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Q: Do I need permits when moving across the country?

• <div><p>If you are hiring professional movers, their company will handle any permits and similar arrangements. But if you are renting a truck to move yourself, you may have to pay permits when moving across state lines or away from a specific city or town. Research your move and its requirements as you plan. Most states, cities, and even rental companies offer useful information about what permits you may need.</p></div>

Q: Can you lay down a grandfather clock to move it?

• <div><p>Yes, you can very carefully lay down a grandfather clock to move it, but it requires a bit of prep work. Remember, all of your clock's components and mechanisms are delicate, and shifting them can cause serious damage. Before laying it down, you will need to remove these pieces, plus the weights and the pendulum.</p></div>

Q: Do I need insurance for my moving pod?

• <div><p>Yes, you need insurance for a moving pod. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/moving-insurance-worth-cost.htm">Moving insurance is worth the cost</a> because it can help pay to replace any damaged or destroyed items during the move. Without insurance, you&rsquo;d be on the hook to pay for those replacements entirely out of pocket. </p></div>

Q: How can I move my couch through a narrow doorway?

• <div><p>To move a couch through a narrow doorway, first measure the couch and the doorway to ensure it will fit. For a close fit, you can create more space by removing the interior door; tap out the hinge pins with a nail and shift the door sideways to remove it from its hinges. You may need to turn the couch on its side or move it in separate pieces, if possible. Using furniture sliders can also help you slide the couch through the doorway.</p></div>

Q: How do I move a shipping container myself?

• <div><p>The simplest way to move a shipping container yourself is with a tilt-bed truck. However, you&rsquo;ll still need to figure out how to get the container on and off the truck.</p></div>

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Last update on October 01, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
Carter is easy to work with. He's prompt, professional and he finished the work in a timely manner.
CCC Contracting L.L.C.
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Reviewed in August 2025
Excellent service, installation, and courteous installers that resulted in superb finished product (including complete removal of old shower/tub) Would highly recommend to anyone looking to replace their current shower/tub to new outstanding Mad City product!
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in June 2024
Our floors turned out better than I ever could have expected. The price was reasonable and the company responsive. Would use them again.
Dinsmore Flooring, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2023
Ryan and Kaden worked well together very nice very polite - did an excellent job took photos of finished attic to show me they cleaned up when done highly recommended this company and this team
Energy Nerds
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Reviewed in June 2022
Very happy with the professional work done. Did a remodel of owner’s bath within original footprint. Had option of choosing materials or taking suggestions. I opted for the latter with beautiful results. Bath will be a major selling point when offered for sale.
Se-Ta Home Improvement
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Reviewed in April 2021
Awesome work great guys very good work the floor turned out beautiful
Footprints Floors of Omaha
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Reviewed in August 2017
Beau was extremely responsive, professional, and an overall amazing contractor to work with. Being a military family, we found out last minute we would have to put our house up for sale and move. Beau ensured the job got done quickly (without skimping on quality) and in time to put our home up...
Premier Painting
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Reviewed in June 2017
Great!. We flew in to help with the move. Arpin did move the date back a day later after we arrived but showed up promptly on moving day. The movers came with a big truck and loaded everything my parents wanted moved including a piano and freezer from the basement. No extra charges for...
Arpin Van Lines - Holiday Van & Storage
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Reviewed in October 2013
They did not advice over the phone they charged for estimates. I didn't have any details of the estimate and they insisted an immediate payment for them driving out. It cost over $285.00 but argued down to $220. I really wanted the service but after receiving their estimate, I should have never...
River City Chimney Sweep LLC
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Reviewed in August 2012
I think the example that I provided pretty self explanatory about how it went. Besides the daily spamming and high prices, this company's name alone is a complete misrepresentation and I would never recommend them unless I wanted to get even with someone. If you see good reviews for this company...
Always Professional in Moving
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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving

4.8(

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Serving Malvern, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Utilizing All Service Moving for the move was a very positive experience. They had good communication, answering several questions prior to the move and did a final confirmation just prior to the move date. As for the physical move itself, Jose, Abraham, and Alberto were polite, diligent, and careful moving the many items, and managed to complete the move more quickly than anticipated."

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

+34

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Long Distance Movers USA

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Serving Malvern, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had the best experience with this moving company. Very professional, fast and responsive."

Response time3 days

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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Abel Alcaraz

New to Angi

Serving Malvern, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

My name is Abel with 16ft box truck, at your service.

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Adams Van Lines

New to Angi

Serving Malvern, 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

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Serving Malvern, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

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"Amazing moving company. Very efficient, organized, professional, affordable. I have done three moves with them and I highly recommend Moving APT."

Recommended by88%of homeowners

Serving Malvern, 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!!"

+62

Recommended by94%of homeowners

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Maple Street Movers Co.

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Serving Malvern, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This company just helped me with getting moved out and moved in. Very quick and efficient I would highly recommend this company for your next move"

Recommended by50%of homeowners

Serving Malvern, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A Plus Moving Group is the best moving company I have ever used! Their staff is highly trained and experienced, and they took care of everything, making my move effortless. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a top-notch moving company."

A Plus Moving Group mover during the local move

A Plus Moving Group movers during the local move

A Plus Moving Group mover and our dearest client

+39

Response time1 day

Recommended by78%of homeowners

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Welcome Home Moving Services

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Serving Malvern, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jerome and Adam from J & Z Moving were great. They had my stuff loaded quickly and all of the furniture fit through the doors without being broken down."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Malvern, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great move with nationwide movers. The whole team was fantastic."

Response time9 hrs

Response rate97%

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Moving questions, answered by experts

If you are hiring professional movers, their company will handle any permits and similar arrangements. But if you are renting a truck to move yourself, you may have to pay permits when moving across state lines or away from a specific city or town. Research your move and its requirements as you plan. Most states, cities, and even rental companies offer useful information about what permits you may need.

Yes, you can very carefully lay down a grandfather clock to move it, but it requires a bit of prep work. Remember, all of your clock's components and mechanisms are delicate, and shifting them can cause serious damage. Before laying it down, you will need to remove these pieces, plus the weights and the pendulum.

Yes, you need insurance for a moving pod. Moving insurance is worth the cost because it can help pay to replace any damaged or destroyed items during the move. Without insurance, you’d be on the hook to pay for those replacements entirely out of pocket.

To move a couch through a narrow doorway, first measure the couch and the doorway to ensure it will fit. For a close fit, you can create more space by removing the interior door; tap out the hinge pins with a nail and shift the door sideways to remove it from its hinges. You may need to turn the couch on its side or move it in separate pieces, if possible. Using furniture sliders can also help you slide the couch through the doorway.

The simplest way to move a shipping container yourself is with a tilt-bed truck. However, you’ll still need to figure out how to get the container on and off the truck.

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