Best Movers Near New Baltimore, MI (2026 Reviews)

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving is New Baltimore's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.62/5 , followed by White Star Movers, Inc. at 4.48/5. moveBuddha scored 30 movers based in New Baltimore out of 84 reviewed across Michigan, drawing on 77 verified customer reviews across Michigan.

Local movers in New Baltimore charge by the hour. The MI average is $139/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.

How do New Baltimore moving companies compare?

New Baltimore's 30 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to New Baltimore, with a market average of 4.28/5, drawing on 77 verified customer reviews across Michigan. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve New Baltimore from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a New Baltimore address.

Proximity to New Baltimore 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.

Company Our rating Positive reviews BBB Quote
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4.62
93% B+
White Star Movers, Inc.
38 years in business
star star star star star
4.48
98% C
Palmer Moving Services
116 years in business
star star star star star
4.52
81% A+
star star star star star
4.52
73% A+
Preferred Moving & Storage
41 years in business
star star star star star
4.26
93% A+
star star star star star
4.3
92% F
Juggernauts Moving & Storage
7 years in business
star star star star star
4.36
91% B-
star star star star star
4.14
96% N/A
Corrigan Moving Systems
76 years in business
star star star star star
4.36
87% A+
Affordable Moving Services
13 years in business
star star star star star
4.34
88% B-

What are the top-rated moving companies in New Baltimore?

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving is New Baltimore's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.62/5, followed by White Star Movers, Inc. at 4.48/5.

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 30 New Baltimore movers drawing on 77 verified customer reviews across Michigan, with a market average score of 4.28/5. Rankings include movers based in New Baltimore 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.

  1. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving: 4.62 out of 5 stars
  2. White Star Movers, Inc.: 4.48 out of 5 stars
  3. Palmer Moving Services: 4.52 out of 5 stars
  4. O'Sullivan Moving & Storage CO.: 4.52 out of 5 stars
  5. Preferred Moving & Storage: 4.26 out of 5 stars
  6. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.3 out of 5 stars
  7. Juggernauts Moving & Storage: 4.36 out of 5 stars
  8. Metro Movers of Michigan, llc: 4.14 out of 5 stars
  9. Corrigan Moving Systems: 4.36 out of 5 stars
  10. Affordable Moving Services: 4.34 out of 5 stars
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Estate moves
  • Debris removal
  • Junk removal
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has been in business for 14 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 298 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.0.

Quote accuracy 4.1

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Very efficient, customer friendly and professional. Crew didn’t waste any time moving boxes, furniture and other items. Kudos to Vince N. and his crew. I will definitely request this crew when I schedule another appointment."

"My movers got there early, and were quick, friendly, and very professional. I highly recommend!"

DOT number
2378173
Address
832 W Eleven Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI, 48071
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Positive reviews
98%
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38
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4.7
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3.6
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Grandfather clock moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Crane/hoisting vans
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Shipment tracking
  • Full valuation coverage
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. White Star Movers, Inc. has been in business for 38 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. White Star Movers, Inc. has about 98% positive reviews across roughly 117 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.6.

Quote accuracy 4.1

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from White Star Movers, Inc..

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. White Star Movers, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.

Recent reviews

"Tyler and Liam were fast and extremely efficient yet very careful with all of our belongings. They moved anything we needed and made sure we were happy. Couldn’t be happier!"

"Had a good moving experience with the crew sent out. These guys were meticulous and I was shocked how smooth and professional the experience was."

DOT number
624288
Address
13038 Pauline Dr, Shelby Twp, MI, 48315
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Positive reviews
81%
Years active
116
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3.1
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Piano moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Palmer Moving Services has been in business for 116 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. Palmer Moving Services has about 81% positive reviews across roughly 250 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.1.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Palmer Moving Services.

Customer service 4.4

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Palmer Moving Services emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Palmer movers did a great job, the communication was great and the service was fantastic. The 3 movers were efficient, friendly and very patient and thorough."

