The Best Long-Distance Movers in Los Lunas, NM
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The best long-distance mover in Los Lunas is TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.62/5) for in-state moves and Safeway Moving (4.9/5) for moves out of New Mexico, per moveBuddha's analysis of 16 New Mexico movers.
Who are the best interstate movers serving Los Lunas?
moveBuddha's top-rated interstate movers for Los Lunas residents moving out of New Mexico are Safeway Moving (4.9/5), American Van Lines (4.9/5), Allied Van Lines (4.2/5), Mayzlin Relocation (4.8/5), and North American Van Lines (4.8/5). National carriers operate dedicated long-haul networks, carry interstate FMCSA authority, and price moves by weight and mileage, the standard model for cross-state relocations.
Who are the best long-distance movers in Los Lunas for in-state moves?
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.62/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated Los Lunas-based mover for long-distance moves within New Mexico, followed by All My Sons Moving & Storage (4.52/5) and K & J'z Moving Inc (4.34/5). Of the 7 intrastate-capable movers serving Los Lunas, 7 offer full packing services, which can meaningfully reduce the physical load of a longer in-state move. Full rankings for local long-distance movers serving Los Lunas are listed below.
Below are moveBuddha's top picks for long-distance movers that serve Los Lunas but stay within New Mexico:
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.62 out of 5 stars
- All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- K & J'z Moving Inc: 4.34 out of 5 stars
- Albuquerque NM Movers: 4.34 out of 5 stars
- Albuquerque Discount Movers: 4.14 out of 5 stars
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for 8 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 79% positive reviews across roughly 275 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.6.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Cedric and David were fantastic! Fast, efficient, and on time! Great logistical problem-solvers as well!"
"Nick, Henry, Miguel, and Faron moved my offices today from 3 locations to one space, and I couldn’t be more happy or satisfied with the experience! They were professional, kind, and intentional in all that they did."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. All My Sons Moving & Storage has been in business for 25 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. All My Sons Moving & Storage has about 72% positive reviews across roughly 280 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.5.
Quote accuracy 3.8
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from All My Sons Moving & Storage, and All My Sons Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. All My Sons Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Our movers Jake F and Avante were excellent! They were friendly, quick and took very good care of our entire household items. Very professional and arrived right on schedule. Highly recommend them for sure!"
"All My Sons did an outstanding job! They communicated with kindness and clarity and then arrived on time. All four gentlemen were friendly and professional. They wrapped all my furniture thoroughly and paid attention to detail."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. K & J'z Moving Inc has been in business for 27 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. K & J'z Moving Inc has about 76% positive reviews across roughly 101 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.5.
Quote accuracy 3.7
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from K & J'z Moving Inc.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. K & J'z Moving Inc emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"I live alone and have never used movers until today and I can’t explain how EASY K&J made this experience! Not only are the staff helpful, gentle, and efficient they’re also friendly & comical. Overall they finished moving..."
"They wrapped my furniture in plastic to prevent any harm which I greatly appreciated. Their prices are stellar, about 1/4 of the cost of Two Men and a Truck."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Albuquerque NM Movers has been in business for 57 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Albuquerque NM Movers has about 60% positive reviews across roughly 141 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.5.
Quote accuracy 3.7
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Albuquerque NM Movers.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Albuquerque NM Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The movers arrived on time, worked efficiently and professionally, and were friendly and courteous. Everything was in perfect condition. I highly recommend them."
"Rubel and his crew came on time, loaded the truck carefully and efficiently and delivered on the scheduled date and time. All items were handled perfectly."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Albuquerque Discount Movers has been in business for 35 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Albuquerque Discount Movers has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 281 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.
Quote accuracy 3.7
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Albuquerque Discount Movers.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Albuquerque Discount Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The movers were friendly, fast, careful and went above and beyond to move my things."
"Tina was so friendly and professional on the phone, communication was excellent throughout the process, the pricing is competitive and movers were right on time."
What add-on services do Los Lunas movers offer?
