Congratulations on your decision to move out of state. Whether you have a new job, a new love or just want to start a new life, long distance moving is obviously a big step. But now that the big decision is out of the way, the practical questions start pouring in.
One of the most important questions: How do you find a safe and reliable interstate moving company that will handle your move as carefully and efficiently as you'd like?
First, know that you're not alone. It has been reported that every year 1.5 million families move long distance. Many moving companies can handle long distance moving. Some specialize specifically in interstate moving exclusively. You can rest assured that long distance movers have the equipment, experience and expertise necessary to make your out-of-state move as stress-free as possible.
The process typically begins when you contact an interstate mover for a quote. (MyMovingNeeds.com offers long distance moving quotes from multiple companies, which allows you to pick the best one and save money).
Usually, a long distance moving consultant will come to your residence or business to give you an estimate. It is important that national movers "see" everything that is going to be moved so that they can give you an accurate estimate. Don't forget to tell the consultant about items that you may be moving that might be in storage or tucked away in your garage.
If you are moving your home or business, chances are you have a lot of items to move. The long distance moving company that you select will likely use a large truck, which needs to be parked near your home or business for loading. Discuss with the consultant to make sure that the movers can access your home or business easily.
Interstate moving charges are determined by the type of the truck used, the amount of long distance movers involved and the amount of hours logged. Long distance movers charge by the weight of the shipment and by the number of miles to your new location. This is standard industry practice and your moving consultant can help you understand the mileage rate.
Once the consultant is done evaluating your long distance moving needs, you will be given an estimate. The interstate moving company you select may go above or below this estimate, but it should be reasonably close to what you'll need to pay.
If you'd like long distance moving quotes from multiple companies in your area, we invite you to fill out our form. All the long distance movers on MyMovingNeeds.com are licensed movers.