I Moved from Washington, D.C. to Cambridge, MA and Bold Moving and Storage Delivered On Time
As told to moveBuddha
- Daniel moved from Washington, D.C., to Cambridge, Massachusetts, in July 2022 for a new job, a 440-mile move covering a two-bedroom, two-bathroom townhome of about 1,300 square feet.
- After comparing almost ten quotes, Daniel hired Bold Moving and Storage, and his Washington, D.C. to Massachusetts move was quoted at $5,670, though he ended up paying about $450 less than that.
- This is Daniel’s story, shared as part of moveBuddha’s Better Moves Project.
This account is based on a conversation with Daniel, who moved from Washington, D.C. to Cambridge, Massachusetts in July 2022 using Bold Moving and Storage. The conversation has been edited for length and clarity.
My wife and I got word in early 2022 that I’d landed a new job in Cambridge, Massachusetts, about 440 miles from where we were living in Washington, D.C. The job didn’t start until summer, so we had time to actually research our options instead of scrambling.
We looked at long-distance movers and considered moving containers too, but a full-service move made the most sense for us.
I used moveBuddha’s moving cost calculator to get a sense of what things should cost before I started collecting real quotes.
My Bold Moving and Storage experience at a glance
- Communication: I wouldn’t change a thing about how Bold Moving and Storage communicated with me throughout the move.
- Pricing accuracy and transparency: I paid about $450 less than my original quote.
- Timeliness: Bold Moving and Storage delivered my household goods on the exact day I requested, which is almost unheard of on interstate moves during summer.
- Professionalism: My drivers, movers, and customer service reps were friendly, helpful, and professional the whole way through.
- Loss and damage: Nothing got lost or damaged during my move.
- Would I use Bold Moving and Storage again? Absolutely. I gave them five out of five stars for overall value.
Why I chose Bold Moving and Storage
My wife, our dog, and I weren’t interested in driving a rental truck to Cambridge or handling our own loading and unloading. We could have saved some money with a hybrid move, but we focused on finding an affordable full-service company instead.
We didn’t have specialty items like a piano or hot tub, but we did have a few family heirlooms and glass table tops that needed careful handling, so avoiding delays and unexpected price increases mattered most to us.
Bold Moving and Storage’s quote wasn’t the lowest one I got, but I was impressed that the estimate included one month of free storage, that communication by phone, text, and email was easy from the start, and that the company was fully licensed and insured with strong reviews.
They also specialized in interstate moves along the eastern seaboard and used their own trucks instead of subcontracting to outside carriers, which mattered to us since we wanted to know exactly who we’d be dealing with. My only real complaint after the fact was that a few boxes ended up in the wrong rooms because they weren’t labeled clearly.
rating
4.52 / 5
My move at a glance
| Move date | July 29, 2022 |
|---|---|
| Moved from | Washington, D.C. |
| Moved to | Cambridge, Massachusetts |
| Distance | 440 miles |
| Move size | 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhome (about 1,300 square feet) |
| Moving company | Bold Moving and Storage |
| Moving quote | $5,670 |
| Actual cost | About $5,200 |
If you’re planning a move of your own, moveBuddha’s moving cost calculator is a good place to start building your own budget.
Quotes I compared
I started by searching Google and Yelp, asking friends, family, and coworkers for referrals, and using moveBuddha’s moving cost calculator to build a preliminary budget. Once I had a list of candidates, I checked each company’s Better Business Bureau reviews and verified their USDOT numbers.
In the end, I got almost ten quotes from several well-known national van lines and a few companies from moveBuddha’s best interstate movers list. I didn’t buy moving insurance through Bold Moving and Storage or a third-party insurer because my renter’s policy already covered my household goods.
Pickup day
After I booked the move and paid my deposit, Bold Moving and Storage sent helpful information about what to expect on move day, how to pack boxes properly, and how and where my items would be stored. Parking in D.C. can be a hassle, so I also reached out to the local government to get a permit for the moving truck.
My wife and I got ready by decluttering, downsizing, packing, and staying organized. We were optimistic, but we also knew delays and other service issues are pretty common on summer moves.
The office staff and movers communicated well with me by phone and text on moving day. The crew showed up on schedule at about one o’clock, and every team member was efficient and professional.
They carefully wrapped fragile items like our glass table tops in bubble wrap and cardboard, and protected unboxed items with moving blankets. They even walked us through how they’d load certain things and why.
While the crew worked, they tidied up, packed a few last-minute items, and loaded our car with the things we were taking ourselves. Loading took about six hours, and I made an additional payment before the crew pulled away.
If you’re booking a move like this, ask your mover upfront how they’ll handle fragile or oversized items so there are no surprises on moving day.
Delivery day
My household goods arrived in Cambridge one month after they left Washington, D.C. Delivery would have come sooner, but I needed short-term storage while I looked for a place in Massachusetts. I stayed in regular contact with Bold Moving and Storage, and every time I called, the customer service reps were responsive and helpful.
The crew showed up on time on move-in day and started staging furniture and boxes near the elevator before bringing everything up to my new apartment.
Other tenants were moving in and out of the building that same day, so the elevator wasn’t always available, but the team worked around it efficiently and assembled furniture whenever they hit a standstill. Overall, move-in day went as expected. If your building has shared elevators, it’s worth checking move-in policies ahead of time so your crew can plan around them.
Final thoughts
rating
4.52 / 5
I gave Bold Moving and Storage five out of five stars for communication, timeliness, and overall value. Bold Moving and Storage came through with a competitive and transparent quote, on-time pickup and delivery, a free month of storage, and a seamless move with no loss or damage. My only complaint was that a few boxes ended up in the wrong rooms because they weren’t labeled clearly.
I’d recommend Bold Moving and Storage to anyone planning a state-to-state move along the East Coast. I’d also suggest researching multiple companies, prioritizing ones that use their own trucks, and using moveBuddha to compare movers and get quotes.
My ratings
- Communication: Five out of five stars. I wouldn’t change a thing about how Bold Moving and Storage kept me in the loop.
- Timeliness: Five out of five stars. My delivery arrived on the exact day I requested.
- Overall value: Five out of five stars, given the free month of storage, accurate pricing, and damage-free move.
Tips for future movers
These are the practical steps we recommend based on Daniel’s experience:
- Get multiple quotes before deciding. Comparing quotes gives you real leverage and a clearer sense of fair market pricing for your route.
- Prioritize movers that use their own trucks. You’ll know exactly who’s handling your belongings instead of dealing with subcontracted agents or carriers.
- Verify licensing before you book. Check customer reviews and confirm the company’s USDOT number.
- Label every box clearly. It helps the crew place items in the right rooms and saves you from sorting things out after delivery.
- Use moveBuddha to compare movers and get quotes. Start with the moving cost calculator to build your budget before you talk to movers.
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