Best Movers Near Utica, NY (2026 Reviews)
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Clinton Moving & Packaging, Inc. is Utica's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.08/5 , followed by Soliman Movers And More at 4.38/5. moveBuddha scored 4 movers based in Utica out of 147 reviewed across New York, drawing on 141 verified customer reviews across New York.
Local movers in Utica charge by the hour. The NY average is $131/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Utica moving companies compare?
Utica's 4 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Utica, with a market average of 4.12/5, drawing on 141 verified customer reviews across New York. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Utica from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Utica address.
Proximity to Utica 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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61% | A+ | ||
4.38 |
90% | A+ | ||
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4.02 |
95% | N/A | ||
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4.56 |
82% | A+ | ||
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4.5 |
92% | A+ | ||
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4.44 |
64% | A+ | ||
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4.58 |
98% | A- |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Utica?
Clinton Moving & Packaging, Inc. is Utica's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.08/5, followed by Soliman Movers And More at 4.38/5.
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 Utica movers drawing on 141 verified customer reviews across New York, with a market average score of 4.12/5. Rankings include movers based in Utica 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.
- Clinton Moving & Packaging, Inc.: 4.08 out of 5 stars
- Soliman Movers And More: 4.38 out of 5 stars
- EJA Moving & Storage: 4.02 out of 5 stars
- Clark Moving & Storage: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- Reliable Movers and Removal: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Arnoff Moving & Storage: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- Zip to Zip Moving Inc: 4.58 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Clinton Moving & Packaging, Inc. has been in business for 38 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. Clinton Moving & Packaging, Inc. has about 61% positive reviews across roughly 49 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.0.
Quote accuracy 3.7
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Clinton Moving & Packaging, Inc..
Customer service 3.5
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Clinton Moving & Packaging, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Chad, Glenny, and Justin arrived on time and carefully packed all my belongings. Helpful, reassuring, and professional. I would never use another company!"
"The care taken in handling and packaging. The speed, strength, and efficiency... same day pack move and even unpack, not one item scratched... cheap compared to what my research led me to think it would be."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Soliman Movers And More 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. Soliman Movers And More has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 132 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.6.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Soliman Movers And More.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Soliman Movers And More emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Soliman Movers is the BEST moving company. Dimitri and Cameron moved my stuff with great care and were friendly. This is my second time with them—just as pleased as last time!"
"They came right on time with a large truck. Personable, pleasant, professional. Careful with our items, no damage, and fair pricing without hidden charges. Highly recommend them for your move."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.1
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. EJA Moving & Storage has been in business for many 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. EJA Moving & Storage has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 134 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 EJA Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. EJA Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"These people are fantastic! From beginning to end they took one of the most stressful things to do and made it so easy. The professionalism is top notch. What a great experience, I totally recommend this company!"
"All three were incredibly nice, very personable, and had a great sense of humor. It was 87°F when we moved and they worked their butts off. Zero complaining, and they made it look easy."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Clark Moving & Storage has been in business for 33 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. Clark Moving & Storage has about 82% positive reviews across roughly 81 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.0.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Clark Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Clark Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"I had an excellent experience with Clark’s Moving Company. From start to finish, the entire team was professional, efficient, and super friendly. They arrived on time, handled all my belongings with care, and worked tirelessly to get everything moved quickly."
"The team from Clark Moving & Storage did an exceptionally good job with our move. Relocated our office on short notice. Movers showed up early, worked quickly, and made moving stress-free. The price was extremely fair."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Reliable Movers and Removal has been in business for 27 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. Reliable Movers and Removal has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 178 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Reliable Movers and Removal.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Reliable Movers and Removal emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Our recent experience with Reliable Movers was absolutely incredible. The four crew members were polite, efficient, smart, and worked very well together as a finely-tuned team. Nothing was damaged during the move. Highly recommend!"
"The movers were on time, wrapped and bubble wrapped items, and were very efficient. The four guys worked really well together as a team and were careful with my furniture."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Arnoff Moving & Storage has been in business for 101 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. Arnoff Moving & Storage has about 64% positive reviews across roughly 238 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.0.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Arnoff Moving & Storage, and Arnoff Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Arnoff Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"Absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish. The Arnoff team took incredible care of us, were very professional, and handled everything with expert care. Highly recommend!"
"Arnoff workers were very professional, hard working, easy to work with and did a great job moving a lot of equipment in a short amount of time. Great communication with management and very responsive to texts, calls and emails."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Zip to Zip Moving Inc has been in business for 7 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 5.0
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Zip to Zip Moving Inc has about 98% positive reviews across roughly 722 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.8.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Zip to Zip Moving Inc, and Zip to Zip Moving Inc makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Zip to Zip Moving Inc emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Moving made easy! The team was fantastic, very communicative, and worked so quickly. Nothing was damaged, and they built everything for us in our new space. Everything was done in less than 4 hours.
