Best Movers Near Zanesville, OH (2026 Reviews)
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MVM Moving & Storage is Zanesville's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.8/5 , followed by Integrity Moving & Storage at 4.58/5. moveBuddha scored 1 movers based in Zanesville out of 99 reviewed across Ohio, drawing on 94 verified customer reviews across Ohio.
Local movers in Zanesville charge by the hour. The OH average is $122/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Zanesville moving companies compare?
Zanesville's 1 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Zanesville, with a market average of 4.34/5, drawing on 94 verified customer reviews across Ohio. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Zanesville from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Zanesville address.
Proximity to Zanesville 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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97% | A+ | ||
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4.58 |
94% | A+ | ||
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4.64 |
84% | A+ | ||
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4.58 |
87% | B- | ||
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4.34 |
100% | A+ | ||
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4.64 |
92% | A+ | ||
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4.38 |
79% | N/A | ||
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4.42 |
53% | A+ | ||
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4.44 |
100% | A+ | ||
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4.36 |
98% | A+ |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Zanesville?
MVM Moving & Storage is Zanesville's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.8/5, followed by Integrity Moving & Storage 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 1 Zanesville movers drawing on 94 verified customer reviews across Ohio, with a market average score of 4.34/5. Rankings include movers based in Zanesville 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.
- MVM Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Integrity Moving & Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
- Leaders Moving & Storage Co.: 4.64 out of 5 stars
- Dearman Moving & Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
- Moyer's Movers: 4.34 out of 5 stars
- E.E. Ward Moving & Storage: 4.64 out of 5 stars
- Hercules Movers LLC: 4.38 out of 5 stars
- Lewis & Michael Moving and Storage: 4.42 out of 5 stars
- Lift With A Twist LLC: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- Blue Men Moving LLC: 4.36 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. MVM Moving & Storage has been in business for 21 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. MVM Moving & Storage has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 257 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.2.
Quote accuracy 4.4
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from MVM Moving & Storage. Discounts may be available for groups like military, seniors, law enforcement.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. MVM Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"If moving were an Olympic sport, Jervonte from MVM Moving & Storage would get the gold medal. He treated my furniture like it was museum-quality. On time, organized, and careful—skip the gimmicks, go with MVM."
"My moving experience with MVM was seamless. Tristan and Floyd arrived promptly, were efficient, and treated my belongings with respect and care. They helped disassemble complex furniture too. Impeccable service! Highly recommend!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Integrity Moving & Storage has been in business for 21 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. Integrity Moving & Storage has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 252 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 Integrity Moving & Storage. Discounts may be available for groups like seniors.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Integrity Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The guys moved my piano with such care and expertise! I would highly recommend. I am super grateful for the care they took with my special item."
"From the first phone call to the last piece of furniture, very professional, careful and cautious. Would 100% recommend."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Leaders Moving & Storage Co. has been in business for 32 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. Leaders Moving & Storage Co. has about 84% positive reviews across roughly 369 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.2.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Leaders Moving & Storage Co..
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Leaders Moving & Storage Co. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The guys were on time, quick, and careful with our items. Absolutely would recommend Leaders Moving for all your moving needs. Thanks for making a stressful day go so smoothly."
"Kevin and his crew were extremely professional and hardworking. They cared for our furniture as if it were their own and took great care placing it. Can't say enough positive things about these fine young men!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Dearman Moving & Storage has been in business for 81 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. Dearman Moving & Storage has about 87% positive reviews across roughly 77 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.3.
Quote accuracy 4.3
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Dearman Moving & Storage. Discounts may be available for groups like military, seniors.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Dearman Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The teams for packup and for delivery & unloading were helpful, friendly, & professional. They wrapped my furniture securely and placed everything where I wanted. Highly recommend Dearman for your moving needs!"
"Smooth operation from start to finish. The estimate was reasonable, crews were friendly and hardworking, and they paid attention to the details. Will definitely recommend Dearman."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Moyer's Movers has been in business for 11 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like intrastate moving and office moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Moyer's Movers has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 11 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.9.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Moyer's Movers.
Customer service 3.8
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Moyer's Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Patrick and Zach were very nice and took great care of my furniture. They stayed right on schedule and made sure all the furniture was packed appropriately and safely. Highly recommend this moving company."
"Communication was so professional and clear throughout the process. We had two teams move our 6000 sq foot house in record time! Nothing scratched or broke. Super polite and respectful. Cost even less than quoted!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. E.E. Ward Moving & Storage has been in business for 145 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. E.E. Ward Moving & Storage has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 256 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 E.E. Ward Moving & Storage.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. E.E. Ward Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"The crew communicated extremely well leading up to, during and after our move. The virtual tour was helpful. Everything was loaded up quickly, and there was no damage to belongings or property. Highly recommend!"