Not every mover in Los Lunas offers specialty services. Based on moveBuddha's review of 7 Los Lunas movers, here is what is available and how often:
- Art handling: offered by 14.29% of Los Lunas movers, compared to 25.0% statewide and 45.83% nationally.
- Junk removal: offered by 14.29% of Los Lunas movers, compared to 37.5% statewide and 36.39% nationally.
- Fragile-only packing: offered by 14.29% of Los Lunas movers, compared to 31.25% statewide and 23.87% nationally.
- Storage: offered by 100.0% of Los Lunas movers, compared to 87.5% statewide and 84.85% nationally.
- Piano moving: offered by 57.14% of Los Lunas movers, compared to 62.5% statewide and 72.52% nationally.
Specialty service costs below use moveBuddha's pricing dataset adjusted for Los Lunas's cost of living.
Does Los Lunas have movers that offer art handling?
Art handling is available from 1 of 7 Los Lunas movers (14.29%), compared to 25.0% statewide and 45.83% nationally. Johnson Storage & Moving (4.48/5) rate highest for art handling in Los Lunas. Per-piece handling runs $43 to $430, with custom crates adding $129 to $172 per item.
| Art handling in Los Lunas | Details |
|---|---|
| Los Lunas movers offering this | 1 of 7 (14.29%) |
| New Mexico statewide | 4 of 16 (25.0%) |
| National average | 45.83% |
| Top-rated Los Lunas art movers | Johnson Storage & Moving |
| Per-piece handling fee | $43 to $430 |
| Custom crating per item | $129 to $172 |
Archival materials and custom crates prevent UV exposure, humidity damage, and impact fractures that standard moving blankets cannot guard against for framed artwork and sculpture. Confirm the mover has direct experience with similar media before booking.
Does Los Lunas have movers that offer junk removal?
Junk removal is available from 1 of 7 Los Lunas movers (14.29%), compared to 37.5% statewide and 36.39% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.62/5) and Johnson Storage & Moving (4.48/5) rate highest for junk removal in Los Lunas. Standalone junk removal typically runs $129 to $430 per load.
| Junk removal in Los Lunas | Details |
|---|---|
| Los Lunas movers offering this | 1 of 7 (14.29%) |
| New Mexico statewide | 6 of 16 (37.5%) |
| National average | 36.39% |
| Top-rated Los Lunas junk removal movers | TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, Johnson Storage & Moving |
| Typical cost per load | $129 to $430 |
| Single large item | $65 to $129 |
Scheduling junk removal before your move date reduces the total weight of your shipment, which directly lowers costs on weight-based long-distance quotes. Movers that offer junk removal as an add-on can often coordinate pickup on the same day as loading, eliminating the need to schedule a separate crew.
Does Los Lunas have movers that offer fragile-only packing?
Fragile-only packing is available from 1 of 7 Los Lunas movers (14.29%), compared to 31.25% statewide and 23.87% nationally. Full professional packing runs $0.15 to $0.21 per pound; fragile-only packing covers dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps at a fraction of that total.
| Fragile-only packing in Los Lunas | Details |
|---|---|
| Los Lunas movers offering this | 1 of 7 (14.29%) |
| New Mexico statewide | 5 of 16 (31.25%) |
| National average | 23.87% |
| Full professional packing rate | $0.15 to $0.21 per pound |
Not every item needs professional packing. Dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps are the items most likely to break in transit and the items most worth paying a crew to pack. Fragile-only packing covers exactly those categories without a full-service packing contract, keeping the per-pound packing cost contained to the portion of the shipment that actually needs it.
Does Los Lunas have movers that offer storage?
