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Q: Can you transport a motorcycle on its side?

• <div><p>No, it is vital to transport a motorcycle upright because of its battery. These batteries are typically not sealed to avoid overpressurization, so the motorcycle could leak battery acid if it lays on its side. Plus, laying it on its side for a long period of time may cause hydrolock, which is when oil leaks into the combustion chamber, making your spark plug unable to ignite the gas due to lack of air.</p></div>

Q: Do I need to hire a moving company, or can I do it myself?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/7-reasons-hire-professional-movers.htm">Hiring professional movers</a> 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&rsquo;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. </p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to rent a moving truck?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-moving-trucks-cost.htm">cost to rent a moving truck</a> is <b>$1,000</b>, with a typical range running between<b> $20 and $3,500</b>, depending on the truck size and how far you are moving.</p></div>

Q: How do long-distance moves work?

• <div><p>Moving across state lines is a similar process to moving within a state. Packing, loading, and unloading of trucks will follow the same process. The primary difference is during transportation, where your belongings may be loaded onto a dedicated moving truck or combined with other shipments, depending on the distance. Your moving company will offer tracking and ongoing communication of your boxes. </p></div>

Q: What is the difference between logistics and movers?

• <div><p>Logistics companies are responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the transportation of goods. They serve various clients and industries, typically offering truck, air, or ocean freight transportation. Movers, on the other hand, usually only serve individuals or small businesses. They are the professionals responsible for physically executing the move, performing tasks such as packing, loading, transporting, and unloading belongings. </p></div>

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Last update on September 17, 2022

Reviewed in September 2022
Chris did a great job replacing the roof on my house 5/23/2022. Zack with a crew of 7 removed and replaced the roof in one day. Chris was very friendly and professional. He is willing to work with you. He gave us three estimates for different grades of shingles. His price was very reasonable. ...
Scesny Roofing
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Reviewed in August 2022
I first hired Joe 16 years ago to work for me here in Maine while he was still living here. He did astoundingly careful and professional work at a very fair price. I was so impressed that I tracked him down in CO, where he had moved. In 2020, I paid for him to fly to ME and he once again...
TREVINO CUSTOM DRYWALL & PAINTING, INC.
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Reviewed in April 2021
Very quick and responsive. We were looking for someone to do the job quickly before we moved in and they were able to get us on their calendars the same week. We, unfortunately, had all the walls painted before this, so we have to go back and touch up all the trim from the stain that splattered...
Sam Floor Sanding
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Reviewed in December 2019
professional work, fantastic clean up at end of job.They took safety seriously.Also made sure vehicles were moved well clear of work area .
Island Garden and Tree
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Reviewed in August 2019
I used them a second time..they are STILL great.. I am moving 3 hours away..bummer...wish I could use them there..
Rocky Hill Services
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Reviewed in August 2018
This company does just about everything and very experienced. For us they replaced outside house trim and moved underground electrical. They worked quickly, did a great job, very careful not to damage any plants around the house. They cleaned up everything when done and you wouldn't even...
Acadia Construction
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Reviewed in July 2018
Excellent results. Professional and helpful with furniture I couldn't move by myself.
C&R Carpet Cleaning & Restoration
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Reviewed in July 2016
Wonderful people. Helped make a complicated move easy. Friendly, kind workers who never slacked off...
Premium Q Moving and Storage, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2015
<p>Came up to Maine to open up 3 camps, one had a leak in the underneath plumbing, it was the feed to the toilet. This was the weekend of Memorial Day. I have used ABM in the past but couldn't get an appointment until a week later, I needed it done sooner. Using Angie's List, Tim's Plumbing...
Tim's Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2013
These guys were amazing. They wrapped everything!!! They were careful, cheerful, very professional and very hard working. Our move took much longer than they anticipated and they hung in there without wavering in quality or good humor. Use them and you will not be disappointed.
Q's Moving Corp
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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving

4.8(

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Serving Franklin, ME 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

+34

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Long Distance Movers USA

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Serving Franklin, ME 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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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

4.5(

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Serving Franklin, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Moving APT moved me from my 2 bedroom apartment to where I'm at now in Orlando. When they arrived to start the move I had a few things that I hadn't boxed up."

Recommended by88%of homeowners

Serving Franklin, ME 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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I & A Moving and Storage

4.5(

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Serving Franklin, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job on our move. They called on-time to let me know they were 20-30 mins away. They got right to work and ensured all of my furniture was carefully wrapped for the move. I would recommend their service."

+11

Response time12 hrs

Recommended by90%of homeowners

Serving Franklin, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Terrific! The crew was fantastic and they got my move completed in just a few short days. I highly recommend these movers."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Top Tier Van Lines, LLC

4.8(

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Serving Franklin, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ive moved over 10 times being in the Military who usually pays for my move. This Move i was paying for after speaking to 5 different companies, Top Tier Van Lines was the most Honestout of them All! As they were the only ones to let me know the extra charges for wrapping my TVs, Mirrors , China Hutch, which none of the other moving company mentioned! The guys who picked me up were VERY professional all in Uniform and all employed by Top Tier Van Lines! The Foreman Alfonzo was Great as well as my Moving coordinator Brian was there for me from start to finish! Im Very Pleased with the overall move. I had a few scratches here and there but probably overall the best moves ive had thank you again"

+15

Response time5 hrs

Response rate100%

Recommended by57%of homeowners

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Welcome Home Moving Services

5.0(

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Serving Franklin, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Timely and professional. They made the move so easy. 10/10 would absolutely recommend and use again!"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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World Class Moving & Storage

3.5(

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Serving Franklin, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"World Class Moving & Storage made everything super simple and easy - I barely lifted a finger for packing. They were fast and also came on very short notice which was very nice of them."

Response time1 day

Response rate99%

Recommended by2%of homeowners

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Allegheny Valley Transfer Co Inc

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Serving Franklin, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1925

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Move out went excellent; move in is still pending"

Recommended by58%of homeowners

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Moving questions, answered by experts

No, it is vital to transport a motorcycle upright because of its battery. These batteries are typically not sealed to avoid overpressurization, so the motorcycle could leak battery acid if it lays on its side. Plus, laying it on its side for a long period of time may cause hydrolock, which is when oil leaks into the combustion chamber, making your spark plug unable to ignite the gas due to lack of air.

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 cost to rent a moving truck is $1,000, with a typical range running between $20 and $3,500, depending on the truck size and how far you are moving.

Moving across state lines is a similar process to moving within a state. Packing, loading, and unloading of trucks will follow the same process. The primary difference is during transportation, where your belongings may be loaded onto a dedicated moving truck or combined with other shipments, depending on the distance. Your moving company will offer tracking and ongoing communication of your boxes.

Logistics companies are responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the transportation of goods. They serve various clients and industries, typically offering truck, air, or ocean freight transportation. Movers, on the other hand, usually only serve individuals or small businesses. They are the professionals responsible for physically executing the move, performing tasks such as packing, loading, transporting, and unloading belongings.

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