Best Movers Near Lawrence, KS (2026 Reviews)

Professional Moving & Storage is Lawrence's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.5/5 , followed by Mike Hammer Moving at 4.52/5. moveBuddha scored 22 movers based in Lawrence out of 22 reviewed across Kansas, drawing on 20 verified customer reviews across Kansas.

Local movers in Lawrence charge by the hour. The KS average is $110/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.

How do Lawrence moving companies compare?

Lawrence's 22 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Lawrence, with a market average of 4.32/5, drawing on 20 verified customer reviews across Kansas. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Lawrence from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Lawrence address.

Proximity to Lawrence 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
Professional Moving & Storage
28 years in business
star star star star star
4.5
95% A+
Mike Hammer Moving
38 years in business
star star star star star
4.52
94% A-
You Move Me
14 years in business
star star star star star
4.48
96% A+
Moving Proz
10 years in business
star star star star star
4.58
88% B+
star star star star star
4.42
95% A+
Johnson Storage & Moving
126 years in business
star star star star star
4.38
58% F
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK
29 years in business
star star star star star
4.44
85% A+
Bellhop Moving
14 years in business
star star star star star
4.5
56% D+
The Dudes Moving Company LLC
7 years in business
star star star star star
4.44
96% A+
A Friend With A Truck Movers
15 years in business
star star star star star
4.48
83% A+

What are the top-rated moving companies in Lawrence?

Professional Moving & Storage is Lawrence's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.5/5, followed by Mike Hammer Moving at 4.52/5.

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 22 Lawrence movers drawing on 20 verified customer reviews across Kansas, with a market average score of 4.32/5. Rankings include movers based in Lawrence 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. Professional Moving & Storage: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  2. Mike Hammer Moving: 4.52 out of 5 stars
  3. You Move Me: 4.48 out of 5 stars
  4. Moving Proz: 4.58 out of 5 stars
  5. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving: 4.42 out of 5 stars
  6. Johnson Storage & Moving: 4.38 out of 5 stars
  7. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.44 out of 5 stars
  8. Bellhop Moving: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  9. The Dudes Moving Company LLC: 4.44 out of 5 stars
  10. A Friend With A Truck Movers: 4.48 out of 5 stars
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Positive reviews
95%
Years active
28
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • 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. Professional Moving & Storage has been in business for 28 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Professional Moving & Storage has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 240 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 instant email quotes from Professional Moving & Storage, and Professional Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 4.4

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

Recent reviews

"The movers showed up on time, were very efficient, and took great care with our things. I highly recommend Professional Moving and Storage!"

"Joseph and his crew did an excellent job. They were fast, efficient and very careful with our stuff. Very friendly, courteous and professional."

DOT number
917983
Address
3620 Thomas Ct, Lawrence, KS, 66046
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Positive reviews
94%
Years active
38
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4.9
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3.2
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Junk removal
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 4.7

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Mike Hammer Moving has been in business for 38 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.

Review quality 4.3

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Mike Hammer Moving has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 278 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.2.

Quote accuracy 3.8

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Mike Hammer Moving, and Mike Hammer Moving makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"The team showed up on time, worked quickly, and handled all my stuff with great care. Communication was smooth, and the whole process was less stressful than I expected. Highly recommend Mike Hammer!"

"Movers were prompt, professional, and personable. They were very careful not to dent and scratch walls."

DOT number
2929832
Address
12620 W 92nd St, Lenexa, KS, 66215
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Positive reviews
96%
Years active
14
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4.4
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4.8
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2.4
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Piano 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. You Move Me has been in business for 14 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. You Move Me has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 8416 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.4.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from You Move Me.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. You Move Me emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"They protected all of our items, wrapped everything with care, and finished way under the estimated time! Would definitely hire them again!"

"Fantastic crew! Highly recommend. They protected every piece of furniture and were careful. Quick and efficient!"

DOT number
2518689
Address
9875 Widmer Road Lenexa, Kansas, MO, 66215
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Positive reviews
88%
Years active
10
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4.5
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4.9
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3.1
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Grade B+
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Small moves
  • 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. Moving Proz has been in business for 10 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.

Review quality 4.3

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Moving Proz has about 88% positive reviews across roughly 290 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.1.

Quote accuracy 4.1

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

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"The movers were extremely efficient, polite, and had great attitudes the entire time, despite us changing our mind MULTIPLE times on where we wanted furniture placed."

"They packed our whole house today and did a great job! They were friendly and nice and strong and like I said before did a great job! Thank You!"

DOT number
2275038
Address
200 W 5th Street #607, Kansas City, MO, 64196
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card
State license
893937
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Positive reviews
95%
Years active
7
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4.4
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4.9
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2.8
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Grade A+
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Services offered

  • 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 7 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 95% positive reviews across roughly 235 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 instant email quotes from College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving.

