Moving Season Is Underway: What Every Florida Consumer Must Know Before Hiring a Mover

Gloria Maria Pugh CEO and Co-Founder AMWAT Moving Warehousing Storage Tallahassee Florida moving industry leader and consumer protection advocate

We do not compete on price. We compete on precision, accountability, and execution quality.

Every move we perform is based on a completed visual survey. Every crew member is a trained AMWAT professional. We do not utilize day labor. Our estimating systems are built on verified logistics variables, not approximations. […]

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Why a Visual Survey is Essential Before Your Move

When preparing for a move, it is tempting to call a few companies, get quick phone quotes, and start planning. The problem is that phone estimates are typically non-binding and based on incomplete information. When moving day arrives, the final cost can look very different from what you were quoted. A visual survey, conducted either […]

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Moving a Sleep Number Bed: What You Need to Know Before Moving Day

Professional technician disassembling a Sleep Number adjustable bed for relocation and moving services.

Sleep Number beds are a significant investment and one of the most technically complex items to move. Unlike standard mattresses, Sleep Number beds contain specialized air chambers, adjustable bases, and model-specific components that require careful handling during disassembly, transport, and reassembly. At AMWAT, we move Sleep Number beds regularly. Here is exactly what you need […]

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How to Select a Reputable Moving Company

Relocating, whether to a new home or office, can be an exciting yet challenging experience. Choosing the right moving company is crucial to ensuring your belongings are handled with care and the process is smooth and as stress-free as possible. With numerous options available, finding a trustworthy and reliable mover can be daunting. That’s where […]

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Why Being Present During Your Move Matters: A Guide for Clients

We understand that entrusting your move to AMWAT Moving Warehousing Storage is a significant decision. We are flattered when a client leaves the premises during a move because it signifies that the client trusts AMWAT and its employees implicitly. While we appreciate the vote of confidence, we prefer the client to stay on the premises […]

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The Essential Moving Checklist: Your Roadmap to a Smooth Transition

Moving to a new home can be both exciting and overwhelming. With so many tasks to manage and details to remember, it’s easy to feel stressed. That’s where a moving checklist comes in handy. Here’s why creating a moving checklist is crucial for a seamless transition, including hiring the services of AMWAT Moving Warehousing Storage: […]

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Interstate Move Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move

We want to ensure anyone that is moving across state lines are well informed about the move process.  Knowing your rights and responsibilities prior to moving day is imperative.  The following content, Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move is provided by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regarding Interstate Moving Services (when a move […]

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MOVING TIPS TO AVOID A HOSTAGE SITUATION

There are many reputable moving companies whose goal is to provide their clients with exceptional services.  Unfortunately, as with every industry there are always bad people whose sole intent is to scam unsuspecting consumers.  Knowing who you are hiring is essential.  Beware of “movers” who hold your belongings hostage and demand more money before delivering your […]

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The 2021 Moving Season and Rogue Move Brokers

Gloria Pugh, PMAF President 2021 has been a remarkably busy and challenging moving season. Consumer demand for our industry’s services in comparison to prior years is above-average.  As a result of the global pandemic, we are all experiencing several challenges including workforce shortages, equipment and supply shortages, and inflation among other issues. Many of us are begrudgingly turning down work due to these shortages. Regardless of these conditions, many colleagues have reported a busy, and hopefully, profitable year.  The overwhelming consumer demand coupled with the shortages described […]

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Letter From Gloria Pugh to Professional Movers Association of Florida Members

I am honored to have been elected president of our industry’s state association, the Professional Movers Association of Florida (PMAF).  Before I share with you PMAF’s vision of the potential of our collective future, I must reflect on the history of this association and the individuals who have served it. The Florida Movers and Warehousemen […]

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