Best Movers Near Amesbury, MA (2026 Reviews)

Preferred Movers is Amesbury's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.52/5 , followed by Bridges Bros. Movers at 4.5/5. moveBuddha scored 79 movers based in Amesbury out of 106 reviewed across Massachusetts, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts.

Local movers in Amesbury 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 Amesbury moving companies compare?

Amesbury's 79 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Amesbury, with a market average of 4.43/5, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Amesbury from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Amesbury address.

Proximity to Amesbury 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.

Company Our rating Positive reviews BBB Quote
Preferred Movers
21 years in business
star star star star star
4.52
90% A+
Bridges Bros. Movers
106 years in business
star star star star star
4.5
97% A+
Trend Moving & Storage
8 years in business
star star star star star
4.64
97% A+
College Bound Movers
34 years in business
star star star star star
4.7
80% A+
Gentle Giant Moving Company
43 years in business
star star star star star
4.56
98% A+
R.C. Mason Movers, Inc.
93 years in business
star star star star star
4.52
97% A+
Boston Best Rate Movers
21 years in business
star star star star star
4.76
96% A+
star star star star star
4.56
93% A+
First-Rate Moving & Storage
11 years in business
star star star star star
4.42
94% N/A
star star star star star
4.56
99% A+

What are the top-rated moving companies in Amesbury?

Preferred Movers is Amesbury's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.52/5, followed by Bridges Bros. Movers at 4.5/5.

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 79 Amesbury movers drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts, with a market average score of 4.43/5. Rankings include movers based in Amesbury 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.

  1. Preferred Movers: 4.52 out of 5 stars
  2. Bridges Bros. Movers: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  3. Trend Moving & Storage: 4.64 out of 5 stars
  4. College Bound Movers: 4.7 out of 5 stars
  5. Gentle Giant Moving Company: 4.56 out of 5 stars
  6. R.C. Mason Movers, Inc.: 4.52 out of 5 stars
  7. Boston Best Rate Movers: 4.76 out of 5 stars
  8. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving: 4.56 out of 5 stars
  9. First-Rate Moving & Storage: 4.42 out of 5 stars
  10. William C. Huff Moving & Storage: 4.56 out of 5 stars
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Shipment tracking
  • Full valuation coverage
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Preferred Movers has been in business for 21 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.

Review quality 3.8

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Preferred Movers has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 272 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.8.

Quote accuracy 4.1

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Preferred Movers.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Preferred Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.

Recent reviews

"Movers were professional and great to work with. Highly recommend Preferred Movers. They took apart my bedroom set and put it back together and carefully handled all furniture. Thank you!"

"I had never hired movers before and was nervous, but Preferred Movers finished in time, were careful with my stuff, and very professional. Not a single item damaged. Will hire again!"

DOT number
1381627
Address
35 Cedar Rd, North Hampton, NH, 03862
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Cash • Credit Card • Money Order
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97%
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Junk removal
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Bridges Bros. Movers has been in business for 106 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. Bridges Bros. Movers has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 238 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.8.

Quote accuracy 3.8

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Bridges Bros. Movers, and Bridges Bros. Movers makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Bridges Bros. Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"The crew we worked with were very professional, amenable and extremely pleasant. They made sure our belongings were secure and wrapped for protection...our move was almost enjoyable."

"Eric, Jimmy, Seth, and Colby were all amazing! Eric clearly knows his stuff...They were super convivial while also being super efficient. ...I can't recommend these movers enough...I'd hire Bridges Bros again in a second!"

DOT number
3152985
Address
29 Garfield St, Exeter, NH, 03833
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3152985
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97%
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4.7
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Trend Moving & Storage has been in business for 8 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. Trend Moving & Storage has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 297 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 Trend Moving & Storage.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Trend Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"The most courteous and professional group of movers. They were fast, efficient and cared about every single item they picked up and loaded onto their trucks! ...We had the best moving experience and appreciate your hard work!"

"From start to finish the most professional, friendly, responsive crew we could have chosen. Their quote to move us was spot on, the moving crew took great care with our items and communication was top notch. Highly recommended!"

DOT number
3092893
Address
14 Liberty Dr, Londonderry, NH, 03053
Payment methods
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Positive reviews
80%
Years active
34
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2.6
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Estate moves
  • Piano moves
  • Safe moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Junk removal
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. College Bound Movers has been in business for 34 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. College Bound Movers has about 80% positive reviews across roughly 284 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.6.

