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What type of move you need?
Choosing the type of relocation you need depends on several factors, such as the distance of your move, the nature of the items being moved, and the specific requirements of your relocation.
Whether you’re moving just next door or from one state to another, we’ve got you covered. Best American Movers is an award-winning moving company that’s ready to provide you with exceptional service.
Local Move
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Moving within the same city or a short distance (typically under 50 miles).
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When you need it: If you're moving to a new home or office within the same city or nearby area.
Long Distance Move
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Moving to a different city, state, or country, usually over 50 miles away.
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When you need it: If your new home or office is far from your current location.
Commercial Move
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Moving business items, equipment, and furniture from one location to another.
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When you need it: If you're relocating your business, including offices, retail spaces, or other commercial properties
Office Move
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A subset of commercial relocation, specifically involving the move of office equipment, furniture, and supplies.
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When you need it: If you're moving an office space, including desks, chairs, computers, and other office-related items.
Specialty Move
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Moving items that require special handling, such as pianos, fine art, antiques, or lab equipment.
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When you need it: If you have items that need specialized care and expertise during the move.
White Glove Move
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Premium moving service that offers the highest level of care, attention to detail, and personalized service throughout the entire moving process.
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When you need it: If you value convenience, have high-value items, or need a comprehensive moving solution, this service could be the right choice for you.
Packing Service
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Professional service that handles the packing and preparation of your belongings for a move.
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When you need it: If you want to focus on other aspects of the move and save time and effort by having professionals handle the packing process.
Storage and Delivery
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Storage and delivery service is a comprehensive solution that combines moving, storage, and delivery services to facilitate a smooth transition during relocation.
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When you need it: If you need storage solutions for items that cannot be immediately moved into the new location or need to be kept safe for a longer period.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is an important question to discuss with your moving company representative. Top-rated full-service movers offer a range of services that can significantly impact your overall moving costs. Typical standard services include:
- Blanket pad wrapping: Protects furniture and other items from damage during transit.
- Disassembly and reassembly of furniture: Includes taking apart and reassembling large pieces of furniture.
- Basic valuation protection: Provides coverage at 60 cents per pound per article
- 30 days of storage: Available while items are in transit.
Typical Additional Services:
- Non-reusable packing supplies: Includes tape, boxes, cardboard, mattress covers, shrink wrap, and wood crates. These are generally charged separately.
- Stairs: Most companies do not charge for the first flight or 7 steps of stairs. However, anything beyond that is typically charged at $75 per additional flight (7 steps).
- Long carry: The first 75 feet from the truck to the front door or apartment are usually free. Every additional 75 feet may be charged at $75.
- Elevators: Local moves often do not incur elevator fees, but long-distance moves might include a $75 elevator fee to cover additional labor time.
- Suttle service: Used when a semi-truck cannot access the property, requiring a smaller truck for transport. Common in big cities or restricted areas, shuttles are typically charged at $1 per cubic foot (CF), with a minimum charge of $350.
- Bulky fees and special handling: Applies to oversized items such as lawn mowers, pianos, jacuzzis, hot tubs, toolboxes, and safes.
- Insurance: Basic valuation protection, which is included as per federal regulations, covers 60 cents per pound per article. However, this may not be sufficient to cover potential losses. Even with careful packing, risks such as accidents, weather conditions, and vibrations can occur during transit. It’s important to evaluate these risks and consider additional coverage. You can either enhance your homeowner's or rental policy or obtain additional coverage through a third-party insurer like Bakers International or similar.
When moving, understanding your insurance and valuation protection options is crucial to safeguard your belongings. Moving companies typically offer two types of valuation protection:
- Basic Value Protection: Often included at no additional cost, this provides minimal coverage—typically 60 cents per pound per item. This may not be sufficient to cover the full value of your items in case of loss or damage.
- Full Value Protection: Offers more comprehensive coverage, ensuring that the moving company will repair, replace, or compensate for any damaged or lost items. This protection comes at an additional cost, but it provides greater peace of mind.
In addition to these options, you might consider purchasing third-party moving insurance for extra coverage. This can provide additional protection beyond what is offered by the moving company. Be sure to discuss these options with your homeowners' or renters' insurance provider and review their policies carefully to ensure that your items are adequately protected during the move.
If possible, it’s best to handle fragile and valuable items yourself to ensure their safety. Moving companies often have limitations on their liability for certain high-value or delicate items. Here are some key points to consider:
- Self-Handling:
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Personal Transport: If you can manage it, transport fragile and valuable items yourself. This allows you to have direct control over their handling and ensures they are in your possession throughout the move.
- Moving Company Liability:
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Bill of Lading: Most moving companies' bills of lading specify that they are not responsible for items like cash, documents, jewelry, firearms, and bank notes. Ensure you understand these limitations and make arrangements to secure or transport these items separately.
- Medications:
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Keep Medications with You: Always keep medications with you rather than packing them with your household goods. Ensure that you have all necessary prescriptions and medications readily available in your carry-on bag. This helps avoid any potential issues with access or temperature sensitivity during the move.
- Secure Your Valuables:
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Before Movers Arrive: Remove valuables such as wallets, car keys, cash, watches, and jewelry from visible or easily accessible places before the movers arrive. This helps prevent any misunderstandings or potential issues.
- Alternative Arrangements:
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Shipping and Delivery: If you cannot transport these items yourself, consider arranging for specialized shipping or secure delivery services for high-value or fragile items. Look into options like insured courier services or professional packing and shipping companies.
- Communication and Documentation:
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Discuss with Movers: Clearly communicate any special handling instructions for fragile items with your moving company. Ensure they use appropriate packing materials and methods for these items.
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Inventory and Documentation: Create a detailed inventory list and take photos of valuable items before the move to document their condition. This can be helpful for insurance purposes and for tracking the condition of your items upon arrival.
By taking these precautions, you can help ensure that your fragile and valuable items are handled properly and minimize the risk of damage or loss during the move.
