Small Shipment Service

Small Move Solutions with Arpin of RI

No matter the size of your move—whether it’s a single item, a few pieces of furniture, or
several rooms—Arpin of RI offers reliable door-to-door small move services through our
trusted Rapid Transportation Service (RTS). With RTS, our team handles every step—packing,
pickup, transportation, and delivery—ensuring your belongings arrive safely, quickly, and
affordably. For small shipments, RTS provides a true no-touch service where we do all the work
for you.

RTS: The Smarter Way to Move Small Shipments

Small Move Solutions with Arpin of RI

No matter the size of your move—whether it’s a single item, a few pieces of furniture, or several rooms—Arpin of RI offers reliable door-to-door small move services through our trusted Rapid Transportation Service (RTS). With RTS, our team handles every step—packing, pickup, transportation, and delivery—ensuring your belongings arrive safely, quickly, and affordably. For small shipments, RTS provides a true no-touch service where we do all the work for you.

Why RTS is the Better Choice

Traditional movers operate like a charter service, adjusting their schedules around each individual customer which increases the cost of the move. Freight carriers, however, run like airlines, offering fixed daily routes. For small moves, the charter model is often inefficient and costly. The crating and freighting method of RTS is faster, more reliable, and the perfect solution for small shipments.

How the Rapid Transportation Service Works

Our RTS process mirrors the proven system used by the United States Transportation Command to move Military families overseas. Instead of loading items into a moving van, we:

• We export wrap your belongings using Pleat Wrap, the best recyclable furniture wrapping product on the market
• Securely load your items in large plywood crates (liftvans)
• Seal the liftvans with metal banding for transport on freight trucks
• Upon arrival at your destination city, your liftvans are delivered to a trusted local moving partner, who will complete your delivery, setup, and debris removal.

Small Move Guide Using RTS

Arpin of RI’s Rapid Transportation Service (RTS) is designed to make small moves efficient, affordable, and stress-free. By dividing the process into three service segments—origin, transportation, and delivery—RTS provides a seamless moving experience from start to finish.

1. Origin Services – Arpin of RI always handles the origin portion of your move, which includes:

• Packing smaller items into cartons Packing items
• Export wrapping furniture and belongings
• Loading items into secure liftvans
• Labeling and sealing containers for shipment

1. Transportation Services – We identify and book the most reliable, lowest-cost freight carrier, ensuring both savings and dependability.
2. Delivery Services – At your destination, one of our trusted partner agencies will handle delivery, setup, and debris removal, completing your move with care.

Key Advantages of RTS

Arpin of RI’s Rapid Transportation Service (RTS) provides customers with a smarter, more efficient way to manage small moves. Backed by over 125 years of moving expertise, RTS ensures reliability, convenience, and value every step of the way. Movers bringing in items

Key Advantages of RTS

• Day-certain pickup schedules
• Faster transit times than traditional van services
• Predictable delivery windows
• Low-cost, full coverage insurance
• A network of vetted, highly rated providers ensuring professional service every time

RTS combines Arpin of RI’s experience, reliability, and trusted network of service providers to deliver a smarter, more dependable small move solution. Contact Arpin of RI today to learn more about how RTS can simplify your next move.

The RTS Advantage

Traditional interstate van lines typically impose minimum weight charges of 1,500–2,500 pounds, making them cost-prohibitive for small shipments. By contrast, RTS is specifically designed for smaller moves, offering:

• Competitive, transparent pricing with no hidden charges
• Lower overall costs compared to standard household goods (HHG) shipping methods

Peace of Mind with RTS

RTS doesn’t just save money—it enhances security, care, and professionalism:

• Items are handled less frequently, reducing the chance of damage or misplacement
• Shipments are never commingled with other customers’ belongings
• All items are packed into plywood vaults with metal bands and tamper-proof seals
• Sanitary handling with virgin export wrapping materials for every shipment
• Continuous electronic tracking for complete visibility during transit

Contact Arpin of RI today to experience the convenience, security, and cost savings of Rapid Transportation Service for your next small move.

Let Arpin of RI Handle Your Estate Move

Estate moves are often an emotional and challenging time, as they typically follow the recent passing of a loved one. Arpin of RI is here to ease that burden by managing every detail of the moving process with care and sensitivity.

Our team will:

• Sort, pack, inventory, and load each individual estate shipment
• Ship items directly to heirs worldwide using our reliable Rapid Transportation Service (RTS)
• Donate or responsibly dispose of items not being shipped, if requested

With over 125 years of moving expertise, Arpin of RI brings professionalism, compassion, and efficiency to estate moves. We ensure your loved one’s belongings are handled with the utmost respect, giving you peace of mind during a difficult time.

Arpin of RI Excels at Senior Moves

For seniors who are downsizing or distributing cherished household items to family members, Arpin of RI’s Rapid Transportation Service (RTS) is the perfect solution.

Whether it’s sending a childhood bedroom set to your son or shipping the piano your daughter learned to play on, RTS makes it simple, secure, and cost-effective. Our team carefully packs, transports, and delivers items directly to their new homes—across town, across the country, or around the world.

With over 125 years of moving experience, Arpin of RI provides seniors with the peace of mind that treasured belongings will arrive safely, on time, and in excellent condition.

Contact Arpin of RI today to learn how RTS can make your senior move easier and stress-free.

Arpin of RI is the Answer for Out-of-State College Moves

Sending a child off to college is stressful enough—moving their belongings shouldn’t be. Arpin of RI makes out-of-state college moves simple, efficient, and worry-free with our Rapid Transportation Service (RTS).

How It Works

• We’ll pack and load your student’s belongings directly from your home
• Items are shipped safely to one of our trusted partner agencies near the university
• Everything is delivered door-to-door to the dorm or apartment

When it’s time to return home, we can reverse the process—arranging pickup after graduation and shipping belongings back to Rhode Island.

With Arpin of RI, college moves become an easy, seamless experience for both parents and students.

Contact Arpin of RI today to learn how RTS can simplify your student’s next college move.

Personally Procured Moves (PPM) Made Easy with Arpin of RI

If you’re stationed at Naval Station Newport, Naval Submarine Base New London, Joint Base Cape Cod, Hanscom AFB, or the U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area and planning a Personally Procured Move (PPM) for your next PCS or separation, Arpin of RI should be your first call.

With over 70 years of Military moving experience, Arpin of RI understands the unique challenges service members face. Our Rapid Transportation Service (RTS) provides a reliable, cost-effective, and stress-free way to complete your PPM—backed by the same professionals who handle hundreds of Code 4 and Unaccompanied Baggage (UB) shipments every year.

Why Choose RTS for Your PPM?

RTS is ideal for shipments between 500 and 4,000 pounds and offers service members a long list of advantages:

• Full-service moves – packing, loading, delivery, and optional storage-in-transit (SIT)
• Lower rates than renting a U-Haul or Penske truck
• Nationwide shipping to any U.S. destination
• Accurate electronic inventory and weighing for hassle-free reimbursement
• Enhanced security – containers sealed with metal banding and tamper-proof seals
• Fast, door-to-door transportation with electronic tracking

With Arpin of RI, your PPM is in the hands of seasoned Military moving experts who know how to deliver efficiency, security, and peace of mind. Don’t let USTC assign your move to a provider who may cause delay and damage. Take control of your PCS. Contact Arpin of RI today to schedule your free PPM estimate and make your next move the easiest one yet.