By Vince Sanders
Updated: Aug 16, 2026
6 min read
Reviewed by Martin Pаnауоtоv
Martin is founder of MoveAdvisor, formerly MyMovingReviews.com.
Portland 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 Indiana versus those who moved from Hoosier State to another state.
Statistical data show that the people moving locally within the state of Indiana (37%) are vastly outnumbered by the people moving out of the state (63%).
But regardless of whether you’re moving locally or crossing the Indiana state line, the one thing you must not forget to do is to start the pre-move preparations ASAP. Finding a good professional mover should be at the top of your moving checklist, as should be the task of packing up your home.
Local movers who operate within the state of Indiana are supervised by the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) and must have valid state-issued IHGC numbers as proof of their legality. Should you happen to be having troubles with an intrastate moving company in the Hoosier State, turn to the INDOT for help on what legal actions to take against the local mover in question.
Agency: Indiana Department of Transportation
Address: 5252 Decatur Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46241
Phone: (317) 615-7350
Website: www.in.gov
Ever wondered which are the most popular move sizes when people move locally in IN?
Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Piqua, Anderson and Fort Wayne can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Portland, IN sorted by distance:
Here is how to make a stress-free interstate move.
You are moving accross the street and you need help - read more.
All you need to know when moving locally - preparation, costs, packing, etc.
A complete breakdown of all expenses connected with moving.
