This term normally refers to the household goods packing, moving and storage services provided by local and long distance professional moving companies in a state or country. In some locales such a company is referred to as a removalist. Long distance moving companies provide interstate moving services and local movers provide intrastate moves or moves within the same state. Household goods movers are regulated by the US Department of Transportation (DOT) and licensed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
Also embedded within the moving industry are the services of truck / trailer rental and moving supply companies. Truck rental companies offer also offer training information for DIY movers who will be using their rental trucks or trailers to relocate themselves. There are also free moving tips on the internet and the Wikibook mentioned below in the External links. For more information on the subject of moving see the related articles packing, mover and Moving Scam.
North American Van Lines - Provides tools to find agents and corporate information.
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Public Storage - Offers moving services including rent a truck, buy boxes, or reserve a self-storage space.
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Self Storage Association - Official association site for self storage information and education.