"All staff were friendly and helpful, and somehow kept their collective sense of humor despite the hard work. Much thanks to EE Ward for safely setting our little family on our way."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Hercules Movers LLC has been in business for 13 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. Hercules Movers LLC has about 79% positive reviews across roughly 263 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.8.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Hercules Movers LLC.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Hercules Movers LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Tommy and Peterson moved all our belongings quickly without sacrificing care or attention to detail. They were friendly and truly made it an enjoyable, hassle-free process. Highly recommend their team!"
"Booking was simple, movers arrived on time, super friendly, and careful not to damage anything. Prices were fair, and they finished within the estimated time. Would definitely recommend Hercules Movers!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Lewis & Michael Moving and Storage has been in business for 76 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. Lewis & Michael Moving and Storage has about 53% positive reviews across roughly 34 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.0.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Lewis & Michael Moving and Storage. Discounts may be available for groups like AAA members.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Lewis & Michael Moving and Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Jimmy and the team at Lewis and Michael did a fantastic job moving us. Great communication and a willingness to go the extra mile, and zero damage. Would highly recommend for your next move."
"I recently used Lewis and Micheal movers. The experience was fantastic. They were quick, professional, and dressed nice. I will definitely use Lewis and Micheal in the future if I move again."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Lift With A Twist LLC has been in business for 3 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. Lift With A Twist LLC has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 10 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 instant email quotes from Lift With A Twist LLC.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Lift With A Twist LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Tenille and her team are fantastic! They went above and beyond with my move. My antique hall tree and treadmill were handled so well and professionally. I highly recommend Lift with a Twist!
This company is great they answered immediately, response time was amazing and the quality of service was top notch.
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Blue Men Moving LLC 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. Blue Men Moving LLC has about 98% positive reviews across roughly 235 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 instant email quotes from Blue Men Moving LLC.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Blue Men Moving LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Fantastic and professional service! Miles & Kai arrived on time and immediately got to work. Excellent communication from scheduling to finish. Highly recommend! Thank you, Blue Men Moving, for taking the heavy lifting off of my hands."
"Chase and James went above and beyond. They were professional, personable, and made the entire process smooth. Caleb and Ed are really terrific. Thank you all for a smooth move!!"
Which Zanesville movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Zanesville mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 1 Zanesville moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Climate-controlled storage: 1 of 1 Zanesville movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. MVM Moving & Storage (4.8/5) is Zanesville's top-rated provider.
How much does climate-controlled storage cost in Zanesville?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 1 of 1 Zanesville movers (100.0%), compared to 33.2% nationally. MVM Moving & Storage (4.8/5) and Integrity Moving & Storage (4.58/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Zanesville. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $195/month in Zanesville.
| Climate-controlled storage in Zanesville | Details |
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| Zanesville movers offering this | 1 of 1 (100.0%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Zanesville providers | MVM Moving & Storage, Integrity Moving & Storage |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $195 |
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.
What is the top-rated moving company in Zanesville?
MVM Moving & Storage (4.8/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Zanesville, drawing on 94 verified customer reviews across Ohio. The Zanesville market averages 4.34/5 across 1 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Zanesville, OH
How much do movers cost in Zanesville, OH?
Local movers in Zanesville, OH charge by the hour. The OH average is $122/hour for a 2-person crew. Zanesville's top-rated mover is MVM Moving & Storage, earning a 4.8/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 94 verified customer reviews across Ohio.
Key cost factors for a Zanesville 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 Zanesville movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 100.0% of Zanesville 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 Zanesville across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Zanesville movers (1.0 companies) offer full packing. Professional packing adds $0.15-$0.21 per pound on average.
DIY options like a rental truck or moving container reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's analysis. Use the moving cost calculator to get a market-specific baseline before collecting quotes.
What do full-service movers in Zanesville include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Zanesville, OH 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 Zanesville movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Zanesville movers | Typical cost impact |
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| Full packing | 100.0% (1.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Storage | 100.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$195/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 100.0% (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) | 100.0% (1.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Access fees (stairs, elevator, long carry, shuttle) | Situational | $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly; shuttle service adds $0.08-$0.12 per pound with minimums starting around $200 |
Every add-on above requires written confirmation before booking. A binding estimate locks the final price. A non-binding estimate can change based on actual weight or time. See the hidden and unexpected moving costs guide for a full breakdown of what to request in writing.
Do movers in Zanesville offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Zanesville 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 Zanesville
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 99 Ohio 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.
