Seattle Movers

Seattle Moving Services

Services offered by moving companies

Movers offer a range of services, including local and long-distance moves, packing, loading and unloading, and storage.

Additional services your local movers may offer include:

• furniture assembly and disassembly crating
• specialty item handling for pianos, antiques, art, etc.
• quilt pad wrapping
• climate-controlled storage
• international moves

Some moving companies provide boxes, tape, and other moving supplies, if you prefer to pack your own possessions.

Getting a moving estimate

To get a comprehensive, accurate estimate, give the moving company as much information as possible about what will be moved and what services you expect to receive during the move.

Also include information regarding logistics, such as parking, distance from parking to the items to be moved, floor level of the old and new residences, and elevator or stair access. Let them know if any items will need to be moved into or out of a storage unit.

You can get a binding estimate or a nonbinding estimate. A binding estimate includes a set price that covers only the items and services listed on the estimate. The homeowner pays the price specified, even if the shipment weight or amount of hours worked varies from the estimate. If you request additional services, the company may revise the estimate to include these.

A nonbinding estimate is approximate. The final price is determined at the end of the move, when the shipment is weighed or the total hours of work have been completed. With this type of quote, the price may end up being higher than the initial estimated cost.

Hiring a moving company

Choosing the right local mover depends on your needs, expectations, and budget. Obtain quotes from multiple companies. When the moving company comes to your home, it’s a good idea to ask these questions:

• How will boxes be packed?
• When will boxes be packed?
• How are claims handled?
• What forms of payments are accepted?
• For long-distance moves:
  • Is there an inventory tracking system?
  • Will the truck be making more than one move at the same time?

When comparing the quotes you received, also take into consideration the answers the moving company gave you and the services included in the quote. Choosing a company that will get the job done like you want it is just as important as selecting a company that fits your budget.

The Best Picks for Seattle Movers

Hiring a qualified and experienced mover will make your move less stressful. To help you find the right moving company, the Best Pick Reports survey team reaches out to Seattle homeowners each year to identify the very best movers in your area.

Every Best Pick company is fully vetted and researched on an yearly basis to ensure that they provide high-quality work and excellent customer service. Our rigorous qualification process means that the companies we recommend are the best of the best. We are proud to present the results of our surveys in a format that is clear and easy to navigate.

When you work with a Best Pick moving company in Seattle, you’ll have a great experience—we guarantee it.