Best Movers Near Oak Harbor, WA (2026 Reviews)

BackBreakers NW is Oak Harbor's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.58/5 , followed by Moving and Storage Solutions Inc. at 4.58/5. moveBuddha scored 10 movers based in Oak Harbor out of 94 reviewed across Washington, drawing on 92 verified customer reviews across Washington.

Local movers in Oak Harbor charge by the hour. The WA average is $182/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.

How do Oak Harbor moving companies compare?

Oak Harbor's 10 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Oak Harbor, with a market average of 4.31/5, drawing on 92 verified customer reviews across Washington. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Oak Harbor from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Oak Harbor address.

Proximity to Oak Harbor 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
BackBreakers NW
12 years in business
star star star star star
4.58
96% A+
star star star star star
4.58
82% A+
AmericaM Movers
5 years in business
star star star star star
4.44
93% A+
Hansen Bros Moving and Storage
136 years in business
star star star star star
4.58
85% A+
A Perfect Mover
6 years in business
star star star star star
4.48
77% A+
Keep Moving Inc
7 years in business
star star star star star
4.58
93% A+
Sound Moving Northwest
6 years in business
star star star star star
4.3
98% A+
Evergreen Moving Systems
53 years in business
star star star star star
4.34
76% A+
On The Go Moving and Storage
15 years in business
star star star star star
4.48
78% A+
United Moving & Storage Inc
62 years in business
star star star star star
4.5
67% B-

What are the top-rated moving companies in Oak Harbor?

BackBreakers NW is Oak Harbor's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.58/5, followed by Moving and Storage Solutions Inc. at 4.58/5.

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 10 Oak Harbor movers drawing on 92 verified customer reviews across Washington, with a market average score of 4.31/5. Rankings include movers based in Oak Harbor 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. BackBreakers NW: 4.58 out of 5 stars
  2. Moving and Storage Solutions Inc.: 4.58 out of 5 stars
  3. AmericaM Movers: 4.44 out of 5 stars
  4. Hansen Bros Moving and Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
  5. A Perfect Mover: 4.48 out of 5 stars
  6. Keep Moving Inc: 4.58 out of 5 stars
  7. Sound Moving Northwest: 4.3 out of 5 stars
  8. Evergreen Moving Systems: 4.34 out of 5 stars
  9. On The Go Moving and Storage: 4.48 out of 5 stars
  10. United Moving & Storage Inc: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Piano moves
  • Debris removal
  • Junk removal
  • 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. BackBreakers NW 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. BackBreakers NW has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 112 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.

Quote accuracy 4.2

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from BackBreakers NW.

Customer service 4.4

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

Recent reviews

"We’ve used them on 3 occasions and each time they showed up on time with great attitudes and the tools, muscles, and know how to move and pack things efficiently and carefully."

"Backbreakers is the crew you want when you need help moving your stuff. They are always on time, professional, and great to work with. Very careful."

DOT number
3166061
Address
1685 E Main, St #3, Freeland, WA, 98249
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card
State license
HG068365
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82%
Years active
29
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3.4
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Safe moving
  • Debris removal
  • Junk removal
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Available discounts

  • Senior discount
  • Military discount

Company stats

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Moving and Storage Solutions Inc. has been in business for 29 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and international moving.

Review quality 3.8

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Moving and Storage Solutions Inc. has about 82% positive reviews across roughly 77 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.4.

Quote accuracy 4.5

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Moving and Storage Solutions Inc.. Discounts may be available for groups like military, seniors.

Customer service 4.1

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

Recent reviews

"We have used Moving and Storage Solutions for two moves and have been very happy with their service. Charles, Jose, Brian and Ethan packed us up. They were polite, courteous, on-time, careful with our things & house, and were a pleasure to deal with."

"Very happy with Moving and Storage Solutions. They responded quickly to my inquiry, and on moving day were on time and efficient, and took great care packing up our things. Everything arrived in great shape."

DOT number
70719
Address
3836 Williamson Way, Bellingham, WA, 98226
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card • Money Order
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Positive reviews
93%
Years active
5
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4.8
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4.4
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Piano moves
  • Safe moving
  • Storage available
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 4.1

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. AmericaM Movers has been in business for 5 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. AmericaM Movers has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 208 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.4.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from AmericaM Movers.

