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Five Stars Movers
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Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"I would recommend Five Stars Movers for any moving project!! On time, professional at every stage and very efficient!! Chris, Jose, and Jesus were the best moving crew I've ever worked with!!"
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by78%of homeowners
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All My Sons Moving & Storage
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Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

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"The two moving persons were incredibly diligent and knowledgeable as well as very personable. Made my move easy and timely! They had a truck and all the equipment to move heavy items and wrapped furniture with their blankets. Highly recommend !"
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Response time9 hrs
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Valerie Spencer Interiors LLC
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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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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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Agile Construction and Home Improvement
4.8(
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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Portland, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Agile Construction, based in Connecticut, specializes in home improvements, including kitchen and bathroom remodels, house flips, and full home renovations. We deliver exceptional craftsmanship and personalized service, ensuring each project reflects your vision and enhances your home’s value. From start to finish, our team is dedicated to making your dream home a reality.

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Response time4 days
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Moving questions, answered by experts

When booking a moving truck, be sure to consult the company guidelines to determine whether they allow plants to ride in the moving vehicle. However, if you’re making a long-distance move, you should transport your plants in a temperature-controlled environment, which may rule out a moving truck. If you can put your plants in the moving truck, consider stacking them in the farthest corner to avoid extreme temperatures.

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.

Movers know the best way to pack different items to protect them during a move and make the most of the space in a moving truck. You can pack your belongings to save money, but there’s a higher risk of damage.

You can lay a refrigerator down to move it with a lot of padding underneath, but it’s best to transport it upright to keep the cooling refrigerant and compressor oil in place. These elements can cause blockages if not given time to settle before turning the fridge on. 

If you need to lay the fridge down to move it, position the fridge door hinges so that doors won’t open while moving.

Moving a one-bedroom apartment yourself can range from $150 to more than $1,500, depending on distance, the amount of belongings you have, and more. On the other hand, the cost of hiring movers for a one-bedroom apartment is around $1,850 on average. You’ll save money with the DIY route, but the process is much more labor-intensive and time-consuming.

The Portland, CT homeowners’ guide to moving services

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