cheapest Move\">Why the Cheapest Moving Truck Isn&#8217;t Always the Cheapest Move<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Cost_Comparison_One_Large_Truck_vs_Two_Trips_With_a_Smaller_Truck\" title=\"Cost Comparison: One Large Truck vs. Two Trips With a Smaller Truck\">Cost Comparison: One Large Truck vs. Two Trips With a Smaller Truck<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#The_Five_Costs_That_Determine_Which_Option_Is_Cheaper\" title=\"The Five Costs That Determine Which Option Is Cheaper\">The Five Costs That Determine Which Option Is Cheaper<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#1_Truck_Rental_Price\" title=\"1. Truck Rental Price\">1. Truck Rental Price<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#2_Mileage_Charges\" title=\"2. Mileage Charges\">2. Mileage Charges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#3_Fuel_Costs\" title=\"3. Fuel Costs\">3. Fuel Costs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#4_Moving_Labor\" title=\"4. Moving Labor\">4. Moving Labor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#5_Your_Time\" title=\"5. Your Time\">5. Your Time<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#How_Much_Extra_Driving_Does_a_Second_Trip_Add\" title=\"How Much Extra Driving Does a Second Trip Add?\">How Much Extra Driving Does a Second Trip Add?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#When_Two_Trips_With_a_Smaller_Truck_Might_Be_Cheaper\" title=\"When Two Trips With a Smaller Truck Might Be Cheaper\">When Two Trips With a Smaller Truck Might Be Cheaper<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Youre_Moving_Just_a_Few_Blocks_Away\" title=\"You&#8217;re Moving Just a Few Blocks Away\">You&#8217;re Moving Just a Few Blocks Away<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Youre_Moving_Everything_Yourself\" title=\"You&#8217;re Moving Everything Yourself\">You&#8217;re Moving Everything Yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#The_Smaller_Truck_Is_Significantly_Cheaper\" title=\"The Smaller Truck Is Significantly Cheaper\">The Smaller Truck Is Significantly Cheaper<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#You_Have_Flexible_Access_to_Both_Properties\" title=\"You Have Flexible Access to Both Properties\">You Have Flexible Access to Both Properties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Your_Furniture_Fits_Comfortably_in_the_Smaller_Truck\" title=\"Your Furniture Fits Comfortably in the Smaller Truck\">Your Furniture Fits Comfortably in the Smaller Truck<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#When_One_Large_Moving_Truck_Is_Usually_the_Better_Choice\" title=\"When One Large Moving Truck Is Usually the Better Choice\">When One Large Moving Truck Is Usually the Better Choice<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Youre_Paying_Movers_by_the_Hour\" title=\"You&#8217;re Paying Movers by the Hour\">You&#8217;re Paying Movers by the Hour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Youre_Moving_More_Than_10-15_Miles\" title=\"You&#8217;re Moving More Than 10&ndash;15 Miles\">You&#8217;re Moving More Than 10&ndash;15 Miles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Your_Apartment_Has_Stairs_or_Long_Hallways\" title=\"Your Apartment Has Stairs or Long Hallways\">Your Apartment Has Stairs or Long Hallways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#You_Have_a_Reserved_Elevator\" title=\"You Have a Reserved Elevator\">You Have a Reserved Elevator<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#You_Need_to_Finish_Before_a_Deadline\" title=\"You Need to Finish Before a Deadline\">You Need to Finish Before a Deadline<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Youre_Moving_Bulky_Furniture\" title=\"You&#8217;re Moving Bulky Furniture\">You&#8217;re Moving Bulky Furniture<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#How_Do_You_Know_What_Size_Moving_Truck_You_Actually_Need\" title=\"How Do You Know What Size Moving Truck You Actually Need?\">How Do You Know What Size Moving Truck You Actually Need?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Start_With_a_Furniture_Inventory\" title=\"Start With a Furniture Inventory\">Start With a Furniture Inventory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Check_the_Rental_Companys_Capacity_Guidance\" title=\"Check the Rental Company&#8217;s Capacity Guidance\">Check the Rental Company&#8217;s Capacity Guidance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Account_for_Awkwardly_Shaped_Furniture\" title=\"Account for Awkwardly Shaped Furniture\">Account for Awkwardly Shaped Furniture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Leave_Room_for_Proper_Loading\" title=\"Leave Room for Proper Loading\">Leave Room for Proper Loading<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Can_You_Fit_a_One-Bedroom_Apartment_Into_One_Moving_Truck\" title=\"Can You Fit a One-Bedroom Apartment Into One Moving Truck?\">Can You Fit a One-Bedroom Apartment Into One Moving Truck?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#What_If_Your_Truck_Is_Too_Small_on_Moving_Day\" title=\"What If Your Truck Is Too Small on Moving Day?\">What If Your Truck Is Too Small on Moving Day?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Option_1_Make_a_Second_Trip\" title=\"Option 1: Make a Second Trip\">Option 1: Make a Second Trip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Option_2_Exchange_for_a_Larger_Truck\" title=\"Option 2: Exchange for a Larger Truck\">Option 2: Exchange for a Larger Truck<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Option_3_Arrange_Additional_Transportation\" title=\"Option 3: Arrange Additional Transportation\">Option 3: Arrange Additional Transportation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Option_4_Arrange_an_Authorized_Temporary_Storage_Solution\" title=\"Option 4: Arrange an Authorized Temporary Storage Solution\">Option 4: Arrange an Authorized Temporary Storage Solution<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Can_Professional_Movers_Help_You_Fit_More_Into_a_Rental_Truck\" title=\"Can Professional Movers Help You Fit More Into a Rental Truck?\">Can Professional Movers Help You Fit More Into a Rental Truck?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#What_Is_Labor-Only_Moving\" title=\"What Is Labor-Only Moving?\">What Is Labor-Only Moving?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Does_a_Larger_Truck_Always_Mean_Fewer_Movers\" title=\"Does a Larger Truck Always Mean Fewer Movers?\">Does a Larger Truck Always Mean Fewer Movers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#The_Break-Even_Formula_When_Does_the_Bigger_Truck_Pay_for_Itself\" title=\"The Break-Even Formula: When Does the Bigger Truck Pay for Itself?\">The Break-Even Formula: When Does the Bigger Truck Pay for Itself?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Example\" title=\"Example\">Example<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Five_Questions_to_Ask_Before_Choosing_a_Truck_Size\" title=\"Five Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Truck Size\">Five Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Truck Size<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#A_Smarter_Option_One_Truck_Professional_Loading_Help\" title=\"A Smarter Option: One Truck, Professional Loading Help\">A Smarter Option: One Truck, Professional Loading Help<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Is_it_cheaper_to_rent_a_bigger_moving_truck_or_make_two_trips\" title=\"Is it cheaper to rent a bigger moving truck or make two trips?