These are the top 5 reasons why you should move to Bristol, RI
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These are the top 5 reasons why you should move to Bristol, RI
- The Town of Bristol has a diverse population with an eclectic blend of unique neighborhoods; each with their own charms.
- Bristol is a full-service town with a comprehensive array of top tier services; schools, fire/rescue, public safety, recreation, sports, and infrastructure.
Bristol is crisscrossed with major highways making getting around quick and convenient. If you’re a business or professional, relocating to Bristol means 90% of Rhode Islanders are within a 35-minute drive to your location.- Bristol has some of the most scenic vistas and beauty in the state.
- Bristol has one of the lowest crime rates in the country, making living in Bristol a wonderful, peaceful experience.
Moving to the Town of Bristol offers you and your family every possible advantage; safety, a full array of professional services, convenience, and stability. These same characteristics are also present when choosing Arpin of RI, the best Bristol moving company. Whether you’re moving locally or long-distance, to start the move process, just call Arpin of RI at 825-6600 to set up a free, no obligation in-home estimate and we’ll take it from there.
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History of Bristol
The present-day town of Bristol was incorporated in 1681 as a subsidiary of the Massachusetts Bay Plymouth Colony. In 1746, the English Crown annexed Bristol and awarded it to Rhode Island. Bristol’s main industries revolved around sea travel, ship building, and trans-oceanic trade. One of Bristol’s darkest legacies was its participation in the triangle trade. The triangle trade involved taking European made goods then sailing South to Africa to trade those goods for captured slaves. Then the ships would sell the slaves to the Caribbean plantations producing molasses and sugar.
The ships would then transport the molasses back to Europe to be made into alcohol and begin the process again. The DeWolf family of Bristol was one of the largest slave traders in the colonies, enslaving over 11,000 Africans until slavery was abolished in RI in 1808.When the patriarch of the DeWolf family, James DeWolf died, he was the second richest man in the country.
Today, Bristol is home to a major university, Roger Williams University, numerous manufacturing companies, and continues it boat building heritage. Bristol has also become a suburban enclave boasting some of the best waterfront views in the state. Bristol is also world renowned as the home of the longest continuous 4th of July parade in the country.
Home and population data for Bristol
The Town of Bristol’s dimensions are approximately 4 miles East to West and about 5 miles North to South. Bristol has an area of about 20 square miles, with 10 square miles of water.
In the 2020 census, Bristol had a population of about 22, 350 citizens. The racial makeup of Bristol in 2020 was 92% non-Hispanic white, 2% Hispanic, 1% African American, 2% Asian, and 3% from other races.
The median home price in Bristol of $473,500 is slightly lower than the median price of $455,000 for the entire state of RI. (Prices as of September 2023.)
5% of Bristol homes are valued less than $270,000. 27% are valued between $271,000 and $406,000. 29% of homes are valued between $407,000 and $541,000. 19% are valued between $542,000 and $676,000. 14% of homes are valued between $678,000 and $1,000,000. And a whopping 5% of Bristol homes exceed $1,000,000 in value.
About 26% of Bristol homes were built before 1940. Another 30% were built between 1940 and 1969, 35% were constructed between 1970 and 2000, and 9% were constructed after 2001.
The median household income in Bristol is $81,720, which is slightly more affluent than the median income for the rest of the state which was $73,305 as of September 2023. With its cozy size, location, and home values, it is clear why Bristol is one of the most sought-after destinations to move. That’s why you should choose the most trusted Bristol mover for over 123 years; Arpin of RI.
Arpin of RI offers many different options for packing and preparing your items for your move depending on how much you’re physically able to participate. We can pack a lot, very little, or we can blend our resources together to make sure every fragile item is handled in a way that delivers a safe move and a great value.
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How does the Bristol move process work?
The first step in a successful move to Bristol is a thorough, accurate estimate of all of the services that may be required for your move. Our experienced salesperson will come to your residence to meet with you, listen to your needs and requests, and personally view the contents of your household. Once the salesperson understands what is needed and requested, they will provide you with a written quote that lists all of the potential charges. Our pricing process is totally transparent; you can pick the services you need a la carte. If you prefer to pack some or all of your items in boxes, we offer “gently used” cartons free of charge. Jut stop by our warehouse in West Warwick to pick them up anytime Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm.
How much does it cost to move to Bristol?
Arpin offers Bristol customers value and safety while other movers offer low price and high risk. Our pricing is based on an hourly charge for the crew and truck that is regulated by the RI Public Utilities Commission. While our hourly rates are competitive, we feel that our crews are faster and more effective than the competition because they are better trained and more experienced. The speed and effectiveness of our movers gives you lower overall costs and a better overall value in the end.
Arpin of RI offers our Bristol customers the most diverse set of moving services in the state; packing, long distance moving, local moving, commercial moving, and many different storage options. To find out more visit arpinri.com.
Tips to avoid moving scams
Since most shopping for moving services occurs online, customers may be easily duped and defrauded by rogue movers by slick web sites. Here are some guidelines to help avoid being defrauded.
- Buy local in the 401. Always insist on an in-person visit by a salesperson rather than an over the phone or virtual estimate. It is very easy for an unscrupulous rogue mover to pretend they are local movers over the phone when they may be hundreds or thousands of miles away. Arpin of RI has been located in RI since 1900 and has served the people of RI for generations. Arpin will always make an in-person sales visit to your residence to ensure an accurate weight or time quote and to identify access issues before they become problems.
- Don’t give a deposit. If you’re asked for a deposit to make a reservation for your Bristol move by an online mover, assume they are scamming you. Arpin of RI never requires a deposit to hold the date for your move. If the online mover assumes you have so little integrity that they must get half of the monies up front, you have chosen the wrong movers.
Are they an independent mover with their own trucks or are the just a broker. Many rogue movers are just move brokers and have no trucks to actually handle your belongings. Typically, they farm out your move to another mover who has little or no accountability for service failures or damage. Arpin of RI has a fleet of trucks and will handle your Bristol move in-house, or with one of their partner agencies. They are fully licensed and insured to move shipments across town or across the country. - Know where your items are being stored. Many rogue movers pretend that they have warehousing facilities and will store your goods wherever they can get the cheapest rate. Take time to actually visit the storage facility to ensure that your items are well protected from damage, pilferage, or contamination. Arpin of RI has a massive warehouse located in West Warwick that is always available for inspection to ensure you have peace of mind when you turn over the possession of your household items to us.