Extraordinary Local Moves
Think of us as your local moving superheroes! Our efficient, step-by-step process makes your move a breeze. We charge by the hour from when we arrive until you’re all settled in, plus a small flat drive fee based on travel time (usually 0.5 to 0.75 hours) to cover the round trip from our nearest base.
Proudly based in Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, and Des Moines, we’re an independent, locally owned team dedicated to serving our employees, customers, and community. If you value competence, integrity, and kindness, you’ll fit right in with us. Let’s get you to your new home in style, even if it’s just a few doors down!
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Move in 5 Steps
- 1. First Contact
- 2. Pre-Move
- 3. Loading
- 4. Unloading
- 5. Happily Ever After
1. First Contact
Get Your Estimate
Like any other move, you will call or email us first for an estimate.
Answer Simple Questions
To customize your estimate, we’ll ask a few simple questions about your current space and how much you have to move.
Determine Length of Move
Since we bill hourly for local moves, these questions help us determine how long it will likely take to complete the move.
2. Pre-Move
As they say, an ounce of preparation beats a pound of packing tape! When you book your moving date, we’ll send you a quick questionnaire to catch any important details.
A day or two before the big day, we’ll check in via phone or email to ensure everything’s on track. We like to be thorough!
As they say, an ounce of preparation beats a pound of packing tape! When you book your moving date, we’ll send you a quick questionnaire to catch any important details.
A day or two before the big day, we’ll check in via phone or email to ensure everything’s on track. We like to be thorough!
- Any specialty items you have to move, like gun safes, motorcycles, or grand pianos.
- How much disassembly and re-assembly we need to do (think beds, desks, and other large items that won't fit through the door without a fight).
- Any access issues for our truck and crew? Is your new driveway a mile long? Paved in gravel? On a steep grade? Let us know.
- Any in-house navigation issues we might have, like narrow doorways or tight corners.
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If you have any special items—like grand pianos, glass cabinets, or cherished antiques—we’ll make sure to bring the right materials and equipment to move them safely.
3. Loading
Your crew will call you before heading out (if you’re their first move) to give you an ETA. Once they arrive, they’ll do a walkthrough to gather any special instructions—like which doors to keep closed and what items need extra care.
After the walkthrough, the crew leader will have you sign off on coverage while the team gets your home ready with floor runners, door padding, and jamb protectors. Then, they’ll start wrapping your furniture and loading it onto the truck.
Once everything’s loaded, they’ll do a final check with you to ensure nothing’s left behind. Then it’s off to your new place! They might grab lunch in between, but that’s on their own time—no paid lunches here!
4. Unloading
When the crew arrives at your new home, they’ll do a quick walkthrough to see where you want the larger furniture and boxes. After that, they'll set up floor, door, and woodwork protection to keep your new place safe during unloading.
While they’ll have a plan for the big items, your crew will need your input on the smaller stuff. So, it’s best for you or a family member to hang nearby to answer any questions and keep things moving smoothly.
At the end, at least two crew members will walk through with you to ensure everything is just right. Don’t hesitate to try out that big armoire in a couple of spots—your happiness is our priority! Once you’re satisfied, your crew leader will have you sign the paperwork and collect payment.
5. Happily Ever After
You've successfully relocated - but we want to make sure you're 100% satisfied. If you choose us we can't promise that we won't ever make a mistake (we're only human), but we can promise that we will not let you down.
Post-Move Email
You’ll get an email asking for your feedback—please let us know if anything about your move wasn’t up to par. We’d love the chance to make it right!
Complete The Survey
If you choose to complete our very quick and easy post-move survey, we'll donate $10 to a local charity of your choice.
Phone Follow Up
Since email isn't everyone's bag, we'll also follow up by phone, just to make extra sure everything has gone okay.
How much will my local move cost?
If you’re moving out of town but within 150 miles of one of our bases, we’ll calculate a flat travel fee based on crew size and distance. Then it’s an hourly rate for loading and unloading. We keep our quotes fair and straightforward, so use the form above for a free estimate. We’ll follow up by email or phone!
If you’re moving out of town but within 150 miles of one of our bases, we’ll calculate a flat travel fee based on crew size and distance. Then it’s an hourly rate for loading and unloading. We keep our quotes fair and straightforward, so use the form above for a free estimate. We’ll follow up by email or phone!
