The term long distance in moving companies typically refers to interstate moves. In other words, these are moves that originate in Nashville with a destination in any other state than Tennessee.
All interstate long distance moving services are regulated by the FMCSA or the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and require specialized licensing and DOT permits for the carriers. Most of the smaller, family-owned moving companies in the Nashville area do not offer long distance relocation, but they may use the term long distance to indicate delivery in the state but outside of their local moving geographic range.
When booking a long distance move, there are several important factors to consider. Choosing a true national moving company is a benefit as it ensures faster delivery of your household possessions, professional moving crews, and a better claims management process if there is any damage during the move.
Book a Trusted Company
Spend some time online researching long distance moving companies. Look at their website for the services they offer, and also read independent moving company review sites. Look at the pattern of the comments; the top companies have mostly positive reviews with high scores for professionalism, customer service, and overall moving experience.
Book Early
It is important to book a long distance moving company well in advance of the move date. This is especially relevant if you are planning a move out on a weekend or over the summer months as these are peak moving times.
Keep in mind; long distance moves typically have more than one customer’s household possessions on a truck. This means that shipping is not from Point A to Point B, and early scheduling allows the mover to develop routes for faster delivery.
Talk to the moving company about any special items you may have that may be difficult to move or load. This includes large items like pool tables or pianos or specialized items such as artwork or sensitive electronics.
