Hi Mark,
I’m moving from Vancouver, Canada to Bogota, Colombia on September 28. I live in a 3 bedrooms apartment and I want to bring all my household items with me that easy fit in a 20 feet container, could you please help me with some prices. Thanks.

Hello, Doc,

I’m an American who was moved here to Gisborne, New Zealand 2 1/2 years ago by UPakWeShip. Now ready for return to Oakland CA, possibly moving finally to central New York. No rush for contents — just books, clothing, personal effects — around 50 average boxes. Also, musical instruments, amps.

So: need approx rate (cubic feet if poss), time to Oakland. Can stuff be picked up, or delivered by me to ship in Gisborne, New Zealand? Also need terminal holding rates in Oakland; wondering if there is a cost difference between shipping/storing/forwarding in Oakland versus Los Angeles.

Not sure re ultimate destination (though more likely SF Bay Area than LA); probably elsewhere. Will probably know prior to shipment arriving in USA. Need shipment to be started (i.e., current house emptied) by September 26. Can this be done? Please advise, thanks.

My granddaughter is in need of someone shipping personal items, clothing bike scooter just stuff she needs to funtion with from Phoenix Az to Stockton Ca she is traveling with a child and have no way to get her belongings sent her to Stockton Ca from Phoenix. we need to get a quote on the price if we can find someone who can bring her and the childs belongings. Please let me know if there is a small company who would be willing to do this but not real expensive. Thank you

We will be closing down our house in Italy and will do all of the packing ourselves and would need a company to arrive at the front of the house with a container to load all of the packed boxes into the container. We will also have quite a bit of furniture, some of it very delicate and antique and need adequate packing for several of those items.
We would then like the container to take our household goods from Italy to Lake Mary, Florida and again unload them in our home.
Does your company provide these services and what would be the approximate cost?

Hi, I have a 6 seater wooden table and 6 plastic chairs with steel legs that I want to move from Brisbane, Australia to Dubai, UAE. What is the best way to do this and how much should I expect to pay?
Thanks.

We are moving some items of furniture from the Gironde to Laubach, Hessen, Germany. They are a lawn mower, an organ (same size as an upright piano but much lighter), 2 large paintings, a keyboard, a table and 6 wicker chairs, a coffee table, 2 sets of golf clubs

Hi Mark,

I write to ask about shipping 8 dining chairs, a 3. Pod table, a medium sized 7 drawer silverware standing chest, and 2 framed pictures from Shannon, IE to Baltimore, MD. The antiques dealer from who I bought them estimated $1500 in shipping costs(which is why I bought them). Now the shipper just sent me a bill for 3964.94 Euro to ship just to the local airport in PA. The items are already crated and ready to go. I understand I will have to pay shipper nmber one for crating, but I need need to get these items here without being slaughtered. I am afraid I am going to hate my furniture every time I look at it and remember that I got taken for a ride…..

Thanks so much,
Elisabeth

I have roughly 5.50 cbm 70 kgs of personal effect to be moved from Budapest to Canada..(Toronto) I just would like to know prices and how to proceed thanks in advance Eve Hegedus-Wilkin

How much does it cost to ship a 56″ TV from Boston US to
Cork Ireland?

Kind regards
Aideen

Hi,

I’m moving to Israel from Los Angeles. I only have 4 boxes: 2 large, 1 medium and 1 small. I was wondering what would be the cheapest service I can use to ship my boxes. Will it be cheaper to go with USPS?

Hello there! I have 7 boxes of books at my Dads house that I would like to ship out to my new house in California, each box is approximately 1.4 cubic feet (19x15x9 Inches) Whats the cheapest way of sending this?

Thanks!
Paul Claydon

So i have 50 bottles of wine and about 100 wine glasses that i would like to ship from cali to ny…how would i do this without it costing me thousands of dollars. I might as well add that i have over 300+ shoes to ship as well???? HELP!!

We are planning to move to Toronto from Melbourne. We have furniture and contents for a full 3 bedroom house. We want to find out approximate costs for 3 scenarios;
1. moving the full house (furniture+contents)
2. moving only the basic necessities (10 boxes)
3. add on storage costs for 6 months in toronto of we go with option 1.
Thanks

Hi Mark,

I am moving to London from San Francisco. Currently everything i want to move is in a storage unit in San Francisco and everything is in boxes (though i may need to tape and wrap them more for extra security). I have three guitars that are not wrapped and an amp that is also not wrapped. I was hoping to get a door to door service (my door being the storage facility) but wasn’t sure what kid to get. My budget isn’t too big and the stuff i want to move isn’t that much so i wasn’t sure if doing the crate you fill yourself was a good idea or even possible to do at a location that is not a home. My thoughts were that the Upak van would simply pull up to the storage unit location and i would load it up with my boxes and guitars, but i since i’m not sure exactly how they are shipped what would you recommend i wrap the guitars in, i dont have hard cases for them unfortunately. Thanks for your time and suggestions are welcome!

