Q: What are the alternatives to moving boxes?

• <div><p>Plastic bins are excellent alternatives to moving boxes. They&rsquo;re more durable than the traditional cardboard. Have any unused suitcases? Those can make for great storage solutions for your long-term needs. Avoid plastic bags or anything that doesn&rsquo;t allow for breathability. </p></div>

Q: How long does it take to move out of a 4-bedroom house?

• <div><p>Moving day for a four-bedroom house can take seven to 10 hours, with an additional four to six full work days to pack everything up. This will depend on how many movers are present, the square footage of your house, how much stuff you have, and any heavy or difficult-to-move items, like a piano or armoire. </p></div>

Q: Should you tip movers?

• <div><p>Tipping movers is not mandatory, and most professional companies do not expect it. However, it is a common way to show appreciation for their hard work and the care they take with your belongings and home. A standard tip is between 10% and 20% of your total bill, split among the crew, or about $10 per mover per hour, tipped individually. It's an especially good idea to tip if the movers work in difficult weather, handle specialty items like pianos or pool tables, provide extra packing services, or go above and beyond your expectations.</p></div>

Q: Is it less expensive to move a house or build one?

• <div><p>Building a house is generally more expensive upfront than moving an existing one. However, the total cost depends on factors such as location, size, materials, labor, and permits. Moving a house can incur significant expenses for transportation, permits, site preparation, and renovations. On the other hand, building a new house allows for customization and may have lower long-term maintenance costs.</p></div>

Q: What do movers load first?

• <div><p>When loading a moving truck, the general rule is to load the heaviest and largest items first to create a stable base at the front of the truck, which helps balance the weight. You can start with large furniture like sofas, beds, mattresses, and tables to form a solid foundation, or begin by placing your heaviest boxes against the truck's walls to create a base layer. After the base is set, continue loading other large items like appliances and square furniture. Lighter and smaller objects, including most of your boxes, should be loaded last. They can be packed into gaps, around, and on top of the heavier items to maximize space. Following this order makes unloading easier and helps prevent damage to your belongings.</p></div>

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We’ve been working with Will Allen and the team at Precision Flooring for over 20 years, and they’ve been nothing short of outstanding. One of the things we appreciate most is the consistency—you always work with the same trusted people on every project, not someone new each time. For us, that’s...
Precision Flooring & Design
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Reviewed in April 2023
We just finished a large renovation project with GME Renovations and could not be more pleased with the results. George and his team were organized, had excellent communication, kept the project moving forward, maintained a meticulous job site, and produced high-quality results. This was a major...
GME Renovations, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2017
Luke and his crews have built 2 decks for us in Stillwater, OK, the first in 2013 and the second on the house we moved to 2 years later, during Fall 2017. Both crews have been incredible - they clean up immaculately at the end of every workday so we don't have to worry about our dogs...
Tiller Fence and Deck LP
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Reviewed in August 2016
The company has been very responsive and helpful to me since I moved into my home. The Lennox HVAC in the new home had problems every year. They were able to install the new Trane system the next day. It was great because it was peak of summer and we had suffered without AC for 2 days. Their...
Country Comfort Heating & Air
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Reviewed in July 2016
It went great they were on time and did all the work. They were polite and put things right where we wanted them and even helped set up bedroom. I gave them a $40 tip. I highly recommend for your moving. Jobs.
On Call Moving Company
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Reviewed in May 2015
EXTREMELY rude customer service. You cannot make an appointment unless you have a contract with them already which makes no sense. Asked pointless and irrelevant questions about my landlord. So I found a better service at a cheaper price. I tried to call and cancel and the employee or owner...
Aladen Carpet Cleaning-Rstrtn
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Reviewed in January 2015
Excellent. The moves were on time, professional and efficient.
2 Fellas Moving Company
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Reviewed in July 2014
Our neighbor recommended Schatz window cleaning to us, and two days after I called them, Wally Schatz arrived to give an estimate. We agreed on the price and that he would come a week later to do the job. Wally and his helper Milo arrived exactly on time and finished in 1 1/2 hours. They...
Schatz Window Washing
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Reviewed in May 2013
When I had them move me to my new home they did not unload my things well. I asked them to not listen to my husband and to only listen to me. I have an antique china cabinet and this piece of furniture had a stretcher bar that had a tendency to fall out. The stretcher bar was fine, but one of...
Two Men And A Truck
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Reviewed in April 2013
I am remodeling the laundry room in a 57 year old house. I completely gutted the room and wanted to add electrical outlets, ground existing 2 prong outlets, remove two old electrical panels that had previously been replaced but not removed, and move the location of a light switch. Mr. Walton...
Brecin Electric LLC
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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving

