Best Movers Near Nantucket, MA (2026 Reviews)
Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. is Nantucket's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.42/5 , followed by Long Moving & Storage, LLC at 4.5/5. moveBuddha scored 2 movers based in Nantucket out of 106 reviewed across Massachusetts, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts.
Local movers in Nantucket charge by the hour. The MA average is $101/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Nantucket moving companies compare?
Nantucket's 2 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Nantucket, with a market average of 4.35/5, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Nantucket from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Nantucket address.
Proximity to Nantucket 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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What are the top-rated moving companies in Nantucket?
Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. is Nantucket's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.42/5, followed by Long Moving & Storage, LLC at 4.5/5.
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 2 Nantucket movers drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts, with a market average score of 4.35/5. Rankings include movers based in Nantucket 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.
- Vanguard Moving Services, Inc.: 4.42 out of 5 stars
- Long Moving & Storage, LLC: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Cape Cod Moving & Storage: 4.28 out of 5 stars
- Gentle Giant Moving Company: 4.64 out of 5 stars
- Liberty Moving & Storage, Inc.: 4.34 out of 5 stars
- Bristol-Plymouth Moving & Storage, Inc.: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- Scott Relocation Services, Inc.: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- Minutemen Moving: 4.22 out of 5 stars
- Kilroy Brothers Moving: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- New Generation Moving & Storage, LLC: 4.38 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. has been in business for 23 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. Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. has about 74% positive reviews across roughly 101 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.4.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Vanguard Moving Services, Inc..
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The entire process was seamless, easy, and fast (so fast!), but what really made a difference was the quality of the people who worked on our move. Communicated well and treated us kindly. All our items arrived in great condition."
"We had several quotes and Vanguard was not the least expensive. However, every mover impressed us. They handled everything with outstanding care as if it was their own. Worth every penny for the obvious quality and peace of mind!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Long Moving & Storage, LLC has been in business for 8 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. Long Moving & Storage, LLC has about 77% positive reviews across roughly 103 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.1.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Long Moving & Storage, LLC.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Long Moving & Storage, LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Selling and buying a home is stressful. Thank god the actual moving part wasn’t. These guys are true pro’s...Very courteous, respectful and treated our belongings like we would. Do yourself a favor and use them."
"Perfection...Dante and Nate were my movers. They were great from start to finish. Wrapped everything...took their time to make sure everything was perfect...Moved me fast. Highly recommend."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Cape Cod Moving & Storage has been in business for 26 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. Cape Cod Moving & Storage has an average Yelp rating of 4.1.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Cape Cod Moving & Storage.
Customer service 3.5
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Cape Cod Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Gentle Giant Moving Company has been in business for 43 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. Gentle Giant Moving Company has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 50 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.2.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Gentle Giant Moving Company.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Gentle Giant Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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This is my fifth move with Gentle Giant, and both of my teams were unfailingly kind, efficient, patient, speedy, and lovely to work with.
Every person that I dealt with, from my first inquiry to the completion of my move, was professional, competent and courteous. Chuck and his crew did an awesome job carefully wrapping items... Highly recommend Gentle Giant.
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Liberty Moving & Storage, Inc. has been in business for 22 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. Liberty Moving & Storage, Inc. has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 62 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.7.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Liberty Moving & Storage, Inc., and Liberty Moving & Storage, Inc. makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Liberty Moving & Storage, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Preston and his crew were professional and courteous. They took great care of our belongings and worked hard to make the move easy for us."
"Quick yet careful with everything. Pricing was very good. I can't recommend this moving company enough."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Bristol-Plymouth Moving & Storage, Inc. has been in business for 43 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. Bristol-Plymouth Moving & Storage, Inc. has about 88% positive reviews across roughly 49 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.
Quote accuracy 3.7
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Bristol-Plymouth Moving & Storage, Inc..
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Bristol-Plymouth Moving & Storage, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"They were very communicative and accommodating. Flexible with appointment times, prompt and courteous. Very professional and well-mannered. Everything went smoothly and I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again."
"Fantastic movers! Polite, efficient, on time, moved two power recliners with zero damage. Price was right and the two guys were experienced."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Scott Relocation Services, Inc. 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 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Scott Relocation Services, Inc. has about 89% positive reviews across roughly 46 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Scott Relocation Services, Inc..
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Scott Relocation Services, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The team at Scott Relocation exceeded my expectations. They communicated with me throughout each step and were knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient. They accommodated unique requests and made my cross-country move seamless."
"Fabulous experience from start to finish. Both move out and move in crews protected entryways, padded runners, and were hardworking, friendly guys. I've used various moving options in the past, and Scott Relocation was the best."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Minutemen Moving 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 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Minutemen Moving has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 15 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Minutemen Moving.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Minutemen Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Carlos, Brian, and Dave were amazing, professional, quick, and efficient. The entire process was so smooth and easy from start to finish. Accurate estimate helped budget. Highly recommend!
Carlos & Brian were awesome! Their experience made a challenging move easy, I highly recommend Minutemen Moving!
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Kilroy Brothers Moving has been in business for 53 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. Kilroy Brothers Moving has about 71% positive reviews across roughly 62 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.4.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Kilroy Brothers Moving.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Kilroy Brothers Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Kilroy killed it again!! Timmy, Ricky, and Steven were on time, professional, funny, and crushed our move that we were ill-prepared for! They worked quickly and efficiently. Would call them back!"
