The Best Long-Distance Movers in Scottsdale, AZ
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The best long-distance mover in Scottsdale is NorthStar Moving Company (4.62/5) for in-state moves and Safeway Moving (4.9/5) for moves out of Arizona, per moveBuddha's analysis of 100 Arizona movers.
Who are the best interstate movers serving Scottsdale?
moveBuddha's top-rated interstate movers for Scottsdale residents moving out of Arizona are Safeway Moving (4.9/5), American Van Lines (4.9/5), Allied Van Lines (4.2/5), Mayzlin Relocation (4.8/5), and North American Van Lines (4.8/5). National carriers operate dedicated long-haul networks, carry interstate FMCSA authority, and price moves by weight and mileage, the standard model for cross-state relocations.
Who are the best long-distance movers in Scottsdale for in-state moves?
NorthStar Moving Company (4.62/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated Scottsdale-based mover for long-distance moves within Arizona, followed by TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.5/5) and Gilbert Moving & Storage (4.7/5). Of the 68 intrastate-capable movers serving Scottsdale, 67 offer full packing services, which can meaningfully reduce the physical load of a longer in-state move. Full rankings for local long-distance movers serving Scottsdale are listed below.
Below are moveBuddha's top picks for long-distance movers that serve Scottsdale but stay within Arizona:
- NorthStar Moving Company : 4.62 out of 5 stars
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Gilbert Moving & Storage: 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Camelback Moving: 4.62 out of 5 stars
- Just-In Time Moving & Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. NorthStar Moving Company has been in business for 30 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. NorthStar Moving Company has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 121 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from NorthStar Moving Company .
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. NorthStar Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Packers arrived on time, treated my items carefully, were efficient, were very professional and friendly. My items were delivered as promised on time and in excellent condition. Every contact I had with the office, packers and delivery people were positive and helpful."
"Outstanding service, value and overall experience was awesome. Don't look any further for a moving company."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for 26 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 76% positive reviews across roughly 267 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.1.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Isaac, Abel and Brandon were wonderful throughout our move last week. They protect our furniture and move items with care and are polite to move with. Highly recommend."
"Two Men and a Truck made my move from Arizona to Colorado so easy. Jessica was a dream to work with. John and Ian were very efficient, careful, and friendly. Not one item got lost or broken."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Gilbert Moving & Storage has been in business for 9 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. Gilbert Moving & Storage has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 357 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Gilbert 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. Gilbert Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"They were professional, quick, friendly, organized, and I am beyond grateful for all the work they saved me. Flat rate pricing well within my budget. For a no-hassle, stress-free move, definitely give these guys a call!"
"Everything got moved promptly. Nothing got damaged. The crew was communicative, transparent, and polite. Highly recommend this moving company. Jarred and moved everything safely."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Camelback Moving has been in business for 19 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. Camelback Moving has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 1297 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.7.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Camelback Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Camelback Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Mario and James made my move unbelievably easy. Was my first time moving on my own and they really cared for me like family! Absolutely recommend for an effortless move. Thank you guys so much!"
"My experience with Camelback Moving was fantastic from start to finish...Javier and his crew were on time, took really good care of our things, and communicated with us throughout the entire move. Best moving experience we've had thus far!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Just-In Time Moving & Storage has been in business for 21 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. Just-In Time Moving & Storage has about 98% positive reviews across roughly 222 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 instant email quotes from Just-In Time Moving & Storage, and Just-In Time Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Just-In Time Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"From booking to moving day, the team was quick, careful, and professional. They handled my belongings with care, were friendly, and came in under the quoted price. Highly recommend!"
"The entire process from start to finish took 2 hours and they handled everything with such care. And a great price too—less than the estimated quote! I cannot recommend JIT Moving enough!"
What add-on services do Scottsdale movers offer?
Not every mover in Scottsdale offers specialty services. Based on moveBuddha's review of 68 Scottsdale movers, here is what is available and how often:
- Art handling: offered by 51.47% of Scottsdale movers, compared to 47.0% statewide and 45.83% nationally.
