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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
936 Sw 1st Ave., Suite 130
4.51(
174
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Approved Pro
Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
936 Sw 1st Ave., Suite 130
4.51(
174
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
3637 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

Moving APT provides long-distance moves, packing and storage. Call Moving APT for the best cross-country moving, at affordable prices.

"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."

Peter W on January 2025

Moving APT provides long-distance moves, packing and storage. Call Moving APT for the best cross-country moving, at affordable prices.

"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."

Peter W on January 2025


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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
2141 E Magnolia St
4.88(
385
)
Approved Pro
Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
2141 E Magnolia St
4.88(
385
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
1891 local quotes requested

Long Distance Moving & Storage. Household, Commercial, International, Corporate services available. Our Mission is To exceed expectations on every move. We live this day in and day out. Our service is top notch and fully efficient. Our trucks are perfectly equipped for moving with Pads, dollies, Plastic and much more. We provide Long Distance Moves across the entire country, directly from our West Coast HUBS located in AZ, CA, OR and WA. Or, we team with our partner companies to complete moves together. We are proud to provide a service that no other company offers; Dedicated Trucks. This means that your belongings are loaded on the truck and not combined with anyone else’s items (from/to west coast only). They are not transferred to other trucks or facilities in route which causes damage and loss of items (typical with van lines). We have a set loading day and unloading day. This is by far the safest way to ship. Our interstate rates are per 24ft moving van that holds up to 8,500lbs or 1400CuFt. Some customers require one truck and some require more. One truck holds the average 1800SqFt.

"I cannot say enough great things about All Service Moving—and ESPECIALLY Rico and Reyes, who were absolute lifesavers for my last-minute move. After another moving company bailed on me the day before my scheduled move, All Service swooped in and saved the day. Rico and Reyes showed up EARLY, upbeat, and ready to tackle the challenge—even with super heavy furniture that usually requires a 4-person crew. Somehow, the two of them handled everything like pros without a single scratch or ding—on the furniture or either home. What really stood out was how personable, kind, and thoughtful they were. They moved quickly and efficiently, knowing I was paying by the hour, but never once sacrificed care or quality. They were kind to my mom (who was helping me out), and so sweet to my two dogs too. If you’re planning a move, ask for Rico and Reyes by name. They went above and beyond, and I want their team to know what a fantastic job they did. They deserve every bit of recognition. 100% recommend."

Mary B on May 2025

Long Distance Moving & Storage. Household, Commercial, International, Corporate services available. Our Mission is To exceed expectations on every move. We live this day in and day out. Our service is top notch and fully efficient. Our trucks are perfectly equipped for moving with Pads, dollies, Plastic and much more. We provide Long Distance Moves across the entire country, directly from our West Coast HUBS located in AZ, CA, OR and WA. Or, we team with our partner companies to complete moves together. We are proud to provide a service that no other company offers; Dedicated Trucks. This means that your belongings are loaded on the truck and not combined with anyone else’s items (from/to west coast only). They are not transferred to other trucks or facilities in route which causes damage and loss of items (typical with van lines). We have a set loading day and unloading day. This is by far the safest way to ship. Our interstate rates are per 24ft moving van that holds up to 8,500lbs or 1400CuFt. Some customers require one truck and some require more. One truck holds the average 1800SqFt.

"I cannot say enough great things about All Service Moving—and ESPECIALLY Rico and Reyes, who were absolute lifesavers for my last-minute move. After another moving company bailed on me the day before my scheduled move, All Service swooped in and saved the day. Rico and Reyes showed up EARLY, upbeat, and ready to tackle the challenge—even with super heavy furniture that usually requires a 4-person crew. Somehow, the two of them handled everything like pros without a single scratch or ding—on the furniture or either home. What really stood out was how personable, kind, and thoughtful they were. They moved quickly and efficiently, knowing I was paying by the hour, but never once sacrificed care or quality. They were kind to my mom (who was helping me out), and so sweet to my two dogs too. If you’re planning a move, ask for Rico and Reyes by name. They went above and beyond, and I want their team to know what a fantastic job they did. They deserve every bit of recognition. 100% recommend."

