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Avatar for All My Sons Moving & Storage
All My Sons Moving & Storage
4.4(
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Moving In-State

Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The 2 guys, Frank and Christian, worked so hard. After moving a large home during the day, they moved us all evening until after 10pm. They were very professional and nice!"
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+4

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
181 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Movin Onn LLC
5.0(
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Moving In-State

Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They didn’t just remove trash. They also helped me move furniture around in my home and they were very handy with building some things that I needed put together."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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OM Van Lines
5.0(
8
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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was in search for movers to help me and my family move to NC. I didn't feel like doing the move myself this time around and sure I found this company OM Van Lines last minute. I was offered a great deal to get my move done and it wasn't as expensive as I thought I was going to be. My wife and family are happy and just wanted to say thank you guys. You guys made this a very pleasant experience. Highly recommend."
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+2

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Woodland Moving and Warehouse, Inc.
4.2(
38
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-StateProfessional Moving Service - Piano

Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1914

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Woodland Moving was incredibly accommodating, my closing date must have changed at least three times and every time I called they were incredible. The guys came on my move date on time, they were friendly and professional."
Response time2 days
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Valerie Spencer Interiors LLC
5.0(
90
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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Valerie Spencer Interiors LLC: Precision Window Treatment Installation and Handyman Service. Blinds,shades and interior shutter measurement,installation,repairs and sales. Small job specialty handyman service. Certified professional installer for Hunter Douglas, Kirsch/Levelor as well as Somfy motorized products. Former preferred installer for JC Penney custom decorating. Experience with all product lines including Bali, Graber, Smith&Noble and 3Day blinds. Independent, work with decorators, work rooms and fabricators as well as the general public. Experience with both residential and commercial window covering installs and can measure for and install all varieties of hard and soft window treatments including custom cornices and valences, shades/blinds, drapery treatments and shutters. Also repair many window treatments including corded,cordless and motorized. Detail oriented former engineer with excellent references from customers attesting to the quality and integrity of my service. Handyman small job specialist including: flat screen tv, mirror and picture hanging. Lighting including ceiling fans and lamp repairs. Electrical,plumbing and appliance repair. Furniture assembly and setup,doors and locks and more.\n\nAngiesList Super Service Award since 2016. Fully insured. Rates are very competitive. Will travel to jobs anywhere in the state. If you're looking for a reliable, top notch measurement, installation and repair person look no further. Please call us today to schedule your appointment - (860) 638-8562.

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Moving questions, answered by experts

If you’re using a moving company, the best move in date typically occurs on a weekday in the middle of the month between September and April. Mid-month moves on weekdays are less popular and therefore less costly, and the weather will usually be less severe in the fall or spring. However, if staying on budget is your priority, a mid-month move on a weekday in the winter is your best bet at finding the best deal. 

When planning an out-of-state move, you should aim to save enough money to cover at least two to three months of living expenses, including rent, food, utilities, and transportation. Ideally, saving for six months or more is best, especially if you don't have a job lined up. You also need to budget for the transition costs, such as a moving vehicle rental, hiring movers, and packing materials. Cross-country moves typically cost between $2,400 and $6,860. You can calculate your estimated moving costs in advance based on factors like distance, weight, and the number of bedrooms.

The cost of a long-distance move depends on several factors, including whether you hire movers, use a moving truck, and the size of your move. For a 1,000-mile move, you’ll need to hire interstate movers and ask them for an estimate based on the details of your move. Keep in mind that a 1,000-mile move will likely cost $10,000 or more.

Typically, local moves involve either renting a moving truck and moving yourself or hiring local movers to do the job. For long-distance moves, options include hiring a full-service moving company that handles packing, loading, transportation, and unloading, or using a self-moving service where you load your belongings into a container or trailer and have it transported. Another option is hiring professional movers for labor-only services, where they assist with loading and unloading your rented truck. You can also opt for moving pods or moving containers that can be transported to the destination.

When loading a moving truck, the general rule is to load the heaviest and largest items first to create a stable base at the front of the truck, which helps balance the weight. You can start with large furniture like sofas, beds, mattresses, and tables to form a solid foundation, or begin by placing your heaviest boxes against the truck's walls to create a base layer. After the base is set, continue loading other large items like appliances and square furniture. Lighter and smaller objects, including most of your boxes, should be loaded last. They can be packed into gaps, around, and on top of the heavier items to maximize space. Following this order makes unloading easier and helps prevent damage to your belongings.

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