Customer service 4.4

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

Recent reviews

"Caleb, Troy and Devante were kind and did a great job with our move! They were careful with all of our items and patient with our decision making in the midst of a move. Would for sure recommend!"

"They worked efficiently and quickly and were able to finish significantly sooner than the time estimated to complete my move. Thank You College Hunks for the best moving experience!"

DOT number
3286258
Address
5606 Topeka Boulevard, Suite B, Topeka, KS, 66609
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Positive reviews
58%
Years active
126
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4.3
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3.5
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1.6
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Junk removal
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Shipment tracking
  • 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. Johnson Storage & Moving has been in business for 126 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and international moving.

Review quality 3.5

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Johnson Storage & Moving has about 58% positive reviews across roughly 131 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.6.

Quote accuracy 4.2

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

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"Johnson Storage & Moving made my move the easiest one yet. Everyone was professional, polite, and careful with my furniture. Highly recommend!"

"Too Strong Crew did an amazing job! They packed and loaded quickly, were friendly and efficient. Would use them again!"

DOT number
286130
Address
1936 NW Lower Silver Lake Rd, Topeka, KS, 66608
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Positive reviews
85%
Years active
29
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4.3
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1.0
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Piano moves
  • Safe moving
  • Debris removal
  • Junk removal
  • Storage available
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for 29 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.

Review quality 3.8

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 85% positive reviews across roughly 203 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.0.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Shelby and her team were amazing! They took such good care of our furniture and hard to move pieces and were so friendly. If I could give ten stars, I would!"

"The crew was very professional and quick. Very friendly. Highly recommend 2 Men & A Truck. This was my second time in 3 years and just as happy with service and price."

DOT number
2527384
Address
7225 W 95th St, Overland Park, KS, 66210
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Positive reviews
56%
Years active
14
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Junk removal
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Bellhop Moving has been in business for 14 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. Bellhop Moving has about 56% positive reviews across roughly 45 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 instant email quotes from Bellhop Moving, and Bellhop Moving makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 4.7

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

Recent reviews

"The truck and team were there by our start time of 8am and I was floored at the amount they got done in such a small period of time. They were so kind and eager to help."

"Movers were awesome! Quick, efficient, polite, hard working. Dawaun J and Jordan R were both great to work with. Would highly recommend Bellhops and these two gentlemen to anyone looking for this service!"

DOT number
2878240
Address
5545 Lydia Avenue, Kansas City, MO, 64110
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Positive reviews
96%
Years active
7
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4.0
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Piano moves
  • Hot tub moving
  • Junk removal
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 4.7

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. The Dudes Moving Company LLC has been in business for 7 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. The Dudes Moving Company LLC has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 232 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.0.

Quote accuracy 4.2

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from The Dudes Moving Company LLC.

Customer service 4.7

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. The Dudes Moving Company LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"I recently hired The Dudes Moving Company for my relocation, and I couldn't be more thrilled with the experience! From start to finish, their professionalism and efficiency truly stood out. The team arrived on time and was incredibly organized, making the entire moving process feel effortless. They handled my belongings with care, ensuring everything arrived at my new home in perfect condition. Communication was seamless throughout the entire process even with a snowstorm hindering our plans. The staff was friendly and kept me informed at every step, which significantly reduced my stress levels during the move ... If you’re looking for a reliable and professional moving company, I highly recommend The Dudes! They deserve every bit of this 5-star review!!"

"We had a fantastic experience with The Dudes for our recent move! Caleb, Eric and the crew took every possible precaution wrapping and covering all our furniture. They were thorough in protecting the floors, doors/door jams and railings. All of our furniture arrived safe and in perfect condition!"

DOT number
3556141
Address
22 E 39th St, Kansas City, MO, 64111
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3556141
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Positive reviews
83%
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15
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • 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. A Friend With A Truck Movers has been in business for 15 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. A Friend With A Truck Movers has about 83% positive reviews across roughly 393 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.5.

Quote accuracy 4.2

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from A Friend With A Truck Movers.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. A Friend With A Truck Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"They moved my 3 BR townhome to a 4 BR house fast and efficiently. Very personable and took pride in their job. Would hire again 10/10."

"Best moving company I’ve used. Efficient, professional, and able to solve solutions swiftly when needed. The booking process was easy and straightforward, and they were able to get us on the schedule quickly."

DOT number
2074911
Address
2615 N Bell St, Kansas, MO, 64117
Payment methods
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Which Lawrence movers offer specialty services?

