The Best Timeframe for Booking Your Move
While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, here are our general guidelines:
- Peak season (May–August): Book 4–6 weeks in advance
- Off-season (September–April): Book 2–4 weeks in advance
- End of the month: Add an extra 1–2 weeks to those timeframes
- Weekend moves: Book early—those go fast
- Long-distance or specialty moves: Aim for 6–8 weeks
Why Booking Early Matters
1. More Options
The earlier you book, the more flexibility you have with dates and times. Want to start at 8 a.m. on a Saturday? Book early.
The earlier you book, the more flexibility you have with dates and times. Want to start at 8 a.m. on a Saturday? Book early.
2. Less Stress
Knowing your movers are locked in takes a huge task off your plate and gives you time to focus on packing and planning.
3. Better Pricing
Like flights and hotels, moving costs can fluctuate based on demand. Booking early helps you avoid peak-day premiums.
Like flights and hotels, moving costs can fluctuate based on demand. Booking early helps you avoid peak-day premiums.
4. Time for Walkthroughs or Custom Needs
If you have unusual items (pianos, safes, antique furniture), we’ll want to prep properly—early notice helps us plan the safest way to move your things.
If you have unusual items (pianos, safes, antique furniture), we’ll want to prep properly—early notice helps us plan the safest way to move your things.
When You Might Be Able to Book Last-Minute
We get it—sometimes things move fast.
If you’re moving on short notice, we’ll do our best to help. But your flexibility on dates, times, or truck sizes may be limited. We recommend calling as soon as you know your move date, even if you don’t have every detail finalized.
What to Have Ready Before You Book
To speed things up, it helps to have this info ready when you call:
- Your move date (or range of options)
- Starting and ending addresses
- Type of property (apartment, house, etc.)
- Any specialty items or access issues (stairs, elevators, narrow driveways)
Planning a Move in Omaha? Let’s Make It Easy
Tetris Moving is local, fast, and built to fit your schedule. Whether you’re planning a month out or scrambling last minute, we’re here to make the process smoother and more efficient every step of the way.
Need help locking in your move date?
Call Jack & Steven @ 402-690-3026 and let’s get it on the calendar.
Call Jack & Steven @ 402-690-3026 and let’s get it on the calendar.
