Action Moving & Storage - Review by All Movers

1. Get an estimate – Call or email, or start with the site’s contact pathway, then schedule a free in-home estimate (or a detailed virtual survey). That’s the step where you should ask about a binding (fixed-price) estimate vs. a non-binding weight-based one. For interstate jobs, Atlas paperwork applies and you’ll choose a valuation option.
2. Lock the scope – Share exact inventory, specialty items, stair counts, parking constraints, and any elevators. If things change later, you’ll sign a change order (basically an addendum reflecting extra labor, materials, or stops).
3. Ask about coverage – Atlas strongly recommends Full Value Protection (FVP); it’s my pick for anything I’d be upset to replace with pennies-on-the-pound “basic” coverage.
4. Confirm dates – For interstate jobs, federal rules require the mover to give you the Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move booklet and the Ready to Move brochure. Read those. They explain estimates, valuation, pickup/delivery windows, and what to do if something goes sideways.

Communication & Support:

I dealt with a coordinator who checked in the week before, 24 hours before, and the morning of the move. Their website FAQ is basic but practical, and the office line actually picks up.

• On moving day – Crew arrives, does a quick walkthrough, pads doors, wraps furniture, and builds a load plan. Mine started with the piano and wall-bed frame so we wouldn’t block pathways.
• Packing & handling – They favor uniform cartons, labeled on the side, and furniture wrapped/padded. For fragile or humidity-sensitive items (art, instruments), ask about specialty boxes and custom crates.
• Delays, cancellations, damages – Real talk: delays happen. With interstate moves, your rights, claim windows, and the difference between basic protection and FVP are spelled out in the federal booklet and Atlas valuation pages. Stick to those rules and file claims promptly if needed.

Please note that prices are estimates for informational purposes and may vary based on individual factors.

These are planning ranges based on current Alaska market references (hourly local rates, container alternatives, and national van-line calculators). You can use our moving cost calculator to get a general idea for your budget. Your quote will vary by date, access, weight, and services.

Normalized cost note (how I compare quotes): I like to sanity-check by estimating $ per 1,000 lbs per 500 miles. If your quote is way outside Vermont norms or peak-season surcharges, ask what’s driving it (access, shuttle, long carry, stairs, custom crating, or valuation upgrade).

Vermont’s hourly crews trend higher than national – roughly $200/hour for a 2-person crew – so locals will feel pricier than, say, mid-sized Southern cities.

If you’re anywhere near Burlington or St. Albans, you’re in range. For interstate moves, Action leverages Atlas’s carrier network to get your shipment out of Vermont and delivered on the other end under standardized paperwork and coverage.

• Colchester, VT (Headquarters & heated storage) – 359 Jasper Mine Rd.
• Albans, VT (Storage) – Additional storage facility in northwestern Vermont.
• Service scope – Local Vermont moves plus out-of-state and international moves through Atlas.

Yes – especially if you’re in northwestern Vermont and want a straightforward, crew-that-shows-up experience with solid specialty handling.

My team wrapped, padded, and staged the load sensibly, solved a stairwell snag without drama, and communicated when parking changed mid-day. Their pricing hit exactly where Vermont averages suggested. If you’re leaving the state, I like that you get Atlas paperwork and the option for Full Value Protection – that’s the grown-up move when you care about your stuff.

Two Final Pieces of Friend-to-Friend Advice:

1. Ask for a binding estimate after a full survey. It sets expectations and reduces squabbles. For interstate jobs, you’ll also get the federally required Rights & Responsibilities booklet – read it.
2. If you’re moving into a small place, don’t settle for a flimsy fold-up sleeper. Get a wall bed so your mattress stays flat and thick – your back will thank you, every day.

• Booska Movers (VT): Long-established competitor with mixed public reviews but strong longevity; worth a quote for in-state moves.
• McLure Moving & Storage (VT): Larger operation, deep history; good to compare capacity and scheduling.
• Labor-only + DIY truck: Pair Local Muscle Movers with a U-Haul or Budget truck if you’re on a tight budget and don’t need full service. Vermont hourly labor runs high, but DIY still cuts total cost.
• National carriers (Allied/United/Atlas network peers): For long hauls, it’s smart to get two networked quotes for apples-to-apples on valuation and delivery windows. Allied/This Old House/ConsumerAffairs pricing guides can help you benchmark expectations.