Why Choose Lambert Moving Systems?
North American Van Lines vs. The Alternatives
We go beyond containers, truck rentals, and moving brokers to give you full-service moves with professional movers, personalized care, and transparent pricing.
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| Features |  |  Moving Brokers |  Moving Containers |  Truck Rentals |  DIY / Other Methods |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type of Service | Full-service moving & logistics | Middleman or subcontracts movers | Self-load, container transport | Self-move | Self-planned |
| Professional Movers | Varies by subcontractor | — | — | — | |
| Packing & Unpacking | May cost extra or vary | — | — | — | |
| Furniture Disassembly / Reassembly | Inconsistent | — | — | — | |
| Loading & Unloading | Depends on mover assigned | — | — | — | |
| Cost Transparency | Transparent pricing. No hidden fees. | Often estimates only | Base price plus add-ons | Mileage, fuel, extras | Unpredictable |
| Risk of Price Changes | Low | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Valuation / Protection Options | Limited or unclear | Limited | — | — | |
| Shipment Tracking | — | Limited | — | — | |
| Storage Options | Varies | Limited | — | — | |
| Vehicle Transport | Rare | — | — | — | |
| International Moving | Available in 130+ countries | Limited | — | — | — |
| Customer Support | Dedicated move coordinator | Broker only | Limited | — | — |
| Time & Physical Effort Required | Minimal | Medium | High | Very High | Very High |
| Best For | Stress-free, large, long-distance, or complex moves | Price-driven shoppers (note: price may increase after initial estimate) | Small, flexible moves | Short, local moves | Very small moves only |
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