Zip to Zip Movers provided an outstanding experience from start to finish! They arrived promptly and maintained excellent communication. The team was friendly, professional, and careful with my belongings. Efficient work, affordable price. Highly impressed!
Which Utica movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Utica mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 4 Utica moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 2 of 4 Utica movers (50.0%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Soliman Movers And More (4.38/5) is Utica's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 1 of 4 Utica movers (25.0%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. EJA Moving & Storage (4.02/5) rates highest for antique care in Utica.
- Art packing: 1 of 4 Utica movers (25.0%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. EJA Moving & Storage (4.02/5) rates highest for art packing in Utica.
- Climate-controlled storage: 2 of 4 Utica movers (50.0%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Clinton Moving & Packaging, Inc. (4.08/5) is Utica's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 1 of 4 Utica movers (25.0%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Soliman Movers And More (4.38/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Utica.
How much does piano moving cost in Utica?
Piano moving is available from 2 of 4 Utica movers (50.0%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Soliman Movers And More leads Utica piano movers with a 4.38/5 moveBuddha score, followed by EJA Moving & Storage at 4.02/5. A standalone piano move in Utica typically costs $688 to $3,010, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Utica | Details |
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| Utica movers offering this | 2 of 4 (50.0%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Utica piano movers | Soliman Movers And More, EJA Moving & Storage |
| Upright piano | $688 to $1,290 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,032 to $2,150 |
| Grand piano | $1,548 to $3,010 |
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 Utica?
Antique handling is available from 1 of 4 Utica movers (25.0%), compared to 46.24% nationally. EJA Moving & Storage (4.02/5) and Reliable Movers and Removal (4.5/5) rate highest for antique care in Utica. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $860 to $2,150 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Utica | Details |
|---|---|
| Utica movers offering this | 1 of 4 (25.0%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Utica antique movers | EJA Moving & Storage, Reliable Movers and Removal |
| Added cost to a household move | $860 to $2,150 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $43 to $430 |
| Custom crating per item | $129 to $172 |
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 Utica?
Art packing is available from 1 of 4 Utica movers (25.0%), compared to 45.76% nationally. EJA Moving & Storage (4.02/5) and Reliable Movers and Removal (4.5/5) rate highest for art packing in Utica. Per-piece art handling in Utica runs $43 to $430, with custom crates adding $129 to $172 per item.
| Art packing in Utica | Details |
|---|---|
| Utica movers offering this | 1 of 4 (25.0%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Utica art movers | EJA Moving & Storage, Reliable Movers and Removal |
| Per-piece handling fee | $43 to $430 |
| Custom crating per item | $129 to $172 |
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 Utica?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 2 of 4 Utica movers (50.0%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Clinton Moving & Packaging, Inc. (4.08/5) and EJA Moving & Storage (4.02/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Utica. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $221/month in Utica.
| Climate-controlled storage in Utica | Details |
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| Utica movers offering this | 2 of 4 (50.0%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Utica providers | Clinton Moving & Packaging, Inc., EJA Moving & Storage |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $221 |
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 Utica?
Fragile-only packing is available from 1 of 4 Utica movers (25.0%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Soliman Movers And More (4.38/5) and Arnoff Moving & Storage (4.44/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Utica. 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 Utica | Details |
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| Utica movers offering this | 1 of 4 (25.0%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Utica providers | Soliman Movers And More, Arnoff Moving & Storage |
| 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 Utica?
Clinton Moving & Packaging, Inc. (4.08/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Utica, drawing on 141 verified customer reviews across New York. The Utica 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 Utica, NY
How much do movers cost in Utica, NY?
Local movers in Utica, NY charge by the hour. The NY average is $131/hour for a 2-person crew. Utica's top-rated mover is Clinton Moving & Packaging, Inc., earning a 4.08/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 141 verified customer reviews across New York.
Key cost factors for a Utica 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 Utica movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 25.0% of Utica movers (1.0 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 Utica across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 100.0% of Utica movers (4.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Utica movers (4.0 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 Utica include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Utica, NY 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 Utica movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Utica movers | Typical cost impact |
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| Full packing | 100.0% (4.0 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 ~$221/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 25.0% (1.0 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) | 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) | 50.0% (2.0 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 Utica offer senior, military, or other discounts?
Utica movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 141 verified customer reviews across New York. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Utica mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Utica movers are excluded. NY state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.
| Discount type | % of Utica movers | # of movers | Utica movers offering it | Data source |
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| Military | 25.0% | 1.0 | -- | Utica |
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 Utica
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 147 New York 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.
