A professional moving company has several advantages. First, there is an increased risk of damage when you are moving your belongings by yourself. Moving companies have the right equipment and knowledge on how to move items without breaking them. Second, moving companies take the stress out of a move. Itu2019s one less thing to worry about on moving day. Third, you save time. Moving companies can pack your items up, coordinate all the finer details of a move (like getting the truck, coordinating labor, and packing materials), as well as ensuring you are done by the time you need to be. Forth, moving companies are cost effective. When you add up the time, equipment rentals, gas, labor, packaging, and potential damage, you will come out ahead having the professionals do it. And last, movers are fast and efficient. They know the right way to move things!