Quote accuracy 4.2

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from College Bound Movers, and College Bound Movers makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. College Bound Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Fantastic moving experience! EZ, Jahlen, and Frank were professional, efficient, and handled everything with great care. They worked quickly while ensuring all of our belongings arrived safely. Highly recommend this team for anyone in need of reliable movers!"

"Prompt and quick with no damage to property. The three young men who moved us where very friendly and took great care of our items. They broke down our bed frames and reassembled them without issue. They stayed within the quoted budget as well."

DOT number
650086
Address
14 Continental Blvd, Merrimack, NH, 03054
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card • Money Order
State license
650086
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Positive reviews
98%
Years active
43
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4.2
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Piano moves
  • Crane/hoisting vans
  • Storage available
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry 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 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Gentle Giant Moving Company has about 98% positive reviews across roughly 80 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.

Recent reviews

"The crew that handled our move were amazing. Luke, Orion, and Charles arrived on time, were super thorough, and professional and polite. They completed the move under budget."

"The crew is consistently prompt, courteous and highly efficient. I won't use anyone else."

DOT number
373544
Address
117 Elliott St STE 4, Beverly, MA, 01915
Payment methods
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State license
25908
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97%
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Shipment tracking
  • Full valuation coverage
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. R.C. Mason Movers, Inc. has been in business for 93 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. R.C. Mason Movers, Inc. has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 241 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.1.

Quote accuracy 4.0

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from R.C. Mason Movers, Inc., and R.C. Mason Movers, Inc. makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 4.4

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. R.C. Mason Movers, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.

Recent reviews

"They treated each piece of furniture with care, were thoughtful and thorough about how they set it up in the new home and were just so nice. You could tell they care about what they are doing."

"R.C. Mason Movers deserves 10 stars! In less than 4 days, they carefully and efficiently moved all our gym equipment into the 27,000 sq ft facility. Each team member was extremely professional, kind, and helpful."

DOT number
15127
Address
229 Newbury St, Peabody, MA, 01960
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15127
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96%
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21
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Grandfather clock moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Debris removal
  • Junk removal
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

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.

Recent reviews

"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."

DOT number
1718049
Address
252R Calvary St, Waltham, MA, 02453
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State license
31391
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93%
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Estate moves
  • Debris removal
  • Junk removal
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has been in business for 15 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.

Review quality 3.8

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 243 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.5.

Quote accuracy 4.1

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"College Hunks made the process so easy and stress free. Movers arrived early, were fast, careful, and polite. You couldn’t ask for anything more! Highly recommend if you need movers!"

"Steve and Pete were fantastic! They were incredibly communicative, providing clear arrival times and transparent pricing. Moved our junk quickly and efficiently, all while being super personable and friendly. Highly recommend their services!"

DOT number
2378173
Address
663 Lawrence Street Unit 201, Lowell, MA, 01852
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Debris removal
  • Junk removal
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. First-Rate Moving & Storage has been in business for 11 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. First-Rate Moving & Storage has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 252 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.

Quote accuracy 4.0

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from First-Rate Moving & Storage.

Customer service 4.4

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. First-Rate Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Super fast, so careful and genuinely nice people, I'd call Jay back in a heartbeat. Fairly priced and great to have."

"They wrapped everything including my TV which made packing a LOT easier! Movers arrived on-time, thorough and careful. Pricing was extremely reasonable."

DOT number
3141590
Address
10 Harris Rd, Unit A, Windham, NH, 03087
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Grandfather clock moving
  • Piano moves
  • Crane/hoisting vans
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. William C. Huff Moving & Storage has been in business for 118 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. William C. Huff Moving & Storage has about 99% positive reviews across roughly 149 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.9.

Quote accuracy 4.1

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from William C. Huff Moving & Storage.

Customer service 4.4

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. William C. Huff Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Moving is usually stressful, but everyone at William C Huff made this process so smooth. The guys had a wonderful system to be efficient while being very delicate with the furniture and the items they were moving."

"Just had this company move us. I couldn't be more pleased in the process and care these great people gave our belongings. The guys worked hard to ensure our move was a success. Highly recommend."

DOT number
361089
Address
26 Colonial Way, Barrington, NH, 03825
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361089

Which Amesbury movers offer specialty services?

Specialty moving services are not standard across every Amesbury mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 79 Amesbury moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:

  • Piano moving: 69 of 79 Amesbury movers (87.34%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Preferred Movers (4.52/5) is Amesbury's top-rated piano mover.
  • Antique handling: 42 of 79 Amesbury movers (53.16%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Bridges Bros. Movers (4.5/5) rates highest for antique care in Amesbury.
  • Art packing: 44 of 79 Amesbury movers (55.7%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Bridges Bros. Movers (4.5/5) rates highest for art packing in Amesbury.
  • Climate-controlled storage: 31 of 79 Amesbury movers (39.24%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Preferred Movers (4.52/5) is Amesbury's top-rated provider.
  • Fragile-only packing: 25 of 79 Amesbury movers (31.65%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Preferred Movers (4.52/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Amesbury.

