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Personalized Small Move Services - Consolidating to Save You Money

TSI defines a “small move” as any move less than 3,500 pounds—that means anything from 1-2 pieces of furniture and a few boxes up to the contents of an average 2+ bedroom home.

Long-distance small moves are our specialty. We make small load shipping and moving easy, whether it’s to the next state or across the country. TSI’s expert problem solvers specialize in creating customized plans for moving or shipping your belongings safely and affordably. Many providers won’t even move small loads or will charge a full truck rental rate. TSI is different because we leverage our nationwide network of small load movers to consolidate shipments and save you money. We offer a wide range of partial load moving services that are personalized — and affordable — no matter how involved or where they are going in the continental US. Some of our most popular small moves include:

Furniture

Furniture

Dining room furniture, bedroom furniture, tables, cabinets, bookcases, & more. Ideal service for apartment moves, transporting furniture to college dorms, and other small loads across the country. Learn More ›

Boxes

Boxes

Boxes packed with small items, household goods, artwork, and more. Learn More ›

Artwork

Artwork

Paintings, prints, framed art, stretched canvas, sculptures, heirloom art, and more. Learn More ›

Antiques

Antiques

China cabinets, grandfather clocks, furniture, fine art, heirlooms, and other large items. Learn More ›

Rugs

Rugs

Rugs of all shapes and sizes including wool, braided, oriental, shag rugs, and more. Learn More ›

Valuable Items

Valuable Items

High-value and sentimental items Learn More ›

Long Distance Small Move Services

If you are truly shipping a small load, our logistics experts will likely recommend the White Glove Consolidated moving service. To ship packed boxes only (no furniture), our Box-And-Ship program is the most cost-effective choice. If you are moving an entire home long distance or need faster delivery, Full Service Expedited is often the best option. The exact cost of your service will depend on the move size and number of items you’re shipping, the distance they will travel, and any special considerations such as access limitations or fragile items with glass or delicate components.

Full Service Expedited

Includes: 

  • Expedited timing
  • Full professional packing services
  • Indoor pickup and delivery
  • Full valuation protection insurance

White Glove Consolidated

Includes: 

  • Professional preparation of the furniture
  • Indoor pickup and delivery
  • Limited liability coverage

Box-And-Ship Program

Includes: 

  • Empty boxes delivered to you
  • Door-to-door pickup and delivery of packed boxes
  • $100 of insurance per box

Call us at 800-626-1257 (9 am - 6 pm ET) to discuss your needs and get a quote live from our US-based small move experts!

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Customized Small Move Solutions

Because our clients all have unique needs and goals, we don't offer a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, experience partial load moving services tailored especially for you. Some of our additional services include: 

Organizing Need help downsizing or organizing - in either or both locations? Ask about our Professional Organizer services. Learn More ›
Priority Pickup Need to get items picked up sooner? We can schedule priority pickup to get your belongings on their way.
Insurance We highly recommend purchasing full valuation protection insurance that can cover the full value of your belongings (ask your logistics specialist for details). Learn More ›
On-site Crating If needed, we can build a custom crate to safely transport especially fragile items such as artwork or antiques.

Small Moves FAQs

What is a small move?

TSI considers any move under 3,500 pounds to be a small move. This could be as small as a single item of furniture or a few boxes, or as much as a 2+ bedroom home.

What do you consider a “long distance move”?

We consider any move over 150 miles a long distance move. Moves under 150 miles are typically considered “local moves”, and can usually be handled by local moving companies.

What is less-than-truckload moving?

Less-than-truckload (LTL) moving refers to shipments that don’t fill an entire truck. When you ship household goods using LTL moving, your cargo will share space on the back of the truck with other goods heading in the same direction. This helps keep your costs low.

Why should I use less-than-truckload shipping for a long distance small move?

Long distance small moves typically don’t fill the back of an entire truck. Regardless of how much you’re moving, large van line movers will price your move using a minimum weight threshold—typically 3,500 pounds in the summer and 2,500 pounds in the winter. That means you’ll pay for space you are not using. 

TSI works with freight providers who specialize in something called “less-than-truckload shipping”. Most less-than-truckload freight providers won’t pick up cargo from private residences, but with our nationwide network of professional shippers, you can get personalized long distance small move shipping services, and you’ll only pay for the space your belongings take up on the truck.

How much does a small move cost?