Storage is available from 7 of 7 Los Lunas movers (100.0%), compared to 87.5% statewide and 84.85% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.62/5) and All My Sons Moving & Storage (4.52/5) rate highest for storage in Los Lunas. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $221/month.
| Storage in Los Lunas | Details |
|---|---|
| Los Lunas movers offering this | 7 of 7 (100.0%) |
| New Mexico statewide | 14 of 16 (87.5%) |
| National average | 84.85% |
| Top-rated Los Lunas storage movers | TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, All My Sons Moving & Storage |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $221 |
| 2-3 bedroom monthly estimate (~1,000 cu ft) | $430 |
At $0.50 per cubic foot per month, storage-in-transit for a 1-bedroom load of about 514 cubic feet costs approximately $221 per month in Los Lunas. A 2 to 3 bedroom load near 1,000 cubic feet runs roughly $430 per month. The key question to ask any mover: does your valuation coverage extend to items held in storage?
Does Los Lunas have movers that offer hot tub relocation?
No Los Lunas movers in moveBuddha's dataset currently offer hot tub relocation. Statewide, 2 of 16 New Mexico movers offer this service (12.5%), compared to 21.93% nationally. Green Apple Moving (4.28/5) is the top-rated New Mexico mover for hot tub relocation in moveBuddha's dataset and is an option for Los Lunas residents needing this service. Hot tub moves typically run $129 to $344 per item when bundled with a full-service move.
| Hot tub relocation in Los Lunas | Details |
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| Los Lunas movers offering this | 0 of 7 — no Los Lunas providers currently listed |
| New Mexico statewide | 2 of 16 (12.5%) |
| National average | 21.93% |
| Top-rated New Mexico statewide provider | Green Apple Moving (4.28/5) |
| Bundled with full-service move | $129 to $344 |
| Standalone hot tub move | $258 to $688 |
Hot tub moves require full drainage, a crew of at least 3, and specialized equipment including a flatbed dolly rated for the unit's weight. Empty hot tubs range from 500 to 1,000 lbs, and access conditions such as stairs, narrow gates, or sunken decks can add crane or shuttle fees that significantly raise the total cost. Confirm access logistics with the mover before the quote is finalized to avoid day-of surcharges.
Does Los Lunas have movers that offer piano moving?
Piano moving is available from 4 of 7 Los Lunas movers (57.14%), compared to 62.5% statewide and 72.52% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.62/5) and All My Sons Moving & Storage (4.52/5) rate highest for piano moving in Los Lunas. A standalone piano move typically costs $688 to $3,010, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Los Lunas | Details |
|---|---|
| Los Lunas movers offering this | 4 of 7 (57.14%) |
| New Mexico statewide | 10 of 16 (62.5%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Los Lunas piano movers | TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, All My Sons Moving & Storage |
| Upright piano | $688 to $1,290 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,032 to $2,150 |
| Grand piano | $1,548 to $3,010 |
Upright pianos weigh 400 to 800 lbs. Grand pianos exceed 1,200 lbs. Trained crews use piano boards, straps, and padded blankets to prevent structural damage that standard moving equipment cannot safely manage. Bundling a piano into a household move with full-service movers is usually cheaper than hiring a piano-only carrier.
Who are the best movers in Los Lunas for small long-distance moves?
All My Sons Moving & Storage leads Los Lunas's small-move providers with a 4.52/5 moveBuddha score, followed by K & J'z Moving Inc at 4.34/5. DIY options like moving containers and rental trucks reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving and are worth comparing for loads under 3,000 pounds.
What are the best moving containers for long-distance moves from Los Lunas?
Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5), U-Pack (5.0/5), and MovingYourself (5.0/5) are moveBuddha's top-rated container options for moves out of Los Lunas. Moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, making them the most cost-effective option for Los Lunas residents who can handle their own loading and unloading. Container pricing varies by distance, container size, and the number of units required, so use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare quotes for your specific move before committing to a provider.
What are the best labor-only movers in Los Lunas?
5 of 7 Los Lunas movers (71.43%) offer labor-only services, compared to 68.75% statewide and 54.55% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.62/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated labor-only mover in Los Lunas, followed by K & J'z Moving Inc (4.34/5). Labor-only movers handle loading and unloading without providing a truck, making them the right fit for Los Lunas residents who plan to drive themselves or who have rented their own vehicle. Combining a labor-only crew with a rental truck or moving container reduces total move cost by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's pricing dataset.