Customer service 4.1

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

Recent reviews

"Movers arrived right on time, treated our belongings with great care and worked so efficiently that we ended up on the very low end of our pre-move estimate."

"Andy and Kyle were professional and nothing in the move got damaged. Price was fair. Got a 10% military discount. Thank you for rocking it!"

DOT number
3288640
Address
3409 McDougall Ave, Everett, WA, 98201
Payment methods
Credit Card
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Positive reviews
85%
Years active
136
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3.2
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Junk removal
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Available discounts

  • Student discount

Company stats

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Hansen Bros Moving and Storage has been in business for 136 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.

Review quality 4.6

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Hansen Bros Moving and Storage has about 85% positive reviews across roughly 367 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 Hansen Bros Moving and Storage. Discounts may be available for groups like students.

Customer service 4.4

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

Recent reviews

"Hansen Bros was recommended to us by our dad's new assisted living facility. Our two movers were great. They wrapped everything well, including a few pieces of art that I hadn't wrapped myself. They were also able to disassemble a heavy recliner that was going to be tricky to get out of a room--I didn't know it even came apart! They reassembled it at the new apartment and made sure it worked. Everything was moved with care. Overall a great experience and I will definitely use Hansen Bros again!"

"Hansen Bros. delivered the best moving experience I've ever had. From thorough pre-move communications to consistently friendly, efficient movers who treated my things with the utmost care

DOT number
8257
Address
10750 Aurora Ave. N, Seattle, WA, 98133
State license
1782
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Positive reviews
77%
Years active
6
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4.4
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4.9
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3.9
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • 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. A Perfect Mover has been in business for 6 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. A Perfect Mover has about 77% positive reviews across roughly 39 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.

Quote accuracy 4.0

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from A Perfect Mover, and A Perfect Mover makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 4.1

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. A Perfect Mover emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Gus and Ricardo are AMAZING! Our crew showed up on time and they were so efficient getting everything loaded up—it went so quick! Furniture put back together quickly, felt relieved after a stressful day. HIGHLY RECOMMEND."

"Billy, Jeremy, and Helios did an awesome job! Super kind, quick, and handled everything with care. Move was quoted for higher price/time, final total was much less. Appreciated the junk removal service, too. Would use again!"

Address
2014 171st Ave SE, Snohomish, WA, 98290
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card • Money Order
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Positive reviews
93%
Years active
7
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4.4
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Storage available
  • Shipment tracking
  • 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. Keep Moving Inc 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 5.0

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Keep Moving Inc has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 327 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.4.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Keep Moving Inc.

Customer service 4.4

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

Recent reviews

"Couldn't be happier! Movers were fast, professional, and made sure my things were safe. Very polite, took direction well, and not a scratch on anything. I'd use Keep Moving again."

"Miguel and Peter did an amazing job! Professional and took care of my things like it was their own. Definitely recommend them if you're planning on getting movers."

DOT number
3110677
Address
15300 Redmond-Woodinville Rd NE, Woodinville, WA, 98072
Payment methods
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3110677
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Positive reviews
98%
Years active
6
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4.3
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4.8
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Small 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. Sound Moving Northwest 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 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Sound Moving Northwest has about 98% positive reviews across roughly 114 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.8.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Sound Moving Northwest.

Customer service 4.4

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

Recent reviews

"These guys were absolute pros. Fast, friendly, and when they got it done quicker than estimated, I got a refund. Even if you live in Seattle, it’s worth having Sound. moving NW come down from Marysville."

"Sound Moving NW was terrific. Ben was super responsive to the initial quote request and to lots and lots of subsequent questions! Dan and Austin had a great attitude about just getting things done."

DOT number
3554940
Address
1620 9th St, Marysville, WA, 98270
State license
THG69611
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Positive reviews
76%
Years active
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4.3
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3.8
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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
  • Storage available
  • Shipment tracking
  • Full valuation coverage
  • 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. Evergreen Moving Systems has been in business for 53 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and international moving.

