Best Movers Near Everett, MA (2026 Reviews)
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Boston Best Rate Movers is Everett's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.76/5 , followed by Gentle Giant Moving Company at 4.66/5. moveBuddha scored 98 movers based in Everett out of 106 reviewed across Massachusetts, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts.
Local movers in Everett 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 Everett moving companies compare?
Everett's 98 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Everett, with a market average of 4.42/5, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Everett from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Everett address.
Proximity to Everett 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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87% | A+ | ||
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98% | A+ | ||
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91% | A | ||
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4.58 |
95% | A+ | ||
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4.66 |
N/A | A+ | ||
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4.56 |
87% | A+ | ||
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4.58 |
55% | A+ | ||
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4.52 |
100% | A+ | ||
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4.52 |
91% | A+ |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Everett?
Boston Best Rate Movers is Everett's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.76/5, followed by Gentle Giant Moving Company at 4.66/5.
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 98 Everett movers drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts, with a market average score of 4.42/5. Rankings include movers based in Everett 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.
- Boston Best Rate Movers: 4.76 out of 5 stars
- Gentle Giant Moving Company: 4.66 out of 5 stars
- StairHopper Movers: 4.66 out of 5 stars
- Michael's Moving & Storage: 4.64 out of 5 stars
- Stark Moving and Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
- Flash Moving: 4.66 out of 5 stars
- Premium Q Moving: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- Poseidon Moving: 4.58 out of 5 stars
- TLC Moving: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- A-Plus Moving & Storage: 4.52 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry 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.
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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. 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 87% positive reviews across roughly 497 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.1.
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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"Gentle Giant handled our cross-country move admirably. They were professional, communicative, friendly, punctual, and under-budget. I cannot recommend them highly enough!"
"They have a reputation for being the best in the area for a reason. The folks we worked with were kind, clear, set expectations well, followed up several times to verify details, and were very efficient all while being very careful with our stuff."
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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. Michael's Moving & Storage has been in business for 31 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. Michael's Moving & Storage has about 91% positive reviews across roughly 392 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.3.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Michael's Moving & Storage, and Michael's Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront. Discounts may be available for groups like students.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Michael's Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The team was so efficient, professional, and careful with our belongings. Everything arrived with no scratches and under budget. The booking and quote process was seamless. Highly recommended!"
"Felix, Jose, Christian, and Alex were amazing!! They were so efficient and careful and FAST! They made our move so easy and took the stress out of the whole experience!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Stark Moving and Storage has been in business for 6 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. Stark Moving and Storage has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 240 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.0.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Stark Moving and Storage.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Stark Moving and Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Stark made the moving process painless right from the initial phone call. Quoting was transparent and their services are competitively priced for the market. Their customer portal made it convenient to schedule our move date."
"Used Stark for a move from NY to MA. Alex and Nodir were kind, quick, and easy to work with! They were very careful with moving our items and making sure that nothing was damaged in transit."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Flash Moving has been in business for 6 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 5.0
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Flash Moving has an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Flash Moving, and Flash Moving makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Flash Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Premium Q Moving 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 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Premium Q Moving has about 87% positive reviews across roughly 82 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 Premium Q Moving.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Premium Q Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Very efficient and professional, from booking to delivery. The movers showed great care. Highly recommended, and I will definitely hire them again."
"The best moving experience ever! Florin, Amilcar, and Fabian were extremely professional, polite, and strong—they made great time and ensured everything was secure and safe! 1000% recommend them!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Poseidon Moving has been in business for 12 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. Poseidon Moving has about 55% positive reviews across roughly 49 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.1.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Poseidon Moving, and Poseidon Moving makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Poseidon Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Jay Sean and his crew were absolutely amazing for our move. They were so friendly, kept us entertained throughout the move, and worked very hard (we had a LOT of stuff) to make our move as seamless as possible. Would 100% move with them again"
"Used Poseidon to move long distance from Oklahoma to NYC. Mohamed and Ibrahima were my movers and were great! They moved very quickly and were incredibly professional. They didn't complain about parking on my street or the fact that they had to move my stuff up two flights and narrow hallways. Also the most reasonably priced i found."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TLC Moving has been in business for 18 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. TLC Moving has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 67 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from TLC Moving.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. TLC Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Florin and his team are the best in business. They are always on time, punctual and SO efficient. I am so grateful for their care for my belongings. I can’t recommend them enough!"
"With so many moving companies to consider, we are happy we chose TLC. Most affordable quote, crew arrived on time, worked quickly and efficiently, and handled everything with care. Extremely satisfied!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. A-Plus Moving & Storage has been in business for 19 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. A-Plus Moving & Storage has about 91% positive reviews across roughly 519 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.4.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from A-Plus Moving & Storage.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. A-Plus Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The 3 man team worked super quickly and efficiently! They handled all our furniture with care. We were super happy with the job well done and would certainly use them again if we move in the future!"
