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Moving Services, Franchise Structure & Licensing
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK is an international moving franchise offering local and long-distance household moving along with packing, business moving and other moving-related services through independently owned and operated locations.
The business began in the Lansing, Michigan area when brothers Brig and Jon Sorber started moving customers with a pickup truck in 1981. The franchise system was established in 1989, when the first franchise opened in Atlanta. Today, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK says it has more than 430 locations worldwide and has completed more than 10 million moves.
One fact is especially important before hiring the company:
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK is a franchise brand, not one nationwide moving carrier.
Each franchise is independently owned and operated. That means the legal company, USDOT number, state license, rates, services and other operating details can differ depending on which TWO MEN AND A TRUCK location handles your move.
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK at a Glance
How TWO MEN AND A TRUCK Is Structured
The national brand provides the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK name and franchise system, but individual locations are independently owned and operated businesses.
That means a TWO MEN AND A TRUCK location in Arizona can be a completely different legal company from a TWO MEN AND A TRUCK location in Texas.
For consumers, this distinction matters because moving-company authority attaches to the legal carrier, not simply to the logo on the truck.
Different franchises can have different:
Legal business names
USDOT numbers
MC numbers
State moving licenses
Rates
Minimum charges
Available services
Storage options
Long-distance programs
BBB status
Claims procedures
When checking a TWO MEN AND A TRUCK company, identify the specific franchise handling your move.
Does TWO MEN AND A TRUCK Have One USDOT Number?
No.
There is no single USDOT number that should be used to verify every TWO MEN AND A TRUCK location.
Current FMCSA records demonstrate why.
For example, FMCSA currently lists:
Black Wolf Moving Phoenix LLC
DBA: TWO MEN AND A TRUCK
Mesa, Arizona
USDOT #3229932
Status: Active
Household-goods carrier authority: Authorized
A TWO MEN AND A TRUCK operation in Austin appears under:
FWH LLC
DBA: TWO MEN AND A TRUCK
Austin, Texas
USDOT #2397343
Status: Active
Household-goods carrier authority: Authorized
These businesses operate under the same national moving brand but are different legal carriers with different federal registrations.
That is why a USDOT number found for a TWO MEN AND A TRUCK location in another city should not automatically be used to verify your mover.
How to Verify the Correct TWO MEN AND A TRUCK Carrier
For an interstate household move, ask your franchise:
What is the full legal name of the carrier transporting my shipment?
Then ask:
What USDOT number applies to my move?
Compare that information with your:
Written estimate
Bill of lading
Other interstate moving documents
FMCSA carrier record
The legal name may not literally be “TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.” It may be an LLC or corporation operating under the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK trade name.
If the USDOT number on your paperwork is different from the one advertised by the local franchise, ask which company will actually transport your belongings.
Is TWO MEN AND A TRUCK a Carrier or a Broker?
There is no single national answer that should be applied to every franchise.
Many TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchises are actual household-goods motor carriers.
For example, FMCSA currently identifies both Black Wolf Moving Phoenix LLC and FWH LLC as active household-goods carriers operating under the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK name.
However, the transportation arrangement can depend on:
Location
Move type
Origin and destination
Long-distance service selected
Whether another franchise participates
Whether third-party transportation is used
This becomes particularly important with the company’s crated long-distance service.
For an interstate shipment, the more useful question is:
Who will physically transport my belongings, and under whose federal authority?
Local Moving
Local household moving is a core TWO MEN AND A TRUCK service.
The company says that because franchises are independently owned, each location sets its own rates. Most locations charge by the hour for local moves.
Factors that can affect how long an hourly move takes include:
Amount being moved
Number of movers
Stairs
Elevators
Distance from the truck to the residence
Loading time
Unloading time
Drive time between addresses
Furniture disassembly
Furniture reassembly
Packing
Additional stops
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK specifically identifies stairs, walking distance, loading and unloading time, and driving time as factors that can affect the final cost.
Rates Are Set by the Individual Franchise
There is no nationwide TWO MEN AND A TRUCK rate.
