If you’re just looking for a guy and a truck, you might as well save yourself a whole lot of heartache and move yourself. But if you truly want a stress-free move, turn to a professional mover; a full-service moving company that can manage every single detail of your move from start to finish.

Peace of mind. Professional movers are trained to know exactly how to pack, load, and move you, which means they’ll take every possible measure to protect your property and your assets.

A plan in place. When you know what’s going to happen, you feel more secure. A full-service moving company will create a moving plan, providing you with schedules, milestones, and deadlines so that you’ll never be kept waiting.

The right people. More than movers, a pro hires career professionals—people who know that the success of the company depends on the success of every move they make.

The right equipment and facilities. There is a lot riding on our moving trucks. A professional mover embraces that notion, carefully caring for their fleet to ensure dependability. Also, the storage facilities should be well maintained—you know, the type of place you would want to stay if you were a piece of furniture.

TIP. Ask a mover about their claims rate. If it’s low, you know you’re in good hands.