\">Is it cheaper to rent a bigger moving truck or make two trips?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Does_a_bigger_moving_truck_use_more_gas\" title=\"Does a bigger moving truck use more gas?\">Does a bigger moving truck use more gas?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#How_much_extra_mileage_does_a_second_moving_trip_add\" title=\"How much extra mileage does a second moving trip add?\">How much extra mileage does a second moving trip add?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Is_it_worth_renting_a_larger_truck_for_a_one-bedroom_apartment\" title=\"Is it worth renting a larger truck for a one-bedroom apartment?\">Is it worth renting a larger truck for a one-bedroom apartment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Can_movers_load_a_truck_that_I_rented_myself\" title=\"Can movers load a truck that I rented myself?\">Can movers load a truck that I rented myself?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Can_professional_movers_make_everything_fit_in_a_smaller_truck\" title=\"Can professional movers make everything fit in a smaller truck?\">Can professional movers make everything fit in a smaller truck?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Does_making_two_trips_take_twice_as_long\" title=\"Does making two trips take twice as long?\">Does making two trips take twice as long?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#What_happens_if_I_underestimate_my_truck_size\" title=\"What happens if I underestimate my truck size?\">What happens if I underestimate my truck size?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#The_Bottom_Line_Compare_the_Entire_Move_Not_Just_the_Truck_Rental\" title=\"The Bottom Line: Compare the Entire Move, Not Just the Truck Rental\">The Bottom Line: Compare the Entire Move, Not Just the Truck Rental<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/moving-truck-for-two-bedroom-apartment\/#Got_the_Truck_Let_Bellhop_Handle_the_Heavy_Lifting\" title=\"Got the Truck? Let Bellhop Handle the Heavy Lifting.\">Got the Truck? Let Bellhop Handle the Heavy Lifting.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;re booking a moving truck, and the smaller option looks like a bargain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maybe the larger truck costs $40 more to rent. Maybe you&#8217;ve already driven a smaller rental truck before and feel more comfortable with it. Or perhaps you don&#8217;t think you have enough furniture to justify a bigger vehicle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then you start doing the math.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What if everything doesn&#8217;t fit?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Could you simply make two trips?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And would that actually be cheaper than renting the larger truck in the first place?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>For many local moves, one properly sized moving truck can be cheaper than making two trips with a smaller truck, especially when you&#8217;re paying movers by the hour.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But not always.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re moving a short distance, handling the loading yourself, and have plenty of time, two trips with a smaller truck might make financial sense.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key is comparing the <\/span><strong>total cost of the move<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, not just the truck&#8217;s advertised rental price.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s how to figure out which option makes more sense for your budget, your belongings, and your moving schedule.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Answer_Is_One_Large_Moving_Truck_Cheaper_Than_Two_Trips\"><\/span><strong>Quick Answer: Is One Large Moving Truck Cheaper Than Two Trips?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>One larger moving truck is often the better value when it eliminates a second round of driving, loading, and unloading.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That&#8217;s particularly true when:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;re hiring professional movers by the hour.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your new home is more than a few miles away.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your rental includes mileage charges.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have a limited moving window.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;re moving from an apartment with stairs or difficult parking.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need to return the rental truck by a specific time.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, two trips can be cheaper when the distance is short, the smaller truck costs substantially less, and the extra trip doesn&#8217;t require much additional paid labor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s also an important distinction:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Two trips don&#8217;t necessarily mean loading and unloading everything twice.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your belongings are divided into two loads, each item may only be loaded and unloaded once. The extra cost comes from repeating the drive, parking, truck positioning, and any additional labor or delays associated with the second cycle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That distinction matters when estimating the real savings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_the_Cheapest_Moving_Truck_Isnt_Always_the_Cheapest_Move\"><\/span><strong>Why the Cheapest Moving Truck Isn&#8217;t Always the Cheapest Move<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rental truck prices can make a smaller vehicle look attractive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, imagine you&#8217;re choosing between:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A smaller truck with a base rental price of $60.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A larger truck with a base rental price of $100.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At first glance, the smaller truck saves $40.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But that comparison ignores several expenses:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional mileage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel for the second trip.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extra time driving between homes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More time positioning and accessing the truck.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional hourly moving labor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potential rental extensions or late-return charges.