The company’s current information states that each independently owned location sets its own rates. Most charge:
Local moves: generally hourly
Long-distance moves: generally based on weight and miles
This means an hourly rate advertised by a TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchise in Arizona does not necessarily apply to a location in Illinois, Texas or Florida.
Before comparing an hourly estimate, ask the exact franchise for:
Hourly rate
Number of movers included
Number of trucks included
Minimum billable time
Travel charge
Fuel or transportation charge
Packing-material charges
Additional-mover rate
Additional-stop charges
Specialty-item charges
A low hourly rate is not necessarily a low final total if the billing structure is different.
Long-Distance Moving
Long-Distance Moving
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK currently offers several ways to handle a longer-distance move.
Its national long-distance page lists:
Expedited Long-Distance
Crated Long-Distance
Load-Only
The company’s current comparison describes expedited and crated service as available across the lower 48 states.
These options are significantly different from one another, so identify exactly which service appears on your estimate.
Expedited Long-Distance Moving
Expedited service is designed primarily for customers who want their belongings transported directly in dedicated truck space.
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK currently describes expedited service as including:
Dedicated truck
Moving labor
Exclusive use of the truck
Moving equipment
In-home or virtual consultation
Placement of belongings at delivery
Disassembly and reassembly
Guaranteed arrival date
The company’s current comparison also describes expedited pricing as binding.
The company says this option is generally suited to a full-house move.
A dedicated truck can be important because your belongings are not being combined with another household shipment on that truck.
What “Dedicated Truck” Means
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK describes expedited service as transporting the customer’s belongings on a truck dedicated to that shipment.
Some current franchise pages explain the process more specifically: the truck is loaded at the customer’s home and driven directly to the destination without other pickups or deliveries along the route.
Before booking, confirm:
Whether the truck is exclusive to your shipment
Whether another customer’s belongings will ever be loaded
Whether the same crew travels with the shipment
Whether another franchise will participate
Your guaranteed or expected delivery date
Crated Long-Distance Moving
The crated option is designed for smaller long-distance shipments.
Instead of using an entire moving truck, belongings are placed into specialized shipping crates.
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s current national comparison identifies crated moving as particularly suitable for:
Apartments
Smaller shipments
A few items
Customers with more flexibility in transit timing
It also lists the crated price as binding and indicates that the customer has exclusive use of the applicable container.
Third-Party Transportation Can Be Involved With Crated Moves
This is an important distinction between expedited and crated moving.
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s own long-distance explanation describes a crated shipment being placed with a third-party carrier, transported to a TWO MEN AND A TRUCK location near the destination, and then delivered by the destination franchise.
Current local franchise pages also describe this process. For example, the San Diego and Boise pages say their crated shipments are transported to another TWO MEN AND A TRUCK location using a third-party carrier.
That means a crated move can look something like:
Origin franchise → specialized crate → third-party transportation → destination franchise → final delivery
Before selecting this option, ask:
Who provides the interstate line-haul transportation?
What company physically possesses the crate during transit?
What USDOT authority applies?
Which franchise delivers the shipment?
Who handles a loss or damage claim?
What is the delivery window?
Do Not Assume One Crated-Service Weight Limit
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s own current franchise pages do not all publish the same maximum shipment size for crated service.
For example:
The San Diego location currently describes crated service for shipments of 3,000 pounds or less.
A Boulder-area location currently describes its crated option for shipments of 4,000 pounds or less.
That difference is another reason to avoid treating every franchise as identical.
If you are considering a crated move, ask your actual franchise:
What is the maximum shipment weight for your crated program?
Also ask how many crates your shipment requires and how those crates are charged.
Expedited vs. Crated Moving
| vs. | Expedited | Crated |
| Typical use | Larger household move | Smaller shipment |
| Transportation | Dedicated truck | Specialized crate |
| National page price type | Binding | Binding |
| Exclusive space | Yes | Yes |
| Transit | Faster | More flexible |
| Third-party line haul | Generally direct franchise transportation | Can be involved |
| Best fit | Full household | Apartment or selected items |
| Reach shown by national page | Lower 48 states | Lower 48 states |
The important choice is not simply which service is cheaper. Consider how much you are moving, how quickly you need delivery, who will transport the shipment and how many times your belongings may change hands.
