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Avatar for Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
4.9(
382
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My girlfriend and I recently contacted All Service Moving to help us relocate our furniture from Seattle to Lake City, and the service from them was amazing! Brad and Donald were personable, professional, speedy, and thorough. I definitely recommended their service if you need lots of stuff moved quickly and hiccup-free. They wrapped everything up nicely (they were also very handy with their bubble-wrap, even using it as a doorstop when going in and out for easier access), deconstructed furniture with ease, and overall made the job look so easy!"
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Aaron on the left is the crew lead of the entire two truck job. This photo is during the load.
The loading team at commercial building 1 in SW Portland.
Loading the grand Piano with a custom built 6 wheel off road dolly
Tier building

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Rapid Interstate Movers
4.2(
6
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was trying to arrange for a VERY small movle (7 small cartons and 2 small pieces of furniture), and most companies I contacted either wouldn't take such a small move, or they wanted to charge several thousand dollars. Rapid Interstate Movers did it for less than a quarter of the price I was quoted by the others. Brandon was knowledgeable and walked me through everything. The two workers who showed up at the house did a great job, and the shipment arrived cross country in just 4 days after it was picked up. I would highly recommend them for any move."
Rapid
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Flash Moving & Storage
5.0(
92
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, very efficient service. Easy setting up the timing and payment. Flash's rates are comparable to others in this area, and their timing of the move was perfect. The crew handled all items carefully, kept in touch about pickup and delivery too. Would hire again."
One Month of FREE STORAGE
Furniture & Home Protection
Furniture & Home Protection
Furniture & Home Protection
Furniture & Home Protection

+53

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Stairhopper Movers
4.9(
1,009
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This was a long-distance, out-of-state move that Stairhopper Movers actually made a shockingly easy and enjoyable (can you say that about moving?) experience. They have the process down to a science with great communication and outreach, but more importantly, they have a professional, efficient and friendly team who were a pleasure to work with every step of the way. And the price was very reasonable for the services performed. I'm hoping to never move again, but if I do, I'll be calling Stairhopper!"
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+157

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Mini Moves And More Inc
4.9(
88
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mini Moves came 3 times to move furniture while our floors were being sanded. They were always on time, careful with our furniture (and newly refinished floors), very helpful and really pleasant to work with. The office was also easy to work with and responsive to any questions. I will definitely use them any time I need furniture moved, and highly recommend them."
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+5

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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DN Van Lines Inc
4.4(
252
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys were professional and very accommodating. They provided materials and packed some breakables that were too big for us to pack. They even took down our big screen TVs and disconnected our washer and dryer! They did a good job of maximizing space at our storage unit as well. Very satisfied with their service."
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Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Five Stars Movers
4.5(
89
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would recommend Five Stars Movers for any moving project!! On time, professional at every stage and very efficient!! Chris, Jose, and Jesus were the best moving crew I've ever worked with!!"
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+44

Response time1 day
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for Aviv Moving and Storage
Aviv Moving and Storage
4.6(
289
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Third time we have used Aviv Moving & Storage and they are hands down THE BEST! Everybody from the administration to the conscientious, hard working crew are fantastic. The whole process was seamless and stress-free--what more can I say? Plenty! The crew is fast, timely and professional. And as always, they took such care with the furniture and fragile items. I have moved many times over the years sometimes involving storage units--this company is the only one who expertly packs and unpacks a storage unit. Usually there is some item that gets broken or damaged--not with AVIV! This past move involved transferring my 90 yr old mother to another assisted living facility out of state. As usual--they were wonderful. If this review inspires you to use their services--please tip the crew well!!!"
Aviv
Move day
Response time9 hrs
188 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Pro Express Moving, LLC
Pro Express Moving, LLC
4.7(
37
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Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Top notch white glove service all around. We hired Pro Express Moving with little notice as our new home in Florida become available a month early. Scrambling to find time to pack, Pro Express suggested to do the packing for us and honestly, it was a blessing. We worked out a timeline where we handed them the keys to our home in NJ the day before the move and we stayed at a hotel. We stopped by late in the afternoon on the day of the move and were pleasantly surprised on how perfect the packing of our things was. We left them and got a call from Pro when they were finished packing. We came back to do a walkthrough and everything was done better than expected. They scheduled the delivery to Florida per our timeline and arrived aas scheduled. They unpacked everything and it all arrived without a scratch. The managers and workers are super nice. The cost was as quoted with no surprises. This is our 6th move in 20 years and I wish I had used Pro Express with all of them. "
Interstate Moving
Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for out-of-state moving service projects in Melrose, MA

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