How much does piano moving cost in Amesbury?

Piano moving is available from 69 of 79 Amesbury movers (87.34%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Preferred Movers leads Amesbury piano movers with a 4.52/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Bridges Bros. Movers at 4.5/5. A standalone piano move in Amesbury typically costs $800 to $3,500, depending on instrument type.

Piano moving in Amesbury Details
Amesbury movers offering this 69 of 79 (87.34%)
National average 72.52%
Top-rated Amesbury piano movers Preferred Movers, Bridges Bros. Movers
Upright piano $800 to $1,500
Baby grand piano $1,200 to $2,500
Grand piano $1,800 to $3,500

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 Amesbury?

Antique handling is available from 42 of 79 Amesbury movers (53.16%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Bridges Bros. Movers (4.5/5) and Trend Moving & Storage (4.64/5) rate highest for antique care in Amesbury. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,000 to $2,500 to the total cost.

Antique handling in Amesbury Details
Amesbury movers offering this 42 of 79 (53.16%)
National average 46.24%
Top-rated Amesbury antique movers Bridges Bros. Movers, Trend Moving & Storage
Added cost to a household move $1,000 to $2,500
Per-piece handling fee $50 to $500
Custom crating per item $150 to $200

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 Amesbury?

Art packing is available from 44 of 79 Amesbury movers (55.7%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Bridges Bros. Movers (4.5/5) and Trend Moving & Storage (4.64/5) rate highest for art packing in Amesbury. Per-piece art handling in Amesbury runs $50 to $500, with custom crates adding $150 to $200 per item.

Art packing in Amesbury Details
Amesbury movers offering this 44 of 79 (55.7%)
National average 45.76%
Top-rated Amesbury art movers Bridges Bros. Movers, Trend Moving & Storage
Per-piece handling fee $50 to $500
Custom crating per item $150 to $200

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 Amesbury?

Climate-controlled storage is available from 31 of 79 Amesbury movers (39.24%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Preferred Movers (4.52/5) and Trend Moving & Storage (4.64/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Amesbury. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $257/month in Amesbury.

Climate-controlled storage in Amesbury Details
Amesbury movers offering this 31 of 79 (39.24%)
National average 33.2%
Top-rated Amesbury providers Preferred Movers, Trend Moving & Storage
Storage-in-transit rate About $0.50 per cubic foot per month
1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) $257

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 Amesbury?

Fragile-only packing is available from 25 of 79 Amesbury movers (31.65%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Preferred Movers (4.52/5) and Trend Moving & Storage (4.64/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Amesbury. 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 Amesbury Details
Amesbury movers offering this 25 of 79 (31.65%)
National average 23.83%
Top-rated Amesbury providers Preferred Movers, Trend Moving & Storage
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 Amesbury?

Safe Responsible Movers (4.38/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Amesbury, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts. The Amesbury market averages 4.43/5 across 79 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.

Frequently asked questions: moving in Amesbury, MA

How much do movers cost in Amesbury, MA?

Local movers in Amesbury, MA charge by the hour. Based on moveBuddha's data from 11 Amesbury movers, hourly rates in this market range from $99/hour to $199/hour, with a median of $127/hour. Amesbury'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 Amesbury 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 Amesbury movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
  • Full valuation coverage: 44.0% of Amesbury movers (35.0 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 Amesbury across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 90.0% of Amesbury movers (71.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
  • Packing services: 99.0% of Amesbury movers (78.0 companies) offer full packing, and 78.0% 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 Amesbury include, and what costs extra?

A standard full-service move in Amesbury, 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 Amesbury movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.

Add-on service % of Amesbury movers Typical cost impact
Full packing 99.0% (78.0 companies) +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average
Packing materials 78.0% 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 ~$257/month
Full valuation coverage 44.0% (35.0 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) 77.0% (61.0 companies) $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances)
Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) 57.0% (45.0 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 Amesbury offer senior, military, or other discounts?

Amesbury 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 Amesbury mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Amesbury movers are excluded. MA state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.

Discount type % of Amesbury movers # of movers Amesbury movers offering it Data source
Senior 4.0% 3.0 -- Amesbury
Student 6.0% 5.0 -- Amesbury

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 Amesbury

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.