Review quality 3.8

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Evergreen Moving Systems has about 76% positive reviews across roughly 37 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.8.

Quote accuracy 4.2

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Evergreen Moving Systems.

Customer service 4.4

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

Recent reviews

"We hired Evergreen for a small local move, and it turned out to be a great choice--probably the best experience I've had with a moving company. Everyone was professional, courteous, and helpful. Highly recommend."

"I had Evergreen move and store my things after selling. They're friendly, professional, and reasonable in costs. Would happily recommend them to anyone needing to move."

DOT number
125550
Address
3719 Smith Ave, Everett, WA, 98201
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card
State license
HG1973
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Positive reviews
78%
Years active
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Antiques moving
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Available discounts

  • Senior discount

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. On The Go Moving and Storage has been in business for 15 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. On The Go Moving and Storage has about 78% positive reviews across roughly 267 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.1.

Quote accuracy 4.0

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from On The Go Moving and Storage. Discounts may be available for groups like seniors.

Customer service 4.7

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. On The Go Moving and Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"The movers were professional, friendly, and INSANELY efficient. Everyone else in the house was amazed by how quick they were able to put basically everything I own into a truck."

"Fantastic communication and courtesy calls. Movers showed great respect, charm and hustle. Fair pricing. I am extremely happy with them!"

DOT number
2120054
Address
1423 NW 61st St , APT 2, Seattle, WA, 98107
State license
HG064180
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Positive reviews
67%
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Crane/hoisting vans
  • Storage available
  • Shipment tracking
  • Full valuation coverage
  • 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. United Moving & Storage Inc has been in business for 62 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and international moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. United Moving & Storage Inc has about 67% positive reviews across roughly 153 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.9.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from United Moving & Storage Inc, and United Moving & Storage Inc makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"The movers were professional, efficient and friendly. The team who quoted and set up moving day was clear and responsive. Charges were fair and transparent. Would definitely use again!"

"Wonderful service! We used United Moving & Storage to store our new appliances and building materials during a year-long remodel. The team was courteous and responsive. Most importantly, they took excellent care of our items! Highly recommended!"

DOT number
295017
Address
1770 NE Fuson Rd, Bremerton, WA, 98311
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card

Which Oak Harbor movers offer specialty services?

Specialty moving services are not standard across every Oak Harbor mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 10 Oak Harbor moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:

  • Piano moving: 7 of 10 Oak Harbor movers (70.0%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. BackBreakers NW (4.58/5) is Oak Harbor's top-rated piano mover.
  • Antique handling: 2 of 10 Oak Harbor movers (20.0%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Hansen Bros Moving and Storage (4.58/5) rates highest for antique care in Oak Harbor.
  • Art packing: 3 of 10 Oak Harbor movers (30.0%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. AmericaM Movers (4.44/5) rates highest for art packing in Oak Harbor.
  • Climate-controlled storage: 2 of 10 Oak Harbor movers (20.0%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Moving and Storage Solutions Inc. (4.58/5) is Oak Harbor's top-rated provider.
  • Fragile-only packing: 5 of 10 Oak Harbor movers (50.0%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Moving and Storage Solutions Inc. (4.58/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Oak Harbor.

How much does piano moving cost in Oak Harbor?

Piano moving is available from 7 of 10 Oak Harbor movers (70.0%), compared to 72.52% nationally. BackBreakers NW leads Oak Harbor piano movers with a 4.58/5 moveBuddha score, followed by AmericaM Movers at 4.44/5. A standalone piano move in Oak Harbor typically costs $968 to $4,235, depending on instrument type.

Piano moving in Oak Harbor Details
Oak Harbor movers offering this 7 of 10 (70.0%)
National average 72.52%
Top-rated Oak Harbor piano movers BackBreakers NW, AmericaM Movers
Upright piano $968 to $1,815
Baby grand piano $1,452 to $3,025
Grand piano $2,178 to $4,235

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 Oak Harbor?

Antique handling is available from 2 of 10 Oak Harbor movers (20.0%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Hansen Bros Moving and Storage (4.58/5) and A Perfect Mover (4.48/5) rate highest for antique care in Oak Harbor. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,210 to $3,025 to the total cost.