Mary B on May 2025


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Long Distance Movers USA
3357 N Ridge Ave, Unit 1
5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Long Distance Movers USA
3357 N Ridge Ave, Unit 1
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With several years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Excellent job!"

Evgeniya K on October 2024

With several years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Excellent job!"

Evgeniya K on October 2024


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Nationwide Movers
2428 Rose St
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Nationwide Movers
2428 Rose St
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
344 local quotes requested
24 years of experience

Why you choose us ? We are committed to giving you premier customer service that is second to none. Our entire team is trained, certified, and ready to work. We can meet your moving and Storage needs anywhere in the United States and around the world.

"Recently hired Nationwide movers for my relocation, and I couldn't be more pleased with the service I received. The team was professional and courteous from the moment they arrived. They took the time to assess my belongings and create an efficient plan for the move. They were incredibly careful with my fragile items, taking extra steps to ensure everything was packed securely. They even helped me disassemble furniture and reassemble it once we arrived at the new house. The team was incredibly efficient and finished the move within the estimated time frame, without any damage to my items. I also appreciated their communication throughout the entire process. They kept me updated on their arrival time and made sure I was satisfied with their progress. The pricing was very reasonable, especially considering the high quality of service provided. I would definitely use them again and recommend them to anyone looking for a hassle-free moving experience."

Chester G on May 2025

Why you choose us ? We are committed to giving you premier customer service that is second to none. Our entire team is trained, certified, and ready to work. We can meet your moving and Storage needs anywhere in the United States and around the world.

"Recently hired Nationwide movers for my relocation, and I couldn't be more pleased with the service I received. The team was professional and courteous from the moment they arrived. They took the time to assess my belongings and create an efficient plan for the move. They were incredibly careful with my fragile items, taking extra steps to ensure everything was packed securely. They even helped me disassemble furniture and reassemble it once we arrived at the new house. The team was incredibly efficient and finished the move within the estimated time frame, without any damage to my items. I also appreciated their communication throughout the entire process. They kept me updated on their arrival time and made sure I was satisfied with their progress. The pricing was very reasonable, especially considering the high quality of service provided. I would definitely use them again and recommend them to anyone looking for a hassle-free moving experience."

Chester G on May 2025


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United Prime Van Lines Corp.
221 W HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD Ste 387
5.00(
26
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Approved Pro
United Prime Van Lines Corp.
221 W HALLANDALE BEACH BLVD Ste 387
5.00(
26
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

United Prime Van Lines Corp, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I called United Prime Van Lines only 1 week before my move - they were extremely helpful and accommodating. On the day of the move we hit a snag, as there was someone else moving on my floor at the same time and we only had 1 elevator. They made the most of it and we moved a lot of stuff down 4 flights of stairs in a timely manner. Trustworthy and competent!"

Walter V on May 2023

United Prime Van Lines Corp, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I called United Prime Van Lines only 1 week before my move - they were extremely helpful and accommodating. On the day of the move we hit a snag, as there was someone else moving on my floor at the same time and we only had 1 elevator. They made the most of it and we moved a lot of stuff down 4 flights of stairs in a timely manner. Trustworthy and competent!"

Walter V on May 2023


Tower moving system
Located Out Of
No reviews
Tower moving system
Located Out Of
No reviews
3 years of experience

At Tower Moving Systems we provide local and long distance moving services for your household goods as well as your automobile transportation. Please call us at 954-304-9643 or submit a quote request for your free estimate today!

At Tower Moving Systems we provide local and long distance moving services for your household goods as well as your automobile transportation. Please call us at 954-304-9643 or submit a quote request for your free estimate today!



