Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Stress-Free Moves in Durham
Since 1976, Truckin' Movers has been a pioneer in the moving industry, challenging outdated regulations and redefining customer-centric service. Founded on principles of free enterprise and transparency, weve spent nearly five decades perfecting our craftfrom local residential moves to complex international relocations. Our team combines decades of collective experience with specialized expertise in handling fragile items, oversized equipment, and museum-quality packing.As industry leaders, weve set benchmarks for guaranteed delivery dates and regulatory compliance while maintaining a steadfast commitment to environmental stewardship. With over 268 five-star reviews, our track record of reliability, meticulous care, and personalized solutions has solidified our reputation as Durhams most trusted moving partner.
Services
Residential Moving
Commercial Relocation
Long Distance Moves
International Shipping
Specialty Packing
Climate-Controlled Storage
Oversized Item Handling
Guaranteed Delivery
Packing Services
Vehicle Transport
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We guarantee exact delivery dates for domestic moves since 1976
- Specialized museum-grade packing for art and antiques
- Handling oversized items like grand pianos and heavy machinery
- 4.9-star rating from 268 verified customer reviews
- Climate-controlled storage and green moving practices
What people say
Professional crews
Stress-free experience
On-time delivery
Careful handling
Transparent pricing
Services
Residential Moving
We specialize in local and long-distance residential moves with meticulous care for your belongings. Our trained crews handle fragile items, furniture, and oversized goods using museum-quality packing materials. Climate-controlled storage options and guaranteed delivery dates ensure peace of mind. From single apartments to large estates, our personalized approach adapts to your timeline and budget while maintaining strict compliance with state and federal regulations.
Specialty Packing
Our museum-certified packing techniques protect valuable antiques, artwork, and delicate possessions during transit. Acid-free tissue paper, custom crating, and floated oil painting transport methods ensure maximum safety. This service includes disassembly/reassembly of complex items and detailed inventory management. Ideal for high-value collections, we maintain strict documentation and insurance coverage throughout the moving process.
Commercial Relocation
We execute efficient commercial relocations with minimal business disruption. Services include secure packing of sensitive equipment, server infrastructure handling, and coordinated logistics for large-scale office moves. Our project managers ensure timely execution while maintaining chain-of-custody protocols for confidential materials. Past clients include law firms, medical practices, and corporate headquarters requiring precision timing and specialized equipment transport.
International Shipping
Our international logistics team manages overseas relocations with customs clearance expertise and multi-modal transport solutions. Full-service packing, documentation assistance, and destination coordination ensure seamless cross-border transitions. We handle complex requirements like import regulations and quarantine protocols while maintaining transparent pricing and real-time shipment tracking for clients relocating between the U.S. and international destinations.
Climate-Controlled Storage
Our temperature-regulated storage facilities protect sensitive items during transitional periods. Available for short or long-term needs, this service includes 24/7 surveillance, inventory management, and flexible access options. Ideal for clients requiring interim storage during home renovations or extended relocations. Units accommodate everything from single containers to full household inventories with specialized protection for wood furniture and electronics.
People
Doug Carlton
Founder & President
Economics graduate from Duke University, Doug pioneered deregulation in the moving industry in 1976. He continues to oversee daily operations, maintaining the company's original mission of combining free enterprise with exceptional customer service.
Brad
Moving Coordinator
Experienced logistics expert with over 15 years in relocation planning. Specializes in coordinating complex interstate and international moves while maintaining personalized client communication throughout the moving process.
Jeff Philips
Project Manager
Former client turned team member, Jeff oversees large-scale residential and commercial relocations. Known for exceptional problem-solving skills during high-stakes moves, including urgent senior living facility transitions and multi-family estate consolidations.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We serve the entire North Carolina Triangle (Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill), statewide long-distance moves, and all 48 contiguous U.S. states. International services available to major global destinations.
How are local moves priced?
Local moves under 35 miles follow NC Utilities Commission hourly rates with a 3-4 hour minimum. Travel time beyond 50 miles round trip incurs additional charges.
What protection do you offer for damages?
We provide NCUC-mandated minimum value coverage at no charge. Replacement value protection available at regulated tariff rates for enhanced item valuation during transit.
Can you move oversized items?
Yes, we specialize in grand pianos, hot tubs, gun safes, heavy machinery, and vehicles using specialized equipment and experienced crews for safe transport.
Do you offer guaranteed delivery dates?
Yes, we've provided exact delivery dates since 1976 for domestic moves, with strict adherence to schedules across all 48 contiguous states.
What truck sizes are available?
Our fleet includes 16' and 26' box trucks plus semi-trailers from 24' to 53' lengths, accommodating moves from small apartments to large estates.