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Serving Langston, 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.

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In business since 2011

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"I had the best experience with this moving company. Very professional, fast and responsive."

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Recommended by80%of homeowners

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Perfectly Fast Moving, LLC

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Serving Langston, OK and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"I moved from Brooklyn to Miami I called Perfectly fast moving company They reliable fast and afoot Im very happy with Perfectly fast moving ?"

Response time3 hrs

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United Trust Van Lines, LLC

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Serving Langston, OK and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

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"They are very professional. The guys who actually moved the stuff were so nice and made the moving process so short and quick. I would recommend them to anyone who is looking to move and searching for a good company."

Response time2 hrs

Recommended by66%of homeowners

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Bigger Better Movers Plus, LLC

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In business since 2017

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Small jobs welcome

"OUTSTANDING! Rickey and Jeffrey called ahead, showed up on time and did an amazing job with my local move. Extremely careful with all my things. Very professional, friendly and obviously very experienced movers. They were a joy to work with. Ill definitely call BBM if I need to move again. Thank you so much!"

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Yandell logistics

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

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers

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In business since 1999

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"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

Serving Langston, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"I needed a quick move and they were definitely helpful I m so grateful they were able to fit me in. I m new to the city and will be using them again with my next move date!"

Response time1 day

Response rate88%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Langston, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

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"The company that did the move was excellent."

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Recommended by94%of homeowners

Serving Langston, OK and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Small jobs welcome

"Taylor and Dylan did a great job! Everything was moved without any damage. I have a large desk that they took apart for moving and they assembled it at the new location. Definitely recommend them."

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Moving questions, answered by experts

Plastic bins are excellent alternatives to moving boxes. They’re more durable than the traditional cardboard. Have any unused suitcases? Those can make for great storage solutions for your long-term needs. Avoid plastic bags or anything that doesn’t allow for breathability.

Moving day for a four-bedroom house can take seven to 10 hours, with an additional four to six full work days to pack everything up. This will depend on how many movers are present, the square footage of your house, how much stuff you have, and any heavy or difficult-to-move items, like a piano or armoire.

Tipping movers is not mandatory, and most professional companies do not expect it. However, it is a common way to show appreciation for their hard work and the care they take with your belongings and home. A standard tip is between 10% and 20% of your total bill, split among the crew, or about $10 per mover per hour, tipped individually. It's an especially good idea to tip if the movers work in difficult weather, handle specialty items like pianos or pool tables, provide extra packing services, or go above and beyond your expectations.

Building a house is generally more expensive upfront than moving an existing one. However, the total cost depends on factors such as location, size, materials, labor, and permits. Moving a house can incur significant expenses for transportation, permits, site preparation, and renovations. On the other hand, building a new house allows for customization and may have lower long-term maintenance costs.

When loading a moving truck, the general rule is to load the heaviest and largest items first to create a stable base at the front of the truck, which helps balance the weight. You can start with large furniture like sofas, beds, mattresses, and tables to form a solid foundation, or begin by placing your heaviest boxes against the truck's walls to create a base layer. After the base is set, continue loading other large items like appliances and square furniture. Lighter and smaller objects, including most of your boxes, should be loaded last. They can be packed into gaps, around, and on top of the heavier items to maximize space. Following this order makes unloading easier and helps prevent damage to your belongings.

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