Frequently Asked Questions

Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, the process comes with plenty of questions. At Maher Brothers, we’re here to make your move as easy and stress-free as possible. Below are answers to some of the most common questions we get about residential moving services—so you can feel confident and prepared every step of the way.

General Company Info

What services does Maher Brothers Moving & Storage offer?

Are you licensed and insured?

What areas do you serve?

What makes Maher Brothers different from other moving companies?

Booking, Estimates & Payment

How far in advance should I schedule my move?

Do you offer free moving estimates?

What is involved in an estimate appointment?

Are our estimates binding?

Do you require a deposit; how do we pay for our move? What forms of payment do we accept?

Do you offer insurance?

Residential & Commercial Moving

Can Maher Brothers help with both residential and commercial moves?

What qualifies as a local move?

How do you charge for local moves?

Can Maher Brothers move appliances or specialty items?

Can you move vehicles?

Do movers disassemble and reassemble furniture?

Do I need to be present during the move?

When will I get my household goods delivered?

What happens if my new home isn’t ready yet?

Packing & Materials

Do you sell packing material?

Can I pack my own boxes?

Yes, you can pack your own boxes. Packing can be overwhelming and we also offer full packing and partial packing. Full packing means just that, we pack everything. Partial packing means we will pack a part of your items, and you will pack the rest. Or you can pack all of your items. Make sure to ask for tips on how to pack, and materials you will need. Your boxes need to be sturdy, labeled and sealed.

Items we cannot transport on a moving truck

Plants, aerosol cans, paint/paint thinners, perishable items, cleaning supplies, hazardous materials, combustibles, bleach, flammables, ammunition, propane tanks, nail polish remover, lighter fluid, gasoline, fireworks, oxygen bottles/tanks, automotive repair and maintenance chemicals, matches, radioactive pharmaceuticals.

If you are moving a lawn mower, it needs to be drained of all fuel and oil.

Other items not to be put on the moving van: firearms, family photos, certain valuables such as jewelry, passports, personal and financial documents, familial ashes, prescription drugs needed for immediate use.

Storage Solutions

What types of storage solutions do you offer?

Is your warehouse secure?

Do you offer storage for businesses and commercial clients?

Can you store large or specialty items?

How do I access my stored items?

Can Maher Brothers handle the move-in and move-out from storage?

Our Locations/Service Area

Maher Brothers Transfer & Storage has proudly served Iowans since 1922 through these offices, plus expanded coverage into Iowa City, Davenport, Cedar Rapids, and comprehensive routes statewide—and we’re ready for moves beyond, backed by Allied Van Lines.

Cedar Rapids - 319-419-4941
Davenport - 563-388-6663
Iowa City - 319-364-7777

Get a Free Moving or Storage Quote

When you are talking with one of our professional moving representatives, be sure to ask them any questions you have on your mind. Our representative will gather the information they need to create the perfect tailor-made moving plan at a very competitive price.

At Maher Brothers Transfer & Storage, we have only one mission, to provide customers with services that exceed their expectations.

Business Hours

Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM

Get Immediate Assistance

Call (866) 695-0173

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Don't Just Take Our Word for It - See What Our Customers Say

I just wanted to send a quick note to say how wonderful you were in coordinating my move from Washington, DC to Iowa City, Iowa.
You answered all of my questions, kept me informed throughout the entire process, and accommodated me when I had to change my move dates at the last minute.

- L. Richardson

Nate Clouse, along with Richard and Nick loaded our household goods Monday, and you would have been pleased if you could have seen them work. They worked quickly and efficiently, and they were very careful with both our furniture and our home.

- Jim Rockel

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