You want to do some advance homework in planning your next move. Moving is one of the biggest projects you will undertake and the Moving Company you select to; Advise, Consult, Plan, Manage, and do the actual Moving will make all the difference. Whether your move is a Residential or Commercial Move, the right Mover will create and plan a succesful minimal stress-free Moving experience for you at a fair and reasonable cost. A poorly selected Mover will create the exact opposite moving experience. Save yourself frustration, time and possibly money. Start planning your move at least six to eight weeks before your targeted moving date.

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Looking for reputable moving company takes time. There are a number of different sources such as the yellow pages, local newspapers, flyers, etc. However, MovingRelocation.com has done most of the work for you. You can be assured that each and every mover that advertises with MovingRelocation.com is licensed, insured, and reputable. If you feel the need to do some investigation on your own, you can call your local regulatory agency to make sure that the company is operating legally in your state. If you are moving interstate, call the FHWA in your area to confirm that your mover has an ICCMC # (Interstate Commerce Commission Motor Carrier) or US DOT operating authority. Once you have called your local regulatory agency and/or the Federal DOT/F.H.A. to insure the moving company is licensed, you may want to check with the American Moving and Storage Association at Phone: (703) 683-7410. Most legitimate moving companies are a member of and comply with the policies and procedures of this organization. You may also check with your state and/or Regional Movers Associations.

Lastly, call your local Better Business Bureau to check how many complaints the company has against them. You should request a file report on all companies that you plan on getting estimates from and find out if they comply with the BBB Arbitration Program.

Moving companies will offer estimates to help you approximate moving expenses. Such estimates can be binding (the mover guarantees the price prior to the move) or non-binding (the mover estimates the price and provides final charges after the shipment is weighed). To assist movers in calculating the cost of your move, show them every item to be moved, including the contents of your attic, basement and garage. Ask the mover to explain the estimate in detail, and reach a clear understanding about the amount of packing and other services you'll require. Also, be sure you receive a written copy of the estimate.

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Our free Shipping Weight Calculator will help you determine approximately how much your belongings weigh and a general idea of moving costs.

Before packing begins, the mover will make an inventory of your household goods to be shipped. Since the inventory record is one of your most important shipping documents, make sure all copies are legible, and that all items are numbered, listed and described correctly. To save on packing charges you may want to pack part of your belongings yourself. But keep in mind that moving companies usually will not accept liability for breakage to "owner-packed" items, or they may require that the moving van driver inspect the cartons. Be sure to ask your moving company about its policy, and ask for advice on packing materials and procedures.