Load-Only Moving
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK also lists load-only service in its current interstate comparison.
With load-only service, the moving crew performs the lifting and loading while the customer is responsible for the transportation.
The national page lists this option as hourly.
This may work for customers using:
Rental trucks
Moving containers
Customer-provided transportation
Some franchises refer to loading and unloading labor as Carry Crew service.
Before using labor-only service, determine who is responsible for:
Driving
Securing the load
Damage that occurs during transportation
Unloading at destination
Transportation insurance or liability
Packing and Unpacking
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK locations can provide packing and unpacking services.
Depending on the franchise, customers may be able to purchase:
Full packing
Partial packing
Unpacking
Boxes
Packing paper
Bubble wrap
Tape
Other moving supplies
Because each location operates independently, packing rates and available options can vary.
Ask whether your estimate separately identifies:
Packing labor
and:
Packing materials
That makes it easier to compare two moving estimates accurately.
Loading and Unloading Without a Moving Truck
Some TWO MEN AND A TRUCK customers only need moving labor.
The company advertises crews that can load or unload:
Rental trucks
Portable storage containers
Storage units
Customer-provided transportation
This can be useful when you want professional lifting help but prefer to arrange transportation yourself.
In-Home Moving
Some franchises also perform moves that never leave the property.
Examples include:
Moving furniture from one room to another
Moving furniture upstairs or downstairs
Rearranging rooms
Moving heavy furniture for renovations
Moving items into a garage
Moving items out of storage
Rearranging office furniture
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK identifies this as in-home moving, but availability can vary by franchise.
Specialty Moving
Some locations provide specialty-item moving.
Examples advertised by individual TWO MEN AND A TRUCK locations can include:
Pianos
Appliances
Heavy furniture
Safes
Exercise equipment
However, the company specifically notes that specialty services may be limited to participating franchises.
Before booking a specialty item, give the franchise:
Item type
Dimensions
Approximate weight
Number of stairs
Elevator information
Doorway dimensions when relevant
Pickup and destination access
Ask for any specialty charges to appear on the written estimate.
Storage
Storage is not available at every TWO MEN AND A TRUCK location.
The company’s current FAQ says select franchises provide storage options ranging from on-site storage to vaulted storage.
The company’s vaulted-storage information says participating locations may place belongings into specialized storage crates and can provide storage for short or longer periods.
If storage will be part of your move, ask:
Does this franchise provide storage?
Where will my belongings be stored?
Is the facility operated by the franchise?
Is climate control available?
Can I access the belongings?
Are warehouse-handling fees charged?
Is there a minimum storage period?
How is final delivery scheduled?
What liability applies while belongings are stored?
Business Moving
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK provides business relocation through participating franchises.
Services can include:
Office relocation
Internal office moving
Furniture movement
Equipment relocation
Packing
Loading
Unloading
Delivery services
Availability and capabilities can differ by franchise.
For a business move, make sure the estimate includes any required:
After-hours work
Elevator reservations
Loading docks
Furniture disassembly
Furniture reassembly
IT or equipment restrictions
Multiple delivery locations
Junk Removal
Consumers may also see junk-removal services associated with the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK system.
ServiceMaster Brands now operates the related TWO MEN AND A JUNK TRUCK brand, while some TWO MEN AND A TRUCK locations also advertise junk-removal options.
Do not assume every TWO MEN AND A TRUCK moving franchise provides this service.
Check the specific location.
Items TWO MEN AND A TRUCK May Not Transport
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s current FAQ identifies several categories customers should plan to transport or handle separately.
These include:
Prescription medications
Certain gasoline-powered equipment unless properly prepared
Animals
Plants
Flammable materials
Perishable food
Cash
Jewelry
Important documents
Certain sentimental belongings
Its moving-day guidance also identifies hazardous items such as propane tanks, household cleaners, batteries, fertilizer and fire extinguishers as examples requiring other arrangements.