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the extra trip costs more than the $40 you saved on the truck, the larger vehicle becomes the cheaper choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>The rental price is only <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/do-movers-bring-tools-for-furniture-assembly\"><strong>one part of your moving budget<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_Comparison_One_Large_Truck_vs_Two_Trips_With_a_Smaller_Truck\"><\/span><strong>Cost Comparison: One Large Truck vs. Two Trips With a Smaller Truck<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s compare two hypothetical local moves.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assume you&#8217;re moving between homes 15 miles apart.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can fit everything in one large truck, but the smaller truck would require two trips.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both options involve renting a truck for the same day and hiring a moving crew.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These numbers are illustrative, not current rental quotes or Bellhop prices.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><strong>Expense<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><strong>One Large Truck<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><strong>Smaller Truck, Two Trips<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Base truck rental<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$110<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$70<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mileage charges<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$24<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$48<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$35<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$45<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving labor<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$600<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$750<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><strong>Estimated total<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><strong>$769<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><strong>$913<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this example, the larger truck costs $40 more to rent.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But making two trips increases mileage, fuel, and labor expenses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>The larger truck ends up saving $144 overall.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your actual numbers may be very different. Rental pricing, mileage policies, fuel consumption, labor rates, and travel distances vary.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The point is to compare the entire move rather than the vehicle rental alone.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Five_Costs_That_Determine_Which_Option_Is_Cheaper\"><\/span><strong>The Five Costs That Determine Which Option Is Cheaper<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Truck_Rental_Price\"><\/span><strong>1. Truck Rental Price<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by comparing the complete rental quotes for both truck sizes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look beyond the advertised base rate.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rental duration.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Included mileage, if any.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional mileage charges.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applicable taxes and fees.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Optional coverage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel requirements.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Return location and deadline.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A larger truck may have a higher daily rate, but the difference could be smaller than the cost of a second trip.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Mileage_Charges\"><\/span><strong>2. Mileage Charges<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mileage can make two trips more expensive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suppose your old apartment and new apartment are 20 miles apart.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With one truckload, you drive from the old apartment to the new one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With two truckloads, you must return to the old apartment for the second load and drive back to the new apartment again.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That&#8217;s an additional 40 miles between the properties.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on your rental arrangement, those miles may be billable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And the difference becomes more significant as the distance increases.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Fuel_Costs\"><\/span><strong>3. Fuel Costs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A larger truck may consume more fuel per mile than a smaller one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But a smaller truck driven over a longer total distance can still use more fuel overall.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, a larger truck completing a 25-mile route might consume less total fuel than a smaller truck making repeated trips over a much longer route.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The result depends on each vehicle&#8217;s fuel efficiency, total mileage, traffic, and load.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t assume smaller automatically means cheaper at the gas pump.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Moving_Labor\"><\/span><strong>4. Moving Labor<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re hiring movers, this may be the most important factor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many moving services price local jobs based partly on crew size and labor time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A second trip can increase paid time through:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional driving.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repositioning the truck.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waiting for parking.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reentering buildings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeated elevator access.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional setup and coordination.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re paying a crew by the hour, even one extra hour can outweigh the difference between rental truck sizes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Your_Time\"><\/span><strong>5. Your Time<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re moving yourself, you may not have a direct hourly labor charge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But your time still has value.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A second trip might mean:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finishing several hours later.