"My 4 man crew arrived before 8 am and went straight to work. All were professional and polite. Move was fast and they even called to check on progress that day. Came in $1000 under estimate!"

DOT number
511993
Address
24660 Dequindre Road, Warren, MI, 48091
Payment methods
Credit Card
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Positive reviews
73%
Years active
44
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4.3
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3.1
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Piano moves
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. O'Sullivan Moving & Storage CO. has been in business for 44 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. O'Sullivan Moving & Storage CO. has about 73% positive reviews across roughly 320 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.1.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from O'Sullivan Moving & Storage CO..

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. O'Sullivan Moving & Storage CO. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Ryan, Larry and Corneil did an excellent job of moving our household. They were on time, careful with our things, and very professional. Everything arrived safely and on schedule. Highly recommend."

"This was my third time using O'Sullivan and I continue to be very happy with their service. All are friendly and knowledgeable. Special items were handled with great care. Highly recommend for your moving needs!"

DOT number
1660642
Address
2020 Bellaire Avenue, Royal Oak, MI, 48067
State license
20587
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Positive reviews
93%
Years active
41
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4.2
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3.8
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Grade A+
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Grandfather clock moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Debris removal
  • Junk removal
  • Storage available
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Available discounts

  • Senior discount
  • Military discount

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Preferred Moving & Storage has been in business for 41 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.

Review quality 3.8

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Preferred Moving & Storage has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 106 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.8.

Quote accuracy 4.2

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Preferred Moving & Storage, and Preferred Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront. Discounts may be available for groups like military, seniors.

Customer service 3.8

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Preferred Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

I moved from Lansing, MI to Chicago, IL. The price was great for such excellent service!! Travis and Lucas communicated well, were timely and most importantly, careful when moving my items. Nic did awesome setting everything up too!

The guys were AWESOME to work with, and very professional! They were on time, courteous, and very respectful. Nothing was damaged during the move as they took great care of all of our items. I would highly recommend them.

DOT number
746232
Address
42950 Executive Dr, Harrison Twp, MI, 48045
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4.3
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4.2
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Piano moves
  • Safe moving
  • Debris removal
  • Junk removal
  • Storage available
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves

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Industry experience 4.4

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for many 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. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 247 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.2.

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.

Recent reviews

"The movers were efficient, friendly, and handled everything with great care. They finished faster than estimated and helped set everything up. Highly recommend!"

"Setting up the move was super easy and pleasant thanks to my rep. The day of, the guys were professional, productive, and did a great job. We will be using you guys again!"

DOT number
2527384
Address
34113 Doreka Dr, Fraser, MI, 48026
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Positive reviews
91%
Years active
7
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4.3
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3.8
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Grade B-
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Piano moves
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 4.7

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Juggernauts Moving & Storage 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 3.8

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Juggernauts Moving & Storage has about 91% positive reviews across roughly 258 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.8.

Quote accuracy 4.1

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Juggernauts Moving & Storage.

Customer service 4.7

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Juggernauts Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Tim, Carlos, and Matt handled all of our belongings with great care, ensuring everything arrived in perfect condition. They were friendly and approachable, making the experience stress-free and enjoyable. Highly recommend their services!"

"Had a great moving experience with Josh and Matt. Incredibly professional, kind, and helpful. They were early, and I will be recommending them to friends and family. 5 star service!"

DOT number
3130181
Address
775 W Big Beaver Rd, Suite 2020, Troy, MI, 48084
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96%
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Grandfather clock moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Available discounts

  • Senior discount
  • Military discount

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Industry experience 4.1

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Metro Movers of Michigan, llc has been in business for many years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and intrastate moving.

Review quality 4.5

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Metro Movers of Michigan, llc has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 184 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 Metro Movers of Michigan, llc. Discounts may be available for groups like military, seniors.

