Choosing the right moving company is essential to ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience. Start by looking for a company with proven experience and a solid reputation. Hilldrup, for example, brings over 120 years of industry expertise, with dedicated teams specializing in local, long-distance, and international relocations.

Here are key factors to consider:

• Experience & Longevity: Look for companies with a strong track record. Longevity in the industry often reflects reliability and consistent customer satisfaction.
• Credentials & Affiliations: Reputable movers should be licensed, insured, and affiliated with trusted industry organizations such as FIDI, United Van Lines, or Mayflower Transit.
• Client References & Reviews: Ask for references and read online reviews to gauge real customer experiences. Positive testimonials are a good indicator of service quality.
• Transparent Pricing: Make sure the company offers clear, detailed estimates.
• Financial Strength: A well-established company should have the resources to handle everything from simple moves to complex relocations with confidence and care.
• Customer Support: Look for move support, such as a dedicated move coordinator who can guide you through the entire process.

With Hilldrup, you can expect all of the above—plus a personalized, professional approach to every move.

Every home is different, and there are a number of factors that determine the cost of a move. This is why it’s extremely important to get several (at least three) visual estimates before selecting a mover. We offer free virtual video estimates that are as easy and quick as FaceTiming a friend and allow us to get a visual of everything that is being moved. Be wary of any quotes you receive where a professional mover never visually inspects your belongings.

If there is a choice, it is best to avoid the summer months, the end of the month or the end of the year. Those are the busiest times for a moving company when the heaviest demands are placed on our trucks and our personnel. However, Hilldrup will make every effort to schedule your move when it is most convenient for you.

The earlier, the better! We recommend at least four to six weeks’ notice, if possible. The more lead-time you can give, the more likely we will be able to meet your preferred schedule.

We do not pack furniture in boxes, we use moving blankets. These provide excellent protection against potential damage during your move. We also use stretch wrap, a non-adhesive plastic (like saran wrap!), for your cloth furniture like sofas and recliners to give them an extra layer of protection. Finally, we use a combination of blankets and stretch wrap on leather furniture. Curious what all this looks like? You can look at videos on our website that show you how we handle your furniture.

Absolutely! Especially for families with multiple vehicles, it’s not always feasible for them to move the cars themselves. If you need assistance transporting an automobile, let us know.

If you’re moving across state lines (considered interstate in our business) and looking to move in a traditional moving van, we have a minimum of 3,400 pounds.  However, we have a variety of options to accommodate your various size shipments.  SnapMoves is a container option which we use for smaller shipments, and it comes with great benefits like guaranteed dates and loading/unloading included.

Every home is different though, so if you aren’t sure, we’re happy to provide a free estimate.

Every home is different, and it’s impossible to give an accurate estimate without doing a visual inspection. We recommend setting up a free, virtual video survey so you have an accurate idea of what your move will cost.

We typically like you to be available for the entire day that we’re assisting with your move in your home. We can give you a more specific timeframe when your move counselor calls to let you what time the crew will be there, based on the crew size and the size of your shipment.

Here are some averages for packing and loading times:

• Packing
  • Up 150 cartons: 1 day (1-3 bedroom home)
  • Between 151 – 300 cartons: 2 days (4 or more bedroom home)

• Loading
  • Up to 18,000 lbs. – 1 day
  • Between 18,001 -36,000 lbs. – 2 days