Best Movers Near Hanover, NH (2026 Reviews)
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Daniels Moving & Storage LLC is Hanover's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.36/5 , followed by College Bound Movers at 4.7/5. moveBuddha scored 1 movers based in Hanover out of 22 reviewed across New Hampshire, drawing on 21 verified customer reviews across New Hampshire.
Local movers in Hanover charge by the hour. The NH average is $178/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Hanover moving companies compare?
Hanover's 1 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Hanover, with a market average of 4.36/5, drawing on 21 verified customer reviews across New Hampshire. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Hanover from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Hanover address.
Proximity to Hanover 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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4.64 |
97% | A+ | ||
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4.52 |
80% | A+ | ||
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4.56 |
99% | A+ | ||
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4.28 |
56% | A+ | ||
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4.38 |
72% | A+ | ||
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4.34 |
86% | A | ||
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4.38 |
97% | A+ | ||
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4.3 |
79% | A+ |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Hanover?
Daniels Moving & Storage LLC is Hanover's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.36/5, followed by College Bound Movers at 4.7/5.
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 1 Hanover movers drawing on 21 verified customer reviews across New Hampshire, with a market average score of 4.36/5. Rankings include movers based in Hanover 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.
- Daniels Moving & Storage LLC: 4.36 out of 5 stars
- College Bound Movers: 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Trend Moving & Storage: 4.64 out of 5 stars
- Ray the Mover: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- William C. Huff Moving & Storage: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- Starving Artists Movers: 4.28 out of 5 stars
- Booska Movers: 4.38 out of 5 stars
- Liberty Bell Moving & Storage, Inc: 4.34 out of 5 stars
- Local Muscle Movers: 4.38 out of 5 stars
- All Pro Moving & Storage: 4.3 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Daniels Moving & Storage LLC has been in business for 88 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Daniels Moving & Storage LLC has about 65% positive reviews across roughly 20 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 Daniels Moving & Storage LLC.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Daniels Moving & Storage LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"They were careful and meticulous documenting our inventory. The driver stayed in touch, and the move was done quickly despite the January snow. Highly recommend."
"Everyone I interacted with was friendly and professional. They communicated with me through the process, showed up on time, packed and moved my belongings, and got me set up again."
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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.
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"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."
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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.
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"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!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Ray the Mover has been in business for 87 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Ray the Mover has about 80% positive reviews across roughly 257 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.8.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Ray the Mover.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Ray the Mover emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The team was professional, efficient, and careful with all our items. They communicated well and there were no hidden fees. I highly recommend Ray the Mover!"
"They made our interstate move stress-free. Pickup and delivery were right on time, and everyone was professional and friendly. No surprises on cost."
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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.
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"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."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Starving Artists Movers has been in business for 39 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. Starving Artists Movers has about 56% positive reviews across roughly 25 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.8.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Starving Artists Movers. Discounts may be available for groups like seniors.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Starving Artists Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Show up on time, very friendly, never in two moves was anything broken or scratched. This last move, everything unloaded and I locked my storage unit. The next day I returned to get something and didn't realize it was completely organized."
"Transparency, professionalism, courtesy, caring, quality service and pricing. I can’t say enough about the team...They took the stress away and because we were organized and ready to go, we even cut down anticipated time needed to reduce our cost versus a flat fee."
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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. Liberty Bell Moving & Storage, Inc has been in business for 17 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. Liberty Bell Moving & Storage, Inc has about 86% positive reviews across roughly 21 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Liberty Bell Moving & Storage, Inc.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Liberty Bell Moving & Storage, Inc emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Liberty Bell is a professional operation in every phase. Crew was courteous and careful, moving truck packed and unpacked with precision. Highly recommend this company.
Our move was on a tight schedule; Liberty Bell accommodated us, stored our belongings, and delivered everything on the precise date we requested. The staff were helpful, professional, and nice.
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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. All Pro Moving & Storage has been in business for 25 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like intrastate moving and office moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. All Pro Moving & Storage has about 79% positive reviews across roughly 153 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.7.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from All Pro Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. All Pro Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Have used All Pro Moving twice now, once for my business move and then today for my apartment move. They do not compare to the speed, efficiency and overall great moods and experience I have had both times with All Pro!"
"Ariel and Danny were such a professional and efficient team. They worked so well together, were respectful, of the furniture and the homeowner, patient when decisions were being made, and so kind and friendly."
Which Hanover movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Hanover mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 1 Hanover moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 1 of 1 Hanover movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Daniels Moving & Storage LLC (4.36/5) is Hanover's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 1 of 1 Hanover movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Daniels Moving & Storage LLC (4.36/5) rates highest for antique care in Hanover.
- Art packing: 1 of 1 Hanover movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Daniels Moving & Storage LLC (4.36/5) rates highest for art packing in Hanover.
How much does piano moving cost in Hanover?
Piano moving is available from 1 of 1 Hanover movers (100.0%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Daniels Moving & Storage LLC leads Hanover piano movers with a 4.36/5 moveBuddha score, followed by College Bound Movers at 4.7/5. A standalone piano move in Hanover typically costs $800 to $3,500, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Hanover | Details |
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| Hanover movers offering this | 1 of 1 (100.0%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Hanover piano movers | Daniels Moving & Storage LLC, College Bound 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 Hanover?
Antique handling is available from 1 of 1 Hanover movers (100.0%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Daniels Moving & Storage LLC (4.36/5) and College Bound Movers (4.7/5) rate highest for antique care in Hanover. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,000 to $2,500 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Hanover | Details |
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| Hanover movers offering this | 1 of 1 (100.0%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Hanover antique movers | Daniels Moving & Storage LLC, College Bound Movers |
| 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 Hanover?
Art packing is available from 1 of 1 Hanover movers (100.0%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Daniels Moving & Storage LLC (4.36/5) and College Bound Movers (4.7/5) rate highest for art packing in Hanover. Per-piece art handling in Hanover runs $50 to $500, with custom crates adding $150 to $200 per item.
| Art packing in Hanover | Details |
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| Hanover movers offering this | 1 of 1 (100.0%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Hanover art movers | Daniels Moving & Storage LLC, College Bound Movers |
| 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.
What is the top-rated moving company in Hanover?
Daniels Moving & Storage LLC (4.36/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Hanover, drawing on 21 verified customer reviews across New Hampshire. The Hanover market averages 4.36/5 across 1 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Hanover, NH
How much do movers cost in Hanover, NH?
Local movers in Hanover, NH charge by the hour. The NH average is $178/hour for a 2-person crew. Hanover's top-rated mover is Daniels Moving & Storage LLC, earning a 4.36/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 21 verified customer reviews across New Hampshire.
Key cost factors for a Hanover 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 Hanover movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: available from select Hanover movers. 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 Hanover across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 100.0% of Hanover movers (1.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Hanover movers (1.0 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 Hanover include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Hanover, NH 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 Hanover movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Hanover movers | Typical cost impact |
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| Full packing | 100.0% (1.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Storage | 100.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$257/month |
| Crating (fragile/high-value items) | 100.0% (1.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| 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 Hanover offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Hanover 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 Hanover
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 22 New Hampshire 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.