"Kilroy Brothers sent Steve, Tom, Junior and Scott. They were extremely professional, hard working, and handled our belongings with respect and care. Price was reasonable. Highly recommend this Company."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. New Generation Moving & Storage, LLC has been in business for 16 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. New Generation Moving & Storage, LLC has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 143 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from New Generation Moving & Storage, LLC.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. New Generation Moving & Storage, LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Our sales rep Kurt was awesome! Friendly, fun movers got everything done efficiently and without damage. Highly recommend New Generation Moving & Storage!"
"The movers were polite, helpful and I would recommend."
Which Nantucket movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Nantucket mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 2 Nantucket 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 2 Nantucket movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. (4.42/5) is Nantucket's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 2 of 2 Nantucket movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. (4.42/5) rates highest for antique care in Nantucket.
- Art packing: 2 of 2 Nantucket movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. (4.42/5) rates highest for art packing in Nantucket.
- Climate-controlled storage: 1 of 2 Nantucket movers (50.0%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Long Moving & Storage, LLC (4.5/5) is Nantucket's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 1 of 2 Nantucket movers (50.0%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Cape Cod Moving & Storage (4.28/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Nantucket.
How much does piano moving cost in Nantucket?
Piano moving is available from 2 of 2 Nantucket movers (100.0%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. leads Nantucket piano movers with a 4.42/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Long Moving & Storage, LLC at 4.5/5. A standalone piano move in Nantucket typically costs $800 to $3,500, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Nantucket | Details |
|---|---|
| Nantucket movers offering this | 2 of 2 (100.0%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Nantucket piano movers | Vanguard Moving Services, Inc., Long Moving & Storage, LLC |
| Upright piano | $800 to $1,500 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,200 to $2,500 |
| Grand piano | $1,800 to $3,500 |
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 Nantucket?
Antique handling is available from 2 of 2 Nantucket movers (100.0%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. (4.42/5) and Cape Cod Moving & Storage (4.28/5) rate highest for antique care in Nantucket. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,000 to $2,500 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Nantucket | Details |
|---|---|
| Nantucket movers offering this | 2 of 2 (100.0%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Nantucket antique movers | Vanguard Moving Services, Inc., Cape Cod Moving & Storage |
| Added cost to a household move | $1,000 to $2,500 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $50 to $500 |
| Custom crating per item | $150 to $200 |
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 Nantucket?
Art packing is available from 2 of 2 Nantucket movers (100.0%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. (4.42/5) and Long Moving & Storage, LLC (4.5/5) rate highest for art packing in Nantucket. Per-piece art handling in Nantucket runs $50 to $500, with custom crates adding $150 to $200 per item.
| Art packing in Nantucket | Details |
|---|---|
| Nantucket movers offering this | 2 of 2 (100.0%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Nantucket art movers | Vanguard Moving Services, Inc., Long Moving & Storage, LLC |
| Per-piece handling fee | $50 to $500 |
| Custom crating per item | $150 to $200 |
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 Nantucket?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 1 of 2 Nantucket movers (50.0%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Long Moving & Storage, LLC (4.5/5) and Cape Cod Moving & Storage (4.28/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Nantucket. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $257/month in Nantucket.
| Climate-controlled storage in Nantucket | Details |
|---|---|
| Nantucket movers offering this | 1 of 2 (50.0%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Nantucket providers | Long Moving & Storage, LLC, Cape Cod Moving & Storage |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $257 |
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 Nantucket?
Fragile-only packing is available from 1 of 2 Nantucket movers (50.0%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Cape Cod Moving & Storage (4.28/5) and Liberty Moving & Storage, Inc. (4.34/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Nantucket. 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 Nantucket | Details |
|---|---|
| Nantucket movers offering this | 1 of 2 (50.0%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Nantucket providers | Cape Cod Moving & Storage, Liberty Moving & Storage, Inc. |
| 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 Nantucket?
Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. (4.42/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Nantucket, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts. The Nantucket market averages 4.35/5 across 2 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Nantucket, MA
How much do movers cost in Nantucket, MA?
Local movers in Nantucket, MA charge by the hour. The MA average is $101/hour for a 2-person crew. Nantucket's top-rated mover is Vanguard Moving Services, Inc., earning a 4.42/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 90 verified customer reviews across Massachusetts.
Key cost factors for a Nantucket 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 Nantucket movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: available from select Nantucket movers. The default released-value protection covers only $0.60 per pound. Full valuation coverage costs extra and covers replacement value.
- Hours on-site: local moves bill by the clock. Home size, floor access, elevator waits, and how much packing work the crew handles are the primary time drivers.
- Long-distance pricing: moves leaving Nantucket across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 100.0% of Nantucket movers (2.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Nantucket movers (2.0 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 Nantucket include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Nantucket, MA 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 Nantucket movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Nantucket movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100.0% (2.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 50.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 100.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$257/month |
| Crating (fragile/high-value items) | 100.0% (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% (1.0 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 Nantucket offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Nantucket 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 Nantucket
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 106 Massachusetts 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.