Some aspects of moving are the same, regardless of where you're moving. For instance, you always have to pack things into boxes (or hire someone to do so) regardless of the relative size of your home. But other aspects of moving do vary somewhat depending on your type of home. Moving from one apartment to another is quite a different story than moving from one 2,500 square foot home to a 3,500 square foot home. So, how do you go about hiring a moving service when moving from one apartment to another? Here are some key tips to implement.

Tell the movers what story the apartment is on.

Moving into a first-floor apartment is a lot easier and less time-consuming than moving into a third or fourth floor apartment. If your movers assume you're moving into a first-floor apartment but you're actually moving upstairs, they may end up having to charge you more than your estimate. So, make sure you provide this information from the get-go. Tell them what floor your current apartment is on, and also what floor your new apartment is on. Let them know if there are stairs or an elevator, too. This will lead to more accurate estimates.

Look for movers who charge by the box.

When moving from apartment to apartment, it's generally safe to assume you don't own as many things as someone living in a big house. As such, hiring movers who charge a flat rate may end with you over-paying. You can often save if you specifically look for moving companies that charge by the box. Alternatively, a company that specifically advertises their services for apartment-to-apartment moves is more likely to offer more affordable services.

Measure items beforehand.

Before moving day, measure your furniture. Then, go measure the doorways and stairways leading to your new apartment. If there are items that will not fit, you can then sell or donate them before the movers arrive. If you were to have the movers transport them and then learn they did not fit in your new apartment, you'd be stuck. Some moving companies would take the items with them, but this is not generally part of the contract. You don't want to start off on the wrong foot with your new landlord by leaving a big sectional outside.

Moving from apartment to apartment does come with some intricacies. Take the advice above into account, and you should be fine.