Understanding what type of move you are participating in is an important step in the moving process. The difference in cost between local, intrastate, and interstate moves can be substantial. However, if you know which category your move falls into, you can get a much better idea of your total moving cost.

Local:

There are many reasons you might be choosing to move – a growing family, your rented home is going on the market, a new job or a better school. Whatever the reason may be, it is just as important to plan ahead for a local move as it is for one across the country! Teague Brothers Transfer & Storage specializes in residential moving of houses, apartments, and condos. We will ensure that the moving experience is stress-free and take all your worries and concerns away. Our movers will manage the whole move so you don’t have to worry about a thing from the start to finish. We will also work alongside you in order for you to feel comfortable and satisfied with our services. If you have any concerns or questions about your potential move please feel free to contact us for a free and no obligation quote.

Intrastate:

Technically speaking, an intrastate move is any move that begins and ends in the same state. However, in the moving industry, the term “intrastate” is applied to moves beginning and ending in the same state beyond 50 miles. For example, the distance between Dallas and San Antonio is about 300 miles, but because the entire route remains in the state of Texas meaning it is still intrastate. Especially in larger states such as California and Texas, intrastate moves can often cover a longer distance than interstate moves.

Interstate:

An interstate move is any move that crosses state lines at any time. Even if a move ends in the same state, if your belongings cross state lines at any point it is considered an interstate move. In the case of an interstate move, moving companies will typically charge by the weight of the items on your move. Due to the increased fuel and labor costs, an interstate move will almost always cost more than a local or intrastate move.

Of course, there are exceptions, such as if you live near a state border. Even if your interstate move is relatively short, your moving company will still need a US Department of Transportation number. Checking whether a moving company has a USDOT number is as easy as spending a couple of minutes online. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration allows you to verify USDOT numbers for moving companies around the country.

International Moves:

• Moving internationally is in a completely different category. Many movers will not deal with international transit due to logistics, costs and time constraints. You will find the best service from those companies that specialize in international moving and have experience with its unique problems. Be sure to contact the companies several months in advance so that you have time to schedule and to shop around. Make sure that the moving company has experience shipping belongings to your specific destination, as all countries have different import and customs regulations. You will need to leave a significant amount of time for the completion of any overseas move – most movers ship by sea, and the travel plus customs time can take weeks or even months. Talk to your moving company and to others who have made similar moves to find out what you should expect.