Ask your actual franchise for its complete prohibited-items list before packing.
Furniture Disassembly Can Affect an Hourly Move
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK says its crews can disassemble bed frames when needed, but it notes that this adds time and can increase the final bill on an hourly move.
The company similarly recommends removing TV mounts before the moving crew arrives to reduce additional moving time.
If you are paying hourly, work you complete before the crew arrives can affect the total moving time.
Before moving day, ask which items should be:
Disassembled
Unplugged
Emptied
Boxed
Prepared for transportation
Damage and Claims
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK instructs customers who discover damage to contact the local franchise handling the move as soon as possible.
The company says the franchise will explain its claims process and notes that requirements can differ by state.
This is another area where the franchise structure matters.
Before the move, ask:
Which legal company handles a claim?
Where is the claim submitted?
What documentation is required?
Are photographs required?
What deadlines apply?
What valuation option did you select?
For an interstate shipment involving another franchise or third-party transportation, also ask which company is responsible during each stage of the move.
Valuation Is Not the Same as Insurance
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s current FAQ specifically says that the company does not sell insurance, but offers protection through valuation.
For interstate household moves, federal law requires movers to offer two principal liability choices:
Full Value Protection
and
Released Value Protection
Under Released Value Protection, federal rules limit the mover’s liability to no more than $0.60 per pound per article.
For example, if a 50-pound piece of furniture were covered only under released value:
50 pounds × $0.60 = $30
That can be significantly less than the item’s replacement cost.
For an interstate TWO MEN AND A TRUCK move, ask which valuation option appears on your paperwork and what additional charge applies if you select Full Value Protection.
BBB Information Is Franchise-Specific
I would not use one national BBB rating for TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
Different franchises can have different BBB profiles and ratings.
For example, the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK operation in Mesa, Arizona currently has an A+ BBB rating and is BBB accredited.
A TWO MEN AND A TRUCK operation in Scottsdale, Arizona currently has a B- rating and is not BBB accredited.
A Plano, Texas profile currently shows an A+ rating but is not BBB accredited.
Those differences reinforce why the exact franchise matters.
A statement such as:
“TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has an A+ BBB rating”
would not accurately describe the entire franchise system.
Instead, check the BBB information associated with the specific location and legal company handling your move.
What to Check on a TWO MEN AND A TRUCK Estimate
Legal Company Name
Identify the actual company behind the local franchise.
Do not stop at the trade name TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
USDOT Number
For an interstate shipment, determine the USDOT number of the carrier responsible for transportation.
State Authority
If your move remains within one state, check the state household-goods requirements that apply to your franchise.
Move Type
Determine whether you are buying:
Local moving
Interstate expedited moving
Crated moving
Load-only service
Another franchise-specific service
Rate Structure
Ask whether the move is:
Hourly
Binding
Based on weight and mileage
Based on another written formula
Minimum Charge
For an hourly move, ask whether the franchise has:
One-hour minimum
Two-hour minimum
Travel minimum
Other minimum charges
The national company information specifically notes that local moving rates vary by franchise.
Crew Size
Confirm how many movers are included in the quoted rate.
Truck or Crate
Determine:
Truck size
Number of trucks
Whether truck space is exclusive
Number of crates
Maximum crate capacity
Inventory
Make sure the estimate includes:
Furniture
Boxes
Garage contents
Patio furniture
Storage areas
Exercise equipment
Pianos
Safes
Other specialty items
Access
Tell the estimator about:
Stairs
Elevators
Long walking distances
Narrow roads
Parking restrictions
Loading docks
Gated entrances
Difficult truck access
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK specifically identifies stairs and walking distance as factors that can increase moving time.
Long-Distance Transportation
For an interstate move, determine:
Who transports the shipment
Whether another franchise participates
Whether a third-party carrier participates
Pickup date or window
Delivery date or window
Valuation
Know which protection option applies before your belongings are loaded.
What Stands Out About TWO MEN AND A TRUCK
Several characteristics are useful when comparing the company with other movers.
