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The deal is done and you are all ready to move. But how do you hire a moving company? Call the first one in the book? Throw a dart? Rock – paper – scissors? Here are some tips that may help.

#1 – Hire Local. Anytime you can use a local company, you are hiring someone that lives in the same city as you, and has the same spirit of community. They appreciate your support and do not want to have a bad reputation where they live.

#2 – Ask for References. A reputable company will not even hesitate here. They are proud of their work and will promptly provide a list of past customers for you to phone. Take advantage of this. Ask the references questions and note their answers. Also check for online reviews for added assurance and if your items are moving to a storage facility, ensure that your moving company and storage place have worked together in the past. Movers don’t often see repeat business from house moves, so if they leave a good impression – they earned it. 

#3 – Get a Walk-Through Estimate. No legitimate moving company will give you a quote over the phone. They will insist on seeing what and how much you have to be sure that everyone is on the same page. Freezers, beds and entertainment units come in a lot of different sizes so be sure that your potential mover sees everything.

#4 – Watch out for Large Deposits. If you are asking them to drive from one city to another, the deposit may go up to cover initial fuel costs. But for a local move, 10 to 20% of the estimate should be sufficient. If the company is asking for 50 or 75% up front, ask them why.

#5 – Ask about Extra Fees. Be up front with the person doing the estimate and ask them to explain all of the charges. Do they charge extra for moving up to a second or third floor? If you have to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances, is there a penalty and how much? Do they have to hire extra men due to the amount of furniture you have? The time to find out is now!

#6 – Is the Mover asking Questions. While preparing the estimate, your potential hire should be asking you questions. If they aren’t, well they may not be that interested. Hiring a moving company should be a two way conversation that makes you feel comfortable with their competency, and puts your mind at ease regarding the safety of your valuable furniture.

Be sure that you do your due diligence before you select a moving company. Ask everything you want answered, and answer everything they want to know. After all, you are about to trust them with everything you own. You might as well be confident in your choice.

(Thank you to Shepherd’s Moving Medicine Hat for their assistance – you can find them here!)

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Thank you. It was a pleasure dealing with you…you were most helpful! We will definitely consider your facility in the future should we require a storage facility.

Susan & Randy N.

My rental basement flooded and we needed to get my tenants belongings out asap. I called Lacombe Storage and they were very knowledgeable and able to help me in a timely manner by getting us a portable unit to our yard. We kept it for a couple months and had clear communication with them at all times. Super friendly to deal with and I highly recommend anyone to them for your storage needs!

Chelsea M.

Very affordable and simple. And very kind people to talk to. Highly recommend this Storage lot. We used it for our RV never had a issue. Only reason not continuing service is because our new place has room for our rv to be parked. Thanks so much Lacombe storage!

Kourtney C.

Very friendly staff who made my day – Quick and convenient, willing to work with my schedule and have everything in order to make moving a breeze! Highly recommend

Mercedes L.

Have used Lacombe Storage twice now. Sue at Lacombe Storage Center is always friendly and goes above and beyond to ensure service is great.

Justin C.

Everything is so clean you guys did an amazing job I am so impressed!

Morgan K.

Excellent service and communications. Accommodating. Thanks!

Neil S.

I appreciated the service I have had with Lacombe Storage Center. The staff is very welcoming and they will answer all the questions you may have. I recommend doing business with them. Thank you Lacombe Storage.

Isabelle D.

Friendly and very accommodating services. Would highly recommend to anyone. ~ regarding unit storage

Annette L.

My experience here was excellent, good service. ~ regarding RV storage

Jim W.

I came in to rent a storage locker and didn’t really know anything about rental units. I couldn’t believe how helpful and friendly Sue was. I will recommend Lacombe Storage to anyone looking for storage units. The best customer service I have received in Lacombe to date! Sue was amazing.

Samantha H.