Move Quick Inc - Long Distance
Cherry Street
3.63(
8
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Move Quick Inc - Long Distance
Cherry Street
3.63(
8
)
Customers say: True professional
19 years of experience

No instate moves. Must leave state. Long Distance Moving Carrier serving 25 states, in business since 2006. Family owned and operated. Not a broker, Agent or referral service. We understand moving can be stressful, and we’re here to make sure you get the help you need and deserve. We are the top company in this industry, so you don’t have to worry about the “guess work” of finding the right long-distance moving company. You already found the BEST! Since 2006 we have stayed the path of 100 percent customer satisfaction. This achievement illustrates the significant focus Move Quick has on our customers.

"In spite of numerous negative reviews about Move Quick, Inc., I opted to hire this company for my move from West Virginia to Los Angeles. I spoke to Phillip, the manager/owner, who convinced me that the posted complaints had been resolved and were exaggerations. However, I, too, was subjected to an exaggerated low bid in order to snag my business. I, too, experience problems with the pick up and the delivery dates. The movers were a day late in arriving, then quoted me a 67% increase in price, from $3,100 to $5,200. BUT I was stuck. The company already had my deposit money. Also, I was charged for one flight of stairs and an exaggerated inaccurate measurement of my front door to the truck. I had been told there was no fee for one flight. I had provided exact measurements for the items in my two rooms of furniture. True, I had 51 boxes instead of 40 but that did not warrant such an increase in price, 67% almost $2,000. Delivery was also problematic. I had told Move Quick, Inc. that I would be at my new home 25 days after the pick up, October 30, 2019. That should have been more than enough time for any truck to drive cross country. They made me wait until December 4, 2020, a total of 25 days to drive 2,400 miles. I made the drive solo in 5 days. Communication with the company once they have your money is near to impossible. It took threats and 6 days for Philip to respond. He then provided an insignificant $75 discount. My recommendation: go with a larger company than can provide an accurate estimate and deliver within a reasonable time. Also, use a company that uses the industry standard of moving cost based on the weight of your items. Don’t let Phillip tell you his method of charging based on volume is better. No one else does this, for a reason. Other estimates I had received were in the $3,700 range.I should have Booked Elsewhere!”"

Monique G on May 2020

No instate moves. Must leave state. Long Distance Moving Carrier serving 25 states, in business since 2006. Family owned and operated. Not a broker, Agent or referral service. We understand moving can be stressful, and we’re here to make sure you get the help you need and deserve. We are the top company in this industry, so you don’t have to worry about the “guess work” of finding the right long-distance moving company. You already found the BEST! Since 2006 we have stayed the path of 100 percent customer satisfaction. This achievement illustrates the significant focus Move Quick has on our customers.

"In spite of numerous negative reviews about Move Quick, Inc., I opted to hire this company for my move from West Virginia to Los Angeles. I spoke to Phillip, the manager/owner, who convinced me that the posted complaints had been resolved and were exaggerations. However, I, too, was subjected to an exaggerated low bid in order to snag my business. I, too, experience problems with the pick up and the delivery dates. The movers were a day late in arriving, then quoted me a 67% increase in price, from $3,100 to $5,200. BUT I was stuck. The company already had my deposit money. Also, I was charged for one flight of stairs and an exaggerated inaccurate measurement of my front door to the truck. I had been told there was no fee for one flight. I had provided exact measurements for the items in my two rooms of furniture. True, I had 51 boxes instead of 40 but that did not warrant such an increase in price, 67% almost $2,000. Delivery was also problematic. I had told Move Quick, Inc. that I would be at my new home 25 days after the pick up, October 30, 2019. That should have been more than enough time for any truck to drive cross country. They made me wait until December 4, 2020, a total of 25 days to drive 2,400 miles. I made the drive solo in 5 days. Communication with the company once they have your money is near to impossible. It took threats and 6 days for Philip to respond. He then provided an insignificant $75 discount. My recommendation: go with a larger company than can provide an accurate estimate and deliver within a reasonable time. Also, use a company that uses the industry standard of moving cost based on the weight of your items. Don’t let Phillip tell you his method of charging based on volume is better. No one else does this, for a reason. Other estimates I had received were in the $3,700 range.I should have Booked Elsewhere!”"

