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Avatar for Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
4.8(
425
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All Service Moving was exceptional. Great customer service - easy to schedule and flexible. Royce & Frost did an AMAZING job moving all of our very heavy and fragile belongings. They handled all of our requests and items with care and worked both efficiently and quickly. They were super friendly and very customer service oriented. I can't thank them enough for the GREAT job they did. I highly recommend All Service Moving for anything moving and/or storage related. And DEFINITELY request Royce & Frost to handle your job. Thank You!"
Unloading team
Aaron on the left is the crew lead of the entire two truck job. This photo is during the load.
The loading team at commercial building 1 in SW Portland.
Loading the grand Piano with a custom built 6 wheel off road dolly
Tier building

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Beefcake Moving & Storage, Inc.
4.7(
327
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Moving Out-of-StateMoving In-State

Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A truly seamless move. They were very good at communicating before the move. Day of the team was awesome. The whole team was professional and kind. If I ever move again, I will definitely be calling them."
Size does matter
16 foot box trucks
26 foot box truck trucks
Double truck delivery
Kitchen packed

+42

Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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NATIONWIDE MOVING, INC.
4.9(
18
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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nationwide made my moving experience easy. This is my third time moving cross country. The other two times prior were a disaster. Nationwide Moving really came through. Handle my belongings with care. Very polite crew and stood by their estimate and did not increase my move. I highly recommend."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pure Relocation Services LLC
5.0(
14
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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a trusted long-distance moving company specializing in safe, efficient, and stress-free relocations across the United States. Whether you?re moving your home or business, our experienced team handles every step of the process with precision and care.\n From packing and loading to transportation and delivery, we provide full-service moving solutions tailored to your needs. Our trained movers use high-quality materials and proven techniques to ensure your belongings arrive securely and on time.\nCheck out our BBB rating/page at: https://www.bbb.org/us/wi/oregon/profile/relocation-services/pure-relocation-services-0694-1000057424#sealclick\nCheck out more reviews on our Google page as well: https://share.google/GjeAIkZjDgPhWXT09

Recommended by28%of homeowners
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Pure Relocation Services LLC
5.0(
9
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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently hired this company to move my two-bedroom apartment, and they did an amazing job from start to finish. The team arrived on time, worked efficiently, and handled all of my furniture and boxes with great care. They wrapped everything properly, made sure nothing was damaged, and even helped place items exactly where I wanted them in my new place. What really stood out was how friendly, patient, and professional the movers were the entire time. They made the whole process stress-free and way easier than I expected. If you?re looking for a reliable, hardworking moving company, I definitely recommend them. I?d hire them again without hesitation!"
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Bike packing
Our team
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
64 neighbors recently requested a quote
Buck's Movers & Piano Experts
5.0(
2
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Professional Moving Service - Piano

Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Welcome and allow me to introduce Buck's movers. We are a locally owned and operated, independent full service moving company. We are fully Licensed and Insured. We specialize in moving both residential and commercial customers in the most efficient way. We have been moving In State and Surronding States for over 15 years and we'll try the hardest to satisfy our entire customer's moving needs. If it's home, apartment or office, we make the normally stressful event be stress-free and smooth. We never cancel a move even if one of our vehicles breaks down as we have backup vehicles. Your satisfaction is our priority. RESIDENTIAL MOVES & COMMERCIAL MOVES & PIANO MOVES ,, PALLETS, MACHINERY & MORE *We do not use day laborers - only professionals. FLAT RATE MOVES We specialize in Long Distance Moving & Transport.

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+15

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Moving questions, answered by experts

There are several effective ways to save money when hiring a moving company, primarily by handling some tasks yourself and being strategic with scheduling. Consider these methods:

  • Pack Your Own Belongings: You can significantly reduce costs by packing and protecting your items yourself. This includes wrapping delicate items, organizing them into boxes, and taping the boxes closed. You can use towels, clothes, and suitcases to pack belongings and protect breakables.

  • Provide Your Own Materials: Source free packing materials from friends and family, or reuse boxes and bubble wrap from a previous move.

  • Schedule Strategically: Book your move well in advance. Rates are often lower if you schedule your move on a weekday during the off-season, which typically runs from October through April.

  • Compare Quotes: Get moving quotes from at least three professional movers in your area. This allows you to compare services and choose the best value.

  • Ask for Discounts: Inquire if the moving company offers any special coupons or deals.

  • Purchase Moving Insurance: Protect your investment by purchasing moving insurance, especially for expensive or antique belongings.

  • Divide the Labor: While you can save money by packing, it's wise to leave the more dangerous and physically demanding work—like loading, unloading, and moving heavy furniture—to the professionals.

For a long trip, it is less expensive to schedule a one-way rental since you're driving fewer miles. Plus, it's usually not feasible to move across the country and then drive the vehicle back to where you got it. However, a round-trip option makes more sense if you're moving in town.

The first step in moving a house is to provide blueprints and assess which parts of the house you can move. The next steps are obtaining permits, inspecting the structure, securing road permits, and getting bank approval.

When it's time to move, professionals can prepare the house by disconnecting utilities, removing items, and adding support braces. The house is then lifted with steel beams, jacked up, and placed on dollies for transport. Once it’s at the new location, it gets lowered onto the new foundation, utilities get reconnected, and additional features, like porches or garages, are added.

Using moving pods is generally cheaper than hiring a full-service moving company, primarily because you handle the packing and loading yourself, which eliminates labor costs. The cost savings are most significant for long-distance or cross-country moves; for local moves, hiring a moving company might be the more economical option. Renting and shipping moving pods can cost between $2,000 and $5,000, depending on factors like distance, the number of containers, and the weight of your items. Some services also charge a monthly rental fee of $75 to $200. In comparison, hiring a professional moving company for a long-distance move typically costs between $2,700 and $10,000.

Renting a moving truck or using a shipping container (or moving pod) are typically the cheapest ways to move long-distance. For moving a few items, a container can cost as little as $700. Renting a standard-sized moving truck averages between $1,200 and $2,100. For longer distances, moving pods can become more cost-effective, as you can ship the pod to your destination and avoid transportation costs like gas, mileage, and lodging.

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