Best Movers Near New Bern, NC (2026 Reviews)
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College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving is New Bern's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.48/5 , followed by J.E. Thomas & Sons, LLC at 4.28/5. moveBuddha scored 4 movers based in New Bern out of 116 reviewed across North Carolina, drawing on 110 verified customer reviews across North Carolina.
Local movers in New Bern charge by the hour. The NC average is $105/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do New Bern moving companies compare?
New Bern's 4 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to New Bern, with a market average of 4.12/5, drawing on 110 verified customer reviews across North Carolina. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve New Bern from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a New Bern address.
Proximity to New Bern 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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4.48 |
95% | A+ | ||
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4.28 |
92% | A+ | ||
4.16 |
99% | A+ | ||
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4.02 |
74% | N/A | ||
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4.44 |
88% | D- | ||
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4.0 |
100% | A+ | ||
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4.42 |
92% | A | ||
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4.08 |
98% | N/A |
What are the top-rated moving companies in New Bern?
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving is New Bern's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.48/5, followed by J.E. Thomas & Sons, LLC at 4.28/5.
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 4 New Bern movers drawing on 110 verified customer reviews across North Carolina, with a market average score of 4.12/5. Rankings include movers based in New Bern 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.
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- J.E. Thomas & Sons, LLC: 4.28 out of 5 stars
- Superior Moving and Logistics: 4.16 out of 5 stars
- Troy Humphrey Moving & Storage, Inc.: 4.02 out of 5 stars
- Smart Move Wilson Moving & Storage: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- East Carolina Moving: 4.0 out of 5 stars
- Absolute Moving & Storage, Inc.: 4.42 out of 5 stars
- Just Move It Moving & Storage: 4.08 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has been in business for 6 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 Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 170 total reviews.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"OJ and Jeremiah did an amazing job. They showed up exactly when they said they would, explained the process, and were quick and diligent removing the junk from my garage. Very friendly—would definitely recommend!"
"I was 100% satisfied with my experience using College Hunks moving. Devin and Joe took great care in handling precious heirlooms, were hardworking with great communication. Would use their services again!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. J.E. Thomas & Sons, LLC has been in business for 40 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. J.E. Thomas & Sons, LLC has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 97 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 quotes from J.E. Thomas & Sons, LLC.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. J.E. Thomas & Sons, LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"J.E. Thomas & Sons did an excellent job on the whole house move. The team was on time each day, hard working, careful and fast. I will definitely use them again and cannot recommend them enough!"
"They handled our things with care, very professional and punctual. I will be using them again to move us back into our new home!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 3.8
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Superior Moving and Logistics has been in business for 35 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. Superior Moving and Logistics has about 99% positive reviews across roughly 216 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 Superior Moving and Logistics.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Superior Moving and Logistics emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Patrick and his team went above and beyond. They were early, careful, responsible, respectful, clean, and professional. Entire team maintained a positive attitude, communicated clearly, and worked hard. Worth more than they charge."
"Had a great experience! Marco and Cameron were extremely efficient and packed our trailer to the max! They were responsive anytime we had questions and climbed countless steps without complaint. Would highly recommend!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.4
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Troy Humphrey Moving & Storage, Inc. has been in business for many 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. Troy Humphrey Moving & Storage, Inc. has about 74% positive reviews across roughly 132 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.3.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Troy Humphrey Moving & Storage, Inc..
Customer service 3.5
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Troy Humphrey Moving & Storage, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Movers were amazing and so careful with our stuff, I have used them twice and highly recommend."
"Professional movers who did an awesome job being efficient with our shipment, listened to us on where things needed to go, and the whole time they were careful with our belongings. Overall good dudes who did a great job 🤙"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Smart Move Wilson Moving & Storage has been in business for 20 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Smart Move Wilson Moving & Storage has about 88% positive reviews across roughly 245 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.5.
Quote accuracy 4.7
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Smart Move Wilson Moving & Storage. Discounts may be available for groups like military, seniors, teachers, law enforcement.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Smart Move Wilson Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The team was extremely professional and efficient. They handled our heavy furniture with care and made the whole process stress-free. Highly recommend!"
"Stephen, Jamar, Jamar, Damian took extra care of my belongings. You couldn’t ask for more attentive and careful movers. Highly recommend this crew and company."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. East Carolina Moving 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 3.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. East Carolina Moving has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 1 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 East Carolina Moving.
Customer service 3.2
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. East Carolina Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Great Service. Used for labor only loading a moving truck. Extremely careful with loading any delicate furniture. Secured and loaded a piano and made sure the moving truck was packed correctly for the long drive from North Carolina to Idaho. Michael and Justin did an wonderful job. The online quote system was wonderful and a day before Michael called to go over the details.
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Absolute Moving & Storage, Inc. has been in business for 19 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. Absolute Moving & Storage, Inc. has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 200 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.3.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Absolute Moving & Storage, Inc..
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Absolute Moving & Storage, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Phenomenal experience with Absolute Movers. Rick, Luke, and Charles were punctual and professional and took great care of my belongings. I highly recommend them to anyone!"
