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Q: How do I choose a relocation company?

• <div><p>The first step to choosing a relocation company is determining the distance of your move, types of services needed, and how many professional movers you need to hire. Once you set the parameter of your move, get price quotes from at least three local moving companies to compare pricing. Then, choose a relocation company that fits within your budget, supplies the necessary services, and has positive reviews from previous moving customers. </p></div>

Q: What is the best equipment to move large rocks?

• <div><p>The best equipment for moving large rocks from your yard depends on their size and weight. A heavy-duty wheelbarrow or a rock dolly can be effective for smaller boulders. A skid-steer loader or a mini-excavator with a grapple attachment provides the necessary power and control for larger, heavier rocks that you can&rsquo;t lift manually. Professionals may use a larger excavator and ratchet hoist to remove larger boulders.</p></div>

Q: Can I move a gun safe by myself?

• <div><p>Depending on your safe&rsquo;s size and weight, we don&rsquo;t recommend moving the safe without hiring professional movers. A moving service will have the equipment and skills necessary to move this heavy, bulk item safely. If you insist on moving it yourself, enlist the help of a few friends to help you move the gun safe with a furniture dolly.</p></div>

Q: Can you move a fish tank with water in it?

• <div><p>Never attempt to move a partially-filled tank, especially with the fish still in it. Even a minor alteration or adjustment in your movement can cause the water to move, disrupting the balance and potentially causing you to drop the tank or strain your back to prevent it from falling. However, you should maintain enough water on the bottom to keep the substrate slightly submerged during transit.</p></div>

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>

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Last update on March 13, 2025

Reviewed in March 2025
Let me tell you, these guys are great. Genuine boss, genuine crew. Polite, knowledgeable, and even fun! They are hard working and moved with a purpose. They charged a fair price and didn?t cause any collateral damage to my home. They cleaned up my property neatly. I hired them a second time
Richter's Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
The crew cleaned my roof, porch and walkways. The house sparkled after they left. They took considerable care in moving all my flower pots and porch furniture. I couldnâ t be more satisfied.
Cleanfellas, Inc
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Reviewed in February 2024
Been Choice Home Warranty customer for over 20 years but since I moved to Staten Island back in 2019, Service dropped off considerably. They don’t seem to have technicians here in Staten Island and the Jersey tech don’t wanna come out on top of that. Choice is looking to deny payment on Services...
Choice Home Warranty
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Reviewed in March 2023
As my house approached 50 years of age, the knotty pine living room floor was looking much older. After checking around online, in-person and maybe a do-it-myself, a friend told me of WoodchuckÃ¢Â Â s Flooring in Schenectady - about 40 miles from Summit, NY. Motivated, I measured the floor at...
Woodchucks Flooring
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Reviewed in January 2023
Darrell was a pleasure to work with when arranging my friend’s move. From the first contact to the move itself, he was professional and reliable and knows his field quite well. I would definitely hire him again.
AbetterChoice
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Reviewed in November 2022
The moving team made our move far easier than I could have imagined. Customer service was great; they kept their communication open with me. Everything went smoothly and the gentleman who loaded the truck did an amazingly efficient job which allowed us to avoid using an extra truck, in turn...
Marrins Moving Systems LTD
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Reviewed in November 2022
Reasons I’ll never book with Dumbo again and you shouldn’t either: My dad watched them literally throw a bunch of my stuff onto the truck (before they realized that he was with me). The day before my move, they said it should be delivered by 3 pm to my storage unit upstate. The day of the...
Dumbo Moving & Storage Inc
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Reviewed in June 2022
This moving company was fantastic from start to finish. They were very careful with every piece of furniture as well as respectful. The movers never complained or acted tired even though they must have been exhausted! They always asked before doing anything extra and let us know how much any...
Rob The Mover
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Reviewed in May 2022
Very professional. Hard work. Efficient. Friendly. And most importantly, very careful on moving my stuff. Impressed that the estimate was not change in the end. Showed up on time. Didn't take breaks. Were very respectful of my time. Always returned phone calls promptly.
Gotham Moving Systems
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Reviewed in July 2021
The best moving service I have ever used and at an absolutely great price. I definitely recommend these movers and this company. Edward and Aidar were fantastic and incredibly hard working. They moved my massive furniture through the tightest spaces and up 3 flights of stairs. They brought all...
Allstate Moving, LLC
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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving

4.8(

416

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Serving Gilboa, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Utilizing All Service Moving for the move was a very positive experience. They had good communication, answering several questions prior to the move and did a final confirmation just prior to the move date. As for the physical move itself, Jose, Abraham, and Alberto were polite, diligent, and careful moving the many items, and managed to complete the move more quickly than anticipated."

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%

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Long Distance Movers USA

5.0(

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Serving Gilboa, 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 Gilboa, 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%

2647 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Pro Express Moving, LLC

4.6(

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Serving Gilboa, 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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Fernandez and España LLC

New to Angi

Serving Gilboa, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

😃Ready to work. With the best possible attitude and the appropriate tools—whatever you wish to transport—and with the utmost safety.🫡

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Goodview Moving and Storage

4.8(

346

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Serving Gilboa, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I moved to a new apartment with a large wardrobe and heavy furniture. The movers handled everything carefully, wrapping the smaller items in blankets and moving the larger items on dollies. They also took the time to ensure that my electronics and delicate lamps were packed securely. They were truly exceptional in moving things."

+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 Gilboa, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Moving APT made our cross-country move incredibly smooth and stress-free! From the initial quote to the final delivery, their team was professional and efficient. They handled our apartment move with care, ensuring our furniture arrived without a scratch. Highly recommend them for anyone planning a long-distance move!"

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Available Movers and Storage, Inc.

3.8(

153

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Serving Gilboa, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Good moving company, thank you."

+21

Response time20 mins

Recommended by78%of homeowners

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Long Distance & Out Of State Movers Mayzlin Relocation

4.7(

702

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Serving Gilboa, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A fast and efficient crew. When moving you always worry about damage, but this move we had none. They moved things as if they were their own."

+34

Response time1 day

Recommended by91%of homeowners

Serving Gilboa, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"BQ Transport moved us from CA to NY. From start to finish; the movers were professional and friendly. They were particularly helpful because our move was at short notice, but they managed to fit us in. On moving day, the team turned up on time, worked hard, and were very polite, considerate, and friendly. Everything was moved with care and positioned where we wanted. I would highly recommend."

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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Moving questions, answered by experts

The first step to choosing a relocation company is determining the distance of your move, types of services needed, and how many professional movers you need to hire. Once you set the parameter of your move, get price quotes from at least three local moving companies to compare pricing. Then, choose a relocation company that fits within your budget, supplies the necessary services, and has positive reviews from previous moving customers.

The best equipment for moving large rocks from your yard depends on their size and weight. A heavy-duty wheelbarrow or a rock dolly can be effective for smaller boulders. A skid-steer loader or a mini-excavator with a grapple attachment provides the necessary power and control for larger, heavier rocks that you can’t lift manually. Professionals may use a larger excavator and ratchet hoist to remove larger boulders.

Depending on your safe’s size and weight, we don’t recommend moving the safe without hiring professional movers. A moving service will have the equipment and skills necessary to move this heavy, bulk item safely. If you insist on moving it yourself, enlist the help of a few friends to help you move the gun safe with a furniture dolly.

Never attempt to move a partially-filled tank, especially with the fish still in it. Even a minor alteration or adjustment in your movement can cause the water to move, disrupting the balance and potentially causing you to drop the tank or strain your back to prevent it from falling. However, you should maintain enough water on the bottom to keep the substrate slightly submerged during transit.

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.

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