The major difference between local and national move is that local movers charges on an hourly basis, and long distance movers charges are typically based on the cubic volume (“cubic footage”) of items to be transported. Depending on the distance, typical cubic foot rates vary from $2.50 to $7.00 prices per C.f. are subject to distance. The location you are moving to and from popularity can be a factor also.

Based on the inventory you provide, our long distance moving companies will give you an estimate for the total cost of your intended shipment. Please make sure to provide the exact details AND dimensions of your goods (e.g.; one big sofa chair, 6 dining room chairs, boxes/bins size) to eliminate surprises to the moving company and therefore possible surprises in a price change, keep in mind that if the moving companies will need to use an extra packing materials you will be charge on each packing material that had been used according to the moving company rates. Long distance movers travel in large trucks where every bit of space is calculated in order to ensure the most optimal use of each centimeter. Also keep in mind that extra packing supplies might need to be used in order to compensate for your packing or to secure items along the way. These items will most likely be added to your final bit and would be another good topic of discussion when you are contacted by each company. Make sure to ask what their typical prices are for these items and examples of situations in which they might need to be used.

Typically long distance moving companies place a sticker on each box with a number. They then make a list of what each box number contains. It is imperative that you go over this with them to ensure that no items will be lost along the way. You should know what is in each box and that they have each box itemized. Ask for a copy of this list and make sure to hold on to it so that when your items arrive you can go through each item and double check that everything is there. Again this is something that your will want to go over with your potential moving services company to confirm their processes and organizational tactics.

If you would like a quick and free long distance moving estimate, here is where Moving Nation comes in. Fill out the free moving quote form and let the moving companies in our network come to you. *Remember, when looking for long distance services, you’re negotiating for cubic feet prices!

Services that are also applies to long distance movers:’

• Full/partial packing, unpacking.
• Crating – fine art, antiques, marble.
• Storage – Long or short terms
• Hoisting
• Furniture move
• Piano move