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Q: Do you need to drain a dishwasher before moving it?

• <div><p>If the dishwasher is in working condition, start and run a complete cycle with nothing inside. Let it drain and sit overnight before removing the hoses. In theory, it should effectively drain. You may find residual water in the hoses, but you can plug them. If the dishwasher breaks down midcycle it can sometimes be full of water. You&rsquo;ll need to manually remove the water with a plastic cup before removing the dishwasher. </p></div>

Q: How far in advance should you schedule a local moving company?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s best to book local movers about <b>three months</b> in advance to ensure your <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-things-consider-when-planning-your-moving-date.htm">moving date</a> is available, as most of the time, you&rsquo;ll have a fairly tight window for moving your belongings. When booking your moving date, provide your moving team with as much detailed information as possible to prepare for the big day. Let your movers know an estimate of how many boxes they&rsquo;ll move, any large or bulky items, number of bedrooms in your current home, the type of moving vehicle, and more.</p></div>

Q: How do I move my couch within my house?

• <div><p>If you need to move your heavy couch to another part of your home , the safer option is to hire a professional moving team. More complex moving situations require professional services, which will make the move much easier and prevent serious injury.</p></div>

Q: Can you pack plants in a moving truck?

• <div><p>When booking a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-size-moving-truck.htm">moving truck</a>, be sure to consult the company guidelines to determine whether they allow plants to ride in the moving vehicle. However, if you&rsquo;re making a long-distance move, you should transport your plants in a temperature-controlled environment, which may rule out a moving truck. If you can put your plants in the moving truck, consider stacking them in the farthest corner to avoid extreme temperatures.</p></div>

Q: What should I do with condiments when moving?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re moving locally, pack up your condiments in a cooler and move them in your car or moving truck so you can put them in the fridge as soon as you arrive at your new place. For long-distance moves, use up or empty out all opened condiments or give them to your neighbors. Pack unopened condiments in a box or give them away if you don&rsquo;t want to move them.</p></div>

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Last update on November 21, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
SLD arrived promptly following the snow storm for proper removal and ice control. Job was done during and after the last snow flake. SLD even visited our site prior to any snow to map out the area for any concerns and where to pile the snow, also marking out Hazards. Very professional team and...
SLD Construction LLC
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Reviewed in June 2025
Replaced my well pressure tank quickly and efficiently
Waterboy Water Works
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Reviewed in March 2025
The job was done beautifully and I was very happy with the work
B&B Excavation and Landscaping
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Reviewed in January 2025
Santiago was amazing! Arrived on time, fixed everything quickly, and left my place spotless. Super friendly and professional. Highly recommend for any home repairs. Will definitely call him again!
SC HOMEHELP, LLC.
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Reviewed in January 2024
My 1900 home now has a beautifully remodeled master bathroom! Aaron was great about working with my hectic schedule and the job turned out so much better than I ever couldve imagined!
Aaron Delgado
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Reviewed in October 2023
It went very smooth no issues at all. Very professional business highly recommended
Cherry Hill Tree Service
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Reviewed in July 2023
Gary was great! He determined the problem and FIXED it!!
Gar's Repairs
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Reviewed in March 2023
Very efficient and amazing work
L & E Enterprises
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Reviewed in November 2022
Took down some very large limbs, everyone was very friendly. Cleaned up our yard so well could hardly know they were there.
Michael Decker Logging and Tree Service
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Reviewed in August 2021
Joe did a great job on my house and decks. Was very pleased and happy. Very professional.
Joe's Power Washing Solutions
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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving

4.8(

416

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Serving Tompkins, 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(

)

Serving Tompkins, 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 Tompkins, 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%

2572 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Pro Express Moving, LLC

4.6(

)

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Amazing crew!!! I've done a lot of moving over the years and this had to be one the easiest, stress free moves. They were thorough, safe, clean and on time. They moved things quickly and took great care to make sure everything was wrapped properly. I would absolutely use this company again for any future needs!!!"

Response time4 hrs

Response rate97%

38 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Randy Barrett

New to Angi

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Enclosed trailer Shipping service \n\n*I do not rent out vehicles*

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Goodview Moving and Storage

4.8(

346

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Serving Tompkins, 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 Tompkins, 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.

3.8(

153

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Serving Tompkins, 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

4.7(

702

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Serving Tompkins, 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

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Grand Moving Services LLC

5.0(

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Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was spectacular to say the least. These professional movers are everything your looking for. They are fast, secure, & move with precision. All of your furniture will be in good condition. This company did everything they were suppose to do and left promptly . Thank you again for your delightful service. I will definitely be using this service in the future. Devon M."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Moving questions, answered by experts

If the dishwasher is in working condition, start and run a complete cycle with nothing inside. Let it drain and sit overnight before removing the hoses. In theory, it should effectively drain. You may find residual water in the hoses, but you can plug them. If the dishwasher breaks down midcycle it can sometimes be full of water. You’ll need to manually remove the water with a plastic cup before removing the dishwasher.

It’s best to book local movers about three months in advance to ensure your moving date is available, as most of the time, you’ll have a fairly tight window for moving your belongings. When booking your moving date, provide your moving team with as much detailed information as possible to prepare for the big day. Let your movers know an estimate of how many boxes they’ll move, any large or bulky items, number of bedrooms in your current home, the type of moving vehicle, and more.

If you need to move your heavy couch to another part of your home , the safer option is to hire a professional moving team. More complex moving situations require professional services, which will make the move much easier and prevent serious injury.

When booking a moving truck, be sure to consult the company guidelines to determine whether they allow plants to ride in the moving vehicle. However, if you’re making a long-distance move, you should transport your plants in a temperature-controlled environment, which may rule out a moving truck. If you can put your plants in the moving truck, consider stacking them in the farthest corner to avoid extreme temperatures.

If you’re moving locally, pack up your condiments in a cooler and move them in your car or moving truck so you can put them in the fridge as soon as you arrive at your new place. For long-distance moves, use up or empty out all opened condiments or give them to your neighbors. Pack unopened condiments in a box or give them away if you don’t want to move them.

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