Best Movers Near Abington, MA (2026 Reviews)
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Gentle Giant Moving Company is Abington's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.64/5 , followed by Marathon Moving Co. at 4.62/5. moveBuddha scored 100 movers based in Abington out of 106 reviewed across Massachusetts, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts.
Local movers in Abington charge by the hour. The MA average is $101/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Abington moving companies compare?
Abington's 100 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Abington, with a market average of 4.4/5, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Abington from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Abington address.
Proximity to Abington is a ranking factor, so a mover ranked higher on the list may have a lower score than one ranked below. A nearby company can outrank a higher-scored mover based further out. Each company's positive review rate and BBB rating are included so you can compare quality and reputation side by side.
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89% | A+ | ||
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4.76 |
96% | A+ | ||
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4.5 |
81% | A+ | ||
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4.56 |
97% | A+ | ||
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4.66 |
98% | A+ | ||
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4.62 |
94% | A+ | ||
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4.48 |
71% | A+ | ||
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4.5 |
84% | A+ |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Abington?
Gentle Giant Moving Company is Abington's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.64/5, followed by Marathon Moving Co. at 4.62/5.
Each review profile below covers pricing transparency, crew quality, and claims handling, the 3 factors most predictive of move-day outcome, alongside each company's BBB grade, years in business, and positive review rate.
moveBuddha scored 100 Abington movers drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts, with a market average score of 4.4/5. Rankings include movers based in Abington and those serving the area from nearby locations. Proximity is a ranking factor, so a mover's position in the list below does not always correspond directly to its score.
- Gentle Giant Moving Company: 4.64 out of 5 stars
- Marathon Moving Co.: 4.62 out of 5 stars
- Boston Best Rate Movers: 4.76 out of 5 stars
- Isaac's Moving & Storage: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Isaac's Moving and Storage Inc: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Bunker Hill Moving Company: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- StairHopper Movers: 4.66 out of 5 stars
- Esquire Moving & Storage: 4.62 out of 5 stars
- Kilroy Brothers Moving: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- Humboldt Storage & Moving: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Gentle Giant Moving Company has been in business for 43 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Gentle Giant Moving Company has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 50 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.2.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Gentle Giant Moving Company.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Gentle Giant Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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This is my fifth move with Gentle Giant, and both of my teams were unfailingly kind, efficient, patient, speedy, and lovely to work with.
Every person that I dealt with, from my first inquiry to the completion of my move, was professional, competent and courteous. Chuck and his crew did an awesome job carefully wrapping items... Highly recommend Gentle Giant.
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Marathon Moving Co. has been in business for 26 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Marathon Moving Co. has about 89% positive reviews across roughly 287 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.1.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Marathon Moving Co., and Marathon Moving Co. makes deposit expectations clear upfront. Discounts may be available for groups like students.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Marathon Moving Co. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"Marathon Moving was fantastic. The movers were efficient, helpful, and treated our belongings carefully. Everything arrived in great condition, and the office team communicated well. Would definitely recommend them!"
"Efficient, professional, and exceptionally careful with all our items! The process from estimate to move was stress-free, transparent, and the crew was kind. Would absolutely hire Marathon again."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Boston Best Rate Movers has been in business for 21 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Boston Best Rate Movers has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 248 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.7.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Boston Best Rate Movers.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Boston Best Rate Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The crew showed up right on time and worked efficiently with incredible care for my belongings. They wrapped all furniture, handled fragile items like pros, and made sure everything arrived safely. Friendly, respectful, and made my move smooth."
"Marbel and his crew were AMAZING! Fast and efficient. They handled delicate items carefully without incident. They even came in under their estimated amount! Exceptional service. Highly recommend."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Isaac's Moving & Storage has been in business for 37 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Isaac's Moving & Storage has an average Yelp rating of 3.4.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Isaac's Moving & Storage. Discounts may be available for groups like military.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Isaac's Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Isaac's Moving and Storage Inc has been in business for 38 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Isaac's Moving and Storage Inc has about 81% positive reviews across roughly 324 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.4.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Isaac's Moving and Storage Inc.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Isaac's Moving and Storage Inc emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Isaac’s packed my kitchen and not a single dish was scratched. They took apart my bed and reassembled it. Very communicative leading up to moving day—everything went off without a hitch."
"Of all the moves I’ve done, Isaac’s was easily the best—on time, professional, zero damage. Arrived early and worked efficiently. Crew was helpful and polite. I can’t recommend them enough."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Bunker Hill Moving Company has been in business for 16 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Bunker Hill Moving Company has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 263 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.8.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Bunker Hill Moving Company.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Bunker Hill Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"We called Bunker Hill Moving Company to move us from Watertown to Milton recently and they were amazing! ...They helped us pack stuff up and carefully wrapped many items with care. We highly recommended Bunker Hill Moving Company!"