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing time needed to clean your apartment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Returning the rental truck late.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Missing an elevator reservation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having less time to unpack.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Needing additional childcare or pet care.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes the larger truck is worth the money because it makes the day more manageable.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Extra_Driving_Does_a_Second_Trip_Add\"><\/span><strong>How Much Extra Driving Does a Second Trip Add?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The answer depends on the distance between your old and new homes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assume both truck sizes are picked up and returned at the same rental location, and the only difference is the additional trip between homes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the homes are 5 miles apart, a second load generally adds approximately 10 miles of driving: 5 miles back to the old home and another 5 miles to the new one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the homes are 25 miles apart, the second load adds approximately 50 miles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If they&#8217;re 60 miles apart, the extra round trip adds approximately 120 miles.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><strong>Distance Between Homes<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><strong>Additional Driving for Second Load<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 miles<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 miles<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 miles<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 miles<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 miles<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20 miles<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25 miles<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">50 miles<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">50 miles<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100 miles<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These figures exclude any differences in rental pickup, return routes, detours, or parking access.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The longer the distance, the harder it becomes for two trips to compete financially.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Two_Trips_With_a_Smaller_Truck_Might_Be_Cheaper\"><\/span><strong>When Two Trips With a Smaller Truck Might Be Cheaper<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are situations where renting the smaller truck is reasonable.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Youre_Moving_Just_a_Few_Blocks_Away\"><\/span><strong>You&#8217;re Moving Just a Few Blocks Away<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your new apartment is only half a mile from your current one, the additional driving distance is minimal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may be able to make two trips without spending much extra on mileage or fuel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, loading and unloading still take time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Youre_Moving_Everything_Yourself\"><\/span><strong>You&#8217;re Moving Everything Yourself<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you aren&#8217;t paying movers by the hour, the second trip may not add direct labor costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You still need to consider your time, physical effort, and rental return deadline.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Smaller_Truck_Is_Significantly_Cheaper\"><\/span><strong>The Smaller Truck Is Significantly Cheaper<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes there&#8217;s a substantial price difference between vehicle sizes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the savings exceed the added fuel, mileage, and other expenses, the smaller truck may win.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Have_Flexible_Access_to_Both_Properties\"><\/span><strong>You Have Flexible Access to Both Properties<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can move throughout the day without strict deadlines, two trips may be easier to manage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Furniture_Fits_Comfortably_in_the_Smaller_Truck\"><\/span><strong>Your Furniture Fits Comfortably in the Smaller Truck<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your large furniture fits safely and the second trip is only for a modest number of boxes, a smaller truck may be practical.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But don&#8217;t base your decision on a guess about what will fit.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_One_Large_Moving_Truck_Is_Usually_the_Better_Choice\"><\/span><strong>When One Large Moving Truck Is Usually the Better Choice<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Youre_Paying_Movers_by_the_Hour\"><\/span><strong>You&#8217;re Paying Movers by the Hour<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is one of the strongest reasons to avoid unnecessary trips.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The additional time can quickly erase the savings from a smaller rental truck.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Youre_Moving_More_Than_10-15_Miles\"><\/span><strong>You&#8217;re Moving More Than 10&ndash;15 Miles<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As distance increases, repeated driving becomes more expensive and time-consuming.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There isn&#8217;t a universal mileage cutoff, but longer distances make the extra trip increasingly important.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Apartment_Has_Stairs_or_Long_Hallways\"><\/span><strong>Your Apartment Has Stairs or Long Hallways<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving from a third-floor apartment can take considerably longer than loading from a ground-floor home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A second truckload may require repeating building access procedures and coordinating another loading window.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Have_a_Reserved_Elevator\"><\/span><strong>You Have a Reserved Elevator<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some apartment buildings only allow moving during a scheduled period.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need to make two trips, confirm that your reservation is long enough.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Need_to_Finish_Before_a_Deadline\"><\/span><strong>You Need to Finish Before a Deadline<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your lease ends that afternoon or your rental truck must be returned by evening, a single-trip move may reduce scheduling risk.