It is now time to start calling the service providers. Create a spreadsheet to facilitate comparison of prices, services, options, pros and cons, location, accessibility, etc. for each company. This should help you narrow down your choices to a few providers.
Don't hesitate to ask tough questions:
Since how many years has your business been in existence?
Is your company licensed/certified?
Do you offer inter-state services?
What are the costs?
Tell me something about your drivers and movers?
What additional features do you offer?
Get the point? Now prepare your own list of questions.
Prepare a list of what-I-want-from-my-mover questions. Once you have completed this preliminary process you should have a fair idea about the type of moving company you will need.