In most states a “local move” or “intrastate move” is based on time so if you get your quote over the phone there is certain information that your local moving estimator should gather.  A visual “onsite” estimate is usually more accurate but for small moves like studio or one [...]

  What I have always told people about tipping your mover is that it is “customary” not “mandatory”.  This means, yes most people do it, but you don’t have to tip your movers, if you don’t want to.  By all means, if your moving crew does a good job, and [...]

  When it comes to moving across country, or across state borders, when hiring an interstate mover, you should know your rights when it comes to paying for your move.  A situation came up in May 2010, when a family’s possessions were destroyed by a fire during transit.  All the [...]

Written By:  Jason Bacues, Bacues Billiards When it comes to moving pool tables, whether you are using a professional pool table mover, or doing the move yourself, there are certain tips that can insure your move goes smoothly. The 4 Most Important Things to Remember When Moving a Pool Table Yourself  Absolutely [...]

Written By: Dave Hauenstein, Vice President, Compliance Services & Government Affairs-AMSA  The professional moving industry is organized differently for different types of moves and it will help you to have a better move if you understand the differences.  First, there are important differences between local moves (called “intrastate” moves because [...]

Written By:  Dave Hauenstein, Vice President, Compliance Services & Government Affairs, AMSA  Moving companies provide a variety of services for a range of fees.  It is a good idea to talk with different movers to compare their services.  Ask your friends and neighbors about their experiences with the movers that [...]

Written By:  Dave Hauenstein, Vice President, Compliance Services & Government Affairs, AMSA  The regulations governing a mover’s contractual liability for the value of your goods vary among the states, so if you are moving locally within your state, please be sure to learn about the options available for your move.   [...]

  When you’re looking to hire a qualified moving company to safely pack up and transport all of your belongings to your new home, you want a professional, honest and reliable firm.  But opening the Yellow Pages or searching the Internet will turn up many options, leaving you not sure [...]

When it comes to the moving world, movers are required to weigh the shipment long distance or interstate, unless the shipment is 1000 pound and can be weighed on a warehouse platform scale. Your licensed mover is required to determine the weight of the shipment by one of the following: [...]

Moving can be a stressful task, here is some tips to make your life easier when it comes to hiring a mover. Get a written estimate or onsite estimate if possible:  Don’t hire a company without getting your quote in writing.  You should find out if your move is hourly [...]