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Avatar for Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
4.8(
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Serving Ankeny, IA 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!"
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Aaron on the left is the crew lead of the entire two truck job. This photo is during the load.
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Loading the grand Piano with a custom built 6 wheel off road dolly
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+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Big Shoulders Moving & Storage
4.2(
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Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very smooth move with these movers. They gave me the lowest quotation so I went with them for the move. They disassembled and wrapped everything carefully, so nothing was scratched. They were very quick, only took a few hours to move our whole apt. The final price ended up being near the estimate so I was satisfied!"
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16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Adams Van Lines
New to Angi

Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Adams Van Lines stands out for its customer service, with dedicated moving specialists available 24/7 to answer any client question or concern. The company has successfully facilitated the relocation of over 75,000 families and specializes in both residential and commercial Long Distance moves, furniture packing, and more Adams Van lines know the ins and outs of the industry, and they do thire best to share what they have learned with thire customers

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
4.5(
282
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Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Moving APT made our cross-country move incredibly smooth and stress-free! From the initial quote to the final delivery, their team was professional and efficient. They handled our apartment move with care, ensuring our furniture arrived without a scratch. Highly recommend them for anyone planning a long-distance move!"
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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HireAHelper
4.4(
332
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Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Our moving team was right on time, very efficient and respectful. They did an excellent job packing a very full truck for a cross country move. When we got there, nothing shifted, nothing broke. They were great, would highly recommend!!"
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Moving in the Snow

+62

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Big Shoulders Moving & Storage
4.4(
274
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Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Overall a good job moving us from Orland Park out west. The dispatcher was a little hard to reach on the weekend but the actual moving crew worked hard."
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+13

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
Recommended by51%of homeowners
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Prime Time Relocation
4.8(
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Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had an excellent move with Derek. He and his staff were prompt, courteous, efficient and careful with our possessions. Our move was complicated in that they had to drop some of our things at an apartment and the rest in two storage lockers. The storage lockers involved transferring our things from the large moving van to a smaller truck. Everything went off without a hitch. No damage whatsoever to our possessions, and Derek even figured out how to use two storage lockers instead of three, saving us money. We highly recommend Derek and his company. Best move we’ve had, by far."
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Moving questions, answered by experts

Yes, it’s possible, but it’s important to be extremely careful, and always remove rocks and heavier hardscape items. Drain all the water from the tank, leaving just enough to keep the gravel slightly submerged to keep your bacteria alive. Then, grab a helper or two and carefully lift the tank from either side, supporting the bottom and keeping it level. If the tank is especially heavy, consider slipping plywood underneath to minimize pressure on the glass. Be sure to pack it so it stays level and doesn’t shift during transit.

Never attempt to move a partially-filled tank, especially with the fish still in it. Even a minor alteration or adjustment in your movement can cause the water to move, disrupting the balance and potentially causing you to drop the tank or strain your back to prevent it from falling. However, you should maintain enough water on the bottom to keep the substrate slightly submerged during transit.

Hiring professional movers is usually worth the investment. These moving pros have the expertise and experience to get the job done quickly and safely, saving you time and potentially avoiding damage to your belongings. Professionals are especially a good idea if you’re moving long distances or large, bulky items, like furniture, pianos, or vehicles. Pros will also know when you need moving permits based on where you live and whether or not the moving truck will block traffic. 

The most expensive part of moving is hiring professional movers. However, hiring a pro is more efficient and less stressful, so many people find the cost worth it. You’ll also spend a lot of money on packing supplies, including boxes, tape, and bubble wrap, so ask around to see if any friends or family members have old supplies you can use for free.

Planning ahead is essential—this will give you the chance to coordinate your move during weekends or after business hours, and set up essential services in your new office before moving day to minimize downtime. Start by creating a detailed timeline and checklist for every phase of the move, from packing to unpacking. Inform your employees, clients, and vendors about the move well in advance, including any expected disruptions and how you plan to manage them. Delegate responsibilities to ensure all aspects of the move are covered. Lastly, set up the essentials at the new location first to resume operations quickly.

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