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Your Trusted Partner for Local, Long-Distance & Interstate Moving
Truckin' Movers was founded in 1976 by Doug Carlton and a college friend with a vision to revolutionize the moving industry through free enterprise and affordable pricing. Over nearly five decades, we've established ourselves as industry pioneers by challenging outdated regulations, winning landmark legal battles, and pioneering innovative moving solutions that prioritize customer needs. Our team combines extensive experience with rigorous training to handle everything from fragile antiques to oversized items with meticulous care.Committed to regulatory compliance and customer-centric service, we offer transparent pricing, guaranteed delivery dates, and environmentally conscious practices. With over 250 five-star reviews, our reputation as Durham's trusted moving partner reflects our unwavering dedication to quality, integrity, and personalized service.
Services
Residential Moving
Long-Distance Moves
Specialty Item Handling
Packing Services
Storage Solutions
Commercial Relocation
Oversized Item Transport
Interstate Moving
Climate-Controlled Storage
Local Moves
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We provide exact delivery dates backed by 48+ years of industry experience
- Our museum-quality packing ensures safe handling of fine art and antiques
- We pioneered deregulation of the moving industry through landmark legal victories
- Our crews use proven methods for moving oversized items like grand pianos and safes
- We strictly follow North Carolina Utilities Commission regulations for transparent pricing
What people say
Professional crews
On-time delivery
Careful handling
Transparent pricing
Stress-free experience
Services
Residential Moving
Our residential moving service combines meticulous planning with expert execution for local and long-distance relocations. Whether moving a small apartment or large estate, our trained professionals handle every item with care. We offer packing assistance, climate-controlled storage, and guaranteed delivery dates while maintaining North Carolina Utilities Commission compliance. Our 48 years of experience ensure smooth transitions for families and individuals.
Specialty Item Handling
We specialize in transporting delicate items like fine art and antiques using museum-quality techniques. Our services include acid-free tissue paper wrapping, custom crating, and floated oil painting transport. With decades of experience moving rare collections, we maintain optimal handling conditions for items requiring special care, ensuring safe transit for valuable and irreplaceable possessions during local and long-distance moves.
Long-Distance Moving
Our long-distance moving service covers moves within North Carolina (over 35 miles) and beyond. Regulated by NCUC guidelines, we charge based on shipment weight and distance while providing replacement value coverage options. With fleets including 16-53' trucks and crews trained in oversized item handling, we guarantee delivery dates for moves across all 48 contiguous states since 1976.
Storage Solutions
We offer short and long-term storage solutions with climate-controlled facilities across North Carolina. Our services include inventory management, item tracking, and secure container storage. Customers benefit from seamless transitions between moving and storage phases, with options for temporary storage during home renovations or extended storage for complex relocations requiring special scheduling.
Commercial Relocation
Our commercial relocation service handles business moves with minimal disruption to operations. From law offices to small businesses, our teams manage equipment relocation, inventory tracking, and furniture handling while maintaining business continuity. With experience in corporate relocations since 1976, we provide scheduled moves that accommodate business hours and workflow requirements.
People
Doug Carlton
Founder and President
Doug Carlton co-founded Truckin' Movers in 1976 after recognizing regulatory issues in the moving industry. As active President, he maintains daily involvement while training crews in the original mission of quality service at competitive rates.
Brad
Moving Coordinator
Brad manages logistics and customer communications for local, long-distance, and international moves. His decade-plus experience covers complex relocations, including coordinating storage during home renovations and ensuring timely delivery.
Jeff Philips
Move Supervisor
Jeff oversees move execution with particular expertise in short-notice relocations. His skills include handling delicate items, coordinating crew assignments, and ensuring regulatory compliance during complex moves requiring special scheduling.
Terry
Lead Mover
Terry leads moving crews with specialized training in handling oversized items and fragile objects. He manages packing operations, storage coordination, and problem-solving during relocations involving tight spaces or unusual requirements.
Chris W.
Senior Mover
Chris W. specializes in careful handling of valuable possessions during residential moves. His experience includes short-notice relocations and managing storage logistics for clients needing temporary solutions during property transitions.
Questions
How does Truckin Movers handle fragile items?
We use museum-quality packing materials including acid-free tissue paper and custom crating for fragile items. Our trained crews employ special handling techniques for fine art, antiques, and other delicate possessions.
Do you offer guaranteed delivery dates for long-distance moves?
Yes, we've provided guaranteed delivery dates since 1976 for all continental US moves. Our experience ensures reliable scheduling while maintaining NCUC compliance for long-distance relocations.
What sizes of moving trucks do you use?
Our fleet includes 16' and 26' box trucks plus tractor-trailers ranging from 24' to 53' for large household or commercial moves requiring maximum capacity.
How are local North Carolina moves priced?
Local moves follow NCUC guidelines with hourly rates including minimum travel time charges. We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees for moves under 35 miles.
Do you handle commercial office relocations?
Yes, we specialize in commercial moves with minimal business disruption. Our teams manage equipment relocation, furniture handling, and inventory tracking while accommodating business operational needs.
What happens if items get damaged during a move?
We offer NCUC-mandated coverage options. Minimum value coverage is included at no charge, with optional replacement value protection available at regulated tariff rates for local and long-distance moves.
