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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 San Marcos, CA 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!"
Unloading team
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
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Best Quality Movers, LLC
4.8(
145
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Top notch service from both Alex and Leo! I had to do an out of state move recently and reached out to the company at the last minute. Regardless of the short notice, they were extremely responsive and were able to accommodate my tight schedule. Honestly, I could not have done this move without them -- they relieved so much stress off my back and made the whole process smooth sailing! They let me use their plastic crates for my move, delivering them two days before and allowing me to keep them for five days after. On top of that they were punctual, communicative, respectful, and very professional. Prices are reasonable especially considering the awesome service they provided. I could not thank Best Quality Movers enough for all the help!"
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Moving of a House
Property Protection

+27

Response time8 hrs
239 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Perfectly Fast Moving, LLC
4.3(
263
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I contacted the guys 3 days before the move. Last minute call. I was in a rush and nervous and worried about my first move in my life to other state. From the beginning of booking the move, they calmed me down and gave me a guarantee of a good move. And that's what happened. We closed the reservation over the phone in 40 minutes, with all the details. We made the payment. And on the day of the move, a team of professionals movers arrived. They worked quickly and professionally packed all my things. And just as quickly unpacked when they brought the things to my new home. Many thanks to you, you’re team of professionals!"
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Boxes

+3

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
2152 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Northern Moving Systems, Inc.
4.8(
43
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had just received a promotion I was waiting 5 yrs for! They told me I had to be there in 2 weeks!!! I started getting anxiety as how can I move so fast with a 3 full bedroom home! After ALLOT of research I just typed in 3 top moving companies in US and Northern moving systems was 1 of the 3 after calling one of the other top 3 I called Northern and got a salesperson Bryan who after I explained my circumstance he made me feel so comfortable,was SO professional and honest about delivery time !(the other company told me 2 days which I thought sounded too good! ) as I just received my delivery on Saturday Well, I went with Northern moving systems, just received my delivery on Saturday, and as I promised my personal rep Brian if all went well, I would write a great review and after doing six moves, I’ve never had such professional moving company from start to finish and someone there by my side anytime I needed it! I highly recommend you at least speak to Northern moving systems !"
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High End Table Pro Packed
High End Buffet Packing
Love Seat

+11

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by23%of homeowners
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National Van Lines, Inc.
4.3(
71
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1929

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have to say, I did not have great expectations hiring a national moving service for a big move from Austin to Albuquerque recently. Mostly because I have had mediocre experiences with big moving companies in the past. Boy, was I wrong! Both Joe Kim, my primary contact, and Lori, one of the logistics people, were outstanding. There wasn't a single glitch along the way, and National's systems were outstanding. I was timely informed about everything along the way, in an unobtrusive way. Highly recommended! Bonus was they were very economical."
Long Distance Mover
Packing for a cross country move
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Cross Country Moving
Moving your memories

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
614 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MSJ Delivery Moving & Storage
4.9(
585
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"MSJ did a fantastic job. They met us at the storage unit on time, actually five minutes early. They had four guys and two trucks and were fast, polite and professional. They wrapped items with blankets or bubble wrap that could have been damaged in transit. We had a lot of loose items that they put in a couple of big, heavy cardboard tubs during the move. It was obvious these guys know what they're doing. Even the owner of MSJ came to supervise the unloading process to make sure we were happy with the service and attention received. I heartily endorse them and would recommend them for anyone seeking similar moving help."
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Heroic Movers
5.0(
11
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and his employees are an absolute pleasure to work with! After moving from North Carolina to California, my girlfriend and I were left to do all the unloading ourselves. It was a last minute decision to hire moving help, but John was able to meet us almost immediately. He and his workers are personable, professional and have everything needed to do the job quickly. This was actually my second time requiring his services (last minute as well) and he responded, arrived and took care of business fast, showing me that his work ethic is solid. 100% recommend."
We stack tight to ensure the load never shifts!
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Project Perfect Load
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Moving Project

+18

Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Superior Moving & Storage, Inc.
5.0(
11
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Recently hired Dan and his team to move my 3 bedroom home to NYC. All incredibly professional and most importantly transparent on the cost. Walked me through every detail of the cost breakdown including the need for a shuttle service due to NYC’s narrow streets. I was honestly skeptical at first, expecting hidden fees to pop up later since my last movers did this to me, but there were none. Move itself was smooth and well coordinated. Dan’s team handled everything with care and what could have been a stressful move totally felt manageable - you should hire these guys! Thanks, Dan! "
Careful Handling
Furniture Prep
Packing Setup
Packing Setup
Ready for Transport

+2

Response time4 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Reliable Delivery LLC
4.8(
113
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Serving San Marcos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed to move about half of our household goods across town to a rental for several months. Reliable Delivery is not the cheapest but we will hire them again to move back into our house once remodels are done. They were responsive to our needs (dates, times, packing materials, etc.), spot-on punctual, and took exceptional care in handling our stuff. Each piece of furniture was wrapped in moving blankets and secured like it was going across the country, not just a few miles. Delivery was same day and they took great care to avoid any damage to stuff or the house we moved into. They set up everything where we needed it and even moved a couple of couches that were already in the rental house. The crew of three were hardworking, quick and clearly knew exactly what they were doing. It was amazing to watch them work."
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+13

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for out-of-state moving service projects in San Marcos, CA

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How long it takes to ship household goods to Hawaii depends primarily on your chosen shipping method and departure location. Standard ocean freight often requires three to six weeks from mainland ports, with shared containers sometimes taking longer due to consolidation schedules. Air shipping dramatically reduces transit time to days rather than weeks, but at significantly higher cost. Many residents adopt a hybrid approach, sending essential items by air while allowing bulk possessions to follow by sea.

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The items you’re prohibited from shipping to Hawaii include numerous plants, seeds, and fresh produce that might introduce invasive species to the islands' delicate ecosystem. Certain animals face strict prohibition, particularly snakes and other potential invasive species. Hazardous materials, firearms without proper documentation, and controlled substances cannot be shipped. Review current prohibited items lists from shipping companies and Hawaii's Department of Agriculture before packing, as regulations can change, and violations may result in significant penalties.

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