U-Haul Pros
● Upfront costs are very low
● Great for DIY moving projects
● Multiple trucks to choose from
● Locations are numerous to rent from
● Great for small-to-medium moves that are near you
U-Haul Cons
● There are several hidden fees
● You do all of the work, increasing the chance of injury or accidents
● You are not necessarily guaranteed the truck size you need
● You might need to reserve a U-Haul truck several weeks in advance
● You need to fuel up and return the truck, increasing gas costs
● Driving the U-Haul truck can be challenging and stressful
● This DIY option will cost you more time and effort
Hauling Pros
● A team of experts does the work for you
● Your time is freed for other tasks
● We work when you need us – flexible scheduling
● Hauling trucks are typically more versatile
● Less chance of injury and damage
● We don’t have hidden or added fees
● Haulers are fully ensured – if something happens, you will be covered
● We come with the proper equipment to move and secure your items
● Professional movers can load and unload items more efficiently for a faster move
Hauling Cons
● Upfront costs are higher than U-Haul
● Some direction from you is required
● We do not provide packing supplies (neither does U-Haul unless you purchase them)
● Typically haulers like Tyler’s Hauling concentrate in a specific area or region; be sure to contact us to ensure you’re in one of the service areas.
The rule of thumb here is to weigh what you want to spend on moving against the value of deal deal being offered. If you want to keep upfront expenses to a minimum and your move is small, a cheap U-Hual rental might be the way to go; just be mindful of the hidden costs that will add up. That said, hauling services like Tyler’s Hauling give you a professional service for a much better deal in that you get a lot more out of your payment.
Another way to compare the two options though, is by looking at the trucks both options use.
Cheap U-haul trucks start around $20 for renting a 10-ft truck. This is a decent size for small moving projects, but U-Haul also has trucks up to 26 feet for their largest projects. These sizes are no guarantee that your larger items will fit safely, or at the very least, be easy to load. If incorrectly sized, you could waste a lot of time and raw effort trying to move your large items in the most efficient way. Even still, there is mileage consideration, especially if you have a longer trip.
Tyler’s Hauling trucks are uncovered, allowing for more vertical room for the largest items you need to transport. Another difference in our hauling methodology is our loading scale. Your hauling rate is based purely on the space that you require for your specific move. This helps you tailor the rental fully towards what you need. After all, you may not even need all the space for an individual U-Haul, and yet you still for the fixed fee for that vehicle.
When you’re ready to plan your move, simply contact us and we can give you an estimate that is the most cost-effective for the truck space required. Regardless of your needs, our team is equipped to undertake all the manual labor so that you can prioritize other tasks.
We’ve covered the pros of Tyler’s Hauling compared to a cheap U-Haul rental, but why should you trust our brand and services compared to the nationally recognized U-Haul? For this, we provide three core reasons.
Service
U-Haul provides a truck, we provide a service. Consider whether you want to take on all the risks, hazards, and burdens of moving, or if you’d rather delegate the heavy lifting to a team of professionals. When you consider that you get more bang for your buck, you’ll find our movers can help you move more efficiently and with significantly fewer delays or stress involved.
Speed
We work quickly and on your time. Whether you need immediate service or want to plan your hauling service in advance, we are committed to prompt scheduling and arrival. Because we use our trucks and provide the labor, there’s no need to reserve a particular unit. Simply point to your items and we’ll deliver.
Satisfaction
Our local hauling team is committed to the satisfaction and safe service of all of our customer projects, be it junk removal or moving/hauling projects. We lead with transparency and efficiency which has consistently earned Tyler’s Hauling 5-star customer ratings. This means ensuring you get the best deal possible, and that any requests are honored in a way that maximizes your time and spend.
A final consideration is that getting started with Tyler’s Hauling is a lot more straightforward than picking and reserving a given U-Haul truck! Simply call or schedule a free quote today.
