Maine stretches from the Atlantic coast to rural northern communities, and a quote that says “Maine” may not cover every address. Write down both addresses, date, shipment size, access conditions and whether the move stays in Maine or crosses into New Hampshire, Massachusetts or another jurisdiction.
There is an important legal distinction: Maine’s 29-A §552, which formerly covered a general operating-authority license, is listed as repealed. The state Attorney General distinguishes interstate moves, subject to federal FMCSA protections, from moves entirely within Maine. Confirm with the relevant authority which current registration rules apply to the entity signing your contract.
Allen & Coles lists Maine communities it serves, from Portland and Augusta to Bar Harbor, and offers packing, storage and long-distance moves. Gordon’s Moving says it serves the entire state from Lewiston and describes residential, commercial and piano moves. These are company coverage statements; availability and price must be confirmed for each postcode and date.
Favourable comments reviewed on the exact listings mention punctuality, communication and care with furniture, as well as in-home assessments in some cases. Treat these as individual accounts and ask what protection is included, who will load and transport the goods, and how loss or damage is documented.
Request estimates using the same inventory and ask about packing, materials, the distance from the door to the truck, storage and access charges. For a move leaving Maine, also verify the actual carrier through FMCSA, not only the brand that handled the enquiry.
Allen & Coles accepts requests through its quote form; Gordon’s Moving lists a contact page. Read the profiles of Allen & Coles in Portland and Gordon’s Moving in Lewiston.
Sources consulted
- Licencias para mudanzas y almacenaje — Maine Attorney General.
- 29-A MRSA §552 — Legislatura de Maine.
- FMCSA: Protect Your Move — Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Cobertura y servicios de Maine — Allen & Coles Moving Systems.
- Formulario para solicitar cotización — Allen & Coles Moving Systems.
- Ficha de Google Maps — Google Maps.
- Cobertura estatal declarada — Gordon’s Moving.
- Reseñas públicas de la ficha — Google Maps.
Checked on October 18, 2026 against state agencies, FMCSA, official websites and exact Google Maps listings. Published coverage does not guarantee availability for every address or date. Confirm authority and the carrier named in the contract. Ratings and review counts are stored in metadata, not repeated in the profiles.
Confirm service at your exact addresses in writing and check current rules for the route and contracting carrier.
Options to compare
These options relate to the question. Read each profile and check current details before deciding.
Portland moving agent advertising local routes in several Maine communities plus long-distance and international moves.
Portland moving agent advertising local routes in several Maine communities plus long-distance and international moves.
Lewiston-based company advertising residential and commercial moves throughout Maine, as well as long-distance relocations.
Lewiston-based company advertising residential and commercial moves throughout Maine, as well as long-distance relocations.
Sources & references
Sources for the information and reporting discussed in this guide.
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Official website of Allen & Coles Moving Systems ↗
Primary source
Allen & Coles Moving Systems · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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official form to ask about service and request an estimate ↗
Primary source
Allen & Coles Moving Systems · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Official website of Allen & Coles Moving Systems ↗
Primary source
Maine Attorney General · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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29-A MRSA §552 ↗
Primary source
Legislatura de Maine · Accessed October 18, 2026
La sección sobre licencia de autoridad operativa aparece derogada; no se presenta como requisito vigente.
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FMCSA: Protect Your Move ↗
Primary source
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration · Accessed October 18, 2026
Registro federal y derechos para mudanzas interestatales.
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official form to ask about service and request an estimate ↗
Primary source
Gordon’s Moving · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Official website of Gordon’s Moving ↗
Primary source
Maine Attorney General · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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29-A MRSA §552 ↗
Primary source
Legislatura de Maine · Accessed October 18, 2026
La sección sobre licencia de autoridad operativa aparece derogada; no se presenta como requisito vigente.
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FMCSA: Protect Your Move ↗
Primary source
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration · Accessed October 18, 2026
Registro federal y derechos para mudanzas interestatales.
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Google Maps listing for Allen & Coles Moving Systems ↗
Secondary source
Google Maps · Accessed October 18, 2026
Direct check of rating, review count, operating status, and address; variable data.
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Google Maps listing for Gordon’s Moving ↗
Secondary source
Google Maps · Accessed October 18, 2026
Direct check of rating, review count, operating status, and address; variable data.