Customer service 4.1

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Metro Movers of Michigan, llc emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Mike, Mikey, and Anthony did an excellent job on our move! They were patient, kind, funny, paid attention to the details, handled our items with great care and went the extra mile to make sure we were completely satisfied with their services!"

"Just completed our second move (us, and then my mother) with Metro Movers and can't recommend them highly enough. Mike, Mike, and Anthony were our team and they were exceptional. Everything was carefully handled, they worked quickly and efficiently, and the pricing was very fair."

DOT number
2930095
Address
51925 Gratiot Ave, Chesterfield, MI, 48051
State license
36961
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Positive reviews
87%
Years active
76
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Corrigan Moving Systems has been in business for 76 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. Corrigan Moving Systems has about 87% positive reviews across roughly 94 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.5.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Corrigan Moving Systems.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Corrigan Moving Systems emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"We just finished up an amazing move with Corrigan. Our team worked for nearly 4 days of packing, loading, and unloading. They took such care to secure all of our items and maintain our home. Highly recommend."

"From the moment they arrived, their friendliness and professionalism stood out. Justice took charge, organized everything, and they all packed carefully. Communication was clear and they were so efficient. Highly recommended!"

DOT number
77949
Address
2595 Featherstone Rd, Auburn Hills, MI, 48326
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Positive reviews
88%
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Antiques moving
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 4.7

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Affordable Moving Services has been in business for 13 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. Affordable Moving Services has about 88% positive reviews across roughly 200 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 Affordable Moving Services, and Affordable Moving Services makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 4.7

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Affordable Moving Services emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

Carlos and his team were great. Price was right, they were fast and efficient but still careful with all our stuff. Easy scheduling and perfectly on time. Went above and beyond. Highly recommended.

Affordable Moving Service LLC made my relocation effortless. From start to finish, their professionalism and efficiency were outstanding. The team arrived promptly, handled my belongings with care, and communicated effectively throughout. They completed the job quickly and flawlessly. Highly recommend!

DOT number
3130394
Address
3080 Greenwood St, Rochester Hills, MI, 48309
Payment methods
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Which New Baltimore movers offer specialty services?

Specialty moving services are not standard across every New Baltimore mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 30 New Baltimore moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:

  • Piano moving: 19 of 30 New Baltimore movers (63.33%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. White Star Movers, Inc. (4.48/5) is New Baltimore's top-rated piano mover.
  • Antique handling: 8 of 30 New Baltimore movers (26.67%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. White Star Movers, Inc. (4.48/5) rates highest for antique care in New Baltimore.
  • Art packing: 7 of 30 New Baltimore movers (23.33%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. White Star Movers, Inc. (4.48/5) rates highest for art packing in New Baltimore.
  • Climate-controlled storage: 12 of 30 New Baltimore movers (40.0%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. White Star Movers, Inc. (4.48/5) is New Baltimore's top-rated provider.
  • Fragile-only packing: 4 of 30 New Baltimore movers (13.33%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. White Star Movers, Inc. (4.48/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in New Baltimore.

How much does piano moving cost in New Baltimore?

Piano moving is available from 19 of 30 New Baltimore movers (63.33%), compared to 72.52% nationally. White Star Movers, Inc. leads New Baltimore piano movers with a 4.48/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Palmer Moving Services at 4.52/5. A standalone piano move in New Baltimore typically costs $784 to $3,430, depending on instrument type.

Piano moving in New Baltimore Details
New Baltimore movers offering this 19 of 30 (63.33%)
National average 72.52%
Top-rated New Baltimore piano movers White Star Movers, Inc., Palmer Moving Services
Upright piano $784 to $1,470
Baby grand piano $1,176 to $2,450
Grand piano $1,764 to $3,430

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 New Baltimore?

Antique handling is available from 8 of 30 New Baltimore movers (26.67%), compared to 46.24% nationally. White Star Movers, Inc. (4.48/5) and Preferred Moving & Storage (4.26/5) rate highest for antique care in New Baltimore. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $980 to $2,450 to the total cost.