A few years ago we rented a mobile storage container from you. When it was delivered, the driver was excellent and he was able to maneuver it through a tight spot to drop off the container.

Angela M.

I have never had to use a storage unit but Lacombe Storage Center and Sue Sage have been a huge part of our community. I have the Lacombe community group and they are always posting or commenting offering help to Lacombe residents. They have played a huge part in our community and deserve to be recognized for all they do.

Sue M.

Lacombe Storage has been very helpful, you are always quick to respond and your prices are great. Thank you so much for the lovely experience. Lacombe Storage has been amazing.

Chelsea H.

Thank you so much, I’m really happy with the service I received and will for sure recommend to others.

Teddi F.

I was impressed with your business model- service, information brochures, details and follow up.  Well done! Thanks! ~ regarding portable storage unit

John C.

We have used Lacombe storage foe a year now and find their facilities perfectly maintained. They took extra steps in protecting all of their customer’s belongings by upgrading locks which saw as an above and beyond action on their part. The staff are great and I love the email payment reminders that save me forgetting my rent.

Wendy B.

Thank you… you guys have been a godsend for us while we were finding a home, thanks again.

Robin L.

Thank you once again for the use of your wonderful storage containers. As I prepare to receive my shipment of 10,000 visitor guides for 2017, easy storage and access is a life (and back) saver.

Angelique H.

Just wanted to give a shout out to Sue and crew…. you walk in to store your stuff… and you walk out feeling like you made a new best friend 🙂 great job Sue and prices are amazing too…. keep up the great work guys.

Carl L.

Thanks for everything these last few years. Really great service and enjoyed talking with everyone there.

Jason Langston
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4014 52 Avenue Lacombe
Alberta T4L 2J7

(855) 795-8584

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Disc Lock

$ 15.00

Tape Gun

$ 19.00

Marker

$ 3.00

3” Stretch Wrap

$ 8.00

Tape Roll

$ 4.00

Packing Paper

$ 18.50
10lbs. of 25”x30” Sheets

Glass Insert Pack

$ 17.00

Wardrobe Box

$ 22.00

Small Mirror Box

$ 10.50

Large Mirror Box

$ 13.50

File Box

$ 6.00

Extra Large 6 Cube Box

$ 9.00
These boxes are perfect for other tough-to-store items that can’t fit in a standard moving box, like stereo speakers.

Large 4 Cube Box

$ 6.50
Use this box to pack bulky items like linens, pillows, towels and stuffed animals.

Medium 3 Cube Box

$ 6.00
This box is ideal for many household or business items like larger appliances, pots and pans, dishes and toys.

Small 2 Cube Box

$ 4.50
Perfect for small appliances and medium-sized items that have extra weight like books.

Extra Small 1.5 Cube Box

$ 4.00
Perfect for small appliances and medium-sized items that have extra weight like books.

Dish Insert Pack

$ 17.00

Full Mattress Bag

$ 7.00
Dimensions: 54″ x 12″ x 86″
Water and Stain Resistant
2 Mils Thick

Sofa Cover

$ 8.00
Dimensions: 45″ x 152″
Water and Stain Resistant
2 Mils Thick

Chair Cover

$ 6.00
Dimensions: 72″ x 46″
Water and Stain Resistant
2 Mils Thick

Queen Mattress Bag

$ 8.50
Dimensions: 61″ x 15″ x 90″
Water and Stain Resistant
2 Mils Thick

King Mattress Bag

$ 10.50
Dimensions: 76″ x 15″ x 90″
Water and Stain Resistant
2 Mils Thick

Fragile Labels

$ 0.30

3” Stretch Wrap w/ Handle

$ 9.50

Moving Blanket

$ 25.00
Dimensions: 60”x72”

Bubble Wrap (10ft roll)

$ 6.00
Dimensions: 10-Foot Roll

Twin Mattress Bag

$ 6.00
Dimensions: 40″ x 12″ x 86″
Water and Stain Resistant
2 Mils Thick