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Pros
- Budget-planning service
- No deposit
- Only provides binding estimates
- Climate-controlled storage facilities
- Expedited relocation services
- In-house vehicle shipping
- Background-checked movers
- Financing available
- Intuitive AI-assisted online quote tool
- Flexible insurance plans
- Free month of storage
- Upfront pricing
- Flat-rate pricing
- Free month of storage for all customers
- Light packing is available for long-distance moves
- Hires movers who average 10 years of experience
- Provides fixed-rate quotes
- Trains its employees regularly to efficiently handle special packing and crating
- Customized rental periods are available
- Offers price-matching for comparable services from competitors, such as PODS
- Containers are made entirely of steel to better protect belongings from weather damage
- Offers an online cost estimator
- Offers price-matching
- Provides quick service
- Focuses on providing binding estimates only
- Offers customizable moving packages
- Offers GPS tracking
- Offers a quick quote process for last-minute moves
- Prescreens all third-party movers in its network
- Provides full-service packing and crating for all moving customers
- GPS tracking is available
- Fast delivery times
- Less expensive pricing than full-service movers
Cons
- Items may take 10–14 days to arrive
- Limited storage services according to zip code
- Three-day requirement for cancellations
- Misleading quote tool
- No weekend support
- Slow claims process
- Higher-than-average pricing
- Long quote process
- No refund on your deposit
- Below-average customer reviews
- Outsources some moves
- Requires up to a 25% deposit
- Can’t promise extra services, such as fragile packing and crating
- No upfront pricing
- Reputation for difficult communication during the first phase of a move
- Charges higher average prices
- Has limited customer service on weekends
- Requires a deposit of up to 50% of the total cost
- Can only do long-distance moves with an 8-foot container
- Requires a deposit for long-distance moves
- Services aren't available in all states
- Not responsible for any damage due to broker status
- Service varies by location according to reviews
- Unwanted contact from partner companies may occur
- Long quote process makes it not ideal for quick moves
- Reviews vary by local branch
- Slow damage claims process
- No customer service on the weekends
- No refund on your deposit if it's more than 72 hours after booking
- Not responsible for damage due to broker status
- Cancelation fee charged if within a week of your service date
- Moves must exceed 150 miles
- Storage only available at a company facility
Summary
We recommend North American Van Lines (NAVL) as the best long-distance mover overall because of its customizable insurance packages, highly rated customer service, and extensive service options.
We recommend Allied if you want to ship a vehicle due to the company’s in-house vehicle relocation services.
We recommend JK Moving Services for its ability to offer financing options through its partnership with Enhancify and its high-end, white-glove packing services.
We recommend International Van Lines (IVL) if you want the most moving service options possible. The company boasts one of the most extensive moving service catalogs at highly competitive rates.
We recommend Safeway Moving Inc. for condo or HOA residents. The company has a special focus and training on the regulations and problems that may arise with these moves.
We recommend American Van Lines if you’re moving high-end items or antiques because it focuses on training its staff to move difficult and valuable items.
We recommend 1-800-PACK-RAT for partial-service moves because of its simple and affordable storage and transportation solutions.
We recommend Moving APT because of its highly rated customer service and its ability to quickly provide you with multiple quotes for its partner companies.
We recommend Mayflower for moves with more than five bedrooms. Its fleet, service areas, and specialized large-home service options offer more flexibility than other movers.
We recommend Interstate Moving & Relocation Group as a reputable broker if you need to move quickly. The company’s customer service is prompt, and its broker network helps you find a vetted mover fast.
We recommend U-Pack if you’re moving on a tight budget. You can save big if you’re willing to handle most of the labor yourself, but the company also offers third-party assistance with packing and loading services.
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