Specialty moving services are not standard across every Lawrence mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 22 Lawrence moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:

  • Piano moving: 15 of 22 Lawrence movers (68.18%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Professional Moving & Storage (4.5/5) is Lawrence's top-rated piano mover.
  • Antique handling: 10 of 22 Lawrence movers (45.45%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Professional Moving & Storage (4.5/5) rates highest for antique care in Lawrence.
  • Art packing: 11 of 22 Lawrence movers (50.0%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Professional Moving & Storage (4.5/5) rates highest for art packing in Lawrence.
  • Climate-controlled storage: 6 of 22 Lawrence movers (27.27%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Professional Moving & Storage (4.5/5) is Lawrence's top-rated provider.
  • Fragile-only packing: 8 of 22 Lawrence movers (36.36%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Professional Moving & Storage (4.5/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Lawrence.

How much does piano moving cost in Lawrence?

Piano moving is available from 15 of 22 Lawrence movers (68.18%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Professional Moving & Storage leads Lawrence piano movers with a 4.5/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Mike Hammer Moving at 4.52/5. A standalone piano move in Lawrence typically costs $744 to $3,255, depending on instrument type.

Piano moving in Lawrence Details
Lawrence movers offering this 15 of 22 (68.18%)
National average 72.52%
Top-rated Lawrence piano movers Professional Moving & Storage, Mike Hammer Moving
Upright piano $744 to $1,395
Baby grand piano $1,116 to $2,325
Grand piano $1,674 to $3,255

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 Lawrence?

Antique handling is available from 10 of 22 Lawrence movers (45.45%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Professional Moving & Storage (4.5/5) and Mike Hammer Moving (4.52/5) rate highest for antique care in Lawrence. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $930 to $2,325 to the total cost.

Antique handling in Lawrence Details
Lawrence movers offering this 10 of 22 (45.45%)
National average 46.24%
Top-rated Lawrence antique movers Professional Moving & Storage, Mike Hammer Moving
Added cost to a household move $930 to $2,325
Per-piece handling fee $47 to $465
Custom crating per item $140 to $186

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 Lawrence?

Art packing is available from 11 of 22 Lawrence movers (50.0%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Professional Moving & Storage (4.5/5) and Mike Hammer Moving (4.52/5) rate highest for art packing in Lawrence. Per-piece art handling in Lawrence runs $47 to $465, with custom crates adding $140 to $186 per item.

Art packing in Lawrence Details
Lawrence movers offering this 11 of 22 (50.0%)
National average 45.76%
Top-rated Lawrence art movers Professional Moving & Storage, Mike Hammer Moving
Per-piece handling fee $47 to $465
Custom crating per item $140 to $186

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 Lawrence?

Climate-controlled storage is available from 6 of 22 Lawrence movers (27.27%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Professional Moving & Storage (4.5/5) and Johnson Storage & Moving (4.38/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Lawrence. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $239/month in Lawrence.

Climate-controlled storage in Lawrence Details
Lawrence movers offering this 6 of 22 (27.27%)
National average 33.2%
Top-rated Lawrence providers Professional Moving & Storage, Johnson Storage & Moving
Storage-in-transit rate About $0.50 per cubic foot per month
1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) $239

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 Lawrence?

Fragile-only packing is available from 8 of 22 Lawrence movers (36.36%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Professional Moving & Storage (4.5/5) and Mike Hammer Moving (4.52/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Lawrence. 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 Lawrence Details
Lawrence movers offering this 8 of 22 (36.36%)
National average 23.83%
Top-rated Lawrence providers Professional Moving & Storage, Mike Hammer Moving
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 Lawrence?

Moving Proz (4.58/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Lawrence, drawing on 20 verified customer reviews across Kansas. The Lawrence market averages 4.32/5 across 22 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.

Frequently asked questions: moving in Lawrence, KS

How much do movers cost in Lawrence, KS?

Local movers in Lawrence, KS charge by the hour. Based on moveBuddha's data from 1 Lawrence movers, hourly rates in this market range from $210/hour to $210/hour, with a median of $210/hour. Lawrence's top-rated mover is Moving Proz, earning a 4.58/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 20 verified customer reviews across Kansas.

Key cost factors for a Lawrence 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: 45.0% of Lawrence movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
  • Full valuation coverage: 32.0% of Lawrence movers (7.0 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 Lawrence across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 91.0% of Lawrence movers (20.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
  • Packing services: 100.0% of Lawrence movers (22.0 companies) offer full packing, and 86.0% 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 Lawrence include, and what costs extra?

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

Add-on service % of Lawrence movers Typical cost impact
Full packing 100.0% (22.0 companies) +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average
Packing materials 86.0% Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking
Storage 68.0% ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$239/month
Full valuation coverage 32.0% (7.0 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) 45.0% (10.0 companies) $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances)
Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) 73.0% (16.0 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 Lawrence offer senior, military, or other discounts?

Lawrence movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 20 verified customer reviews across Kansas. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Lawrence mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Lawrence movers are excluded. KS state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.

Discount type % of Lawrence movers # of movers Lawrence movers offering it Data source
Senior 5.0% 1.0 -- Lawrence
Military 9.0% 2.0 -- Lawrence

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 Lawrence

moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 22 Kansas 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.