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Q: Is it less expensive to ship a car or drive?

• <div><p>It's less expensive to drive your car than to ship it a short distance. The cost of shipping an automobile increases per mile for short trips, making it a less attractive option for your wallet. However, long-distance car shipping, especially on an open trailer or train, is typically less expensive than hotels, food, fuel, and other costs during a DIY move.</p></div>

Q: Can two people move a gun safe?

• <div><p>In most cases, you will need at least three able-bodied people to move a gun safe. Since gun safes are bulky and heavy, they can easily tip when you try to load them on the dolly and onto the truck or trailer. The more help you can get, the better! You should also consider hiring a team of professional movers to help with this heavy-duty move.</p></div>

Q: How can I minimize business disruption during a move?

• <div><p>Planning ahead is essential&mdash;this will give you the chance to coordinate your move during weekends or after business hours, and set up essential services in your new office before moving day to minimize downtime. Start by creating a detailed timeline and checklist for every phase of the move, from <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tips-unpacking-moving-boxes.htm">packing to unpacking</a>. Inform your employees, clients, and vendors about the move well in advance, including any expected disruptions and how you plan to manage them. Delegate responsibilities to ensure all aspects of the move are covered. Lastly, set up the essentials at the new location first to resume operations quickly. </p></div>

Q: What is the best thing to pack first when moving?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s best to pack things that are in storage and non-essential items first. Start by packing up items you are taking from your storage unit, garage <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-move-shed.htm">or shed</a>, basement, and attic. You should wait to pack essential items such as toiletries and medications last.</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 March 08, 2024

Reviewed in March 2024
We had loads of gravel brought in to resurface my driveway and widen it. Turned out great! Ben was easy to work with, on time, on budget, and even moved a small pile of top soil for me free of charge. Definitely will be reaching out to Ben for other projects!
Benny's Lawn Service
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Reviewed in January 2024
Two detached garages have been reroofed. The work was done in the cold and a little snow. They have cleaned up as well as they could for now--it does not look bad.
Yoder Brothers Construction
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Reviewed in October 2023
Everything was done great and in a timely manner, allowed us to overview the work and always updated us on progress throughout the job. They are not only professional but very nice as well. Have helped with other maintenance even since we moved in! 10/10 would hire again!
JJ's Dust & Drill
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Reviewed in September 2022
I heard many people saying bad things about the moving company movers who come just to sit around the home and they end up doing nothing. But movers from Marrins Moving Systems were totally different. They arrived on time and packed our belongings and loaded into the trucks. Delivery was on time...
Marrins Moving Systems LTD
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Reviewed in August 2022
Very friendly and efficient crew. Throrough inspection and explanation given to us.
Bat Busters Animal Control
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Reviewed in March 2022
Steve did some sidewalks for me and did a great job fast and very professional
Sk construction
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Reviewed in March 2018
Moving business is huge these days and many moving companies provide really good services. But, with that level of efficiency comes at a mind blowing price tag. What separates TikTok Moving from the rest is their price. They charged fairly low for the amazing service they provided during my last...
TikTok Moving
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Reviewed in June 2012
The work crew was punctual and they did their job. The crew was 3 guys who were all personable and great to work with. If they had a problem with the design they always communicated with the engineer. In four days time they had the system in . There was also a plumber who went the extra mile...
Machuga Contractors
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Reviewed in October 2011
I was moving residence from Orlando, FL to Alfred, NY. On May 27th, I contacted Moving On Up by telephone and using their internet estimate tool. I asked for an initial quotation based on my estimate of my personal effects being approximately equal to a one bedroom apartment. Later on I revised...
MOVING ON UP
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Reviewed in October 2009
At the time we lived in Elmira, New York and had purchased a farm house in Jasper, New York. We didn't know anyone is Jasper, but found Laughlin's advertisement in the Penn-E-Saver and contacted him to do work on the farm house. The first job he did was put a vented roof with new soffits on the...
Laughlin's General Contracting
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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving

4.8(

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Serving Andover, NY 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%

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Long Distance Movers USA

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Serving Andover, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company moved my belongings from McKinney Texas to Chicago Illinois a couple of months ago. The guys packed our one bedroom apartment very professionally and quickly. I would recommend this company to my friends."

Response time3 days

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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Perfectly Fast Moving, LLC

4.5(

451

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Serving Andover, NY 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%

2638 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Pro Express Moving, LLC

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Serving Andover, NY 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 rate97%

38 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Goodview Moving and Storage

4.8(

346

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Serving Andover, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Thanks to Goodview Moving and Storage for making our moving experience a breeze. The team worked efficiently. The staff is friendly and easy working with. Clean, fast, with reasonable price. I highly recommend their service!"

+12

Response time5 hrs

Recommended by35%of homeowners

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

4.5(

282

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Serving Andover, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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

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Available Movers and Storage, Inc.

3.8(

153

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Serving Andover, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This moving company did a great job . Firom the initial contact with customer service to set up my move they were very professional, answering all my questions even after calling them multiple times. Working with this company was very easy and pleasant. The actual movers were courteous and pleasant and they respected the items they were packing and they did an excellent job. The cost of this movie was quite a nice surprise and very affordable . I would definitely recommend this company to my friends and family."

+21

Response time20 mins

Recommended by78%of homeowners

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Long Distance & Out Of State Movers Mayzlin Relocation

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702

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Serving Andover, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys did a great job with our move. Our move date changed four times over two weeks. They didnâ t complain or get mad. The men who moved us worked hard. Thanks guys."

+34

Response time1 day

Recommended by91%of homeowners

Serving Andover, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My move is due to them"

+62

Recommended by94%of homeowners

Serving Andover, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was stuck in a difficult situation trying to move from Main to CA and a colleague of mine told me about Palm Beach Movers. I am glad I gook my friend up on his recommendation. They moved all my things without damaging anything and worked with my budget! Highly recommend them for any moving needs. They are professional and they treat your belongings like their own."

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Response time7 hrs

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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Moving questions, answered by experts

It's less expensive to drive your car than to ship it a short distance. The cost of shipping an automobile increases per mile for short trips, making it a less attractive option for your wallet. However, long-distance car shipping, especially on an open trailer or train, is typically less expensive than hotels, food, fuel, and other costs during a DIY move.

In most cases, you will need at least three able-bodied people to move a gun safe. Since gun safes are bulky and heavy, they can easily tip when you try to load them on the dolly and onto the truck or trailer. The more help you can get, the better! You should also consider hiring a team of professional movers to help with this heavy-duty move.

Planning ahead is essential—this will give you the chance to coordinate your move during weekends or after business hours, and set up essential services in your new office before moving day to minimize downtime. Start by creating a detailed timeline and checklist for every phase of the move, from packing to unpacking. Inform your employees, clients, and vendors about the move well in advance, including any expected disruptions and how you plan to manage them. Delegate responsibilities to ensure all aspects of the move are covered. Lastly, set up the essentials at the new location first to resume operations quickly.

It’s best to pack things that are in storage and non-essential items first. Start by packing up items you are taking from your storage unit, garage or shed, basement, and attic. You should wait to pack essential items such as toiletries and medications last.

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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