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Q: What is the cheapest way to move long-distance, such as to another state or cross-country?

• <div><p>Renting a moving truck or using a shipping container (or moving pod) are typically the cheapest ways to move long-distance. For moving a few items, a container can cost as little as $700. Renting a standard-sized moving truck averages between $1,200 and $2,100. For longer distances, moving pods can become more cost-effective, as you can ship the pod to your destination and avoid transportation costs like gas, mileage, and lodging.</p></div>

Q: Why is it so expensive to move a pool table?

• <div><p>Pool tables are exceptionally heavy, some weighing as much as <b>2,500 pounds</b>. As a result, they require multiple movers to move, and because of their size, it's difficult to get them upstairs or around tight corners. You can save money on pool table moving by using your own packing supplies and disassembling them before movers arrive. </p></div>

Q: How do I move a heavy couch upstairs?

• <div><p>Start by removing any obstacles in the moving path, such as side tables, lamps, or other furniture. If your couch has legs, unscrew them. Measure the couch and the stairway to ensure you have enough room; if it seems unlikely, examine the shape and size of the couch and decide whether it might fit better up the stairway and through doorways on its side, held diagonally, or moved in an upright position.</p><p>Consider putting the sofa on a dolly to go up the stairs. It should be able to fit upright on a standard dolly with wheels. You&rsquo;ll still need to lift the dolly&mdash;with the couch on it&mdash;up the stairs, but it will reduce the physical strain. The person holding the dolly should pull the couch up, while the helper should be on the other side, keeping the couch secure and steady.</p><p>If you don&rsquo;t have a dolly, the person in front should lift the couch slightly higher than the person in the back to create more stability. The person in the back should also be the stronger mover, as most of the weight will be distributed there.</p></div>

Q: Can I pay movers to pack my stuff?

• <div><p>Yes: Many moving companies also offer packing services, so you can get a quote that covers the entire move from start to finish. </p></div>

Q: Is hiring movers worth it?

• <div><p>Deciding whether it's worth it to hire movers depends on your budget, patience, and physical capabilities. It's difficult to gauge the amount of work that moving calls for, and it's easy to be off by about tenfold. </p><p>If you're able to call in some favors and round up friends to help, you might get through it just fine, but if you only have a few hands helping, things can quickly get overwhelming. Either way, bringing in the pros will save considerable time and stress, so if it's within your budget, it's a great investment.</p></div>

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Last update on January 24, 2022

Reviewed in January 2022
Tim was our service technicianâ ¦and he did an amazing job! Super professional, polite and took very good care of everything he needed to move. Very detailed, and did a great job explaining everything to us. Was a great experience and I will recommend to anyone. Also, Lisa from the customer...
Mr. Appliance
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Reviewed in April 2021
My tree was a 70 or80 ft split beast in a wooded residential area. They took it down without damaging a thing. They are very skilled men. They are friendly and let me know every move they made. I highly recommend them. And will hire them again.
Tree Lancers
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Reviewed in May 2020
Claudia and her staff did an excellent job cleaning my daughter's house before they moved in. The previous owners left a bit of a mess and you would never know it by the time they were done. They cleaned from top to bottom and everything just sparkled. We will definitely hire again.
Claudia Cleaning services
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Reviewed in April 2019
This was the worst moving co we have ever used . Do not hire these guys . They gave us an estimate and then the movers wouldnt do the work . They did not finish the job and tried to get us to do a side deal with us z
All My Sons Moving & Storage
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Reviewed in March 2018
Discovered my water heater had went out over night and was leaking all over my garage. Called Water Heater Express out of the blue at 8 a.m. and they were at my door by 9:30. After assessing the situation and taking a few measurements I was given an estimate which was right in align with what I...
Water Heaters Express
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Reviewed in January 2018
It is so hard to find moving companies who are experts at long distance transports. It really is a long way I was relocating to and so I had to be extra careful while choosing my movers. I chose Master Movers on the basis of their previous work with one of my colleagues. They didn't disappoint...
Master Movers LLC
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Reviewed in December 2017
Worst move ever. They didn't verify the delivery address and arrived 3 hours late after 2 calls asking where they were. They gave us a price then added almost $700 after we were told we were paid in full. They had 1 mover that did almost nothing and was cursed out by another mover for his...
Joyce Van Lines Inc
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Reviewed in October 2017
Showed up in a rental truck 1 1/2 later than planned. The packing team left packing materials in 4 rooms of the house that was being moved. It was our understanding they would unwrap all the furniture in the house. That did not happen. We had to unwrap 2 pieces of furniture. The living room was...
Red Cheetah Moving, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2016
Amazing! Very polite and highly professional gentleman. We moved from a very large home into another large home. They worked long hours and were cautious with our items. Highly recommend
JLopez Moving
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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving

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Serving Darlington, IN 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!"