- Junk removal: offered by 27.94% of Scottsdale movers, compared to 26.0% statewide and 36.39% nationally.
- Fragile-only packing: offered by 35.29% of Scottsdale movers, compared to 30.0% statewide and 23.87% nationally.
- Storage: offered by 83.82% of Scottsdale movers, compared to 79.0% statewide and 84.85% nationally.
- Hot tub relocation: offered by 32.35% of Scottsdale movers, compared to 28.0% statewide and 21.93% nationally.
- Piano moving: offered by 79.41% of Scottsdale movers, compared to 73.0% statewide and 72.52% nationally.
Specialty service costs below use moveBuddha's pricing dataset adjusted for Scottsdale's cost of living.
Does Scottsdale have movers that offer art handling?
Art handling is available from 35 of 68 Scottsdale movers (51.47%), compared to 47.0% statewide and 45.83% nationally. NorthStar Moving Company (4.62/5) and Just-In Time Moving & Storage (4.58/5) rate highest for art handling in Scottsdale. Per-piece handling runs $56 to $565, with custom crates adding $169 to $226 per item.
| Art handling in Scottsdale | Details |
|---|---|
| Scottsdale movers offering this | 35 of 68 (51.47%) |
| Arizona statewide | 47 of 100 (47.0%) |
| National average | 45.83% |
| Top-rated Scottsdale art movers | NorthStar Moving Company , Just-In Time Moving & Storage |
| Per-piece handling fee | $56 to $565 |
| Custom crating per item | $169 to $226 |
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.
Does Scottsdale have movers that offer junk removal?
Junk removal is available from 19 of 68 Scottsdale movers (27.94%), compared to 26.0% statewide and 36.39% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.5/5) and Beltmann Relocation Group (4.58/5) rate highest for junk removal in Scottsdale. Standalone junk removal typically runs $169 to $565 per load.
| Junk removal in Scottsdale | Details |
|---|---|
| Scottsdale movers offering this | 19 of 68 (27.94%) |
| Arizona statewide | 26 of 100 (26.0%) |
| National average | 36.39% |
| Top-rated Scottsdale junk removal movers | TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, Beltmann Relocation Group |
| Typical cost per load | $169 to $565 |
| Single large item | $85 to $169 |
Scheduling junk removal before your move date reduces the total weight of your shipment, which directly lowers costs on weight-based long-distance quotes. Movers that offer junk removal as an add-on can often coordinate pickup on the same day as loading, eliminating the need to schedule a separate crew.
Does Scottsdale have movers that offer fragile-only packing?
Fragile-only packing is available from 24 of 68 Scottsdale movers (35.29%), compared to 30.0% statewide and 23.87% nationally. Just-In Time Moving & Storage (4.58/5) and Beltmann Relocation Group (4.58/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Scottsdale. 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 Scottsdale | Details |
|---|---|
| Scottsdale movers offering this | 24 of 68 (35.29%) |
| Arizona statewide | 30 of 100 (30.0%) |
| National average | 23.87% |
| Top-rated Scottsdale providers | Just-In Time Moving & Storage, Beltmann Relocation Group |
| Full professional packing rate | $0.15 to $0.21 per pound |
Not every item needs professional packing. Dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps are the items most likely to break in transit and the items most worth paying a crew to pack. Fragile-only packing covers exactly those categories without a full-service packing contract, keeping the per-pound packing cost contained to the portion of the shipment that actually needs it.
Does Scottsdale have movers that offer storage?