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Youre_Moving_Bulky_Furniture\"><\/span><strong>You&#8217;re Moving Bulky Furniture<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A larger truck may offer a more practical loading configuration for beds, sofas, dressers, and other furniture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But larger doesn&#8217;t mean unlimited capacity. Every truck has weight and space restrictions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Know_What_Size_Moving_Truck_You_Actually_Need\"><\/span><strong>How Do You Know What Size Moving Truck You Actually Need?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is where many people make an expensive mistake.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They estimate their moving truck size based only on the number of bedrooms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But two one-bedroom apartments can have very different amounts of furniture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One person might have a bed, desk, couch, and 15 boxes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another might have a sectional, dining set, large dresser, bookcases, exercise equipment, and 50 boxes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both live in one-bedroom apartments, but their moving needs are not the same.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Start_With_a_Furniture_Inventory\"><\/span><strong>Start With a Furniture Inventory<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Write down every large item:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beds and mattresses.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sofas and sectionals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dressers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dining tables.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Desks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bookshelves.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Entertainment centers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appliances being moved.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise equipment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patio furniture.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then estimate the number of boxes and smaller items.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_the_Rental_Companys_Capacity_Guidance\"><\/span><strong>Check the Rental Company&#8217;s Capacity Guidance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rental providers typically publish approximate truck capacities and suggested home sizes.<\/span><\/p><div class=\"getbe-middle\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center; \" id=\"getbe-2156978\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/book\/service\/\" aria-label=\"The Better Way to Move\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"The Better Way to Move\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" width=\"600\" height=\"160\" style=\" max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/600x160.png?wsr\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/600x160.png 600w, https:\/\/www.bellhopblog.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/600x160-300x80.png 300w\"><\/a><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use those guidelines as a starting point, not a guarantee.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pay attention to both cargo volume and maximum payload weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Account_for_Awkwardly_Shaped_Furniture\"><\/span><strong>Account for Awkwardly Shaped Furniture<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A truck can have enough theoretical cargo space but still be difficult to load efficiently.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long sofas, oversized mattresses, and furniture that cannot be stacked may limit usable space.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leave_Room_for_Proper_Loading\"><\/span><strong>Leave Room for Proper Loading<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t plan to fill every inch without considering safe weight distribution, securing belongings, and protecting fragile items.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re unsure between two truck sizes, compare the cost difference with the financial and logistical consequences of needing another trip.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Fit_a_One-Bedroom_Apartment_Into_One_Moving_Truck\"><\/span><strong>Can You Fit a One-Bedroom Apartment Into One Moving Truck?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often, yes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many one-bedroom apartment moves can fit into an appropriately sized rental truck.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the required size depends on the actual inventory.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lightly furnished apartment may fit into a smaller vehicle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A heavily furnished one-bedroom apartment may require a larger truck than expected.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The safest approach is to create an inventory and use the rental provider&#8217;s sizing guidance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re hiring professional loading help, you can also describe your inventory when booking so the provider understands the scope of the move.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_If_Your_Truck_Is_Too_Small_on_Moving_Day\"><\/span><strong>What If Your Truck Is Too Small on Moving Day?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a frustrating situation, especially when your lease deadline is approaching.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You load the mattress, couch, dresser, and boxes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then you realize there&#8217;s still a dining table, two chairs, and several boxes left inside.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before deciding to make another trip, assess your options.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Option_1_Make_a_Second_Trip\"><\/span><strong>Option 1: Make a Second Trip<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This may be practical for a short local move with flexible scheduling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirm that you have enough time and that the additional mileage and fuel are manageable.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Option_2_Exchange_for_a_Larger_Truck\"><\/span><strong>Option 2: Exchange for a Larger Truck<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact the rental provider to ask whether a larger vehicle is available.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Availability, pricing, and exchange policies vary.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This option may be less practical once the truck is already loaded.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Option_3_Arrange_Additional_Transportation\"><\/span><strong>Option 3: Arrange Additional Transportation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If only a few smaller belongings remain, a personal vehicle or another suitable vehicle might help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t overload a vehicle or transport items that cannot be secured safely.