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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John Mitchell Moving/Two Guys & A Truck

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Serving Darlington, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

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"I have moved several times and I would never use any other company! I have Chris and Phil move us and they are VERY efficient nothing gets broken and I have to say they are quick! I also love dealing with Kay in the office always very pleasant. I’m probably buying a house next year and like I said I will only use this company and my two guys ?"

Response time2 days

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Sherman Moving & Storage Company Inc

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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-StateProfessional Moving Service - Piano

Serving Darlington, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1932

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"Don’t know yet. Moving services to be done Monday January 30 , 2023"

Response time10 hrs

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Meridian Piano Movers

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Professional Moving Service - Piano

Serving Darlington, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"movers were fantastic! Very professional and efficient. Highly recommended."

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Pro Express Moving, LLC

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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Darlington, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have used Pro Express Moving three times in the last three years, and they have done an excellent job with every move. I'm constantly impressed with their speed of packing, handling of heavy items, and thoroughness in unpacking. They are professional and reliable, which is everything you want in a moving company."

Response time4 hrs

Response rate100%

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Perfectly Fast Moving, LLC

Serving Darlington, IN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The best company in ever moved And I moved 10 times The price is right ?? I would recommend this company to everyone"

Response time3 hrs

Response rate100%

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Pure Relocation Services LLC

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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Darlington, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

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"Mike is simply a professional! He was very thorough in his handling of my furniture. Everything was carefully wrapped and arrived in perfect condition. He explained the whole process to me and helped me with any other questions I may have had. And he arrived on schedule! Over all I highly recommend him to anyone looking for moving services. He?s simply the best!"

Response time1 day

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National Van Lines, Inc.

Serving Darlington, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1929

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My move with National Van Lines was seamless and stress-free. The team arrived on time, worked efficiently, and kept me updated throughout the entire process. They took great care with all my belongings, making the move much easier than I anticipated. Iâ m very pleased with their service!"

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

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Serving Darlington, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Moveking, LLC has 13 years of moving experience and is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business.\n\nExclusive focus: We specialize strictly in full-service, long-distance moves across the country. All-inclusive care: Every project includes professional packing, loading, transport, and unloading by our trained team.\n\nNo partial services: We do not offer labor-only help, hourly loading for DIY trucks, or standalone truck rentals. Quality guarantee: This lets us control safety and quality from your old home to your new one.\n\nContact our team today to schedule your worry-free, smooth move.

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NATIONWIDE MOVING, INC.

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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Darlington, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

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"recently moved from Fort Lauderdale to Dallas, TX, and I had a great experience from start to finish. The team was professional, reliable, and made the entire moving process feel smooth and stress-free. They handled everything with care, communicated well, and made sure my belongings arrived safely. Moving out of state can be overwhelming, but they made it so much easier. I truly appreciate their hard work and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy moving company."

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Moving questions, answered by experts

Renting a moving truck or using a shipping container (or moving pod) are typically the cheapest ways to move long-distance. For moving a few items, a container can cost as little as $700. Renting a standard-sized moving truck averages between $1,200 and $2,100. For longer distances, moving pods can become more cost-effective, as you can ship the pod to your destination and avoid transportation costs like gas, mileage, and lodging.

Pool tables are exceptionally heavy, some weighing as much as 2,500 pounds. As a result, they require multiple movers to move, and because of their size, it's difficult to get them upstairs or around tight corners. You can save money on pool table moving by using your own packing supplies and disassembling them before movers arrive.

Start by removing any obstacles in the moving path, such as side tables, lamps, or other furniture. If your couch has legs, unscrew them. Measure the couch and the stairway to ensure you have enough room; if it seems unlikely, examine the shape and size of the couch and decide whether it might fit better up the stairway and through doorways on its side, held diagonally, or moved in an upright position.

Consider putting the sofa on a dolly to go up the stairs. It should be able to fit upright on a standard dolly with wheels. You’ll still need to lift the dolly—with the couch on it—up the stairs, but it will reduce the physical strain. The person holding the dolly should pull the couch up, while the helper should be on the other side, keeping the couch secure and steady.

If you don’t have a dolly, the person in front should lift the couch slightly higher than the person in the back to create more stability. The person in the back should also be the stronger mover, as most of the weight will be distributed there.

Yes: Many moving companies also offer packing services, so you can get a quote that covers the entire move from start to finish.

Deciding whether it's worth it to hire movers depends on your budget, patience, and physical capabilities. It's difficult to gauge the amount of work that moving calls for, and it's easy to be off by about tenfold.

If you're able to call in some favors and round up friends to help, you might get through it just fine, but if you only have a few hands helping, things can quickly get overwhelming. Either way, bringing in the pros will save considerable time and stress, so if it's within your budget, it's a great investment.

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