I am moving to new zealand for about 6 months. I have large box of stuff and want to know what is the best way to get it to new zealand?

Hi Mark!

We are planning to move from Uk to Mexico. How much would it cost roughly to move our stuff on ocean container? Also will there be lot of costs regarding mexican customs?

Thanks!
Jan

Hello! I’m moving back to the states and need to ship approx. 10 boxes, 30 kg. each(mostly clothing) from Zurich area to central Illinois(Champaign/Springfield area). Would it be cheaper to ship out of Germany? Should I consider shipping it as extra baggage with the airline?
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! I look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks,
Dawn

Hi Mark, I am moving from Paris to Berlin in 2 weeks with 2 large boxes. I have no idea where to start? How do I go about getting a quote? Thank you in advance.

Hi Mark,
I need to do a self-pack move in a 40′ container from Gothenburg, Sweden to Wellington, New Zealand. Can any of your contacts help with some options/pricing?
Thanks,
-KC

Hi

I’m moving to Thailand at the end of September and would like to inquire about your rate. I will have around 50 boxes of books and clothes. I will need someone to pick up the boxes from downtown Toronto.

Thanks

Kanya

Hi Mark, I’m looking at moving a short wheelbase Land-Rover, and household goods, furniture etc, from Leeds U.K. to The Woodlands, TX, (just north of Houston), in October. My measurements suggest all will fit in a 20′ shipping container.
Can you do this, door to door delivery? I’d need someone to handle customs clearances, because I haven’t got a clue.

The LandRover is a historic vehicle, over 25 years, and I’m told is exempt from import duties.
Price in u.k pounds if you can, please.

David Carter

Hi, Dr! I am moving back to Europe from Virgina, and I would like to send in the cheapst possible way a package of personal clothing and similar things, weight around 30-35 kg. My destination is Belgrade, Serbia, if this destination is too expensive I have address in Austria and the Netherlands, too. The time of shipping is not very important to me, for example if I send it in next 10-15 days it is ok with me that the package is delivered in 40-60 days (middle of November, for example)

Hi,

How complicated and expensive would it be to get some medium size boxes provided to a marina in Greece, then shipped to South of France: total would be about 100 to 150kg: mix of tools, clothes, books, electronics, kitchen stuff?

Hi Mark, we are moving from Perth Australia to Southern California, can you provide us with some reputable shipping companies we could get a quote from, many thanks
Pam

Wondering how much it would cost to get a boat shipped from Florida to the uk
Boat weight is around but under 2000 pounds, length 18ft width 7ft

Hi Mark,

I’m moving a three bedroom house from San Jose to Shanghai. I think we have the amount of furniture for a normal family of 2 + 1 infant (9 months old). Do you know how much it will cost and if you can refer me a couple good international movers?

Thanks,

Junjun

I have six boxes of 55 x 35 x 33 cm to move from Delft the netherlands to Berlin. They weight all differently but in total there are no more than 60 kg. how much would it cost me the cheapest possible way?

We are moving from Toronto Canada to Cape Town South Africa, and I’m wondering how long it would take for a pallet of household goods to arrive there by ocean freight. We’re trying to ship close enough to the time of our arrival on October 30, that we don’t have to wait a long time before we unpack things and move into our rental home.

Hi Mark
I am wanting to move from Fremantle Perth Australia to Auckland New Zealand and have a house load of furniture and would need a container what is my cheapest option.
Thanks look forward to hearing from you
Rhonda

Hallo Sir

how long does it take to move a a package with DHL from atlanta georgia U.S.A to England Coventry ?

Regards

Gary

how long does it take to move a a package with DHL from atlanta georgia U.S.A to England Coventry ?

Hi Mark,

We are currently living in Ireland and are ready to bring our household furnishings over from the US. We have some of it stored in Houston, Texas (where we’re from) and some of it stored in Milford, NH (where we were living before coming to Ireland). Would it be cheaper to bring the stuff from Houston to NH and ship from NH (or maybe Boston) to Ireland OR bring the stuff from NH to Houston and ship from Houston (where there is a big port) to Ireland? In other words, is it cheaper to ship out of Houston or NH? The contents are approximately a 3 – 4 bedroom house with nothing out of the ordinary. No piano, no appliances, no patio furniture, etc. Probably a 40 foot container. I would appreciate your input.

Thanks,
Cindie

hi, i am moving just a few boxes (cutlery, books, etc) from Malmö sweden to LA, USA. we are wondering what the cheapest way to do it. we can live w/out the stuff for a few months, so by boat is fine. cheap is what we need. thx!

Hi, I’m looking to shipp two pieces of furniture from Ireland to Australia would you know a rough price estimate on how much it could cost?

I will be moving to Zurich, Switzerland from Durham, NC. I will be shipping a large bike box that contains 2 bikes (51″L x 18″W x 32″H) and a likely a 6-10 boxes approximately 20x20x15. Which would be the lowest cost option? My apartment will be fairly close to Zurich Flughafen, so I can rent a truck and pick up at the airport if its cheaper.

