How To Use One-Way Truck Rentals

by Marsha Charles 06/16/2019

Renting a one-way moving truck will save you a lot of money when you consider the massive cost of hiring moving professionals. Based on the location of your new home, you could save a substantial amount of money by taking this option.

Fortunately, there are several one-way moving trucks to choose from whenever you are relocating to your new home. Regardless of the location of your new home, there are one-way moving companies that will meet your needs. Below are some about one-way truck rentals that you need to know: 

U-Haul 

The U-Haul rental truck provides a wide range of options to make the truck efficient, easy to load, and drive. The vehicles from U-Haul are lined with ‘rub-nails' for extra protection of your furniture when in transit. The rental rate of U-Haul depends majorly on truck size, the point of origin, place of destination, and the moving date. You are expected to complete your move within a specified number of days. If you have not completed your packing within the set number of days, you can purchase extra days at $40 per day. 

The U-Haul's 10 ft moving trucks are the ideal choice for smaller moves. Students, young couples, and singles moving from one tiny apartment to another can make use of this one-way truck. Some features of U-Hauls rental trucks are:

- Air conditioning

- Automatic Transmission

- Gentle ride suspension

- Fuel Economy

- Driver’s Side Airbag 

Penske 

Penske is a rental company that provides round-the-clock roadside assistance, half-day rentals, flexible cancellation and reservation policies, and unlimited miles on one-way rentals. The company has a reliable, neat, and fuel-efficient truck that is always ready to move at pick-up time. It is worth knowing that they do not require a deposit for one-way reservations. Here are some features of Penske rental trucks:

- Not towing Compatible

- Air conditioning

- Translucent roof and interior lighting

- AM/FM radio, AUX or USB input

- Automatic transmission 

Budget 

If you are tight on budget and you need the rent a one-way truck, the Budget Truck Rental can be your perfect choice. While the cost of renting a truck might be comparatively less, the company does not offer many pick-up and drop-off locations like U-Haul. Budget provides damage waivers, customer’s roadside assistance, and personal accident cargo insurance. Other details of Budget rental truck are:

- Power Steering

- Tie Down Slats

- Power Brakes 

Asides giving you total control, one-way truck rental is also a budget-friendly option. The moving companies and the features of their trucks offered above will provide you with the vital information that you need to know before you opt for one. Call your local trucking company for more details.

About the Author
Author

Marsha Charles

Consistent top listing and selling agent receiving Chairman's Club award for superior sales achievement almost every year while associated with Preferred Properties, Inc. Consistently receive the International Presidents Premier award for sales volume since joining Coldwell Banker Realty and ranked in the top 1% of agents in Connecticut and Westchester County. In 2021 I received the International Society of Excellence award for sales volume in excess of $100,000,000. I have been named a Top Five Sales Agent for customer satisfaction since 2010 (longer than any other agent in Connecticut) and listed in Connecticut Magazine. Named one of the Top Agents in Connecticut by Real Trends since 2018. 

I work with sellers and buyers and also have a strong understanding to needs of those who are relocating . Background and experience in advertising, public relations and photography offer creative and innovative marketing plans for sellers.  

Realtor designations include: Graduate Real Estate Institute, Certified Residential Specialist, Certified Residential Marketing Specialist, and Pricing Strategy Advisor. Served as President of New Canaan Board of Realtors (two terms), Director (three terms) and currently serve on Professional Standards Committee. Named Realtor of the year by the New Canaan Board of Realtors in 1994and again in 2022. 

Married and mother of other of four children who attended and graduated from the New Canaan School System, Member of New Canaan, Darien, Greenwich and Statewide MLS systems. Areas covered include New Canaan, Darien, Greenwich, Rowayton, Norwalk, Wilton and all of lower Fairfield County.