By Vince Sanders
Updated: Aug 16, 2026
6 min read
Reviewed by Martin Pаnауоtоv
Martin is founder of MoveAdvisor, formerly MyMovingReviews.com.
Porterfield moving companies are required to be registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) if they perform interstate moves. No matter if it is a moving company or a broker, they should have a valid DOT number. You can look up a mover here.
Agency: United States Department of Transportation
Address: 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington DC 20590
Phone: (855) 368-4200
Website: www.fmcsa.dot.gov
To see if a specific movers complies with regulations, simply select a company from the list.
Let's see how many people move within Wisconsin versus those who moved from The Badger State to another state.
As seen in our statistical data, more people in the state of Wisconsin have made up their minds to move out of the state (interstate moves: 64%) than to move within its boundaries (local moves: 36%).
If you’re like most Wisconsinites who have decided to move out of Milwaukee or out of other towns and cities in the state, then you should make sure your interstate move gets to be as organized as possible. Create a personalized moving checklist to plan your interstate move and keep track of your progress.
All intrastate movers in Wisconsin must be registered with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) in order to be able to transport household goods legally within the state. If you have any suspicions of wrongdoing by the professional moving company you have hired or are about to hire, contact the WisDOT to voice your concerns and take the required steps to amend the situation in your favor.
Agency: Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)
Address: 4802 Sheboygan Avenue, Madison, WI 53705
Phone: (608) 250-4606
Website: http://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/home.aspx
Ever wondered which are the most popular move sizes when people move locally in WI?
Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Green Bay, Escanaba and Appleton can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Porterfield, WI sorted by distance:
Here is how to make a stress-free interstate move.
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All you need to know when moving locally - preparation, costs, packing, etc.
A complete breakdown of all expenses connected with moving.