Storage is available from 57 of 68 Scottsdale movers (83.82%), compared to 79.0% statewide and 84.85% nationally. NorthStar Moving Company (4.62/5) and TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.5/5) rate highest for storage in Scottsdale. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $290/month.
| Storage in Scottsdale | Details |
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| Scottsdale movers offering this | 57 of 68 (83.82%) |
| Arizona statewide | 79 of 100 (79.0%) |
| National average | 84.85% |
| Top-rated Scottsdale storage movers | NorthStar Moving Company , TWO MEN AND A TRUCK |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $290 |
| 2-3 bedroom monthly estimate (~1,000 cu ft) | $565 |
At $0.50 per cubic foot per month, storage-in-transit for a 1-bedroom load of about 514 cubic feet costs approximately $290 per month in Scottsdale. A 2 to 3 bedroom load near 1,000 cubic feet runs roughly $565 per month. The key question to ask any mover: does your valuation coverage extend to items held in storage?
Does Scottsdale have movers that offer hot tub relocation?
Hot tub relocation is available from 22 of 68 Scottsdale movers (32.35%), compared to 28.0% statewide and 21.93% nationally. Just-In Time Moving & Storage (4.58/5) and Beltmann Relocation Group (4.58/5) rate highest for hot tub moves in Scottsdale. Hot tub moves typically run $169 to $452 per item when bundled with a full-service move.
| Hot tub relocation in Scottsdale | Details |
|---|---|
| Scottsdale movers offering this | 22 of 68 (32.35%) |
| Arizona statewide | 28 of 100 (28.0%) |
| National average | 21.93% |
| Top-rated Scottsdale hot tub movers | Just-In Time Moving & Storage, Beltmann Relocation Group |
| Bundled with full-service move | $169 to $452 |
| Standalone hot tub move | $339 to $904 |
Hot tub moves require full drainage, a crew of at least 3, and specialized equipment including a flatbed dolly rated for the unit's weight. Empty hot tubs range from 500 to 1,000 lbs, and access conditions such as stairs, narrow gates, or sunken decks can add crane or shuttle fees that significantly raise the total cost. Confirm access logistics with the mover before the quote is finalized to avoid day-of surcharges.
Does Scottsdale have movers that offer piano moving?
Piano moving is available from 54 of 68 Scottsdale movers (79.41%), compared to 73.0% statewide and 72.52% nationally. NorthStar Moving Company (4.62/5) and TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.5/5) rate highest for piano moving in Scottsdale. A standalone piano move typically costs $904 to $3,955, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Scottsdale | Details |
|---|---|
| Scottsdale movers offering this | 54 of 68 (79.41%) |
| Arizona statewide | 73 of 100 (73.0%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Scottsdale piano movers | NorthStar Moving Company , TWO MEN AND A TRUCK |
| Upright piano | $904 to $1,695 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,356 to $2,825 |
| Grand piano | $2,034 to $3,955 |
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.
Who are the best movers in Scottsdale for small long-distance moves?
NorthStar Moving Company leads Scottsdale's small-move providers with a 4.62/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Gilbert Moving & Storage at 4.7/5. DIY options like moving containers and rental trucks reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving and are worth comparing for loads under 3,000 pounds.
What are the best moving containers for long-distance moves from Scottsdale?
Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5), U-Pack (5.0/5), and MovingYourself (5.0/5) are moveBuddha's top-rated container options for moves out of Scottsdale. Moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, making them the most cost-effective option for Scottsdale residents who can handle their own loading and unloading. Container pricing varies by distance, container size, and the number of units required, so use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare quotes for your specific move before committing to a provider.
What are the best labor-only movers in Scottsdale?
40 of 68 Scottsdale movers (58.82%) offer labor-only services, compared to 57.0% statewide and 54.55% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.5/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated labor-only mover in Scottsdale, followed by Gilbert Moving & Storage (4.7/5). Labor-only movers handle loading and unloading without providing a truck, making them the right fit for Scottsdale residents who plan to drive themselves or who have rented their own vehicle. Combining a labor-only crew with a rental truck or moving container reduces total move cost by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's pricing dataset.
What are the best moving truck rentals for long-distance Scottsdale moves?