Monique G on May 2020


Mile High Van Lines Long Distance Only
17527 E Caspian Pl
3.22(
9
)
Mile High Van Lines Long Distance Only
17527 E Caspian Pl
3.22(
9
)
17 years of experience

Mile High Van Lines is an interstate, long distance moving company that does not do local moves. We are an owner-operated business who started as a small company in Denver 2008 and grew slowly from doing deliveries for other moving companies into provide all of the service ourselves. With over 10 state of the art moving trucks there is no job we can not handle, but unlike the really big guys, to us you aren't just a number. When you reserve a move with Mile High Van Lines we treat you with the respect, attention and courtesy you deserve. From the moment you express interest in moving with us, we dedicate you your own Moving Consultant that will be with you every step of the moving process. At every point during your move we are just a phone call away. We understand moving is stressful and we make it our mission to alleviate as much of that stress as we can during this transition in your life.

"My husband, sister, and I relocated from Vancouver, Washington to Casa Grande, Arizona, with our items to be moved to a storage unit in Glendale, Arizona. There were so many mistakes and additional charges that our final cost was twice what the original quote was for. 1. Justin was lacking in knowledge; he told me that they would be sending a 26' truck (two, if necessary and at no additional charge). Instead, they sent a semi-truck. 2. I was told that if the semi-truck would not fit in our storage facility, then we would have to pay additional movers to move our items from the semi to another truck, which would then be taken to our storage unit. It is only by a huge stroke of luck that it fit. 3. I was originally told it would take 3 hours to load everything into the truck and it took over 6 hours. 4. Kevin (the guy calling to verify our inventory list) did not want our updated inventory list. I had told him that my husband had worked up a spreadsheet with a cubic foot estimate and offered to send it to him. He said that you didn't need it; it didn't mean anything. 5. Based on what Kevin told us, we bought money orders in the amount that he gave us. By the time they loaded everything, it was 10 minutes before the bank closed so I could not get any more money to cover our actual cubic footage costs, which were way off. My sister actually had to write a check for an additional $1500 because my checkbook was packed. 6. I was told there would be 3 men to offload our stuff from the semi into the storage unit, but there were only 2, which took longer than we had planned on. 7. Justin had mentioned twice that he was going to talk to his partner to potentially set up our final move (from storage unit to our house) in June so we wouldn't have to pay for the blankets. He did not, so we were charged an additional $400 for blankets. 8. The money orders that I had purchased for the unload were not usable because they were Western Union and he would not accept them. Since it was a Sunday, no banks were open, so I could not get any cash. Luckily for us, we had $4000 in cash, but we still needed the additional $500 for the rest of the cost, plus the blankets. The guys had to sit in our storage unit until we were able to get $400 in ATM cash. We were still short, but were able to use Zelle the next day. I still have not been able to get my money back from the Western Union money orders, so I'm out an additional $3000. 9. We had marked several items that needed to be offloaded from the semi to our personal moving truck so we could transport them to our temporary house in Casa Grande. Unfortunately, they loaded our unmarked, 550 lb gun safe to our truck while we were next door. When we arrived in Casa Grande, we had to find some neighbors that would help us unload it; it took three men, plus my husband and myself. I have no idea how we're going to get that back on a truck in June. 10. I originally told them we would arrive in Phoenix on Saturday evening and wanted our stuff delivered on Sunday. The driver called me Saturday morning wanting to deliver in the afternoon. I told him he were unable to meet him until Sunday. 11. They loaded items that were not marked for Casa Grande, onto our personal moving truck, so now we have to store them here. Overall, this was a complete joke. Unorganized, lacking knowledge, and just plain frustrating. I sent three emails to their customer service department and have never received a response. I would never recommend them to anyone."

Lori T on February 2020

Mile High Van Lines is an interstate, long distance moving company that does not do local moves. We are an owner-operated business who started as a small company in Denver 2008 and grew slowly from doing deliveries for other moving companies into provide all of the service ourselves. With over 10 state of the art moving trucks there is no job we can not handle, but unlike the really big guys, to us you aren't just a number. When you reserve a move with Mile High Van Lines we treat you with the respect, attention and courtesy you deserve. From the moment you express interest in moving with us, we dedicate you your own Moving Consultant that will be with you every step of the moving process. At every point during your move we are just a phone call away. We understand moving is stressful and we make it our mission to alleviate as much of that stress as we can during this transition in your life.

