Comments on: US in recession, is economy effects moving companies?

By: Chicago Movers

Chicago Movers — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:33:33 +0000

As a moving company in the 3rd largest city in the US (we're a Chicago moving company), we've certainly not been as busy these past couple years. The start of the decline in people booking moves seemed to mirror the decline in the housing market / strike of the sub-prime problems. Less homes being built equals less moving jobs. People not being able to afford their monthly payments equals less jobs as they would like to do it themselves. Less companies relocating employees as they need to cut costs as well. All industries have suffered, no doubt about that. Chicago movers are no exception. We've been fortunate to have built an excellent reputation over the years and have been able to weather this storm, but it'll be nice to see the moving industry, well, all the industries, get back on their feet. Good luck to us all!

By: Phoenix Movers

Phoenix Movers — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 05:18:24 +0000

We agree that the economy has affected some business but others have boosted from it. WE feel that a professional company will stay firmly grounded more so then a fly by night company.

By: Jeffery W.

Jeffery W. — Tue, 12 May 2009 15:28:57 +0000

I think that economy is hitting every industry and moving companies are certainly not going to be exempt from that. The set-up of many moving companies may make it easier for the industry to weather the storm, so to speak. I think you may need to look at what to cut back on and some may consider benefits, however this a bad idea in this industry I think. What you could consider is using a PEO to off-set the costs.

By: Italian Kitchens

Italian Kitchens — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:14:58 +0000

Yes, I think you are right. The country is in recession means there is slowdown in the demand from consumers and rise in fuel cost will affect the manufacturing industry. When there is no demand for the goods produced, then there will be reduction in producing activity like inventory and distribution which influence moving industry. With the present slowdown in the economy there is need for better quality of service with reduction in prices in the present competitive world. Moving industry plays an important role in the growth of an economy. An efficient and productive freight mover can help in growth of manufacturing productivity. Moving companies by using renewable energy and reusable packing material can help moving industry to put back on track. Think about moving your Kitchen! Would you do it yourself these days?

By: Madhumita Santra

Madhumita Santra — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 12:32:25 +0000

@ Arny It is good to know that at least something is working well in the time of recession. After the global melt down nothing seemed to be working fine. This breaking news created a hope of some better happenings. I generally opt for eco-friendly moving companies.

By: VRBO

VRBO — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 17:27:38 +0000

Moving companies always had a smelly reputation. It is hard to imagine that there is still so many of them around. I am happy to use a very good moving company with good reviews.

By: arny

arny — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 14:09:39 +0000

We have managed to stay above this “Recession”. We may not be growing as rapidly as we were 2 years ago,…but we are still growing…
It’s all about the Customer…Serving them to the fullest ability.
http://www.3menmovers.com

By: linkbuilder

linkbuilder — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 23:25:44 +0000

I think you are right. Every business has its draw back during the recession. Not even the tracking companies. even small time companies felt the damage caused by this recession. Sooner or later this crisis will hit Asian economy and eventually it spread globally. I hope that this will end soon. People suffers too much in terms of their business.

By: jeff m

jeff m — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:29:38 +0000

hi, just thought i'd put in my 2 cents. it is often a better choice to go with a big van line not only because they can be held more accountable and have insurance but also because smaller movers are known to hold your belongings hostage and demand more money before releasing your stuff to you. i always go with north american and never have a problem. here are some reviews of north american van lines: navl reviews

By: movingguide.net

movingguide.net — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 14:10:07 +0000

Hi! It is reported that 1 of 10 Americans are moving to date. It dropped significantly over a 10-year-period. it is said that due to the economic crisis, people prefer to stay around their area than go find work some place else.

Moving companies are now developing eco-friendly ways for the shippers to save time and money and do the Earth good at the same time. these include usage of biofuels for their trucks and using reusable crates for packaging. if everything goes alright, it will be only a matter of time before moving industry will get back on its feet.