Budget Truck Rental, Penske Truck Rental, and U-Haul Truck Rental are moveBuddha's top-rated rental truck options for a DIY move out of Scottsdale. A truck rental is the cheapest way to move out of state for those willing to handle both the loading and the driving. For moves over 500 miles, a local mover and a national mover price a rental truck the same, so distance alone does not change which provider to choose. Use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare total DIY costs against container and full-service quotes before committing.
How much does it cost to hire long-distance movers in Scottsdale?
Moving costs across Arizona range from $282 for a studio (2 movers, 3 hours at $119/hour) to $2,775 for a 5+ bedroom home (5 movers, 10 hours), according to moveBuddha's analysis of Arizona mover quotes. The table below shows Arizona statewide averages by home size. Your actual cost in Scottsdale will vary based on distance, access conditions, and your mover's pricing model.
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| Home size | Estimated interstate cost from Arizona* |
|---|---|
| Studio apartment | $282 |
| 1-bedroom home or apartment | $401 |
| 2-bedroom home or apartment | $662 |
| 3-bedroom home | $1,562 |
| 4-bedroom home | $1,795 |
| 5+ bedroom home | $2,775 |
*Estimated costs above are based on varying types of moves that cross state lines in Arizona. All exceed 150 miles, but might remain below 1,500. Your price depends on inventory, distance, timing, service level, and more.
Data reflects Arizona statewide averages based on moveBuddha's analysis of mover quotes collected.
What affects moving costs in Scottsdale?
Here are some additional cost considerations for your long-distance Scottsdale move:
- Distance: The farther you move from Scottsdale, the more you pay. A short intrastate move costs far less than a cross-country relocation. Once you cross state lines, pricing structure changes entirely and costs rise considerably.
- Home size and weight: Movers price local moves by the hour and interstate moves by total shipment weight. Downsizing before your move reduces both your bill and your packing time.
- Move type: Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most. DIY options like rental trucks or moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service, according to moveBuddha data.
- Add-on services: Professional packing adds an average of $0.15–$0.21 per pound. Shuttle service, if required, adds $0.08–$0.12 per pound with minimums often starting around $200.
- Timing: Summer moves (May through September) carry the highest rates. Mid-month and mid-week bookings are consistently cheaper than weekend or month-end dates.
FAQs about the best long-distance movers in Scottsdale
What licenses does a long-distance mover in Scottsdale need?
58 of the 68 movers moveBuddha has reviewed in Scottsdale hold a valid FMCSA registration and USDOT number — the 2 federal credentials required before any company can transport household goods across state lines. All movers recommended on this page carry both. Confirm any company's status independently in the FMCSA's carrier database.
The FMCSA's Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move covers what to expect during an interstate move and what protections apply at every stage.
Should I hire locally or go national when moving from Scottsdale?
Local Scottsdale movers offer the best value for moves within Arizona, with average hourly rates of $156 across the 68 movers moveBuddha has reviewed in the area. 58 of those hold FMCSA interstate authorization for cross-state routes. The top-rated options on this page cover both.
For moves that cross into another state, national carriers bring purpose-built long-distance logistics, a meaningful advantage when coordinating a move over a long distance.
When is the cheapest time of year to move away from Scottsdale?
Movers in Scottsdale run slowest in November and December, when temperatures drop to an average low of 42°F and moving demand falls well below its summer peak. Reduced competition for mover calendars creates a genuine window to push back on the initial estimate. Off-peak moves in Scottsdale typically come with better availability and shorter booking lead times than any other time of year.
What are the cheapest ways to move out of Scottsdale?
DIY moving is the most affordable option out of the The West's Most Western Town, especially within 50 miles. moveBuddha's research shows that rental trucks and moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% versus full-service movers. The cheapest options are renting a moving truck like U-Haul or a moving container like PODS. For longer moves, our guide to the cheapest ways to move out of state covers additional cost-cutting strategies.