With TSI, the cost of your small load move is typically based on weight and distance. Every job is different, but here are 2 examples to give you an idea:
- 1,000 lbs travelling from Philadelphia to Los Angeles with no special requirements (such as crating or indoor delivery) would cost about $2,900.
- 2,000 lbs travelling from Chicago to Orlando with no special requirements would cost about $3,394.

How long will it take to transport my belongings across the country?

If you are moving both furniture and boxes and are using a company like TSI that consolidates items going in the same direction onto the same truck, you can expect it to take 1-3 weeks for pickup and up to 4 additional weeks for delivery. If your pickup and destination locations are in well-traveled areas, this timeline could be much quicker. TSI also offers priority pickup options if you are moving on a short timeline.

Do I need to be present for pickup and delivery?

Since most of TSI's small move solutions include inside pickup and delivery, someone must be present on each end. Depending on the item(s) transported and the service selected, we will do our best to accommodate your timing.

What items can be included in a small move?

Small cross-country moves with TSI commonly include furniture, boxes packed with household goods, artwork, antiques, and rugs. But it all depends on what you need to transport - we have done a move solely of numerous life-sized stuffed animals, and moves of only sets of valuable documents and files. Your specialist will discuss your inventory to select the service that matches your needs. For safety and legal reasons, certain things like hazardous materials, hot tubs, illegal items, perishables, living things, etc. can not be shipped with TSI.

Does TSI offer packing services for small moves?

Yes! We can help you pack boxes, furniture, and your fragile items before the move. We also offer unpacking services when you reach your new place. Depending on the move service selected, packing may be included, or it might require an additional fee. TSI can even have a professional organizer help you downsize and sort at the origin as well as set up and organize the new home.

What is TSI's service area for small moves?

With TSI, you can move your small load to and from all 48 contiguous states (every US state, except for Alaska and Hawaii). We do not offer international moving or shipping services. We specialize in providing small move services across the country or any distance longer than 100 miles.

Can I request specific delivery dates/windows?

Tell your logistics specialist about any timing requirements. Different services have different transport times and pickup/delivery windows. We do have one service that allows you to specify exact dates, and others that require more flexibility.

Why Choose TSI For Your Small Cross Country Move?

If you're looking for the best team of movers to handle all aspects of your upcoming small move, TSI has you covered.

  • Top-Rated Movers and Shippers: We take pride in serving as the nation's leading provider of unique and affordable moving and shipping solutions, making it easier than ever to transport your goods to their destination. 
  • 30+ Years of Experience: Since we were founded over 30 years ago, we've remained committed to providing creative service options that meet our clients' needs.
  • Personalized Solutions: We take the time to learn about your timing requirements, convenience objectives, & budget so we can develop a solution that works best for you.
  • All-in-one Service: We handle all aspects of the transport process, from labor and packing services to custom crating.
  • Peace of Mind: With our logistics specialists overseeing everything throughout the process, you can feel confident knowing everything from your living room sofa to family heirlooms will arrive safely and securely.

See Why Customers Trust TSI for Their Small Move

They help us serve you better. See what our customers have to say about our services below. You can read more reviews here. 

Picked up slightly ahead of quoted schedule, but once that was arranged, everything was on time and received good communication ahead of delivery. The furniture that was shipped arrived in the same condition it left in.

Tristan L bbb

Carol was fantastic with customer service. I was worried about using a service like this, as you can read crazy things on the internet, but she told me she had been with the company 20+ years, and any question I asked her she was very educated… More ›

Doreen M. tsi

TSI had lowest cost for my cross country shipment of 2 antique pieces of furniture. I was a little skeptical, but very happy with end results. They wrapped the large secretary, taking extra care with the glass doors. Pick up was quick… More ›

Lynnette M. tsi

Are you ready to get your personalized small move solution?

TSI offers a variety of options powered by a broad network of trusted providers and an ability to bridge the gap between easy shipments and large moves. With our seamless process, we make it easier than ever to get started. Here's what you can expect from TSI: 

Request a quote: A logistics specialist will assess your needs to put together the best plan to meet your timelines and ensure safe delivery of belongings.
Get going: Your specialist will give you a price quote; when you are ready, they will book and schedule your job. They will work with our Operations team to monitor progress and update you as needed. 
Receive your delivery: We do require a receiving party to be present for the delivery. As the delivery date becomes clearer, we'll make sure you are aware and ready! 

Ready to get started? Give us a call at 1-800-626-1257 to talk to a logistics expert in Wayne, Pennsylvania, or request a quote online today.

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