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Q: When should I start packing clothes for a move?

• <div><p>You should give yourself ample time to pack clothes for a move. For best results, begin packing at least a few weeks before moving. The packing process may take shorter or longer depending on how many clothes you have and the size of your home. Start with clothing that&rsquo;s out of season and work you way to the pieces you plan to pack in your moving-day suitcase.</p></div>

Q: Is it less expensive to move a house or build one?

• <div><p>Building a house is generally more expensive upfront than moving an existing one. However, the total cost depends on factors such as location, size, materials, labor, and permits. Moving a house can incur significant expenses for transportation, permits, site preparation, and renovations. On the other hand, building a new house allows for customization and may have lower long-term maintenance costs.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to move a hot tub?

• <div><p>On average, it may take around three to five hours to complete the process of moving a hot tub, from disconnecting and draining it to actually moving it. The time required for hot tub moving depends on various factors, including the tub's size, accessibility, and distance to the new location. </p></div>

Q: How much weight can moving straps lift?

• <div><p>Moving straps like forearm or shoulder straps can usually support up to <b>800 pounds</b>, sometimes more with specialized straps. However, that doesn&rsquo;t mean that one person can always lift that much weight, just that the straps are rated for that amount. For example, some straps require two people working together to balance the weight of the heavy item.</p></div>

Q: What is the oldest that my mobile home can be to move?

• <div><p>According to the <a href="https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/housing/rmra/mhs/faqs">U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development,</a> mobile homes built before 1976 do not meet the current safety standards and shouldn&rsquo;t be moved even a short distance.</p></div>

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Last update on December 17, 2025

Reviewed in December 2025
A really nice guy did the work.
WireOne
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Reviewed in May 2025
Andries gave me a fair estimate to rebuild the retaining wall along my drive and a smaller one in my flower bed. The crew worked amazingly fast within just a few short hours the walls were completely taken apart and reassembled. The few questions I had were answered honestly and respectfully....
MTZ Concrete Corp.
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Reviewed in November 2024
Did a great job. Polite. Didn?t waste time. Great company.
Halo Design Build, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
The work was done quickly and the crew went above and beyond to complete all of the promised work in a quality fashion. This included work making referrals and closing up extra areas of the work area. They removed the old nasty shower, installed the new tub, consulted for heights of the shower...
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in August 2023
NEAT Method Des Moines is an amazing business that I have used for 2 different projects (so far). They unpacked ALL of our boxes so we could move back in after a major house remodel. What the team did in 5 hours would have taken me weeks to accomplish. They organized everything into like...
Neat Method Des Moines
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Reviewed in June 2023
How easy of a process this was. The customer service is excellent and we could not be happier!
Dog Guard
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Reviewed in June 2023
He was very friendly and very easy to work with. Delivered a nice finished product as well! Will definitely be reaching out for other projects around the house as well!
Mountain Vista Landscaping
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Reviewed in April 2022
Professional attitude. Easy to communicate with
Fee's Roofing and Gutters
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Reviewed in September 2021
Mike and his workers were very hard-working. They were also pleasant to be around. They were accommodating when I asked them to either wear foot covers or remove their shoes as we had just had the carpets cleaned the day prior. The only complaint I had was that the glass from a 150+ year old...
Mike's Hauling Service
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Reviewed in August 2021
Jeremy, the owner, was so easy to work with. He answered all my questions without hesitation and explained everything I didn't understand. Very nice person and I would highly recommend him
All Iowa Radon Mitigation
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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving

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Serving New Sharon, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had Sam, Bradley, and Mason assist us with a move from one part of King County to the other. They were kind, patient, professional, adhered to CDC COVID-19 guidelines, and made our experience much more pleasant. Moreover, Emma also helped us locate crating and packing materials for the move."

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

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Response time1 day

Response rate100%

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Long Distance Movers USA

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Serving New Sharon, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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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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Bennett's Moving Company, LLC

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Serving New Sharon, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Bennett’s Moving Company, LLC is a fully licensed and insured moving company based in Marion, Iowa. We proudly serve Johnson County and surrounding areas with professional residential and commercial moving services. We also specialize in furniture installation, reinstallation, assembly, and setup. Our experienced team is committed to providing reliable, efficient, and careful service for every move and project.

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Response time9 hrs

Response rate93%

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Adams Van Lines

New to Angi

Serving New Sharon, 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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Smooth Ryder LLC

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Serving New Sharon, IA and surrounding areas

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I'm the owner-operator of Smooth Ryder LLC based in Waterloo. I run a 2015 International and am looking to provide reliable, direct-to-owner services for your routes.

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

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Serving New Sharon, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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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 New Sharon, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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"The guys did a fantastic job moving everything even though the freight elevator was out of commission."

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Recommended by94%of homeowners

Serving New Sharon, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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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

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Response time1 day

Recommended by78%of homeowners

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Welcome Home Moving Services

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Serving New Sharon, 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 New Sharon, 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

You should give yourself ample time to pack clothes for a move. For best results, begin packing at least a few weeks before moving. The packing process may take shorter or longer depending on how many clothes you have and the size of your home. Start with clothing that’s out of season and work you way to the pieces you plan to pack in your moving-day suitcase.

Building a house is generally more expensive upfront than moving an existing one. However, the total cost depends on factors such as location, size, materials, labor, and permits. Moving a house can incur significant expenses for transportation, permits, site preparation, and renovations. On the other hand, building a new house allows for customization and may have lower long-term maintenance costs.

On average, it may take around three to five hours to complete the process of moving a hot tub, from disconnecting and draining it to actually moving it. The time required for hot tub moving depends on various factors, including the tub's size, accessibility, and distance to the new location.

Moving straps like forearm or shoulder straps can usually support up to 800 pounds, sometimes more with specialized straps. However, that doesn’t mean that one person can always lift that much weight, just that the straps are rated for that amount. For example, some straps require two people working together to balance the weight of the heavy item.

According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, mobile homes built before 1976 do not meet the current safety standards and shouldn’t be moved even a short distance.

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