Affordable Residential Moving Services for Household Shipping

A move is considered a household move when you are moving your home base completely from one place to another. It will typically include all of your furniture, decor, household goods, artwork, clothing, books, sporting and lawn equipment, and more. Small household moves typically weigh at least 500 lbs, but larger moves can be much higher in weight—sometimes up to 20,000 lbs. 

TSI specializes in small moves (less than 3,500 pounds). We can help organize and ship all kinds of items, including living room furniture, grand pianos, and large appliances. We can also ship antiques or art pieces, as well as large instruments.

Many factors go into actual pricing of household moves. As a very rough benchmark, here are some estimates for pricing. A move of about 1,000 pounds (a couple of rooms of items) going 1,000 miles would be in the range of $2500; 3,000 pounds (2 bedroom apt) going 1,000 miles would be in the range of $4800; and 5,000 pounds of stuff (full small house) would be about $6500.

There are many things to consider when packing small items, particularly how fragile they are. Use only high quality boxes and plenty of packing paper and/or bubble wrap, and take care that all space within the box is adequately filled to avoid crushing. For specific tips and tricks, check out TSI’s detailed room by room packing guides. You can also visit our Moving Supplies shop to order kits that meet the needs of your move.

 Important supplies to acquire include sturdy, strong boxes, packaging paper, bubble wrap, a high-quality tape gun with refills, permanent markets and labels, and scissors. You can also use a hand or bath towel to protect fragile items or surfaces. For artwork and other specialty pieces, you will need specific boxes and protection. Get our tips and tricks in our Room by Room Packing Guide. We also offer packing supplies through our website.

TSI's professionals can provide moving tips as you prepare your items for pickup. We recommend protecting household items by choosing sturdy packing materials, many of which we can provide to you. Always pack fragile items with bubble wrap or other protective materials. Covering delicate surfaces with blankets or towels can prevent scratching.  

TSI is among the most reliable residential shipping companies in the United States. We provide peace of mind by maintaining a network of shipping and moving professionals throughout the nation. Our experts will reach you on time and care for your belongings during the entire journey. You can read our reviews for examples of why we are a top choice for moving and shipping services. 

Boxed and crated items ship in three to seven business days. Furniture is eligible for pickup within 20 business days and delivery within 20 business days of the pickup date.