"Wonderful movers! They made my parents' move so easy and low-stress. ...Got the truck loaded fast and efficiently, got the furniture into the new place in good time (including a very difficult platform bed that required a tricky reassembly) with good humor."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. StairHopper Movers has been in business for 23 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. StairHopper Movers has about 98% positive reviews across roughly 831 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.8.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from StairHopper Movers, and StairHopper Movers makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. StairHopper Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Stairhopper movers exceeded my expectations—efficient, professional, and so careful with our belongings. Everything arrived on time, nothing damaged. Highly recommend for a smooth, stress-free move!"
"Arrived precisely on time, packed and disassembled furniture quickly. Team was kind, communicative, and made sure everything was placed as we wanted at the new place. Would use again!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Esquire Moving & Storage has been in business for 12 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Esquire Moving & Storage has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 16 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Esquire Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Esquire Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Our move was seamless thanks to Esquire Moving, from the initial phone conversation to the final box being unloaded. Their group was incredibly productive in addition to being on time. Everything, even our delicate china and hefty furniture, was handled with extreme care.
Booking was incredibly easy - just a few clicks on their website, and I received a prompt confirmation call. The customer service team was friendly, responsive, and answered all my questions.
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Kilroy Brothers Moving has been in business for 53 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. Kilroy Brothers Moving has about 71% positive reviews across roughly 62 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.4.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Kilroy Brothers Moving.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Kilroy Brothers Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Kilroy killed it again!! Timmy, Ricky, and Steven were on time, professional, funny, and crushed our move that we were ill-prepared for! They worked quickly and efficiently. Would call them back!"
"Kilroy Brothers sent Steve, Tom, Junior and Scott. They were extremely professional, hard working, and handled our belongings with respect and care. Price was reasonable. Highly recommend this Company."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Humboldt Storage & Moving has been in business for 119 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Humboldt Storage & Moving has about 84% positive reviews across roughly 279 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.4.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Humboldt Storage & Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Humboldt Storage & Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"Incredibly attentive service in preparation and throughout the moving process. The movers were efficient, polite and gentle with my furniture. Although I never ever want to move again I would use Humboldt again, and definitely recommend them."
"The moving experience was outstanding! Packing to unpacking, the team was respectful, professional, and always kept me updated. I’d definitely select them again."
Which Abington movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Abington mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 100 Abington moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 89 of 100 Abington movers (89.0%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Gentle Giant Moving Company (4.64/5) is Abington's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 60 of 100 Abington movers (60.0%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Marathon Moving Co. (4.62/5) rates highest for antique care in Abington.
- Art packing: 62 of 100 Abington movers (62.0%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Marathon Moving Co. (4.62/5) rates highest for art packing in Abington.
- Climate-controlled storage: 41 of 100 Abington movers (41.0%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Boston Best Rate Movers (4.76/5) is Abington's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 28 of 100 Abington movers (28.0%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Marathon Moving Co. (4.62/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Abington.
How much does piano moving cost in Abington?
Piano moving is available from 89 of 100 Abington movers (89.0%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Gentle Giant Moving Company leads Abington piano movers with a 4.64/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Marathon Moving Co. at 4.62/5. A standalone piano move in Abington typically costs $1,048 to $4,585, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Abington | Details |
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| Abington movers offering this | 89 of 100 (89.0%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Abington piano movers | Gentle Giant Moving Company, Marathon Moving Co. |
| Upright piano | $1,048 to $1,965 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,572 to $3,275 |
| Grand piano | $2,358 to $4,585 |
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.
How much does antique handling cost in Abington?
Antique handling is available from 60 of 100 Abington movers (60.0%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Marathon Moving Co. (4.62/5) and Boston Best Rate Movers (4.76/5) rate highest for antique care in Abington. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,310 to $3,275 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Abington | Details |
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| Abington movers offering this | 60 of 100 (60.0%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Abington antique movers | Marathon Moving Co., Boston Best Rate Movers |
| Added cost to a household move | $1,310 to $3,275 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $66 to $655 |
| Custom crating per item | $197 to $262 |
Custom crating and acid-free padding protect pieces that standard released-value coverage at $0.60/lb cannot adequately cover. A 50-lb antique valued at $5,000 receives only $30 under default protection, making full-value coverage the standard choice for heirloom and high-value items.
How much does art packing cost in Abington?
Art packing is available from 62 of 100 Abington movers (62.0%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Marathon Moving Co. (4.62/5) and Boston Best Rate Movers (4.76/5) rate highest for art packing in Abington. Per-piece art handling in Abington runs $66 to $655, with custom crates adding $197 to $262 per item.
| Art packing in Abington | Details |
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| Abington movers offering this | 62 of 100 (62.0%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Abington art movers | Marathon Moving Co., Boston Best Rate Movers |
| Per-piece handling fee | $66 to $655 |
| Custom crating per item | $197 to $262 |
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.
How much does climate-controlled storage cost in Abington?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 41 of 100 Abington movers (41.0%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Boston Best Rate Movers (4.76/5) and Isaac's Moving & Storage (4.5/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Abington. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $337/month in Abington.
| Climate-controlled storage in Abington | Details |
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| Abington movers offering this | 41 of 100 (41.0%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Abington providers | Boston Best Rate Movers, Isaac's Moving & Storage |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $337 |
Climate-controlled units regulate both temperature and humidity, preventing warping, cracking, and mold in wood furniture, vinyl records, and electronics that temperature-only storage cannot protect. This matters most for storage gaps longer than 30 days or for moves that span seasonal humidity swings.
