Long-Distance Movers

Q: Should I hire movers or move myself?

This depends on your personal situation. Hiring professionals like TWO MEN AND A TRUCK ensures your entire move is taken care of by our teams, while moving yourself means you’ll be responsible for doing the heavy lifting, renting a truck, finding help, and more. You can see more about the differences between moving yourself and hiring professional movers here.

Q: How far in advance should I book my long-distance move?

Given the time it can take to perform a cross-country move, the best time to book is at least one month, if not a month-and-a-half, prior to your desired moving date. Moving schedules can fill up fast, so you’ll want to give yourself enough time to secure a spot on a franchise’s scheduled for your preferred move date.

Q: What items cannot be moved cross-country?

Items TWO MEN AND A TRUCK cannot move include prescription drugs or medicines, machine or gas engine items, animals, plants, flammable items, and sentimental belongings such as cash, jewelry, insurance papers, or birth certificates. Please consult with your TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchise for a full list of items that can’t be moved.

Q: Do you provide storage when moving long-distance?

Select TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchises offer different types of storage solutions at their locations, ranging from on-site storage plans to our vaulted storage options. Please contact your local franchise to find out if they offer storage plans.

At TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, we offer two different service options for long-distance moves: expedited and crated. Our premium expedited service provides a guaranteed arrival date and exclusive use of our truck to safely and efficiently transport your belongings throughout their cross-country journey. In comparison, our crated service is ideal for those who have some flexibility in their move date and are looking for a more budget-friendly option.

Both service options bring the same professional, stress-free experience for whatever solution works best for you! Whatever option you select for your next long-distance move, you can rest assured in knowing that your items will be handled with precision and care — just like they have for over 11 million customers before you.

What can I expect from an expedited long-distance move?

You can experience premium long-distance moving with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s expedited service. Your belongings travel on a dedicated truck driven by professional, background-checked movers, with a guaranteed arrival date. From start to finish, you can have have peace of mind in knowing exactly where your items are throughout the journey and that they are being safely transported to your new home.

Expedited Long-Distance Moving

How does the crated long-distance moving service work?

Moving across the country can have an impact on your wallet. If you have a smaller move, such as moving from one apartment to a new unit, and have flexibility in your arrival date, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s crated long-distance service can be the solution to fit your needs. This service provides affordable, professional, stress-free long-distance moving using sturdy crates and trusted teams.

To get into the details, the shipping crates measure at 89” L x 89” H x 47” W and can hold approximately 1,000 lbs., worth of belongings. This equates to each crate holding an averagely furnished room. The crates are loaded up with your items by the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK team in your area and placed on a third-party carrier. The crates are then shipped to the closest TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchise in your new area, where our team of professionally trained movers will unload your items.

With this crated option, you’ll receive a reduced price on long-distance shipping through efficiently-planned logistics. In exchange for a reduced price, you’re given an increased lead time on delivery.

Crated Long-Distance Moving

INTERSTATE SERVICE COMPARISON
	Expedited	Crated	Load Only
Price	Binding $$$	Binding $$	Hourly Rate $
Labor	Included	Included	Included
Trained/Professional Team
Valuation	Included	Included
Transit	Quickest	Flexibility	Customer's Time
Moving Equipment	Included	Included	Included
Ideal For	Full House	Apartment or moving a few items to different parts of the U.S.
Reach	Lower 48 States	Lower 48 States
Exclusive Use
In-Home or Virtual Consultation
Placement in home at delivery
Disassembly		(Minor)	Disassembly Only
Reassembly		(Minor)

Get the answers you need. All FAQs

How do I pick the right mover?

Create a list of local moving companies you plan to research.
Get a quote from each mover. Make sure to get moving quotes directly from a company’s official website or phone number. Working with movers directly cuts out any middlemen and will result in the lowest price.
Get a feel for each moving company’s reputation by reading reviews from real customers.
Ask whether each company is licensed and how they’re insured.
Determine how each mover’s schedule works. Is your delivery date guaranteed? Will the same person who loads up your belongings transport and unload them as well?
Make sure you’re comfortable with how each mover charges, their cancellation policy, and whether or not a deposit is required.
Choose whichever company best fits your move; everyone’s needs are different.

Should I hire movers or move myself?

When will I know when my belongings will arrive to their new destination when moving across the country?

When you use TWO MEN AND A TRUCK for your long-distance move, our professionally trained, background-checked move crews remain in constant contact throughout their journey. You never have to second guess where your items are throughout their transit, and can rest assured your belongings are being handled with care.

Now, when it comes to the exact arrival date, the timing can vary based on the service option you choose. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s expedited long-distance move provides customers with a guaranteed arrival date so they’ll know exactly when they can start unpacking to transform their new house into their new home. Our crated service, ideal for those who may be moving on a budget, provides an estimated arrival window for when all items can be expected at their next destination.

How far in advance should I book my long-distance move?

What items cannot be moved cross-country?

Do you provide storage when moving long-distance?