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Q: Why does it cost so much to move a house?

• <div><p>Moving a house is a complex and labor-intensive process, which is why it can get so pricey, particularly if it&rsquo;s a large home. In some cases, the house may need to be dismantled, moved in sections, and then reassembled at the new location, which can add significantly to the cost of the move. However, it&rsquo;s typically less costly than building a new home.</p></div>

Q: How much money should you save before moving out of state?

• <div><p>When planning an out-of-state move, you should aim to save enough money to cover at least two to three months of living expenses, including rent, food, utilities, and transportation. Ideally, saving for six months or more is best, especially if you don't have a job lined up. You also need to budget for the transition costs, such as a moving vehicle rental, hiring movers, and packing materials. Cross-country moves typically cost between $2,400 and $6,860. You can calculate your estimated moving costs in advance based on factors like distance, weight, and the number of bedrooms.</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>

Q: How do I move a pet into a new apartment?

• <div><p>Apartments come with strict regulations about what pets are allowed, so check before you sign a lease. If you have a fish or reptile, wait to move them until everything is set up and you&rsquo;re ready to do a special move just for them and their aquarium/terrarium.</p><p>For a dog or cat, be sure you have a carrier before the move. On moving day, it&rsquo;s best to designate a &ldquo;safe room&rdquo; or even a crate for your pet to help them get used to the new space. Keep everything they need in the safe room, and let them explore the rest of the apartment in their own time.</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>

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Last update on January 11, 2024

Reviewed in January 2024
Precise Edge Painting did areas of a bedroom, bathroom, office and kitchen. They worked with us on time frame (moved it up for us) and budget (very fair pricing). Kevin did a walk through and then came back for minor touch ups. He also gave great advice on other areas of the house. Would use...
Precise Edge Painting
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Reviewed in March 2016
By far, this was the BEST service we have encountered since moving to Texas! Not only did they come out shortly after I called for an estimate, but they were courteous, friendly, and very professional. The quote they gave me was well below other quotes, they were able to get to the work quickly,...
Quality Door Service
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Reviewed in November 2013
This couple worked so fast and was so willing to help move things from one room to another and make the project so easy to handled. They help disconnect appliances and moved things around so that not everything had to be removed for them. Their price was more than reasonable. They were fast,...
R & T Tile
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Reviewed in September 2013
Our house has old iron pipes that can be difficult to run a camera down as they are very narrow. To find the leak, service plumbing needed to establish a new cleanout trap for the kitchen/laundry area of the house. Once the trap was in place they replaced some of our pipes and fixed the leak. ...
Service Plumbing Co Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
It took a few weeks to get an appointment for a quote. Ronnie Randolph recommended that we get piers put both outside and inside, but before we could do anything he recommended that we get a plumber in as he felt we might have a leak in the kitchen area. He also recommended that we contact our...
Ram Jack of Oklahoma & Arkansas
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Reviewed in June 2012
These guys went above and beyond for us. My roommate and I moved in together to the new place, she lived in Norman I lived in Edmond and we moved to NW Expressway. We had about four phone conversations before the move, because I kept changing my mind on what I wanted to do, the confirmation call...
Little Guys Movers
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Reviewed in July 2011
On May 23, 2011 we found water coming from under the wall in the garage and immediately contacted Keeton. They came out that day and "rodded through vent on top of house" and told us that would fix the problem. It didn't fix the problem and we had to call them back in. After looking closer at...
Keeton Plumbing inc
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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving

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Serving Dickson, OK and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cory and Colton arrived on the time schedule, did a survey on the apartment and quickly started moving the furniture. They were very professional and did the best they could to finish as early as possible."

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

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Response time1 day

Response rate100%

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Long Distance Movers USA

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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Dickson, OK and surrounding areas

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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

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Perfectly Fast Moving, LLC

Serving Dickson, OK and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great moving company! Everything was fast, smooth, and professional. Friendly team handled items with care. Highly recommend Perfectly Fast Moving for a stress-free move!"

Response time3 hrs

Response rate100%

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United Trust Van Lines, LLC

Serving Dickson, OK and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The price was affordable, the move was done on time and as promised.I used them for the second time yesterday to help me with my move. Every move had been an amazing experience. They are friendly, fast and great price. I recommend them to all."

Response time2 hrs

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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TITAN MOVING AND LOGISTICS LLC

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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Dickson, OK and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Full service moving company for local and long distance moving, we offer packing and unpacking services, and storage. We have over 700 5 star reviews across 11 platforms and have been in business for over 6 years with over 25 years combined moving experience.

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Serving Dickson, OK and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

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Moveking, LLC has 13 years of moving experience and is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business.\n\nExclusive focus: We specialize strictly in full-service, long-distance moves across the country. All-inclusive care: Every project includes professional packing, loading, transport, and unloading by our trained team.\n\nNo partial services: We do not offer labor-only help, hourly loading for DIY trucks, or standalone truck rentals. Quality guarantee: This lets us control safety and quality from your old home to your new one.\n\nContact our team today to schedule your worry-free, smooth move.

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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Dickson, OK and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

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Howdy! \n\nI am a contractor/handyman who has experience in most trades. \n\nI've been doing this line of work, pretty much my whole life, but gained professional experience in the Marines, government contracting in Antarctica, commercial maintenance, property management, and of course home repair and maintenace. \n\nBefore switching to Angi's List, I was the #1 rated handyman on Thumbtack in my service area of 60 miles. \n\nAll of this bragging to say, I will give your project all of skill and attention, and will be happy to work with you on any aspect of the process. \n\nReach out and let's get you on the schedule!\n

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Yandell logistics

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Truck or Container Rental

Serving Dickson, OK and surrounding areas

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Moving/logistics we can haul and move anything you need anywhere across the country or local

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BJ Moving

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Truck or Container Rental

Serving Dickson, OK and surrounding areas

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BJ Moving is a locally owned Dallas moving company built by experienced movers who value hard work, reliability, and excellent customer service. With nearly five years of moving experience, we handle your belongings with care and treat every move as if it were our own.\n\nWe provide residential and apartment moving, office moves, packing, loading and unloading, furniture assembly, junk removal, and labor-only services. Whether you’re moving across town or simply need extra hands, our professional team is ready to make the process safe, smooth, and stress-free.\n\nChoose BJ Moving for dependable service, careful handling, honest pricing, and a hardworking team you can trust. Contact us today for a free quote!

Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Dickson, OK and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!\n

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Moving questions, answered by experts

Moving a house is a complex and labor-intensive process, which is why it can get so pricey, particularly if it’s a large home. In some cases, the house may need to be dismantled, moved in sections, and then reassembled at the new location, which can add significantly to the cost of the move. However, it’s typically less costly than building a new home.

When planning an out-of-state move, you should aim to save enough money to cover at least two to three months of living expenses, including rent, food, utilities, and transportation. Ideally, saving for six months or more is best, especially if you don't have a job lined up. You also need to budget for the transition costs, such as a moving vehicle rental, hiring movers, and packing materials. Cross-country moves typically cost between $2,400 and $6,860. You can calculate your estimated moving costs in advance based on factors like distance, weight, and the number of bedrooms.

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.

Apartments come with strict regulations about what pets are allowed, so check before you sign a lease. If you have a fish or reptile, wait to move them until everything is set up and you’re ready to do a special move just for them and their aquarium/terrarium.

For a dog or cat, be sure you have a carrier before the move. On moving day, it’s best to designate a “safe room” or even a crate for your pet to help them get used to the new space. Keep everything they need in the safe room, and let them explore the rest of the apartment in their own time.

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.

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