Best Movers Near Minot, ND (2026 Reviews)
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Roger Ward Moving & Storage is Minot's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 3.92/5 . moveBuddha scored 1 movers based in Minot out of 11 reviewed across North Dakota, drawing on 9 verified customer reviews across North Dakota.
Local movers in Minot charge by the hour. The ND average is $99/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Minot moving companies compare?
Minot's 1 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Minot, with a market average of 3.92/5, drawing on 9 verified customer reviews across North Dakota. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Minot from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Minot address.
Proximity to Minot 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3.92 |
82% | N/A |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Minot?
Roger Ward Moving & Storage is Minot's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 3.92/5.
Each review profile below covers pricing transparency, crew quality, and claims handling, the 3 factors most predictive of move-day outcome, alongside each company's BBB grade, years in business, and positive review rate.
moveBuddha scored 1 Minot movers drawing on 9 verified customer reviews across North Dakota, with a market average score of 3.92/5. Rankings include movers based in Minot 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.
- Roger Ward Moving & Storage: 3.92 out of 5 stars
Professional and polite staff
Careful handling
Highly recommended
Helpful movers
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.1
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Roger Ward Moving & Storage has been in business for many 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. Roger Ward Moving & Storage has about 82% positive reviews across roughly 38 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.0.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Roger Ward Moving & Storage.
Customer service 3.5
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Roger Ward Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
During the process of moving, these guys were very professional and handled my belongings with as much care as though it were their own. Highly recommend this company for your move as they will leave you feeling that your belongings are in good hands.
We recently completed another move with the help of this terrific company! In both cases we've hired them to load a rental truck. Loads were professionally packed with great care and balance. Reduces the stress of moving. Highly recommend!
Which Minot movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Minot mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 1 Minot moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 1 of 1 Minot movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Roger Ward Moving & Storage (3.92/5) is Minot's top-rated piano mover.
- Fragile-only packing: 1 of 1 Minot movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Roger Ward Moving & Storage (3.92/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Minot.
How much does piano moving cost in Minot?
Piano moving is available from 1 of 1 Minot movers (100.0%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Roger Ward Moving & Storage leads Minot piano movers with a 3.92/5 moveBuddha score. A standalone piano move in Minot typically costs $680 to $2,975, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Minot | Details |
|---|---|
| Minot movers offering this | 1 of 1 (100.0%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Minot piano movers | Roger Ward Moving & Storage |
| Upright piano | $680 to $1,275 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,020 to $2,125 |
| Grand piano | $1,530 to $2,975 |
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 fragile-only packing cost in Minot?
Fragile-only packing is available from 1 of 1 Minot movers (100.0%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Roger Ward Moving & Storage (3.92/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Minot. 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 Minot | Details |
|---|---|
| Minot movers offering this | 1 of 1 (100.0%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Minot providers | Roger Ward 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 Minot?
Roger Ward Moving & Storage (3.92/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Minot, drawing on 9 verified customer reviews across North Dakota. The Minot market averages 3.92/5 across 1 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Minot, ND
How much do movers cost in Minot, ND?
Local movers in Minot, ND charge by the hour. The ND average is $99/hour for a 2-person crew. Minot's top-rated mover is Roger Ward Moving & Storage, earning a 3.92/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 9 verified customer reviews across North Dakota.
Key cost factors for a Minot 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 Minot movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: available from select Minot 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 Minot across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 100.0% of Minot movers (1.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Minot movers (1.0 companies) offer full packing. Professional packing adds $0.15-$0.21 per pound on average.
DIY options like a rental truck or moving container reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's analysis. Use the moving cost calculator to get a market-specific baseline before collecting quotes.
What do full-service movers in Minot include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Minot, ND 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 Minot movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Minot movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100.0% (1.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Storage | 100.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$218/month |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 100.0% (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 Minot offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Minot 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 Minot
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 11 North Dakota 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.
