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…”As you are aware moving can be a nightmare. We are grateful to all involved at Apollo for making our move a pleasant dream”…. Mr. & Mrs. Wojtowicz, Somerset, NJ

…”Your movers were careful and helpful and took great care of the furniture, walls and floors while moving in and out”… Mr & Mrs. McMaster, Somerset, NJ

…”From the first time we met you we were treated with kindness, professionalism and courteousness”… Mr. & Mrs. Walker, Bridgewater, NJ

…”Thank you to all involved in making our move from Morristown to New Mexico so successful. Everyone arrived when scheduled and was cheerful, professional, and considerate of our home and belongings.”… Mr. & Mrs. Rekas, Santa Fe, NM

…”The team leader was a true professional! He orchestrated a smooth and conscientious movement of our precious goods and the team packed our furniture securely and showed respect for the articles they were transporting”… Mr. & Mrs. Rosen

…”We were amazed at how they put our entire house into four crates. They did not stop until everything was loaded and sealed”… Mr. & Mrs. Ortiz

…”They were extremely patient as we determined where each piece should be placed. The time for both loading and delivering were within the time frame of the estimate”… Mr. Malin

…”There was no damage to our valuables and no damage to our home. Thank you for a great job!”… Mr. Leifer, Langhorne, PA

…”The crew was fantastic. They have wonderful personalities and were able to my wife at ease. Thanks to you and your employees”…Mr. & Mrs. Massagli, Barnegat, NJ

…”I am writing to express my thanks and appreciation for making the move stress free and enjoyable… I certainly would recommend your company to friends who are moving”… Mr. Nagy, Scottsdale, AZ

…”Nothing got lost or broken and you showed up on time and got us unloaded quickly”… Mr. Oechsli, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

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Pre-Move

When is the best time to move?

The busiest times for moving companies are during the summer months, May 15 - September 15. At the end of these months, the volume of shipments is extremely heavy. This is the case for all professional relocation and moving companies.

Take all the factors into consideration when deciding on the best time for you to move. If you have some flexibility in your schedule, provide the moving company with a five-day window for loading your shipment. This will allow the individuals who schedule the drivers and moving crew members greater flexibility when scheduling your move. If possible, be flexible with your destination timeframe as well. Keep in mind that you most likely are not the only shipment the truck is moving. If you stay flexible, it should make a difference.

How do I select which moving companies will provide me with a free moving estimate?

Determine if you need a full service moving company. Research local, national or long distance moving companies. Ask your neighbors, friends, coworkers and family members if they can make recommendations. Investigate each of the movers you select with the Better Business Bureau. Good service is the best measure of a good mover!

When should I begin contacting moving companies for free moving estimates?

Try to provide the moving companies with as much notice as possible, especially if you are moving during the busy season as noted above. Six weeks from the actual move date is not too early for estimators to come into your home to complete what they refer to as a "visual survey of your household goods shipment." Add even more time to make a decision if you are obligated by your employer to submit moving estimates for a corporate relocation. Try to decide which mover you will use four weeks from your actual load day. Call the mover to confirm your booking and schedule your packing, loading and delivery dates. This timeframe can be shortened in the off peak season which is September 15 through May 15.

What happens when a relocation specialist comes to my home?

The relocation specialist will arrive at your home to complete the visual survey of your items. Once this is completed, the relocation specialist will calculate the weight, packing cost and any other charge related to your move. Remember that the relocation specialist must clearly see what you are moving in order to provide you with an accurate estimate. Crawl spaces, attics, and cluttered closets can be deceiving, so organize your house before the relocation specialist arrives.

Don't be alarmed if the relocation specialist goes through all your cabinets and closets or looks under beds and on top of cabinets. He or she must be able to see what is moving and possibly needs packing. If you know of items that are out of view, be certain to point them out to the relocation specialist. If there are items you will be eliminating, be sure to point them out.

One word of caution that can save you a great deal of trouble on loading day. Get rid of all items you do not plan to move. Otherwise, there may not be enough space for your shipment. This will not occur on one or two small items, but if you anticipated eliminating an entire bedroom suite and do not do so, it is quite possible that this could violate the integrity of your binding estimate and/or cause the driver to run out of space.

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