Best Movers Near Burlington, VT (2026 Reviews)
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Local Muscle Movers is Burlington's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.38/5 , followed by Booska Movers at 4.38/5. moveBuddha scored 5 movers based in Burlington out of 5 reviewed across Vermont, drawing on 5 verified customer reviews across Vermont.
Local movers in Burlington charge by the hour. The average crew rate in this market is $200/hour. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Burlington moving companies compare?
Burlington's 5 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Burlington, with a market average of 4.3/5, drawing on 5 verified customer reviews across Vermont. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Burlington from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Burlington address.
Proximity to Burlington 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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97% | A+ | ||
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72% | A+ | ||
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4.3 |
59% | A+ | ||
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4.28 |
85% | A+ | ||
4.14 |
99% | A+ |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Burlington?
Local Muscle Movers is Burlington's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.38/5, followed by Booska Movers at 4.38/5.
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 5 Burlington movers drawing on 5 verified customer reviews across Vermont, with a market average score of 4.3/5. Rankings include movers based in Burlington 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.
- Local Muscle Movers: 4.38 out of 5 stars
- Booska Movers: 4.38 out of 5 stars
- Vermont Moving & Storage: 4.3 out of 5 stars
- Mclure Moving & Storage: 4.28 out of 5 stars
- Lowell's Moving & Storage: 4.14 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Local Muscle Movers has been in business for 16 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. Local Muscle Movers has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 267 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Local Muscle Movers.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Local Muscle Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The team was really great...they arrived promptly, took time to assess what large items we had and then got started...and worked tirelessly until truck was loaded top to bottom...any two hours less that estimate!"
"We moved with Local Muscle Movers this week, and they were fantastic! Communication went smoothly throughout the whole process - start to finish. The price was very reasonable, and our movers were awesome. Professional, pleasant, courteous, careful, timely and quick (without being reckless)."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Booska Movers has been in business for 80 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. Booska Movers has about 72% positive reviews across roughly 168 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.4.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Booska Movers.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Booska Movers emphasizes clear communication.
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"Booska helped me out when I needed my 3rd floor walk up apartment moved out and put into storage on short notice! They were professional from start to finish, their website is super helpful to guide you, and they are accommodating to any need. The movers were efficient, organized, and arrived during a snow storm with a positive attitude. Can most definitely recommend for your next move."
"We hired Booska to move some of our belongings from VT to VA. Had a delay between pick- up and delivery due to conflicting closing dates.. They were very accommodating...stored our furniture then delivered on specific date. Everything arrived in excellent condition...the delivery crew was great! Very friendly and professional. Handled our things with care...nothing broken or damaged!! Kudos to that crew!! Highly recommend Booska...would definitely use them again"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Vermont Moving & Storage has been in business for 20 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. Vermont Moving & Storage has about 59% positive reviews across roughly 46 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.2.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Vermont Moving & Storage.
Customer service 3.5
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Vermont Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Caleb and his crew were amazing! They packed a whole house quickly and were careful with my mom’s belongings. Very polite and respectful. Highly recommend Vermont Moving and Storage."
"Jennifer was responsive throughout our long-distance move. The moving team was polite, competent, and fast, even handling unplanned packing on moving day. Excellent customer service."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Mclure Moving & Storage has been in business for 111 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 3.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Mclure Moving & Storage has about 85% positive reviews across roughly 39 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.7.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Mclure Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Mclure Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication.
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We were given McClure as our final movers...hands down the most professional, courteous and time efficient movers we've ever had. So careful and respectful with our items. Would choose them again.
The team at McClure did an exceptional job packing our items for an overseas move—everything arrived in perfect order, including fragile items and electronics. Would highly recommend!
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Lowell's Moving & Storage has been in business for 28 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 3.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Lowell's Moving & Storage has about 99% positive reviews across roughly 81 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Lowell's Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Lowell's Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Best moving service. They worked all day, nothing was damaged. On time, polite, great communication, and came in on the quoted price. We would absolutely use them again."
"They packed everything very carefully, disassembled and reassembled furniture, and moved us several states away. Friendly and courteous, even in a heat wave! Highly recommend Lowell’s."