"A-Plus Moving & Storage took what was shaping up to be a long and complicated move... and got the whole job done in a little over 2. Nothing was broken, not even scratched. Would fully recommend anyone to use these guys."
Which Everett movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Everett mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 98 Everett moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 87 of 98 Everett movers (88.78%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Boston Best Rate Movers (4.76/5) is Everett's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 57 of 98 Everett movers (58.16%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Boston Best Rate Movers (4.76/5) rates highest for antique care in Everett.
- Art packing: 60 of 98 Everett movers (61.22%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Boston Best Rate Movers (4.76/5) rates highest for art packing in Everett.
- Climate-controlled storage: 42 of 98 Everett movers (42.86%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Boston Best Rate Movers (4.76/5) is Everett's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 27 of 98 Everett movers (27.55%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Boston Best Rate Movers (4.76/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Everett.
How much does piano moving cost in Everett?
Piano moving is available from 87 of 98 Everett movers (88.78%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Boston Best Rate Movers leads Everett piano movers with a 4.76/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Gentle Giant Moving Company at 4.66/5. A standalone piano move in Everett typically costs $1,160 to $5,075, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Everett | Details |
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| Everett movers offering this | 87 of 98 (88.78%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Everett piano movers | Boston Best Rate Movers, Gentle Giant Moving Company |
| Upright piano | $1,160 to $2,175 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,740 to $3,625 |
| Grand piano | $2,610 to $5,075 |
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 Everett?
Antique handling is available from 57 of 98 Everett movers (58.16%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Boston Best Rate Movers (4.76/5) and Michael's Moving & Storage (4.64/5) rate highest for antique care in Everett. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,450 to $3,625 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Everett | Details |
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| Everett movers offering this | 57 of 98 (58.16%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Everett antique movers | Boston Best Rate Movers, Michael's Moving & Storage |
| Added cost to a household move | $1,450 to $3,625 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $73 to $725 |
| Custom crating per item | $218 to $290 |
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 Everett?
Art packing is available from 60 of 98 Everett movers (61.22%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Boston Best Rate Movers (4.76/5) and StairHopper Movers (4.66/5) rate highest for art packing in Everett. Per-piece art handling in Everett runs $73 to $725, with custom crates adding $218 to $290 per item.
| Art packing in Everett | Details |
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| Everett movers offering this | 60 of 98 (61.22%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Everett art movers | Boston Best Rate Movers, StairHopper Movers |
| Per-piece handling fee | $73 to $725 |
| Custom crating per item | $218 to $290 |
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 Everett?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 42 of 98 Everett movers (42.86%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Boston Best Rate Movers (4.76/5) and StairHopper Movers (4.66/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Everett. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $373/month in Everett.
| Climate-controlled storage in Everett | Details |
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| Everett movers offering this | 42 of 98 (42.86%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Everett providers | Boston Best Rate Movers, StairHopper Movers |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $373 |
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 Everett?
Fragile-only packing is available from 27 of 98 Everett movers (27.55%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Boston Best Rate Movers (4.76/5) and StairHopper Movers (4.66/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Everett. 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 Everett | Details |
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| Everett movers offering this | 27 of 98 (27.55%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Everett providers | Boston Best Rate Movers, StairHopper 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 Everett?
Safe Responsible Movers (4.38/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Everett, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts. The Everett market averages 4.42/5 across 98 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Everett, MA
How much do movers cost in Everett, MA?
Local movers in Everett, MA charge by the hour. Based on moveBuddha's data from 12 Everett movers, hourly rates in this market range from $99/hour to $199/hour, with a median of $124/hour. Everett'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 Everett 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: 29.0% of Everett movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 51.0% of Everett movers (50.0 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 Everett across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 91.0% of Everett movers (89.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Everett movers (98.0 companies) offer full packing, and 85.0% 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 Everett include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Everett, 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 Everett movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Everett movers | Typical cost impact |
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| Full packing | 100.0% (98.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 85.0% | 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 ~$373/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 51.0% (50.0 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) | 80.0% (78.0 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% (56.0 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 Everett offer senior, military, or other discounts?
Everett 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 Everett mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Everett movers are excluded. MA state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.
| Discount type | % of Everett movers | # of movers | Everett movers offering it | Data source |
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| Senior | 3.0% | 3.0 | -- | Everett |
| Military | 2.0% | 2.0 | -- | Everett |
| Student | 6.0% | 6.0 | Michael's Moving & Storage | Everett |
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 Everett
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.