"My husband, sister, and I relocated from Vancouver, Washington to Casa Grande, Arizona, with our items to be moved to a storage unit in Glendale, Arizona. There were so many mistakes and additional charges that our final cost was twice what the original quote was for. 1. Justin was lacking in knowledge; he told me that they would be sending a 26' truck (two, if necessary and at no additional charge). Instead, they sent a semi-truck. 2. I was told that if the semi-truck would not fit in our storage facility, then we would have to pay additional movers to move our items from the semi to another truck, which would then be taken to our storage unit. It is only by a huge stroke of luck that it fit. 3. I was originally told it would take 3 hours to load everything into the truck and it took over 6 hours. 4. Kevin (the guy calling to verify our inventory list) did not want our updated inventory list. I had told him that my husband had worked up a spreadsheet with a cubic foot estimate and offered to send it to him. He said that you didn't need it; it didn't mean anything. 5. Based on what Kevin told us, we bought money orders in the amount that he gave us. By the time they loaded everything, it was 10 minutes before the bank closed so I could not get any more money to cover our actual cubic footage costs, which were way off. My sister actually had to write a check for an additional $1500 because my checkbook was packed. 6. I was told there would be 3 men to offload our stuff from the semi into the storage unit, but there were only 2, which took longer than we had planned on. 7. Justin had mentioned twice that he was going to talk to his partner to potentially set up our final move (from storage unit to our house) in June so we wouldn't have to pay for the blankets. He did not, so we were charged an additional $400 for blankets. 8. The money orders that I had purchased for the unload were not usable because they were Western Union and he would not accept them. Since it was a Sunday, no banks were open, so I could not get any cash. Luckily for us, we had $4000 in cash, but we still needed the additional $500 for the rest of the cost, plus the blankets. The guys had to sit in our storage unit until we were able to get $400 in ATM cash. We were still short, but were able to use Zelle the next day. I still have not been able to get my money back from the Western Union money orders, so I'm out an additional $3000. 9. We had marked several items that needed to be offloaded from the semi to our personal moving truck so we could transport them to our temporary house in Casa Grande. Unfortunately, they loaded our unmarked, 550 lb gun safe to our truck while we were next door. When we arrived in Casa Grande, we had to find some neighbors that would help us unload it; it took three men, plus my husband and myself. I have no idea how we're going to get that back on a truck in June. 10. I originally told them we would arrive in Phoenix on Saturday evening and wanted our stuff delivered on Sunday. The driver called me Saturday morning wanting to deliver in the afternoon. I told him he were unable to meet him until Sunday. 11. They loaded items that were not marked for Casa Grande, onto our personal moving truck, so now we have to store them here. Overall, this was a complete joke. Unorganized, lacking knowledge, and just plain frustrating. I sent three emails to their customer service department and have never received a response. I would never recommend them to anyone."

Lori T on February 2020


Dynamic Movers
5401 SW 25th Ct
3.50(
8
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Dynamic Movers
5401 SW 25th Ct
3.50(
8
)
Customers say: Super punctual
18 years of experience

Are you Moving? In a world of constant change, activity and progress Dynamic Movers stays on top of the latest technologies, latest equipment and latest techniques so that you may benefit with the best price/value/service combination in the business, backed up by our constant vigilance in order to make your move as stress-free as possible and give peace of mind. With our decade-long history as an industry leader, you can trust us to move your treasures because we have: Superior moving processes and systems that ensure a stress-free move Moved over 2,589,000 successful miles with our client’s personal treasures and household goods in the last year alone. An impeccable 10 year record with the DOT, not an easy thing to achieve. A Rating with the Better Business Bureau Attentive, caring service from our friendly, dynamic staff Highly trained professional packers and movers Timely, dynamic responses to any questions you might have Consistent, dynamic customer service as close as a phone call or text until your move is done. So, what are you waiting for? With our Best Price Guarantee and our Risk-Free Reservations & Deposit Guarantee you always get the best price and you can’t lose. Call and book your move now.

