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What kinds of services do movers provide?

Before any kind of relocation, you will need to determine what “type” of move you are about to undergo — a long-distance move (also known as an “interstate move”) or a local one (usually referred to as an “intrastate move”). A local move consists of locating to a home that is under 50 miles away, whereas a long-distance relocation traditionally consists of moving somewhere 50 or more miles away. This is a defining factor in regards to determining pay structure and rates.

In addition to safely transporting personal belongings to your new home, moving professionals are also responsible for a variety of other services, including:

• Providing an in-home evaluation and devising a moving plan
  
• Providing moving supplies and equipment, such as boxes, blankets, trucks and vans
  
• Vehicle transportation
  
• Furniture disassembly and assembly
  
• Packing and unpacking
  
• Piano moving
  
• Long-distance moving and international moving
  
• Storage services
  

Questions to ask potential moving and storage contractors:

• How long have you been in the business?
  
• Can you provide me with references?
  
• How do you charge, and what does that include?
  
• What do your services include?
  
• How do you handle damage claims? Do you have any type of warranty or protection guarantee?
  
• What will I need to provide?
  
• Are there any important considerations or concerns you foresee with this project?
  
• Will you come to my home for a free onsite consultation before the move day?
  

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