Best movers near Searsport, ME

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: How do I use moving straps on furniture with legs?

• <div><p>Unscrew and remove furniture legs if possible. If it&rsquo;s not possible, then run the straps parallel on the inner side of the furniture legs. Never put your straps on the outer side of legs where they can easily slip off.</p></div>

Q: Do movers take longer to load or unload?

• <div><p>It takes professional movers longer to load a moving truck than unload it. However, it depends on the specifics of your move. It takes some time to strategize the most efficient way to load the moving truck with your furniture, boxes, and belongings. That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s important to rent the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-size-moving-truck.htm">right size moving truck</a> to ensure everything fits and makes the loading process move faster. </p></div>

Q: What is the best way to pack mirrors for moving?

• <div><p>The best way to pack mirrors is to use specially padded cartons or boxes made for mirrors. Be sure to thoroughly wrap the fragile mirror in padded paper or bubble wrap before sliding it into its box. That way, there&rsquo;s a protective barrier in between the mirror and the box. Then, fill in any gaps with crumpled paper or additional packing materials.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to move a car across the country?

• <div><p>The time it takes to move your car across the country depends on where the car is going. Generally, it can take five to seven days for your car to complete the journey. If your car is moving from Maine to California or a similar distance, expect to wait the full seven days, but if your car is just going a few states over, it may only take a few days. </p></div>

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Last update on June 19, 2023

Reviewed in June 2023
***I highly suggest to STAY AWAY from Liberty Bell Moving & Storage.*** This company uses deceptive trade practices and cares more about being “right” than keeping customers happy. In the contract, they tell you they can add a 3rd mover at their discretion and that adding a 3rd person at your...
Liberty Bell Moving & Storage
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Reviewed in January 2023
I moved into my new house and couldnâ t even start to organize stuff because it had been in boxes. We worked along side each opened and displayed every box, made three piles for consign, trash and goodwill. I am going to go through things again for another trip to good will before bringing...
Mema's-Decluttering
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Reviewed in August 2022
Matt was so responsive and explained exactly what was wrong and provided very clear recommendations for avoiding clogging issues in the future. He is EXTREMELY professional but very easy going! He is absolutely â our plumberâ moving forward and would absolutely recommend him to everyone!
Royal Flush Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2022
Dave and Jason have been my go to guys for all my work. I moved to the Belfast area less than a year ago. I needed someone to do my lawn and plow my driveway. The lawn and driveway is left to their discretion as to when to do them. I don't want to have to worry about it. And I...
Calamity Daves LLC
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Reviewed in January 2020
We had squirrels move into our attic in Belfast Maine. One visit by Northeast Wildlife Services and squirrels gone overnight. Northeast determined the animals were actually nocturnal flying squirrels, and explained techniques and action plan. No animals harmed, they are gone, and attic...
Northeast Wildlife Services
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Reviewed in January 2020
We had squirrels move into our attic in Belfast Maine. One visit by Northeast Wildlife Services and squirrels gone overnight. Northeast determined the animals were actually nocturnal flying squirrels, and explained techniques and action plan. No animals harmed, they are gone, and attic...
Northeast Wildlife Services
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Reviewed in July 2019
I Couldnt Have Hired A More Responsible Pair... Lau & Stu were unbelievably helpful, kind, efficient, effective and fast. Shrubs next to a building are not a good thing... moving them was a great idea, but finding someone who works with both trees and shrubs , as well as slopes and the lawn, is...
TimberHitch
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Reviewed in September 2018
He answered the request in less than an hour. He came to the site & gave an estimate. They came the following Saturday. He climbed the tree sawed it down sections @ a time. They moved the wood to the side. A very clean, efficient, & friendly operation. I was impressed!!
Zuhlke Tree Service
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Reviewed in September 2017
A huge help! They cleared out all of our moving trash, and even swept the garage clean afterwards! We were very impressed!
Armor Property Management
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Reviewed in January 2016
I just moved to a new neighborhood two weeks and I panicked when a snowstorm was announced so I called several people on this site but no one responded but Rob called immediately and came over that afternoon and I hired him on the spot! His work is impeccable! and I would recommend him to...
Gorham Property Maintenance
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Top-Rated Movers in Searsport - Updated Nov 2026

Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving

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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Searsport, 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%

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Long Distance Movers USA

5.0(

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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very friendly and profesional moving company. I had a great experience with them."

Response time3 days

Recommended by80%of homeowners

Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Zac is a hard worker who listens to his customers needs and crafts a plan that gets the job done. His work is both beautiful and serves the purpose needed. He is by far the best worker I have had to do jobs at my house. He is honest, trustworthy and professional. Highly recommend!!"

Response time3 hrs

Response rate86%

Recommended by71%of homeowners

Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Wade is an excellent worker. He follows direction and makes appropriate suggestions for design alternatives. The quality of his work is exceptional. He can be methodical and exacting which can slow progress, but the result is worth it. I have had him do a few projects around my home (partial deck replacement, waterfront stairs, emergency interior repairs) and would have him back again, for sure. He is also not cheap, but again, the result is worth it."

Response time1 day

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He was quick and thorough. Had all materials on hand. Professional and good customer service. Has done electrical and plumbing also. I would recommend him. He also did mechanic work on vehicle and four wheeler."

Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He came right away. Could not solve problems, but he showed us what is wrong. Now we need a locksmith. ( No locksmiths on angi)"

+12

Response time6 hrs

Response rate87%

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Work performed was excellent. Would highly recommend. Work time was ahead of schedule with great communication."

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

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TriStar Commercial Installers, Inc.

5.0(

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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I ordered a TV mount for my 70” flatscreen and wanted to make sure it was installed correctly. TriStar asked a few quick questions about the project and what times worked best for install. They handled everything else. It was so easy and gave me peace of mind."

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Drew Wallace

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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

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My name is Drew Wallace. I live in midcoast Maine. I specialize in handyman services and light carpentry, such as soffit and facia repair window and door installations and replacements I also do floor refinishing painting, and other odd jobs around the house. I always give a fair rate for top quality work.

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M.A. Janes Building Services

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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Searsport, ME and surrounding areas

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I like working with my hands and thinking outside the box to create solutions.

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Moving FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Unscrew and remove furniture legs if possible. If it’s not possible, then run the straps parallel on the inner side of the furniture legs. Never put your straps on the outer side of legs where they can easily slip off.

It takes professional movers longer to load a moving truck than unload it. However, it depends on the specifics of your move. It takes some time to strategize the most efficient way to load the moving truck with your furniture, boxes, and belongings. That’s why it’s important to rent the right size moving truck to ensure everything fits and makes the loading process move faster.

The best way to pack mirrors is to use specially padded cartons or boxes made for mirrors. Be sure to thoroughly wrap the fragile mirror in padded paper or bubble wrap before sliding it into its box. That way, there’s a protective barrier in between the mirror and the box. Then, fill in any gaps with crumpled paper or additional packing materials.

The time it takes to move your car across the country depends on where the car is going. Generally, it can take five to seven days for your car to complete the journey. If your car is moving from Maine to California or a similar distance, expect to wait the full seven days, but if your car is just going a few states over, it may only take a few days.

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