How Long Will Packing Take?

Typically, most households can be packed within a day or less.

What Does the Packing Service Include?

Packing services include a team of professional movers who have been approved, scored, and reviewed by the Moving of America Moving staff. They will properly pack your items into boxes and ensure your belongings are securely loaded and padded for safe delivery to your new destination

What If I Haven’t Finished Packing By My Scheduled Moving Day?

If your packing is not finished as your scheduled moving day approaches, then don’t hesitate to contact the project manager assigned to your move. We will promptly send our white glove movers who will assist you with packing all your remaining belongings swiftly, minimizing any delay to your move.

How And When Do I Pay For My Move?

Moving of America accepts Discover, MasterCard, and Visa. Typically, movers require a partial or total payment before your move-in day. At Moving of America, we charge 100% of the total balance prior to the delivery of your items. The costs of packing supplies are non-refundable. For additional information, please see our Payment Policy.

I Have a Lot of Stuff. How Much Truck Space Will I Need?

When you speak with one of our professional Moving Advisors, they’ll conduct a thorough inventory of your residence and ask several questions about items such as that pool table and the pile of antiques stacked against the wall in the basement! The space required on the truck will depend on the items you plan to take, and pricing will be calculated accordingly.

How Many People Will Help Me Move?

Crew sizes vary depending on the items listed in your inventory. For example, pianos, fridges, armoires, safes, and other large items may require more muscle, leading to a larger crew.

What Does the Loading and Unloading Services Include?

Loading services involve properly padding furniture and loading the items into the moving truck at the origin location, as well as disassembling basic items (such as beds, dressers, and mirrors, etc.) and wrapping furniture. Unloading services involve removing all items from the truck at your destination and placing them in the appropriate rooms or areas per your instruction, as well as reassembling standard furniture (i.e. beds, dresser mirrors, etc.).

What Size Are Your Trucks?

Our trucks are fully owned and operated exclusively by us. They measure approximately 53 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 9 feet tall. While they can make it down most streets, please inform your Moving Consultant if a truck this size may have difficulty accessing your home. Based on the needs of our customers, we may also utilize a 26’ truck or portable storage container.

Can The Movers Arrange my Furniture according to My Preference in My New Home?

Absolutely yes! Once the transportation is complete, our expert residential movers will coordinate with you to carefully unpack and arrange all your belongings in your new space to your satisfaction.

What is My Protection Coverage?

Protection Coverage covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement for any items damaged while under the care of Moving of America. More information is available in our Protection Policy.

What About Lost or Damaged Goods? Are They Covered Too?

Your household goods are covered for the entire time they are under the care of Moving of America’s professional movers. Choose from two coverage levels to find the option that best suits your budget and coverage requirements.

How Far in Advance Do I Need to Schedule My Move?

Moving Of America strives to be as accommodating as possible with timing. Short notice moves are certainly possible, but can’t be guaranteed. We suggest you book your moves as early as possible, especially if you’re moving in the summer—the busiest time of year for relocation. We recommend scheduling your move seven or more days in advance to ensure the best available service.

What If My Move Dates are Specific?

When you decide on a move date, Moving of America Moving guarantees to pick up on that day. If you require a guaranteed delivery date, you need to inform your Moving Advisor. Depending on the size of the shipment, there may be an additional charge for a guaranteed delivery date. We guarantee delivery anywhere in the contiguous US within fifteen business days.

Can I Schedule A Move on a Sunday?

Yes. We offer professional moving services seven days a week, excluding major holidays.

My Move Date Changed! What Do I Do?

Don’t panic! If your moving date changes, simply contact your dedicated Moving Advisor. They’ll handle scheduling your new date. Please review our Rescheduling and Cancellation Policies for more details.

When Is the Best Time to Move?

While our movers are up to the task any time you hire us, the ideal period for moving is usually during the months when the weather is mild, i.e., during the Spring and Fall seasons.

Is It Possible to Move During Uncertain Weather?

It is possible to carry out moves in any weather. However, unless the move is necessitated by an emergency, it is not recommended by us to move during stormy or rainy weather. Our first priority is to keep our crew and your belongings safe and secure. If there is any risk, we will promptly inform you of any change in plans

What Types of Materials Are Used for Packing?

Our crews use high-quality industry-standard packing materials. To protect and cushion a customer’s items, our loading service will ensure that items are wrapped with professionally woven moving blankets. We do not use paper pads, which often tear or rip during transport.

What Happens If I Use More Or Less Space Than Estimated?

Our inventory process is designed to accurately determine your space needs before the move. If the inventory you provide is accurate, there won’t be any additional charges for extra space. However, if there are more items than initially listed, resulting in the use of additional space, your moving cost may be adjusted accordingly. This adjustment would be based on the original per-foot rate to account for the extra footage used. To prevent any surprises, please ensure your inventory is as accurate as possible during the booking process. In the event that you decide to leave items behind, you have the flexibility to adjust your inventory up to 5 days prior to your move to guarantee accuracy. Following any updates, your dedicated moving advisor will provide an updated price based on your updated inventory. If you end up using less space than initially estimated and do not notify us beforehand, there will be no changes to your costs on moving day.

What Causes My Estimated Costs to Change?