What are the best moving truck rentals for long-distance Los Lunas moves?
Budget Truck Rental, Penske Truck Rental, and U-Haul Truck Rental are moveBuddha's top-rated rental truck options for a DIY move out of Los Lunas. A truck rental is the cheapest way to move out of state for those willing to handle both the loading and the driving. For moves over 500 miles, a local mover and a national mover price a rental truck the same, so distance alone does not change which provider to choose. Use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare total DIY costs against container and full-service quotes before committing.
How much does it cost to hire long-distance movers in Los Lunas?
Moving costs across New Mexico range from $297 for a studio (2 movers, 3 hours at $112/hour) to $2,643 for a 5+ bedroom home (5 movers, 10 hours), according to moveBuddha's analysis of New Mexico mover quotes. The table below shows New Mexico statewide averages by home size. Your actual cost in Los Lunas will vary based on distance, access conditions, and your mover's pricing model.
Use our free moving cost calculator to get a personalized estimate for your move.
| Home size | Estimated interstate cost from New Mexico* |
|---|---|
| Studio apartment | $297 |
| 1-bedroom home or apartment | $409 |
| 2-bedroom home or apartment | $655 |
| 3-bedroom home | $1,502 |
| 4-bedroom home | $1,721 |
| 5+ bedroom home | $2,643 |
*Estimated costs above are based on varying types of moves that cross state lines in New Mexico. All exceed 150 miles, but might remain below 1,500. Your price depends on inventory, distance, timing, service level, and more.
Data reflects New Mexico statewide averages based on moveBuddha's analysis of mover quotes collected.
What affects moving costs in Los Lunas?
Here are some additional cost considerations for your long-distance Los Lunas move:
- Distance: The farther you move from Los Lunas, the more you pay. A short intrastate move costs far less than a cross-country relocation. Once you cross state lines, pricing structure changes entirely and costs rise considerably.
- Home size and weight: Movers price local moves by the hour and interstate moves by total shipment weight. Downsizing before your move reduces both your bill and your packing time.
- Move type: Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most. DIY options like rental trucks or moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service, according to moveBuddha data.
- Add-on services: Professional packing adds an average of $0.15–$0.21 per pound. Shuttle service, if required, adds $0.08–$0.12 per pound with minimums often starting around $200.
- Timing: Summer moves (May through September) carry the highest rates. Mid-month and mid-week bookings are consistently cheaper than weekend or month-end dates.
FAQs about the best long-distance movers in Los Lunas
What licenses does a long-distance mover in Los Lunas need?
6 of the 7 movers moveBuddha has reviewed in Los Lunas hold a valid FMCSA registration and USDOT number — the 2 federal credentials required before any company can transport household goods across state lines. All movers recommended on this page carry both. Confirm any company's status independently in the FMCSA's carrier database.
The FMCSA's Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move covers what to expect during an interstate move and what protections apply at every stage.
Should I hire locally or go national when moving from Los Lunas?
Local Los Lunas movers offer the best value for moves within New Mexico, across the 7 movers moveBuddha has reviewed in the area. 6 of those hold FMCSA interstate authorization for cross-state routes. The top-rated options on this page cover both.
For moves that cross into another state, national carriers bring purpose-built long-distance logistics, a meaningful advantage when coordinating a move over a long distance.
When is the cheapest time of year to move away from Los Lunas?
Movers in Los Lunas run slowest in November and December, when temperatures drop to an average low of 19°F and moving demand falls well below its summer peak. Reduced competition for mover calendars creates a genuine window to push back on the initial estimate. Off-peak moves in Los Lunas typically come with better availability and shorter booking lead times than any other time of year.
What are the cheapest ways to move out of Los Lunas?
DIY moving is the most affordable option out of Los Lunas, especially within 50 miles. moveBuddha's research shows that rental trucks and moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% versus full-service movers. The cheapest options are renting a moving truck like U-Haul or a moving container like PODS. For longer moves, our guide to the cheapest ways to move out of state covers additional cost-cutting strategies.