"Received quote and paid $2429.90 deposit. 1 week before scheduled pickup, they called and re-assessed the number of items in the house and bumped up the estimate by $4149. I cancelled the service because I had donated 25% of my house to charity and there were less items to move. However, they did not return my deposit of $2429.90 because they said that I did not cancel in time. They have pulled the bait and switch routine on others (B&B complaints). I would not advise anyone to use them for your moving services !!"

John B on April 2020

Are you Moving? In a world of constant change, activity and progress Dynamic Movers stays on top of the latest technologies, latest equipment and latest techniques so that you may benefit with the best price/value/service combination in the business, backed up by our constant vigilance in order to make your move as stress-free as possible and give peace of mind. With our decade-long history as an industry leader, you can trust us to move your treasures because we have: Superior moving processes and systems that ensure a stress-free move Moved over 2,589,000 successful miles with our client’s personal treasures and household goods in the last year alone. An impeccable 10 year record with the DOT, not an easy thing to achieve. A Rating with the Better Business Bureau Attentive, caring service from our friendly, dynamic staff Highly trained professional packers and movers Timely, dynamic responses to any questions you might have Consistent, dynamic customer service as close as a phone call or text until your move is done. So, what are you waiting for? With our Best Price Guarantee and our Risk-Free Reservations & Deposit Guarantee you always get the best price and you can’t lose. Call and book your move now.

"Received quote and paid $2429.90 deposit. 1 week before scheduled pickup, they called and re-assessed the number of items in the house and bumped up the estimate by $4149. I cancelled the service because I had donated 25% of my house to charity and there were less items to move. However, they did not return my deposit of $2429.90 because they said that I did not cancel in time. They have pulled the bait and switch routine on others (B&B complaints). I would not advise anyone to use them for your moving services !!"

John B on April 2020

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Moving services FAQs

Before hiring a moving company to help you with your move, there are a few things you will want to ask, including: 

  • Is there anything your company won’t move? 

  • Does workers’ compensation cover the crew?

  • Will you disassemble and reassemble the furniture? 

  • Are there packing restrictions?

  • Can you guarantee my delivery date?

  • Can you provide references? 

  • What do you charge extra for?

  • What is your cancellation policy?

Moving insurance helps protect your belongings from damage or loss during the moving process. This policy can help reimburse you either part of or the total amount of your belongings that become damaged during the moving process. Moving insurance has three main options: full value protection, released value protection, and third-party or separate liability coverage. Speak with your moving company to determine what is covered under each policy and their cost to determine the best fit for your needs. 

The average cost to hire movers is between $920 and $2,530 for local moves and $2,700 to $10,000 for long-distance moves. The number of movers you need, the total mileage you’re moving, your moving date, and ease of access to your home all factor into the bottom line. 

For example, if you only need one or two movers, you can expect to pay $25 to $50 an hour. However, if you need four or more movers, that charge increases to $100 to $200 an hour. Moving specialty items, like a piano or large aquarium, will incur additional charges.

In the world of professional moving, moves are broken up into two categories—a local move and a long-distance move. A local move is anything considered under 100 miles, regardless if you’re crossing over state lines. A long-distance move is anything over 100 miles, even if you stay in the same state or location.

If you’re hiring movers to help with your move, there are a few things that you can do ahead of time to set yourself (and the moving company) up for success.

  • Donate or sell items ahead of time to lessen the amount to move

  • Alert your neighbors (or apartment management) of the move so they can plan for the moving truck to arrive

  • Pack your belongings securely ahead of your moving date

  • Disconnect any appliances prior to the moving date

  • Clear a path for the movers to move freely inside your home 

  • Dispose of hazardous materials

  • Discuss with your moving coordinator where to unload the boxes

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