Long-Distance Movers

Your cost depends on shipment size, distance, packing, property access, and storage needs. Use the planning ranges above as a starting point, then request a written estimate based on your inventory. Confirm included services, the estimate type, and how changes to your belongings or moving arrangements could affect the price.

Compare written estimates for the same inventory and services. For interstate moves, use FMCSA’s registered mover search to check the company’s registration, business type, and complaint information. Ask who will transport your belongings, how delivery is scheduled, and what protection options and additional charges apply.

Start with an inventory review and written estimate, then confirm packing, pickup, and your delivery window. The crew prepares and loads your belongings for transport. Keep travel essentials with you and stay in contact about delivery access. At your destination, review the shipment inventory, condition, and placement with the unloading crew.

Pack clean, completely dry clothing in sturdy cartons or suitcases. Use wardrobe boxes for hanging garments, protect delicate fabrics, and label boxes by person or room. Keep enough clothing for your travel and delivery window in a separate bag. Ask about packing services if you want help preparing closets and wardrobes.

Check your mover’s acceptance policy and the destination state’s plant-entry requirements before packing plants. Restrictions can depend on the plant, soil, and origin. Review USDA’s guidance on moving plants and inspect for pests. Rehoming plants locally may be more practical than transporting them across the country.

Tipping is optional, and there is no required percentage of your moving bill. Choose an amount that fits your budget and reflects the crew’s care, communication, and work involved. Pickup and delivery may involve different teams, so confirm who will receive the tip and how it will be shared.