"Arrived exactly on time; polite, efficient, worked hard to get the job done. Couldn't have asked for more. Our movers were polite, efficient and worked very hard to get the job done."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.4
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Just Move It Moving & Storage has been in business for many 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. Just Move It Moving & Storage has about 98% positive reviews across roughly 231 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.4.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Just Move It Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Just Move It Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Just Move It did an outstanding job! They were on time, well-organized, and incredibly respectful—not just with our furniture but also in how they interacted with us. The team was personable, hardworking, and efficient, making the entire moving process smooth and stress-free."
"Thank you Just Move It for making our move as easy and seamless as possible! The team we worked with was so helpful and kind and worked hard during our whole 10 hour day! Everything was well taken care of and they were all very positive. Highly recommend!"
Which New Bern movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every New Bern mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 4 New Bern moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 4 of 4 New Bern movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. J.E. Thomas & Sons, LLC (4.28/5) is New Bern's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 2 of 4 New Bern movers (50.0%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Superior Moving and Logistics (4.16/5) rates highest for antique care in New Bern.
- Art packing: 2 of 4 New Bern movers (50.0%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Superior Moving and Logistics (4.16/5) rates highest for art packing in New Bern.
- Climate-controlled storage: 2 of 4 New Bern movers (50.0%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. J.E. Thomas & Sons, LLC (4.28/5) is New Bern's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 1 of 4 New Bern movers (25.0%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Smart Move Wilson Moving & Storage (4.44/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in New Bern.
How much does piano moving cost in New Bern?
Piano moving is available from 4 of 4 New Bern movers (100.0%), compared to 72.52% nationally. J.E. Thomas & Sons, LLC leads New Bern piano movers with a 4.28/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Superior Moving and Logistics at 4.16/5. A standalone piano move in New Bern typically costs $672 to $2,940, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in New Bern | Details |
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| New Bern movers offering this | 4 of 4 (100.0%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated New Bern piano movers | J.E. Thomas & Sons, LLC, Superior Moving and Logistics |
| Upright piano | $672 to $1,260 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,008 to $2,100 |
| Grand piano | $1,512 to $2,940 |
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 New Bern?
Antique handling is available from 2 of 4 New Bern movers (50.0%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Superior Moving and Logistics (4.16/5) and Troy Humphrey Moving & Storage, Inc. (4.02/5) rate highest for antique care in New Bern. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $840 to $2,100 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in New Bern | Details |
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| New Bern movers offering this | 2 of 4 (50.0%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated New Bern antique movers | Superior Moving and Logistics, Troy Humphrey Moving & Storage, Inc. |
| Added cost to a household move | $840 to $2,100 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $42 to $420 |
| Custom crating per item | $126 to $168 |
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 New Bern?
Art packing is available from 2 of 4 New Bern movers (50.0%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Superior Moving and Logistics (4.16/5) and Troy Humphrey Moving & Storage, Inc. (4.02/5) rate highest for art packing in New Bern. Per-piece art handling in New Bern runs $42 to $420, with custom crates adding $126 to $168 per item.
| Art packing in New Bern | Details |
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| New Bern movers offering this | 2 of 4 (50.0%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated New Bern art movers | Superior Moving and Logistics, Troy Humphrey Moving & Storage, Inc. |
| Per-piece handling fee | $42 to $420 |
| Custom crating per item | $126 to $168 |
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 New Bern?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 2 of 4 New Bern movers (50.0%), compared to 33.2% nationally. J.E. Thomas & Sons, LLC (4.28/5) and Troy Humphrey Moving & Storage, Inc. (4.02/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in New Bern. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $216/month in New Bern.
| Climate-controlled storage in New Bern | Details |
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| New Bern movers offering this | 2 of 4 (50.0%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated New Bern providers | J.E. Thomas & Sons, LLC, Troy Humphrey Moving & Storage, Inc. |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $216 |
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 New Bern?
Fragile-only packing is available from 1 of 4 New Bern movers (25.0%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Smart Move Wilson Moving & Storage (4.44/5) and East Carolina Moving (4.0/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in New Bern. 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 New Bern | Details |
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| New Bern movers offering this | 1 of 4 (25.0%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated New Bern providers | Smart Move Wilson Moving & Storage, East Carolina 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 New Bern?
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.48/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in New Bern, drawing on 110 verified customer reviews across North Carolina. The New Bern market averages 4.12/5 across 4 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in New Bern, NC
How much do movers cost in New Bern, NC?
Local movers in New Bern, NC charge by the hour. The NC average is $105/hour for a 2-person crew. New Bern's top-rated mover is College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving, earning a 4.48/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 110 verified customer reviews across North Carolina.
Key cost factors for a New Bern 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 New Bern movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: available from select New Bern 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 New Bern across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 25.0% of New Bern movers (1.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 75.0% of New Bern movers (3.0 companies) offer full packing, and 50.0% 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 New Bern include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in New Bern, NC 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 New Bern movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of New Bern movers | Typical cost impact |
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| Full packing | 75.0% (3.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 50.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 50.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$216/month |
| Crating (fragile/high-value items) | 50.0% (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) | 75.0% (3.0 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 New Bern offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the New Bern 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 New Bern
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 116 North Carolina 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.