Provided we have an accurate inventory and you do not make any changes to the move dates, your estimated costs should not change. In the event of unforeseen “Additional Services” (such as multiple flights of stairs or a “long carry” when the truck cannot get close to your home), these charges would be added to your total move price. The aim of our phone inventory process is to identify and account for any potential Additional Services, thereby ensuring they are included in your total upfront price. This way, there won’t be any surprises. This is all outlined in your Order for Service Agreement.

Who Should I Contact with Questions During the Move?

Your dedicated Moving Consultant is always here to help you. Just give them a call at 201.862.8000. You can also email us info@MovingofAmerica.com. We’re excited to have your business!

Moving Checklist - Moving of America

In the sea of the things you should think about when relocating your home, there are some you would definitely like not to miss. One of the best ways to cover everything and avoid omitting any of the important steps on the way is to make a moving checklist. Below we will try to give you some useful tips on how this is best done.

Preparation for a relocation

Moving to another part of the town, country or even abroad is a significant event in one’s life. The whole process can be stressful. But remember that the final product is what counts. You are looking for a fresh start and a beginning of a new life. But before starting this adventure there are things that you should know about moving preparation. Good organization of resources is key to avoiding unexpected problems on the way. This, in particular, means planning, finding as much information as you can in advance, and starting your efforts on time. Arguably, the most important part of this process is making a solid moving checklist. Your checklist should include some of the mandatory tasks. We will try to help you here with identifying and keeping track of them.

Create a list of tasks

Moving checklist- week by week

Are you wondering how to start your to-do list and what are the things that you should prioritize? We recommend you to make a weekly plan. By doing this you will avoid all uncertainties that might happen just a few days before your move. You will also ensure everything is done on time. Moving is a process that cannot be done overnight.

The very start of making a moving checklist

You’ve found your new home and it time to start with preparing your schedule. Things that you should do about 4-6 weeks before your move are the following:

Do the research– Start collecting information about the place where you will be moving to. Search for the banks, schools, and doctors in order to be prepared for the new neighborhood. In this period you should start finding the most suitable moving company. Invest your time in checking the available options. Compare moving quotes from at least 3 companies, so you can find the most affordable one.
Set your moving budget– Plan how much money you can afford to spend on moving and start calculating all potential costs. Make sure you have a notebook or a documents binder handy where you can write down everything. From dates and costs to important numbers. Monitoring all the expenses will ensure you do not go over the budget limit.

Setting your budget is an important task on your moving checklist

De-clutter your home– Getting rid of the unnecessary things will save your money on moving. Go through your things and see which items you do not need or use. You can donate them to charity or sell them, it is up to you.
Insurance– Check if the insurance policy will cover your move. If not, you can find moving companies that can provide cover.
School records– If you are moving with kids, do not forget to organize the transfer of their records to a new school.
Order things for a new house– Beside the things and furniture that you will move with you, there are definitely some items that you will need to buy. Order them so that they can arrive at your new destination at the same time as you.

The middle phase

You have less than a month before moving day. In this period of time your to-do list should include these subsequent steps:

Choose your moving company- the big task on your moving checklist– After researching the market, you should choose a reliable company. Arrange the dates of moving with them and get written confirmation of costs and all the details.
Start packing things– Probably the most stressful and annoying part in preparing for relocation is packing things. Start doing that at least 4 weeks before your move, by sorting groups of items that you should pack. If you need moving supplies such as boxes, tapes, labels, you can order them. There is also another way of finding the moving material. Ask your friends or nearby shops for some of these things they were intending on disposing of. You will save a lot of money by finding reused boxes. You can always find a moving company that can provide services for packing, and do the job instead of you.

Finding reused boxes for packing your possessions

Booking the flights and accommodation– When moving to a long distance destination you will need to have a break if going by car. In that case, you should book a hotel for a night. In case you’ve decided to go by plane, buy your flight tickets.
Inform important parties– Notify your bank, post office, insurance company, newspapers you are subscribed to, about changing your home address. Contact utility providers- electricity, water, the cable company. Inform them of the fact that you will be relocating.
Checking the car– If you are driving on a moving day, make sure to take your car to a mechanic for a general checkup. Avoid doing long trips without making sure your long drive will be a safe one.
Valuable things packing– Pack jewelry, important items, and documents in a dedicated box that you will transfer with you, personally.

The final phase

In the final phase of setting up the checklist give special attention to your new home. Check with your real estate agent and arrange that utilities in your new home are set prior to your arrival. In the last week before moving, things that you should have on your to-do list are:

Packing suitcase– Pack essential thing that you will need in your new home for the first night. Those are a bed linen, a few plates and silverware, mobile charger and basic things for personal hygiene.
First aid and prescriptions– Make sure that you have with you prescriptions for the next couple of days. Just in case keep a first aid kit handy.
Clean your house– Before going out of your home, leave everything in a good shape. Clean the house on your own, or hire a cleaning company to clean the whole house. Not only the old but also the new one.
Defrost your fridge– If you are moving your fridge with you, make sure that it is clean and dry before moving.
Final walk through the house– Take your time by going through your old house for the last time. We all know that changing our living space is a hard thing. Say goodbye to your old home and habits. Get ready for the trip to your new chapter in life.

You are ready to move

As you can see a lot of tasks are in front of you. Making a good moving checklist and following all of the steps will decrease the stress level in facing the big moving day. Time is passing, so start planning and packing things for moving