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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
4.8(
419
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had Sam, Bradley, and Mason assist us with a move from one part of King County to the other. They were kind, patient, professional, adhered to CDC COVID-19 guidelines, and made our experience much more pleasant. Moreover, Emma also helped us locate crating and packing materials for the move."
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Aaron on the left is the crew lead of the entire two truck job. This photo is during the load.
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Loading the grand Piano with a custom built 6 wheel off road dolly
Tier building

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Big Shoulders Moving & Storage
4.2(
175
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We moved to our new apartment recently. The best overall value for moving services. We were very pleased with the attention to detail. The movers were very courteous and worked very hard. We liked they wrapped everything and took very care of our belongings. We had no damages at all. We will be recommending Big Shoulders Moving & Storage to our family and friends."
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17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Adams Van Lines
New to Angi

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Adams Van Lines stands out for its customer service, with dedicated moving specialists available 24/7 to answer any client question or concern. The company has successfully facilitated the relocation of over 75,000 families and specializes in both residential and commercial Long Distance moves, furniture packing, and more Adams Van lines know the ins and outs of the industry, and they do thire best to share what they have learned with thire customers

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Moving APT - Long Distance Movers
4.5(
282
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My mother used Moving APT for her recent long-distance relocation, and they did an excellent job. Their skillful packing and loading ensured that all of my belongings would make it to their new home in one piece. They handled every aspect of the move with kindness, transparency, and care. If you’re planning a long-distance relocation, I highly recommend them."
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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HireAHelper
4.4(
332
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were very professional and really took care of us. We had a lot of stuff to move out of storage and into our new house but they got it done in a timely manner and didn't make us go over the time limit we estimated. They were truly amazing and all of them deserve raises."
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Moving in the Snow

+62

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Big Shoulders Moving & Storage
4.4(
265
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Joseph from the sales team was amazing, he accompanied us throughout the process of moving the apartment which gave us peace of mind and in my opinion that is the most important thing when moving, the moving team that performed the work were nice and professional as promised, I am really happy that I chose you and will recommend you to all my friends and family. Thank you for excellent service."
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+13

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
Recommended by48%of homeowners
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Nationwide Movers
4.3(
97
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From start to finish, my experience with Nationwide Movers was outstanding. I don?t usually write long reviews, but the level of professionalism, care, and organization I witnessed throughout my move truly deserves recognition. From the moment I called their office, the team was courteous and responsive. The scheduling coordinator took the time to explain everything clearly including rates, packing options, and even helpful tips to make move day smoother. I received a confirmation call the day before and text updates the morning of the move, which immediately put me at ease. The crew arrived on time in a clean, well-marked truck, wearing matching uniforms and big smiles. They introduced themselves, walked through the house with me, and carefully reviewed the inventory before lifting a single box. That small step gave me confidence that they weren?t just rushing to get the job done and they genuinely cared about doing it right."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
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FAQs for out-of-state moving service projects in Des Moines, IA

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Keeping your motorcycle upright during shipping prevents battery acid leakage and protects against engine hydrolock by ensuring oil doesn't enter the combustion chamber. This helps preserve the bike's structural integrity and performance. Professional motorcycle carriers have the proper equipment to keep your motorcycle safe and secure during the moving journey.

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