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Option_4_Arrange_an_Authorized_Temporary_Storage_Solution\"><\/span><strong>Option 4: Arrange an Authorized Temporary Storage Solution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can&#8217;t complete the move immediately, temporary <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/moving-services\/storage\/\"   title=\"storage\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">storage<\/a> may be an option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But consider the additional handling, transportation, and storage costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t force belongings into a truck that has reached its space or weight limits.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Professional_Movers_Help_You_Fit_More_Into_a_Rental_Truck\"><\/span><strong>Can Professional Movers Help You Fit More Into a Rental Truck?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional movers may be able to load a truck more efficiently than someone with limited moving experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experienced crews understand how to arrange furniture, protect belongings, distribute weight, and use available space.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That can sometimes make the difference between a well-organized load and a truck that appears full too early.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, professional loading doesn&#8217;t change the truck&#8217;s actual capacity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your belongings exceed its safe space or weight limits, you&#8217;ll still need another transportation solution.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Labor-Only_Moving\"><\/span><strong>What Is Labor-Only Moving?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Labor-only moving lets you hire professional movers to help load or unload a truck that you rent and drive yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s a useful option when you want to manage transportation but don&#8217;t want to handle the physically demanding work alone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, you might:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rent a truck sized for your apartment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pack your belongings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hire a moving crew to load the truck.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drive to your new home.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arrange unloading assistance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bellhop offers labor-only moving services in participating markets, making it an option worth considering when you&#8217;re planning a rental-truck move.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_Larger_Truck_Always_Mean_Fewer_Movers\"><\/span><strong>Does a Larger Truck Always Mean Fewer Movers?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Truck size and crew size are separate decisions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A larger truck doesn&#8217;t automatically require a larger moving crew.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Likewise, a smaller truck doesn&#8217;t guarantee that fewer movers will be sufficient.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The appropriate crew size depends on:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The amount of furniture.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The number of boxes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stairs and elevators.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carrying distances.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heavy or specialty items.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The time available.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many ordinary apartment moves, two movers may be a reasonable starting point.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But a larger inventory or difficult access may justify additional labor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask the provider to assess your move rather than choosing crew size solely from truck dimensions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Break-Even_Formula_When_Does_the_Bigger_Truck_Pay_for_Itself\"><\/span><strong>The Break-Even Formula: When Does the Bigger Truck Pay for Itself?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don&#8217;t need a complicated spreadsheet to compare your options.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use this simple calculation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Extra cost of the larger truck = Larger truck rental cost &minus; Smaller truck rental cost<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then calculate:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Extra cost of two trips = Additional mileage + Additional fuel + Additional paid labor + Other incremental charges<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the extra cost of two trips exceeds the price difference between the trucks, the larger truck is financially preferable.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example\"><\/span><strong>Example<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suppose:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Larger truck costs $50 more to rent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A second trip adds $18 in mileage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extra fuel costs $12.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional moving labor costs $120.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second trip adds:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>$18 + $12 + $120 = $150<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The larger truck costs only $50 more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Estimated savings from choosing the larger truck: $100.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This example assumes both options can be completed within the same rental period and that all other costs are equal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your actual comparison should use your rental quotes and estimated labor time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Five_Questions_to_Ask_Before_Choosing_a_Truck_Size\"><\/span><strong>Five Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Truck Size<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before booking, answer these questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong> Can everything fit safely in the smaller truck?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re unsure, don&#8217;t assume it will.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong> How far apart are the homes?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The longer the route, the more expensive the extra trip may become.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><strong> Are you paying movers by the hour?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional driving and coordination can increase labor costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong> Do you have enough time for two trips?