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About FlatRate Moving
FlatRate Moving is a New York City-based company that handles moves of any size and distance. It has offices in New York, New Jersey, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami and Orlando. Pricing is always a flat, guaranteed rate and includes furniture packing and wrapping, floor and hallway protection and labor and travel expenses. Request a quote online or over the phone.
Pros & Cons
- Flat-rate prices
- Easy booking process
- Price includes packing and wrapping
- Convenient app
- Limited local moves
- Charges two days before move date
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Read full reviewFlatRate Moving services
FlatRate Moving is a moving carrier with a fleet of over 90 vehicles. The company provides guaranteed, upfront pricing for local, long-distance and international moves, and it includes boxes and packing services for specific items like furniture, electronics and artwork.
- Local moving: FlatRate Moving provides local moving services in New York City, New Jersey, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Washington, D.C., Orlando and London. FlatRate Moving also handles special requests, including additional packing, electronics installation and late-night service.
- Office moving: FlatRate Moving has experience relocating all types of businesses. Services include office moving, event management, commercial storage, warehousing, government moving and military moving. Commercial moves include a project manager, a custom moving timeline, color-coded inventory, overnight moving, overnight storage, furniture disassembly and assembly and IT setup.
- Packing services: FlatRate movers personalize packing services for each move. Standard moving includes special boxes for and packing of furniture, mattresses, flat-screen TVs, lamps, mirrors, artwork, sculptures and electronics. FlatRate can also pack pots, pans, dishes, books and clothes.
- Storage: Short-term and long-term storage are available in climate-controlled units that are monitored 24/7. Customers can use the FlatRate app to create a photo inventory and request delivery of their items. FlatRate Moving has over 50 different room sizes at its company-owned and -operated facilities.
- Long-distance moving: FlatRate Moving has a consolidated shipping option — which divides a trailer for multiple client shipments — to save customers money. It also has “express trips” to frequent destinations, and you can request exclusive service for your own trailer and direct delivery.
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FlatRate Moving rates
To get a quote from FlatRate, submit a quick form on its website or call the company. Every move has a guaranteed flat rate, which has 99.6% accuracy, according to FlatRate. The price changes only if you adjust your inventory or change other important details of your move. Your quote is calculated based on your belongings, the distance and additional details, like if there are multiple flights of stairs.
FlatRate accepts major credit cards, cash, money orders and wire transfers. It doesn’t accept checks or Discover credit cards. The company charges customers two business days before a move.
How do I book a move with FlatRate Moving?
FlatRate Moving recommends booking at least three weeks in advance for local moves and at least four weeks in advance for long-distance and international moves. To schedule a move, fill out the free quote form on the company’s website. You can also call FlatRate or enter your phone number to receive a callback. Have the following information ready:
- The address you’re moving from
- The address you’re moving to
- Your preferred moving date
- The size of your apartment or home
- Your contact information
FlateRate Moving FAQ
What is flat-rate pricing?
Flat-rate pricing from FlatRate Moving is a guaranteed, fixed rate for a move based on the distance, the volume of your possessions and the complexity of the move. The all-inclusive price includes packing and wrapping of furniture, packing of other specific household items and all labor and travel expenses.
Does FlatRate include boxes and packing in the moving price?
Yes, FlatRate boxes are free, and movers will pack certain items, such as furniture, lamps, electronics, flat-screen TVs, computers and artwork. Packing of other items is available for an additional fee.
What is FlatRate Moving’s tipping policy?
FlatRate movers accept tips. According to the company’s website, the industry standard is 10% to 20% for local moves and 5% to 8% for a long-distance move (split between pickup and delivery teams). You can add a tip for your movers using the My FlatRate app.
Does FlatRate Moving offer insurance?
FlatRate Moving offers several insurance options to cover loss and damage of your items. Ask a FlatRate relocation consultant about your options, or choose your coverage using the company app.
Do we recommend FlatRate Moving?
If you live within FlatRate Moving’s service area and are interested in a full-service move, consider getting a free consultation and quote. Its all-inclusive, guaranteed pricing includes boxes and packing of high-value items with no hourly charges. Plus, you can use the My FlatRate app to manage your move, track the moving trucks in real time and send messages to the movers. Call or fill out a form online to get started.
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FlatRate Moving Company Information
- Company Name:
- FlatRate Moving
- Company Type:
- Private
- Year Founded:
- 1991
- Address:
- 545 W 25th St ste 15
- City:
- New York
- State/Province:
- NY
- Postal Code:
- 10001
- Country:
- United States
- Website:
- www.flatrate.com