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Q: How do you transport fish when moving long-distance?

• <div><p>Cross-country moves are tricky and risky for your fish, so it&rsquo;s often best to move the fish separately or rehome them. If you&rsquo;re attached to your animals and determined to bring them, find a friend to house them and ship them to you once the new tank is ready. You can also contact your local fish store and ask if they offer temporary housing and shipping services until you get settled. If you&rsquo;re <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-move-to-another-country.htm">moving to another country</a>, it&rsquo;s often best to sell the tank and fish, or find a good home locally. </p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of moving to Hawaii?

• <div><p>Although it's one of the most beautiful places to reside, there are some cons to consider. The cost of living is higher, and it's one of the most expensive states to live in. </p><p>If you have pets, you will have to put them through a quarantine program that can last up to four months. Plus, there is potential for natural disasters such as volcanic eruptions and hurricanes. </p></div>

Q: How should I budget for a long-distance move?

• <div><p>Knowing how much a typical long-distance move will cost is the first step in the budgeting process. Start by calling at least three local moving companies for quotes so you have a ballpark range&mdash;then you can start saving weekly. You can also start decluttering your home to reduce your truck weight and try to find donated packing supplies from local businesses or neighbors that recently moved. </p></div>

Q: Is it better to hire movers or move by myself?

• <div><p>You should consider hiring professional movers for moves that seem too daunting, dangerous, or involve large, heavy objects. The larger your home and the longer the distance, the more likely you are to need professional help. A moving service can take the hardest tasks off your plate and reduce the risk of personal injury. However, if you are only moving a few light items, you can save money by moving on your own and renting a truck. Keep in mind that a DIY move requires significant planning and time. A hybrid option is also available, where you hire movers just to lift and transport heavy items to your vehicle.</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 March 03, 2023

Reviewed in March 2023
Hired him to move a gas line to our new stove. He fit us into his schedule just a few days later! He also pointed out an uncapped unused gas line that he fixed for us!
JSW Heating & Cooling, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
Rob The Mover came on time and was very friendly and professional. They did a superb job moving everything, including some tough pieces of furniture and our washer and dryer. They did not mess up a single thing. All was delivered on time and without a scratch. As a bonus, their rates were...
Rob The Mover
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Reviewed in December 2021
Marrins Moving Systems moved our stuff from NY to Georgia. They were absolutely unbelievable. The movers have been highly strict on time. They arrived on accurate time on loading day and we received our valuables on the nose, not a minute later while delivered. They demonstrated great talent in...
Marrins Moving Systems LTD
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Reviewed in November 2021
Our overall experience EXCELLENT! Adam moved 20 loads of soil to raise our front lawn…. Graded, seeded and mulched it all in one day.. for a very reasonable cost!
Kane Excavating
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Reviewed in December 2020
I had Gotham Moving Systems help me move from my last one bedroom apartment to my two bedroom apartment. They were professional and showed up early. They were efficient and friendly the whole time. Their rates seemed comparable to and also slightly better than the bigger moving companies. These...
Gotham Moving Systems
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Reviewed in March 2020
I liked this company because the guys who work there helped me and my family a lot by moving all our home stuff from my old house to the new one. We didn't have anybody to help us and we decided to call the TikTok Moving because we saw all the good reviews. Very happy with our choice.
TikTok Moving
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Reviewed in March 2019
On time to begin the process, and moved a large houseful of items. The movers were incredibly patient, strong, polite, good natured, careful, and efficient. Despite the fact that the job took quite a bit longer than expected, they appeared untiring and hauled enough to kill two beasts of burden....
Brass Lantern Movers
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Reviewed in June 2017
The house looks great! They do use bleach in their wash product. I could smell it. Some of my plants were affected and there were bleach stains on some cushions on my porch furniture. I asked if they wanted me to move the plants, but they said no. My advice would be to move anything you...
Stacy's Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in June 2017
Very reasonable. Very good work. I've known Derek for all of his life. They've done work for me for my old house and my new house. I call him first. We move in to this house about a year and half ago and they've done 5 projects for me. They've got 2 more jobs for me.
Riedl's Handyman Services Facebook
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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had the best experience with All Service Moving! Mike and Stan absolutely rock - best moving team ever! They moved me into my new house from Sumner to Spanaway, then my mom a month later from Renton. They were so efficient, careful, professional and friendly. They made sure all our items were carefully wrapped and protected and they moved everything quickly, yet effortlessly - I wouldn't recommend anybody else to get you all settled into wherever your moving! Thank you guys!!"

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 Stockbridge, 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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Syracuse Trailer & Moving

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This was a great company to work with. Everyone was very helpful from the setup to the finished move. They were prompt, courteous and professional. Stressful time. Much easier and I could not have done it on my own. I would definitely recommend them to anyone!"

+17

Response time10 hrs

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by86%of homeowners

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Pro Express Moving, LLC

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

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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%

30 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Perfectly Fast Moving, LLC

4.5(

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Serving Stockbridge, 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%

2913 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Adams Van Lines

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2015

Free estimates

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Adams Van Lines stands out for its customer service, with dedicated moving specialists available 24/7 to answer any client question or concern. The company has successfully facilitated the relocation of over 75,000 families and specializes in both residential and commercial Long Distance moves, furniture packing, and more Adams Van lines know the ins and outs of the industry, and they do thire best to share what they have learned with thire customers

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Goodview Moving and Storage

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Serving Stockbridge, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Couldn?t have asked for a better experience! Hired Goodview Moving and Storage crew to help move some furniture. It wasn?t a full move ? just a few heavy items ? but they treated it seriously and didn?t rush. They even called to confirm a few details before heading out. Loved how the experience turned out!"

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Response time5 hrs

Recommended by35%of homeowners

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

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Serving Stockbridge, NY 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

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Available Movers and Storage, Inc.

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Serving Stockbridge, 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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Serving Stockbridge, 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."

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Response time1 day

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Moving questions, answered by experts

Cross-country moves are tricky and risky for your fish, so it’s often best to move the fish separately or rehome them. If you’re attached to your animals and determined to bring them, find a friend to house them and ship them to you once the new tank is ready. You can also contact your local fish store and ask if they offer temporary housing and shipping services until you get settled. If you’re moving to another country, it’s often best to sell the tank and fish, or find a good home locally.

Although it's one of the most beautiful places to reside, there are some cons to consider. The cost of living is higher, and it's one of the most expensive states to live in.

If you have pets, you will have to put them through a quarantine program that can last up to four months. Plus, there is potential for natural disasters such as volcanic eruptions and hurricanes.

Knowing how much a typical long-distance move will cost is the first step in the budgeting process. Start by calling at least three local moving companies for quotes so you have a ballpark range—then you can start saving weekly. You can also start decluttering your home to reduce your truck weight and try to find donated packing supplies from local businesses or neighbors that recently moved.

You should consider hiring professional movers for moves that seem too daunting, dangerous, or involve large, heavy objects. The larger your home and the longer the distance, the more likely you are to need professional help. A moving service can take the hardest tasks off your plate and reduce the risk of personal injury. However, if you are only moving a few light items, you can save money by moving on your own and renting a truck. Keep in mind that a DIY move requires significant planning and time. A hybrid option is also available, where you hire movers just to lift and transport heavy items to your vehicle.

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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