How much does fragile-only packing cost in Abington?
Fragile-only packing is available from 28 of 100 Abington movers (28.0%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Marathon Moving Co. (4.62/5) and Boston Best Rate Movers (4.76/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Abington. 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 Abington | Details |
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| Abington movers offering this | 28 of 100 (28.0%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Abington providers | Marathon Moving Co., Boston Best Rate Movers |
| Full professional packing rate | $0.15 to $0.21 per pound |
Fragile-only packing targets dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps without a full-service packing contract. Limiting professional packing to breakables keeps total packing cost down while covering the items most likely to break in transit.
What is the top-rated moving company in Abington?
Safe Responsible Movers (4.38/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Abington, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts. The Abington market averages 4.4/5 across 100 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Abington, MA
How much do movers cost in Abington, MA?
Local movers in Abington, MA charge by the hour. Based on moveBuddha's data from 11 Abington movers, hourly rates in this market range from $99/hour to $199/hour, with a median of $120/hour. Abington's top-rated mover is Safe Responsible Movers, earning a 4.38/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts.
Key cost factors for a Abington move, based on moveBuddha's review data:
- Access fees: stairs, elevators, long carries, and shuttle service each add $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly. Get these costs itemized in your estimate before signing.
- Deposit requirement: 30.0% of Abington movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 52.0% of Abington movers (52.0 companies) offer it. The default released-value protection covers only $0.60 per pound. Full valuation coverage costs extra and covers replacement value.
- Hours on-site: local moves bill by the clock. Home size, floor access, elevator waits, and how much packing work the crew handles are the primary time drivers.
- Long-distance pricing: moves leaving Abington across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 91.0% of Abington movers (91.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 99.0% of Abington movers (99.0 companies) offer full packing, and 88.0% supply packing materials. Professional packing adds $0.15-$0.21 per pound on average.
DIY options like a rental truck or moving container reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's analysis. Use the moving cost calculator to get a market-specific baseline before collecting quotes.
What do full-service movers in Abington include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Abington, MA includes loading, transport, and unloading. Basic furniture padding and simple disassembly/reassembly for bed frames and standard furniture pieces are included in the base rate. Packing, valuation upgrades, storage, crating, and specialty-item handling are add-ons billed separately. The table below shows what Abington movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Abington movers | Typical cost impact |
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| Full packing | 99.0% (99.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 88.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 96.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$337/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 52.0% (52.0 companies) | 1%-2% of declared shipment value (~$300-$600 on a $30,000 shipment); default released-value protection pays only $0.60/lb |
| Crating (fragile/high-value items) | 81.0% (81.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 58.0% (58.0 companies) | Hourly rate only; no truck or transport charge |
| Access fees (stairs, elevator, long carry, shuttle) | Situational | $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly; shuttle service adds $0.08-$0.12 per pound with minimums starting around $200 |
Every add-on above requires written confirmation before booking. A binding estimate locks the final price. A non-binding estimate can change based on actual weight or time. See the hidden and unexpected moving costs guide for a full breakdown of what to request in writing.
Do movers in Abington offer senior, military, or other discounts?
Abington movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Abington mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Abington movers are excluded. MA state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.
| Discount type | % of Abington movers | # of movers | Abington movers offering it | Data source |
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| Senior | 3.0% | 3.0 | -- | Abington |
| Military | 2.0% | 2.0 | Isaac's Moving & Storage | Abington |
| Student | 6.0% | 6.0 | Marathon Moving Co. | Abington |
Ask each mover whether the discount applies to your specific move date, what proof of eligibility is required, and whether it stacks with seasonal pricing or off-peak rates. Discounts are not automatically applied. Request them at the quote stage, before signing.
How we chose the best moving companies in Abington
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 106 Massachusetts moving companies using a five-factor weighted scoring system: customer satisfaction (40%), dispute resolution (20%), industry reputation (15%), online reputation (15%), and service options (10%).
That scoring system draws on moveBuddha's dataset of 1,000+ live price points and research across 4,500+ movers nationwide, so you're getting recommendations built on real market data, not just review aggregation
- Customer satisfaction (40%): The company consistently completes moves on time, communicates proactively, and delivers within the estimated cost. These factors matter most when hiring a mover.
- Dispute resolution (20%): Problems happen in every industry. We reward companies that take clear ownership of issues and make genuine, documented efforts to resolve them.
- Industry reputation (15%): The company holds standing in professional moving organizations and participates in industry oversight, which signals accountability beyond customer reviews alone.
- Online reputation (15%): The company maintains accurate, up-to-date information online and responds promptly and professionally to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Service options (10%): We favor companies that offer full packing, storage, specialty item handling, and expedited delivery. These services matter on a complex move.
Read our complete moving company rating methodology for the full scoring breakdown.
