The standard overseas transport container we use to ship your belongings is a steamship container. These steel containers come in two sizes: 20 ft. (20x8x8 ft., holding approximately 1,100 cubic feet and 7,000 lbs. of household goods) and 40 ft (40x8x8 ft., holding approximately 2,300 cubic feet and 15,000 lbs. of... More
Once your move is scheduled, you will be assigned a personal Move Coordinator, who will provide you with general guidelines regarding country customs regulations and will be able to answer any questions you may have about your destination. You can also contact your local Consulate or Embassy to verify the... More
The importance of scheduling your move in advance varies depending on the time of year. Peak season for moving companies is May 15 through September 15, so our schedule fills up well in advance for this time of year. There are generally two appointments you need to set before Moving Day:... More
Most moving companies require payment up front by credit card or upon delivery in certified funds – cash, cashier’s check or money order. If you pay for your move by credit card, your card will be charged 3 days prior to Moving Day. Please note, a professional mover will not... More
Extra charges may be applied to the total cost of your local or intrastate move, after your in-home survey is completed and moving estimate is calculated. If you fail to show your moving consultant a certain area of the home (i.e. crawl space, shed, basement or attic) or if you... More
A Binding estimate is a guaranteed price that cannot be exceeded, unless additional services are ordered or performed that are not listed on your original paperwork. A Non-binding estimate requires you to pay individual fees based on the actual weight of your shipment and the services performed. More
We request that you or someone who can act on your behalf is present the entire time our packers and movers are in your home. You will need to sign paperwork and verify the services performed. In addition, we want to be certain that all services are being performed to your... More
The packing crew will cover your entryway and heavy traffic areas with rug runners, and your stairwells with protectors. Large furniture items (couches, chairs, ottomans) will be wrapped in stretch wrap to prevent soiling and other damage in transit. If you would like to request further protection, please notify your... More
Items such as clothing, linens and towels can be stored in your dresser drawers. More fragile items should be removed from your dresser drawers, completely. Such items should be packed properly by the moving company and any valuable items should be transported by you. In the event that your belongings... More
Hiring a professional mover to pack, load and deliver your belongings to a new home is an expense you can’t overlook. However, there are ways to save money throughout the process. These are the factors our Moving Consultants use to calculate your moving estimate and the actions you can take... More