Dear Moving Doctor,
I currently live in Perth, Australia. My mother lives in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, U.S.A. and is in very poor health. I am going back to see her next week…flying United within the States and Cathay Pacific between the States and Australia. My mom wants me to have a blanket chest that’s been in my family forever. How in the world do I get it back to Perth without breaking the bank?

Many thanks for any help you can give.

Sincerely, Deborah Brells

We are building some large shipping crates to pack machinery in to be transported by cargo ships to Germany. They must be totally waterproofed so that the cargo never get wet. What is the best, most efficient way to waterproof these crates?

Hi, My daughter is moving from the US (Baltimore/DC area) to Paris. She would like to have her bike with her over there. Wondering what the best way is to ship it for her? The speed of shipping isn’t as important as the cost. Thanks for your help.
Sue P.

Hi Mark,

We are moving from Oakland, CA to Sydney, Australia. We have become quite fond of our 14′ Queen Memory foam mattress (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=argvFPqvUS4&noredirect=1) and would like to know if its feasible or advisable to move something of this size and weight.

This is the info I got from the mattress people:-
“It isn’t recommended to bend the mattress as it could potentially damage the memory foam. If you do need to roll up the mattress or fold it, the manufacturer suggests flexing it rather than bending (so the surface bends out). If you would like you could try that. I’m sure a shipping company would be willing to ship this on a pallet ”

We are estimating that our move will have the following:-

20 medium cardboard boxes
3 medium plastic tubs
5 suitcases

Any advice how we can combine the boxes with the mattress?

Thanks,

Dina

Dear Moving Doctor:
We are looking for help in packing, moving and shipping personal effects from Tel Aviv, Israel to two separate locations: 1) U.S.A. and 2) South Africa. There would be no large furniture – mostly artwork, art pieces, a couple small pieces of furniture, glassware, silver, etc. As all is split between my husband and his brother we would be looking to be a part of a larger container rather than paying for large containers barely full. Can you recommend a company? I realize since the destinations are so distinct we may have to deal with two companies. Thanks for your help.

Hi i was just wondering if i could send all my household things to Wales from Riyadh ?
4 sofas, 8seats d inning table , kingbed set, 2 fully furnished childred sets 3 big book shelves, kitchen appliances , cts, 10 boxes of clothes tea table and vases 10 boxes of books.
Hope to hear from you soon

Thanks

Hi Moving Doctor,
I am looking for a quote to move a 2 Bedroom apartment from San Francisco to Zurich. How much would it cost and what are my moving options? Could I also get a quote if I only moved the equivalent of a 1 bedroom?

Much Thanks,
Steven

I am using Economove to ship my things from Japan to Seattle. I heard that when you are sending things by ship you should get insurance because sailors tend to have sticky fingers. I have been trying to find reviews on the company but I can’t seem to find anything, other then the fact that it is endorsed by many JETs. I am not shipping anything particularly expensive. It is all sentimental value mostly and I don’t want to lose any of it. Have you heard anything about this company? Do you think I should get insurance?

Hi Moving Doctor
I am looking for the cheapest way to ship household items and personal clothing from Vancouver Canada to Sydney Australia (2 seater lounge, tv, stand up lamp, painting, pictures, clothing, small suitcases, backpack and small nik nack items) I have been living away for 5 years but am wondering…is it worth it? I can just take my clothing, Backpack, pictures and leave the rest…if that is the best option then what would be the cheapest way for me to ship those items. Thanks

Hi Doc,

I’m moving from Cardiff, UK, to Montreal, Canada in a couple months. The biggest items I’d have would be two normal sized bicycles in their boxes (less than 6 feet long), along with the usual clothes, books, and kitchen items which aren’t too large. Any recommendations on shipping companies that wouldn’t cost a fortune? Is there a way to ship them there without knowing where my living address will be?

Thanks a lot,
Travis

Hi im an aussie who has been living in italy for several years and now want move back home to Victoria.
Just wondering if you have any advice for a safe cost efficient way to move back my wardrobe eg: Clothes and shoes few books and personal items. Its too much stuff to fit in my suitcase.

Thanks heaps

Mary

Hi Dr ,

I’d love some advice i’m looking to ship two large mirrors back from Paris to Dublin Ireland, do you have any companies you could recommend? I’d appreciate any information you might have !

Thanks,
Julie

I want to mail a rather small package to the UK these items are family heirlooms including jewelry. How should I mark the contents? I fear they’ll never make it but I’ve no choice except mail best one to use advice.
Thanks

Hello there,

I am looking for a company to move max 10 boxes of 30kg each from Zurich area, Switzerland to Ioannina, Greece. Do you have any suggestions?

Best ,
Valentini

Either +/- 60 kg box or
150 kg crate or trailer
from Germiston SA to Hersham UK