Antique handling in Oak Harbor Details
Oak Harbor movers offering this 2 of 10 (20.0%)
National average 46.24%
Top-rated Oak Harbor antique movers Hansen Bros Moving and Storage, A Perfect Mover
Added cost to a household move $1,210 to $3,025
Per-piece handling fee $61 to $605
Custom crating per item $182 to $242

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 Oak Harbor?

Art packing is available from 3 of 10 Oak Harbor movers (30.0%), compared to 45.76% nationally. AmericaM Movers (4.44/5) and A Perfect Mover (4.48/5) rate highest for art packing in Oak Harbor. Per-piece art handling in Oak Harbor runs $61 to $605, with custom crates adding $182 to $242 per item.

Art packing in Oak Harbor Details
Oak Harbor movers offering this 3 of 10 (30.0%)
National average 45.76%
Top-rated Oak Harbor art movers AmericaM Movers, A Perfect Mover
Per-piece handling fee $61 to $605
Custom crating per item $182 to $242

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 Oak Harbor?

Climate-controlled storage is available from 2 of 10 Oak Harbor movers (20.0%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Moving and Storage Solutions Inc. (4.58/5) and Hansen Bros Moving and Storage (4.58/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Oak Harbor. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $311/month in Oak Harbor.

Climate-controlled storage in Oak Harbor Details
Oak Harbor movers offering this 2 of 10 (20.0%)
National average 33.2%
Top-rated Oak Harbor providers Moving and Storage Solutions Inc., Hansen Bros Moving and Storage
Storage-in-transit rate About $0.50 per cubic foot per month
1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) $311

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 Oak Harbor?

Fragile-only packing is available from 5 of 10 Oak Harbor movers (50.0%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Moving and Storage Solutions Inc. (4.58/5) and AmericaM Movers (4.44/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Oak Harbor. 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 Oak Harbor Details
Oak Harbor movers offering this 5 of 10 (50.0%)
National average 23.83%
Top-rated Oak Harbor providers Moving and Storage Solutions Inc., AmericaM 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 Oak Harbor?

BackBreakers NW (4.58/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Oak Harbor, drawing on 92 verified customer reviews across Washington. The Oak Harbor market averages 4.31/5 across 10 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.

Frequently asked questions: moving in Oak Harbor, WA

How much do movers cost in Oak Harbor, WA?

Local movers in Oak Harbor, WA charge by the hour. Based on moveBuddha's data from 1 Oak Harbor movers, hourly rates in this market range from $125/hour to $125/hour, with a median of $125/hour. Oak Harbor's top-rated mover is BackBreakers NW, earning a 4.58/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 92 verified customer reviews across Washington.

Key cost factors for a Oak Harbor 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: 20.0% of Oak Harbor movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
  • Full valuation coverage: 50.0% of Oak Harbor movers (5.0 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 Oak Harbor across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 90.0% of Oak Harbor movers (9.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
  • Packing services: 100.0% of Oak Harbor movers (10.0 companies) offer full packing, and 60.0% 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 Oak Harbor include, and what costs extra?

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

Add-on service % of Oak Harbor movers Typical cost impact
Full packing 100.0% (10.0 companies) +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average
Packing materials 60.0% Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking
Storage 60.0% ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$311/month
Full valuation coverage 50.0% (5.0 companies) 1%-2% of declared shipment value (~$300-$600 on a $30,000 shipment); default released-value protection pays only $0.60/lb
Crating (fragile/high-value items) 40.0% (4.0 companies) $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances)
Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) 70.0% (7.0 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 Oak Harbor offer senior, military, or other discounts?

Oak Harbor movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 92 verified customer reviews across Washington. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Oak Harbor mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Oak Harbor movers are excluded. WA state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.

Discount type % of Oak Harbor movers # of movers Oak Harbor movers offering it Data source
Senior 20.0% 2.0 Moving and Storage Solutions Inc., On The Go Moving and Storage Oak Harbor
Military 10.0% 1.0 Moving and Storage Solutions Inc. Oak Harbor

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 Oak Harbor

moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 94 Washington 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.