The Best Maryland Moving Companies
Over the past 10 years, we’ve developed a rigorous review process to identify the absolute best moving companies. We look at:
Customer satisfaction (40%): The company consistently delivers services in a timely matter with good communication and within the estimated cost.
Dispute resolution (20%): Mistakes cannot be avoided in the moving industry. We look for companies that own their mistakes and make genuine efforts to fix any issues that arise during a move.
Industry reputation (15%): The company is well regarded within the moving industry and participates in industry conferences and organizations.
Online reputation (15%): The company maintains a professional website with accurate information. The company promptly and professionally responds to online customer inquiries.
Service options (10%): We look for companies with a deep breadth of services including full packing, storage, specialty item handling, expedited delivery, and more.
Allen & Son Moving & Storage
Years in Business: 33
DOT #: 1346296
3000 Druid Park Drive,Baltimore, MD 21215, US
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Services Offered
Move Distances
- International moves
Available services
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Pianos
- Art
- Antiques
- Crating
- Storage
Additional Information
Alternative Business Names
- Allen & Company Moving/Storage
- Allen & Son Movers
Charm City Movers
Years in Business: 15
DOT #: 1722979
3517 Langrehr Road,Baltimore, MD 21244, US
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Services Offered
Move Distances
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
Available services
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Crating
- Storage
Additional Information
Alternative Business Names
- C.H. Professional Moving LLC
Focus Movers Relocation Service
Years in Business: 9
4017 Wilsby Avenue,Baltimore, MD 21218, US
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Services Offered
Move Distances
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
Available services
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Crating
- Storage
Additional Information
Alternative Business Names
- Focus Movers
Olympia Moving & Storage
DOT #: 70719
4814 Frolich Ln,Hyattsville, MD 20781,
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Services Offered
Move Distances
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
- International moves
Available services
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Pianos
- Hot Tubs
- Pool Tables
- Art
- Antiques
- Grandfather clocks
- Crating
- Crane vans
- Shipment tracking
- Full-valuation coverage
- Storage
- Safes
Additional Information
- Pay by credit card
- Deposit Required
- DOT #: 70719
- State license #: 70719
- DOD certified
National Capital Movers
DOT #: 2969066
8508 Anniversary circle,Gaithersburg, MD 20877,
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Services Offered
Move Distances
- Local moves
- Interstate moves
Available services
- Packing
- Unpacking
- Offices
- Pianos
- Pool Tables
- Art
- Antiques
- Grandfather clocks
- Full-valuation coverage
- Storage
- Fragile-only packing
Additional Information
- Pay by credit card
- Deposit Required
- DOT #: 2969066
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Average moving company cost in Maryland
The pricing table below shows ballpark costs for local moves within Maryland. Or check out our post on the cost to move in Maryland for more pricing info.
Keep in mind the price ranges listed are only averages. Actual costs can vary greatly depending on the specific requirements of your move.
You can also check out our moving cost calculator for more accurate moving cost estimates.
Home Size | Avg. Total Cost | Cost/hour | # of Movers | # Hours |
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Studio | $427 | $145 | 2 movers | 3 hours |
1 Bedroom | $573 | $145 | 2 movers | 4 hours |
2 Bedroom | $893 | $204 | 3 movers | 5 hours |
3 Bedroom | $1,992 | $285 | 4 movers | 8 hours |
4 Bedroom | $2,277 | $285 | 4 movers | 9 hours |
5+ Bedroom | $3,475 | $399 | 5 movers | 10 hours |
- A Maryland mover will cost about $427 to move a studio locally.
- If you’re moving a 1 bedroom, a moving company in Maryland will charge about $573.
- A 2 bedroom move in Maryland will cost about $893.
- A 3 bedroom move costs $1,992 on average in Maryland.
- To move a 4 bedroom house in Maryland, you should expect to pay $2,277.
- For a house that’s 5 bedrooms or larger, your move will cost $3,475 in Maryland.
Other ways to move in Maryland
Although a professional mover will offer the most convenience and expertise, a rental truck or a moving container company may be a better choice for you.
Rental truck: You may be familiar with U-Haul,
these are the cheapest options but require you to handle the entire moving process yourself.
Moving containers: These are companies like PODS,
more expensive than truck rentals but cheaper than professional movers.
With these companies, you load the containers and they drive them to your new home.
Best Interstate Moving Companies
We’ve researched over 500 interstate moving companies, cross-referencing verified customer reviews, license data, insurance data, and federal complaint records to find you the best long distance moving companies in the industry.
Considerations for moving to Maryland
Maryland is a state with delicious food, ample economic opportunity, diverse outdoor activities, beautiful coastline, and rich history so it makes sense to want to move there. These are some of the things to keep in mind to help your move to the The Old Line State go smoothly:
Weather: Maryland has a wide array of climates, due to local variances in elevation, proximity to water, and protection from colder weather due to downslope winds.
The eastern half of Maryland — which includes the cities of Ocean City, Salisbury, Annapolis, and the southern and eastern suburbs of Washington, D.C., and Baltimore — lies on the Atlantic Coastal Plain, with flat topography and sandy or muddy soil. This region has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and a short, mild-to-cool winter
HOA Rules: Many neighborhoods and communities have rules about moving, have a smooth transition to your new home by checking ahead of time.
Elevator Reservation: If you’re moving to a building with an elevator,
there may be things you need to know ahead of time such as using a service elevator, time restrictions, or reservations.
Parking Permits: Some cities have rules about parking large vehicles.
Check with your new city ahead of time to ensure you have everything in order.
State Licensing: Although a local license is not required in Maryland, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. All of the movers on our list are fully licensed.
State Regulator: You can verify a Maryland moving license
and its status on the state regulator's official website.
Change of Address: You should submit your change of address form with USPS
at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forward to Maryland.
Mover's Insurance: Every state has its own requirements when it comes to insurance. Released Value Protection is the most economical option because it doesn’t cost anything. It is offered by movers at no additional charge, but the protection is minimal. Under this option, the mover is responsible for no more than 60 cents per pound per article. For example, if your mover lost or damaged a 50 inch TV weighing 25 pounds, you would only receive $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). If you need for the full value of your items to be covered, please consult with the moving company you're hiring for other options or a third-party insurance provider.
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