Which Burlington movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Burlington mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 5 Burlington moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 5 of 5 Burlington movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Local Muscle Movers (4.38/5) is Burlington's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 2 of 5 Burlington movers (40.0%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Vermont Moving & Storage (4.3/5) rates highest for antique care in Burlington.
- Art packing: 2 of 5 Burlington movers (40.0%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Vermont Moving & Storage (4.3/5) rates highest for art packing in Burlington.
- Climate-controlled storage: 3 of 5 Burlington movers (60.0%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Vermont Moving & Storage (4.3/5) is Burlington's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 2 of 5 Burlington movers (40.0%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Vermont Moving & Storage (4.3/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Burlington.
How much does piano moving cost in Burlington?
Piano moving is available from 5 of 5 Burlington movers (100.0%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Local Muscle Movers leads Burlington piano movers with a 4.38/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Booska Movers at 4.38/5. A standalone piano move in Burlington typically costs $896 to $3,920, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Burlington | Details |
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| Burlington movers offering this | 5 of 5 (100.0%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Burlington piano movers | Local Muscle Movers, Booska Movers |
| Upright piano | $896 to $1,680 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,344 to $2,800 |
| Grand piano | $2,016 to $3,920 |
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 Burlington?
Antique handling is available from 2 of 5 Burlington movers (40.0%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Vermont Moving & Storage (4.3/5) and Lowell's Moving & Storage (4.14/5) rate highest for antique care in Burlington. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,120 to $2,800 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Burlington | Details |
|---|---|
| Burlington movers offering this | 2 of 5 (40.0%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Burlington antique movers | Vermont Moving & Storage, Lowell's Moving & Storage |
| Added cost to a household move | $1,120 to $2,800 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $56 to $560 |
| Custom crating per item | $168 to $224 |
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 Burlington?
Art packing is available from 2 of 5 Burlington movers (40.0%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Vermont Moving & Storage (4.3/5) and Lowell's Moving & Storage (4.14/5) rate highest for art packing in Burlington. Per-piece art handling in Burlington runs $56 to $560, with custom crates adding $168 to $224 per item.
| Art packing in Burlington | Details |
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| Burlington movers offering this | 2 of 5 (40.0%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Burlington art movers | Vermont Moving & Storage, Lowell's Moving & Storage |
| Per-piece handling fee | $56 to $560 |
| Custom crating per item | $168 to $224 |
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 Burlington?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 3 of 5 Burlington movers (60.0%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Vermont Moving & Storage (4.3/5) and Mclure Moving & Storage (4.28/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Burlington. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $288/month in Burlington.
| Climate-controlled storage in Burlington | Details |
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| Burlington movers offering this | 3 of 5 (60.0%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Burlington providers | Vermont Moving & Storage, Mclure Moving & Storage |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $288 |
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 Burlington?
Fragile-only packing is available from 2 of 5 Burlington movers (40.0%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Vermont Moving & Storage (4.3/5) and Lowell's Moving & Storage (4.14/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Burlington. 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 Burlington | Details |
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| Burlington movers offering this | 2 of 5 (40.0%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Burlington providers | Vermont Moving & Storage, Lowell's 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 Burlington?
Local Muscle Movers (4.38/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Burlington, drawing on 5 verified customer reviews across Vermont. The Burlington market averages 4.3/5 across 5 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Burlington, VT
How much do movers cost in Burlington, VT?
Local movers in Burlington, VT charge by the hour. The market rate for a moving crew in Burlington is $200/hour. Burlington's top-rated mover is Local Muscle Movers, earning a 4.38/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 5 verified customer reviews across Vermont.
Key cost factors for a Burlington 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: many Burlington movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 80.0% of Burlington movers (4.0 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 Burlington across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 80.0% of Burlington movers (4.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 60.0% of Burlington movers (3.0 companies) offer full packing. 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 Burlington include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Burlington, VT 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 Burlington movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Burlington movers | Typical cost impact |
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| Full packing | 60.0% (3.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Storage | 80.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$288/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 80.0% (4.0 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) | 40.0% (2.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 20.0% (1.0 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 Burlington offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Burlington movers in its database. That does not mean discounts are unavailable. Ask each mover directly at the quote stage, since some companies offer unpublished rates for eligible groups. Confirm any discount in writing before signing.
How we chose the best moving companies in Burlington
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 5 Vermont 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.