Large Franchise Network
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK currently reports more than 430 locations worldwide and more than 10 million completed moves across its history.
Independent Local Ownership
Individual locations are independently owned and operated rather than functioning simply as branches of one national motor carrier.
Different Long-Distance Options
Customers may have a choice between:
Dedicated expedited service
Crated transportation
Load-only moving
Dedicated Expedited Service
The national company page currently says expedited moves use a dedicated truck and include a guaranteed arrival date.
Smaller-Shipment Crated Option
Crated service provides another option for apartment-size or smaller interstate shipments.
Services Beyond Transportation
Depending on the franchise, services can include:
Packing
Unpacking
Storage
Loading and unloading
In-home moving
Business relocation
Specialty-item moving
The important qualifier is depending on the franchise.
When TWO MEN AND A TRUCK May Be Worth Comparing
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK may be worth comparing with other movers if you:
Need a local household move
Need an interstate move
Want dedicated long-distance truck space
Have a smaller interstate shipment
Need packing
Need loading or unloading help
Need furniture moved within the same property
Need storage and the local franchise offers it
Need business relocation
Have specialty items the local franchise accepts
Whether a particular franchise fits your move depends on your route, shipment size, services, timing and written estimate.
Questions to Ask TWO MEN AND A TRUCK Before Booking
What is the full legal name of this franchise?
Who owns and operates this location?
What USDOT number applies to my interstate shipment?
What MC number applies, if any?
What state moving authority applies to my move?
Will this franchise be the actual carrier?
Will another TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchise participate?
Will any third-party carrier transport my belongings?
Am I being quoted local, expedited, crated or load-only service?
Is my estimate hourly or binding?
What is the minimum billable time?
How is travel time charged?
How many movers are included?
What size truck is included?
Will my truck be dedicated exclusively to my shipment?
If using crated service, how many crates are included?
What is the maximum allowed shipment size for crated service at this location?
Are boxes and packing materials included?
Could stairs or elevators increase the total?
Could long carries increase the total?
Could another truck be required?
What is my pickup date or window?
What is my delivery date or window?
Is the delivery date guaranteed?
What valuation protection is included?
What additional protection is available?
Who handles a claim if another franchise or carrier is involved?
Does this location provide storage?
What cancellation or rescheduling terms apply?
What payment methods and deposit requirements apply to this franchise?
If an answer can materially affect your cost, delivery timing or responsibility for your belongings, get it in writing.
The Most Important Thing to Know About TWO MEN AND A TRUCK
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK is a large national and international moving brand, but the specific franchise handling your move is the company you need to verify.
The logo alone does not tell you:
Legal carrier name
USDOT number
MC authority
State license
BBB status
Rates
Minimum charges
Storage availability
Long-distance transportation arrangement
Those details can vary by location.
For an interstate move, identify both the local franchise and the carrier legally responsible for transporting your shipment.
For a crated move, go one step further and determine whether a third-party transportation company will handle the crate between the origin and destination franchises.
Compare TWO MEN AND A TRUCK Based on Your Move
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK began as a small Lansing-area moving operation and has grown into a franchise system with more than 430 locations worldwide. It now offers local moving along with several long-distance and moving-related service options.
Those facts alone do not determine whether a particular TWO MEN AND A TRUCK franchise fits your move.
Compare companies serving your exact origin and destination based on:
Legal carrier
USDOT and MC authority
State licensing
Transportation method
Complete inventory
Rate structure
Minimum charges
Services included
Possible additional charges
Pickup and delivery terms
Valuation protection
Total expected cost
For a local move, pay close attention to the individual franchise’s hourly rate, minimum time and travel charges.
For an interstate move, determine whether you are getting expedited, crated or another service and identify exactly who will transport the shipment.
Choose based on the company and service actually handling your move rather than relying only on the national brand name.
Company, franchise, service and regulatory information was checked against TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, ServiceMaster Brands, FMCSA and BBB sources in August 2026. Franchise ownership, licensing, operating authority, services, rates and policies can change. Verify material details with the specific franchise handling your move before signing an agreement.
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