There have never been more options for moving your belongings from one home to another. Yet the options can be confusing. Here's a short overview of your options:

Full Service/Interstate Movers: If you're moving a house full of stuff, you'll likely want to hire a 'full service mover' to pack, load, transport and unload your belongings. If you're moving to a new state, companies like Allied or North American Van Lines can help you the whole way. The packing/unpacking is done by the van line's local affiliate, with the interstate transport being coordinated with the national organization.
Local Movers: If you're moving locally, you have more moving options. Many local companies can handle the moving job from beginning to end, within a metro region. Check your yellow pages or online resources for local listings.
Do It Yourself (Without Breaking Your Back!): There are some new options in the 'do it yourself' moving arena. The tough part about renting a truck used to be finding some 'good friends' to help do the heavy lifting. Now several national franchise companies can help you 'move it yourself'. Companies like Moving Staffers can provide contract labor to help you pack, load and unload your truck. (http://www.movingstaffers.com) You drive the rental truck to the new city, and a crew is there ready to help unload.