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider building rules, rental return deadlines, and move-out requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li><strong> What&#8217;s the total price difference?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compare rental, mileage, fuel, labor, and other relevant charges.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These five questions will usually reveal which option makes more sense.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Smarter_Option_One_Truck_Professional_Loading_Help\"><\/span><strong>A Smarter Option: One Truck, Professional Loading Help<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re trying to keep costs down, you don&#8217;t necessarily have to choose between an expensive full-service move and doing everything yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A hybrid approach may offer a useful middle ground.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You rent the right-sized truck and drive it yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional movers handle the loading, unloading, or both, depending on the service you book.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This can help you avoid difficult lifting while keeping control over transportation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if you&#8217;re moving from a second-floor apartment, you might hire movers to carry furniture downstairs and load the rental truck.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you arrive at your new home, you can arrange unloading help if needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The goal is to avoid paying for services you don&#8217;t need while still <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/blog\/how-to-prepare-furniture-before-moving-day\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">getting assistance with the hardest parts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of moving.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_cheaper_to_rent_a_bigger_moving_truck_or_make_two_trips\"><\/span><strong>Is it cheaper to rent a bigger moving truck or make two trips?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A larger truck is often cheaper overall when it avoids additional mileage, fuel, and paid moving labor. Two trips may be cheaper for very short moves with minimal added costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_bigger_moving_truck_use_more_gas\"><\/span><strong>Does a bigger moving truck use more gas?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Larger trucks often consume more fuel per mile, but total fuel cost depends on how far you drive. A smaller truck making multiple trips can sometimes use more fuel overall.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_extra_mileage_does_a_second_moving_trip_add\"><\/span><strong>How much extra mileage does a second moving trip add?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For two homes separated by a distance of D miles, a second load generally adds approximately 2D miles: the return to the old home and another drive to the new one.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_worth_renting_a_larger_truck_for_a_one-bedroom_apartment\"><\/span><strong>Is it worth renting a larger truck for a one-bedroom apartment?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It depends on your inventory. A heavily furnished one-bedroom apartment may need a larger truck than a minimally furnished apartment. Compare the rental price difference with the potential cost of a second trip.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_movers_load_a_truck_that_I_rented_myself\"><\/span><strong>Can movers load a truck that I rented myself?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Labor-only moving services can help load customer-rented trucks, subject to provider availability and booking terms.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_professional_movers_make_everything_fit_in_a_smaller_truck\"><\/span><strong>Can professional movers make everything fit in a smaller truck?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experienced movers may improve loading efficiency, but they cannot exceed the truck&#8217;s physical capacity or weight limits.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_making_two_trips_take_twice_as_long\"><\/span><strong>Does making two trips take twice as long?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not necessarily. Each belonging may only need to be loaded and unloaded once. However, a second trip adds driving, truck positioning, and other logistical time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_I_underestimate_my_truck_size\"><\/span><strong>What happens if I underestimate my truck size?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may need another trip, a larger vehicle, or additional transportation. The best option depends on remaining inventory, availability, cost, and your moving deadline.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line_Compare_the_Entire_Move_Not_Just_the_Truck_Rental\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line: Compare the Entire Move, Not Just the Truck Rental<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>One large moving truck is often cheaper than making two trips with a smaller truck, especially when you&#8217;re paying for moving labor or traveling a significant distance.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But if you&#8217;re moving a few blocks away, handling everything yourself, and saving substantially on the rental, two trips may be perfectly reasonable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The right decision comes down to the numbers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compare the rental prices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Estimate the additional mileage and fuel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Account for moving labor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And consider the time required to complete the move.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most importantly, choose a truck that can safely accommodate your belongings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Saving $40 on a smaller rental isn&#8217;t a bargain if it adds $150 to the rest of your move.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Got_the_Truck_Let_Bellhop_Handle_the_Heavy_Lifting\"><\/span><strong>Got the Truck? Let Bellhop Handle the Heavy Lifting.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&#8217;re renting a large moving truck or planning a smaller DIY move, <\/span><strong>Bellhop can help with the physically demanding part.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From loading heavy furniture to unloading boxes at your new home, Bellhop offers labor-only moving services in participating locations, along with other moving options.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spend less time struggling with furniture and more time getting settled.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getbellhops.com\/v2\/book\/service\/\"><strong>Get Your Free Moving Quote from Bellhop<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Prefer to speak with someone? 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