Antique handling in New Baltimore Details
New Baltimore movers offering this 8 of 30 (26.67%)
National average 46.24%
Top-rated New Baltimore antique movers White Star Movers, Inc., Preferred Moving & Storage
Added cost to a household move $980 to $2,450
Per-piece handling fee $49 to $490
Custom crating per item $147 to $196

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 New Baltimore?

Art packing is available from 7 of 30 New Baltimore movers (23.33%), compared to 45.76% nationally. White Star Movers, Inc. (4.48/5) and Preferred Moving & Storage (4.26/5) rate highest for art packing in New Baltimore. Per-piece art handling in New Baltimore runs $49 to $490, with custom crates adding $147 to $196 per item.

Art packing in New Baltimore Details
New Baltimore movers offering this 7 of 30 (23.33%)
National average 45.76%
Top-rated New Baltimore art movers White Star Movers, Inc., Preferred Moving & Storage
Per-piece handling fee $49 to $490
Custom crating per item $147 to $196

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 New Baltimore?

Climate-controlled storage is available from 12 of 30 New Baltimore movers (40.0%), compared to 33.2% nationally. White Star Movers, Inc. (4.48/5) and Palmer Moving Services (4.52/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in New Baltimore. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $252/month in New Baltimore.

Climate-controlled storage in New Baltimore Details
New Baltimore movers offering this 12 of 30 (40.0%)
National average 33.2%
Top-rated New Baltimore providers White Star Movers, Inc., Palmer Moving Services
Storage-in-transit rate About $0.50 per cubic foot per month
1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) $252

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 New Baltimore?

Fragile-only packing is available from 4 of 30 New Baltimore movers (13.33%), compared to 23.83% nationally. White Star Movers, Inc. (4.48/5) and Preferred Moving & Storage (4.26/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in New Baltimore. 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 New Baltimore Details
New Baltimore movers offering this 4 of 30 (13.33%)
National average 23.83%
Top-rated New Baltimore providers White Star Movers, Inc., Preferred 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 New Baltimore?

Flex Moving & Storage (4.2/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in New Baltimore, drawing on 77 verified customer reviews across Michigan. The New Baltimore market averages 4.28/5 across 30 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.

Frequently asked questions: moving in New Baltimore, MI

How much do movers cost in New Baltimore, MI?

Local movers in New Baltimore, MI charge by the hour. The MI average is $139/hour for a 2-person crew. New Baltimore's top-rated mover is Flex Moving & Storage, earning a 4.2/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 77 verified customer reviews across Michigan.

Key cost factors for a New Baltimore 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: 20.0% of New Baltimore movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
  • Full valuation coverage: 10.0% of New Baltimore movers (3.0 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 New Baltimore across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 73.0% of New Baltimore movers (22.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
  • Packing services: 100.0% of New Baltimore movers (30.0 companies) offer full packing, and 83.0% 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 New Baltimore include, and what costs extra?

A standard full-service move in New Baltimore, MI 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 New Baltimore movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.

Add-on service % of New Baltimore movers Typical cost impact
Full packing 100.0% (30.0 companies) +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average
Packing materials 83.0% Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking
Storage 90.0% ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$252/month
Full valuation coverage 10.0% (3.0 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) 53.0% (16.0 companies) $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances)
Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) 70.0% (21.0 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 New Baltimore offer senior, military, or other discounts?

New Baltimore movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 77 verified customer reviews across Michigan. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 New Baltimore mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed New Baltimore movers are excluded. MI state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.

Discount type % of New Baltimore movers # of movers New Baltimore movers offering it Data source
Senior 13.0% 4.0 Preferred Moving & Storage, Metro Movers of Michigan, llc New Baltimore
Military 10.0% 3.0 Preferred Moving & Storage, Metro Movers of Michigan, llc New Baltimore

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 New Baltimore

moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 84 Michigan 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.