Hiring a reputable moving company can help your big day go a lot smoother and keep your belongings a lot safer. Trained movers understand how to properly load and unload boxes, safely wrap furniture, and handle large and bulky items—tasks the typical homeowner isn’t familiar with.

If you’ve decided to save yourself the stress of moving (and the back pain!) and hire a professional team, look no further.

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1. Changing Spaces Moving

Family-owned

Changing Spaces Moving, Inc

. has been in operation since 2003 and has four locations in Birmingham,

Madison

, and

Huntsville

. They take pride in their customer service and ensure that all furniture and belongings arrive safely at their destination. Full up-front pricing is provided before you sign on the dotted line.

Here are some of the services they offer:

Long-distance and local moving

Piano moving

Packing, unpacking, and crating

Rates and insurance options

How much your move costs with Changing Spaces Moving depends on the date of the move, the type of unit you’re moving in and out of, the distance between the two locations, the number of stops, and more. You can get an estimate by filling out the form on the company’s

website

As for insurance coverage, the Changing Spaces rate automatically includes the federally-mandated liability coverage of $0.60 per pound per article.

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2. New Latitude Movers

Birmingham-based

New Latitude Movers

started in 1997 with local moves in the Birmingham area. Today, they offer local and long-distance moving, packing, and storage solutions.

They offer:

Virtual consultations

Packing, unpacking, and crating

Furniture assembly

Storage solutions

Rates and insurance options

New Latitude Movers charges an hourly rate that starts when they leave the warehouse and ends when they return. There is a two-hour minimum, and after that, clients are charged in 15-minute increments. Your total will be loaded into the company’s app at the end of your move, and a mover will ask you to pay before leaving the premises.

All moves come with the typical $.60 per pound coverage, but the company also offers additional insurance plans. For a quote and further information on insurance options, you can fill out the

request form

on their website.

Pro Tip Book your moving company as soon as possible (ideally, eight weeks out) to ensure you get the date you most desire.

3. Motivated Movers Birmingham

Since 2008,

Motivated Movers

has offered Birmingham and its surrounding areas premier moving services and customer care. The company has landed on Angie’s List rewards list multiple times and always strives to treat each client (and their belongings) with respect. They have locations in

, and

Motivated Movers can provide you with the following services:

Packing, unpacking, and crating

Long-distance moving

Piano moving

Supplies and materials

Rates and insurance options

To get a quote, fill out the form on

Motivated Movers

’ website. Your rate will be based on your preferred move-in date, whether you’re moving into a house or apartment, the distance the movers have to drive, the number of stops, and more.

Exact insurance information is unknown; however, the federal government mandates liability coverage of at least $0.60 per pound per article.

4. MOVEDADDY

No matter what kind of move you’re making,

MOVEDADDY

can help. The company offers a wide range of services, from apartments and single-family homes to offices and commercial sites. Further, movers will do as much or as little as you like, including services such as placing furniture and unrolling rugs.

Here are some of the services they can provide:

Self-storage of antiques

Unwrap, place, and set up furniture

Packing and unpacking

Free delivery of boxes and packing materials

Rates and insurance options

MOVEDADDY estimates are based on your items already packed and ready to move. The final cost reflects your move's actual time, plus transportation time for the drivers. After two hours, they track time in 15-minute increments. You can request a quote from their

site

Although the drivers are as careful as possible, sometimes damages occur. Drivers must complete a Damage Report before they leave your site. If MOVEDADDY determines an item isn't repairable, they reserve the right to either replace it or compensate for its value.

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5. This Side Up Moving

This Side Up Moving

started in 2008, operating out of a garage and using rented trucks. Today, the company has its own trucks—and a great team. They are constantly tweaking their offerings and procedures to offer the best customer experience possible and always try to emphasize the good.

Further, every move is handled with care and purpose, so clients always receive the most stress-free move possible.

This Side Up Moving Movers can provide:

Container rentals

Packing, unpacking, and crating

Furniture assembly

International relocations

Rates and insurance options

This Side Up offers hourly rate moving that is only charged during the actual time of your move—there is no additional charge for travel for moves within a 30-mile radius. If you need to cancel and don’t do so within 48 hours of your scheduled time, you will be charged for two hours.

As far as insurance goes, This Side Up offers zero-deductible full coverage valuation to protect your shipment. The minimum valuation is free and covers .60 cents per pound per article, and other options are available for a fee.

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How to pick a moving company

Vetting moving companies require some research but will save you time and hassle. To make sure you have a reliable mover, follow these steps:

Hire a local mover to help avoid unscrupulous businesses operating solely on the internet.

Get at least three written in-home estimates (be suspicious if it seems too good to be true!).

Verify credentials, including licensing and insurance.

Check online reviews and complaints, including sites like the BBB.

Be wary of a large deposit request—most reputable companies won’t ask for more than 20%.

Check the table below to help you decide between the five companies listed above, but do your own research if you find that they don’t meet your needs!

Company	Packing and unpacking	Storage options	Furniture disassembly and reassembly	Junk removal	Type of moves	Specialities	Insurance options
Changing Spaces Moving, Inc.	Yes	Yes	N/A	N/A	Residential, commercial, local, interstate, intrastate	N/A	Liability
New Latitude Movers	Yes	N/A	N/A	N/A	Residential, Commercial, Local, Long distance	Employee relocation	Liability
Motivated Movers	Yes	No	No	No	Residential, commercial, long-distance	Large items (pianos, safes, playhouses, etc.)	Liability
MOVEDADDY	Yes	N/A	Yes	N/A	Home, Office, Local, Long distance, Specialty item	Pianos, safes, hot tubs, etc.	Damages
This Side Up Moving	Yes	Yes	Yes	N/A	Residential, Commercial, Local, Long distance	Designer services	Liability, ask for options

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Plan your move well in advance

Now that you’ve considered a few companies, it’s time to book your moving team! Experts recommend booking at least two months before your move to ensure you get the date you want. At a minimum, shoot for four weeks in advance—though you may have fewer available choices for dates, times, and companies.

You should also use this time to get rid of anything you don’t want to move, collect the boxes you’ll need for packing, and start packing non-essentials. In addition, you’ll have to contact your insurance provider to have the address updated on both your

home and auto insurance

policies.

How to find affordable insurance in Birmingham

As you update your insurance policies pre-move, it makes sense to also ensure you’re getting the most affordable options possible. Whether you’re moving across the street or across the country, home and car insurance

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Should I tip my movers?

Although it is not required, tipping is greatly appreciated. As a general rule of thumb, you should tip at the end of the workday based on service received—but $4 to $10 per hour, per person, is the going rate.

Do I need to get moving insurance?

Even though moving insurance isn’t mandated, it isencouraged. Typical homeowners insurance policies don’t cover your goods while they’re in transit, and many moving companies will only compensate you the bare minimum for damage. A moving insurance policy will help protect your belongings from theft, vandalism, loss, and more.

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