Services like long-distance moving give customers better savings when done on a flat rate basis. Typically, any job with many unknowns and uncertainties should be done on a flat rate basis to prevent moving costs from spiraling out of control. For example, vehicle breakdowns, traffic, and poor weather conditions may delay the move if you are moving to another state. This means you have to pay the team for any extra time if you’re on an hourly basis. If you are paying a flat rate, you will pay the same amount no matter what happens.