đŸŽ¯ Certification Overview

Our progressive three-level certification system ensures comprehensive verification while accommodating businesses at different stages of development

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Independent Verification

All certifications are verified by our independent team without industry or government influence, ensuring objective assessment.

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Comprehensive Standards

Our requirements go beyond basic FMCSA licensing to include business legitimacy, insurance verification, and operational excellence.

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Progressive Levels

Three certification levels allow companies to start with basic verification and upgrade as their business grows and documentation improves.

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Ongoing Monitoring

Continuous compliance monitoring ensures certified movers maintain standards throughout their certification period.

🏆 Certification Levels

Each level builds upon the previous one, providing increasing levels of verification and consumer confidence

Level 1 Certification Badge
đŸĨ‰ LEVEL 1

Licensed Mover

✅ License Verified by CMA Staff

$299 Annual Fee
3-5 Business Days
5 Requirements

📋 Basic Documentation

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    USDOT Registration: Current and active USDOT number with valid operating authority
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    State Authority: Valid state operating permit (if required in your state)
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    Business Registration: Legal business name matching USDOT registration

đŸĸ Business Verification

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    Physical Address: Verified business location (no P.O. boxes)
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    Insurance Coverage: Current liability insurance meeting FMCSA minimums

⚡ Processing Information

3-5 Business Days
$299 Annual Fee
95% Approval Rate
Level 2 Certification Badge
đŸĨˆ LEVEL 2

Ownership Verified

📞 Ownership & Legitimacy Verified

$599 Annual Fee
7-10 Business Days
9 Requirements

✅ Level 1 Requirements

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    All Level 1 Standards: Must maintain all Level 1 certification requirements

đŸ‘Ĩ Ownership Verification

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    Direct Owner Contact: Phone verification with business owner or authorized manager
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    Legal Structure: Verified business entity (LLC, Corporation, Partnership)
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    Contact Verification: Confirmed official business phone and email addresses

📋 Enhanced Documentation

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    Business License: Current business license and operating permits
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    Formation Documents: Articles of incorporation or LLC formation papers
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    Registered Agent: Verified registered agent information and address

⚡ Processing Information

7-10 Business Days
$599 Annual Fee
92% Approval Rate
Level 3 Certification Badge
đŸĨ‡ LEVEL 3

Full Transparency Certified

🏅 Deep Verified Mover – Trusted & Audited

$999 Annual Fee
14-21 Business Days
15 Requirements

✅ Previous Level Requirements

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    All Level 1 & 2 Standards: Must maintain all previous certification requirements

🛡ī¸ Insurance & Bonding

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    Comprehensive Insurance: Liability, cargo, and workers’ compensation policies
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    Surety Bond: Active surety bond meeting or exceeding FMCSA requirements
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    Coverage Verification: Direct verification with insurance providers

📊 Operational History

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    Job Documentation: Sample bills of lading from recent completed moves
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    Customer References: Verified testimonials and customer contact information
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    Online Presence: Professional website and verified online reviews

🔍 Third-Party Verification

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    Industry References: Verification from suppliers, partners, or industry peers
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    Financial Stability: Credit references or financial statements
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    Employee Policies: Background check procedures and safety training documentation

⚡ Processing Information

14-21 Business Days
$999 Annual Fee
87% Approval Rate

📄 Required Documentation

Comprehensive list of documents needed for each certification level

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Basic Business Documents

  • 📄 USDOT registration certificate (current)
  • 📄 State operating authority permit (if applicable)
  • 📄 Business registration documents
  • 📄 Proof of business address (utility bill, lease)
  • 📄 Current business license
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Insurance & Bonding

  • 📄 General liability insurance certificate
  • 📄 Cargo insurance policy (Level 3)
  • 📄 Workers’ compensation insurance (Level 3)
  • 📄 Surety bond documentation (Level 3)
  • 📄 Insurance carrier contact information
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Corporate Structure

  • 📄 Articles of incorporation (Level 2+)
  • 📄 LLC formation documents (Level 2+)
  • 📄 Partnership agreements (if applicable)
  • 📄 Registered agent information (Level 2+)
  • 📄 Tax ID documentation (EIN)
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Operational Records

  • 📄 Sample bills of lading (Level 3)
  • 📄 Customer testimonials and references (Level 3)
  • 📄 Employee handbook and policies (Level 3)
  • 📄 Safety training documentation (Level 3)
  • 📄 Financial statements or credit references (Level 3)

⚖ī¸ Compliance Standards

Ongoing compliance requirements and monitoring standards for all certified movers

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FMCSA Monitoring

Daily monitoring of USDOT status, safety ratings, and compliance violations to ensure ongoing regulatory adherence.

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Insurance Verification

Continuous verification of insurance coverage and automatic alerts for policy changes or lapses.

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Performance Tracking

Ongoing monitoring of customer satisfaction, complaint resolution, and service quality metrics.

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Annual Renewal

Annual certification renewal process with updated documentation and compliance verification.

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Issue Resolution

30-day grace period for resolving compliance issues with dedicated support and guidance.

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Continuous Improvement

Regular feedback and recommendations for maintaining and improving certification standards.

⚡ Application Process

Simple, streamlined process to get your moving company certified

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Submit Application

Complete our online application form and select your desired certification level. Upload required documents securely through our portal.

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Payment Processing

Secure payment processing for your certification fee. We accept all major credit cards and ACH transfers.

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Verification Review

Our certification team conducts thorough verification of all submitted documents and information according to your chosen level.

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Contact Verification

For Level 2 and 3 certifications, we conduct direct phone verification with business owners or authorized representatives.

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Approval & Badge

Upon successful verification, receive your certification badge, directory listing, and access to all certification benefits.

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Ongoing Support

Continuous monitoring, compliance support, and access to our customer service team throughout your certification period.