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Moving FAQ

Moving FAQ

No we do not charge, charging time start when movers arrive to pick up address. We stop the clock when the truck is empty and movers finished furniture arranging in the new place.

Yes, hourly rate does include basic packaging materials: unlimited shrink wrap, tape, moving blankets, wardrobe boxes. If your move requires more than basic packaging, ask our representative about any additional cost.

Our movers start their preparations way before the show up at your place, and even if your move is small it still takes movers at least 3 hours to prepare and deliver high quality moving service. As a courtesy we do not charge for the way from our warehouse to your place.

Any relocation within the State of California that does not exceed 100 miles is considered a local move and all the charges are regulated by California Public Utilities

As a local customer you are charged a specified hourly rate, determined by the number of movers requested. You are billed simply from the moment we arrived at your current location, to the completion of the move-in process at your final destination location. There are never any charges to get to or from our warehouse to your location. There are no additional charges for stairs or long carriers.

Double Drive time applies if your moving distance is over than 10 miles from your current place to the destination. DDT is a California state law, required by the California Public Utilities Commission. DDT is required as a way to eliminate additional fuel or trip charges that could otherwise be (illegitimately) applied to your move. Double Drive Time is simply the amount of time it takes our movers to drive between your current location and your destination location. Please Ask us if Double Drive applies to your move.

Any Relocation that does exceed 100 miles range is considered as a Long Distance move, flat rate applies.

  1. movers are usually enough for 1 bedroom apartment
  2. movers are recommended for 2–3 bedrooms apt or house
  3. movers required if piano is involved or over 3 bedrooms

We use only high quality wrapping materials such as shrink wrap, bubble wrap, moving pads, tape, kitchen paper, wardrobe boxes dollies, straps and much more.

Yes, as long as your location is within our radius of service. Keep in mind that our estimators have schedule and free estimate must be scheduled in advance.
Usually estimates take about 15-30 minutes. However it does take 1-2 business days to receive an official quote.
We recommend to schedule moving appointment at least two weeks in advance. One week in advance usually works for weekdays, not weekends. You may also try to schedule last minute appointment, sometimes we have openings.
We always suggest to pack belongings a day or two before the actual move is happening. It is an efficient way to prepare and organize furniture and belonging.
Gentlemen’s moving provides various size trucks, let us know about your situation, we will prepare moving van and crew that fits best.
Yes, we suggest to remove all clothes and pack it into medium size moving boxes.
Yes, we do provide temporary and long term storage solution.
We always strive to help our clients, in case something does not fit we will find closes crew and moving truck. Or movers can always come back to pick up the rest of belongings. We never leave mission unaccomplished.
Yes, we can, Gentlemen’s moving has dedicated trucks and team of drivers for the most efficient cross country delivery. Ask us how fast we deliver, you won’t be disappointed!
Yes, we provide short and long term storage options.
After we gather all the information and confirm the inventory list – we will issue a Flat Rate price for your cross country moving. As long as you don’t add stuff after we issued the price, your flat rate is guaranteed. If it turns out that you have more stuff than initially agreed, we will friendly revise the quote.
We have performed thousands of office relocations, always offering flexible schedule options. Our moving crew can work after hours, night shifts and on the weekend.
Yes, we do. Please forward us building’s requirements, we will review and issue COI.
Yes, we have different size trucks and equipment along with experienced movers, we can accommodate any size project.