The Best Long-Distance Movers in Durham, NH
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The best long-distance mover in Durham is William C. Huff Moving & Storage (4.58/5) for in-state moves and Safeway Moving (4.9/5) for moves out of New Hampshire, per moveBuddha's analysis of 22 New Hampshire movers.
Who are the best interstate movers serving Durham?
moveBuddha's top-rated interstate movers for Durham residents moving out of New Hampshire 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 Durham for in-state moves?
William C. Huff Moving & Storage (4.58/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated Durham-based mover for long-distance moves within New Hampshire, followed by Preferred Movers (4.58/5) and Bridges Bros. Movers (4.44/5). Of the 24 intrastate-capable movers serving Durham, 23 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 Durham are listed below.
Below are moveBuddha's top picks for long-distance movers that serve Durham but stay within New Hampshire:
- William C. Huff Moving & Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
- Preferred Movers: 4.58 out of 5 stars
- Bridges Bros. Movers: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- Gentle Giant Moving Company: 4.38 out of 5 stars
- Trend Moving & Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. William C. Huff Moving & Storage has been in business for 117 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. William C. Huff Moving & Storage has about 99% positive reviews across roughly 149 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.9.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from William C. Huff Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. William C. Huff Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Moving is usually stressful, but everyone at William C Huff made this process so smooth. The guys had a wonderful system to be efficient while being very delicate with the furniture and the items they were moving."
"Just had this company move us. I couldn't be more pleased in the process and care these great people gave our belongings. The guys worked hard to ensure our move was a success. Highly recommend."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Preferred Movers 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 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Preferred Movers has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 272 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.8.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Preferred Movers.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Preferred Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"Movers were professional and great to work with. Highly recommend Preferred Movers. They took apart my bedroom set and put it back together and carefully handled all furniture. Thank you!"
"I had never hired movers before and was nervous, but Preferred Movers finished in time, were careful with my stuff, and very professional. Not a single item damaged. Will hire again!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Bridges Bros. Movers has been in business for 106 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. Bridges Bros. Movers has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 238 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.8.
Quote accuracy 3.8
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Bridges Bros. Movers, and Bridges Bros. Movers makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Bridges Bros. Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The crew we worked with were very professional, amenable and extremely pleasant. They made sure our belongings were secure and wrapped for protection...our move was almost enjoyable."
"Eric, Jimmy, Seth, and Colby were all amazing! Eric clearly knows his stuff...They were super convivial while also being super efficient. ...I can't recommend these movers enough...I'd hire Bridges Bros again in a second!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Gentle Giant Moving Company has been in business for 44 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. Gentle Giant Moving Company has about 83% positive reviews across roughly 12 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
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 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Gentle Giant Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Very pleased with our moving experience with Gentle Giant in Portsmouth. It was easy communicating with the office leading up to the move. Then on the day of, our crew, Matt, Patrick, and Austin, were great! On time, polite, and professional.
Great communication from beginning to end. Fantastic team of movers, Brandon was head and so pleasant. Not a scratch anywhere. We would certainly recommend highly.
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Trend Moving & Storage 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 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Trend Moving & Storage has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 297 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.7.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Trend Moving & Storage.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Trend Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The most courteous and professional group of movers. They were fast, efficient and cared about every single item they picked up and loaded onto their trucks! ...We had the best moving experience and appreciate your hard work!"
"From start to finish the most professional, friendly, responsive crew we could have chosen. Their quote to move us was spot on, the moving crew took great care with our items and communication was top notch. Highly recommended!"
What add-on services do Durham movers offer?
Not every mover in Durham offers specialty services. Based on moveBuddha's review of 24 Durham movers, here is what is available and how often:
- Art handling: offered by 37.5% of Durham movers, compared to 40.91% statewide and 45.83% nationally.
- Junk removal: offered by 45.83% of Durham movers, compared to 40.91% statewide and 36.39% nationally.
- Fragile-only packing: offered by 29.17% of Durham movers, compared to 27.27% statewide and 23.87% nationally.
- Storage: offered by 95.83% of Durham movers, compared to 100.0% statewide and 84.85% nationally.
- Hot tub relocation: offered by 20.83% of Durham movers, compared to 18.18% statewide and 21.93% nationally.
- Piano moving: offered by 83.33% of Durham movers, compared to 86.36% statewide and 72.52% nationally.
Specialty service costs below use moveBuddha's pricing dataset adjusted for Durham's cost of living.
Does Durham have movers that offer art handling?
Art handling is available from 9 of 24 Durham movers (37.5%), compared to 40.91% statewide and 45.83% nationally. William C. Huff Moving & Storage (4.58/5) and Bridges Bros. Movers (4.44/5) rate highest for art handling in Durham. Per-piece handling runs $52 to $515, with custom crates adding $155 to $206 per item.
| Art handling in Durham | Details |
|---|---|
| Durham movers offering this | 9 of 24 (37.5%) |
| New Hampshire statewide | 9 of 22 (40.91%) |
| National average | 45.83% |
| Top-rated Durham art movers | William C. Huff Moving & Storage, Bridges Bros. Movers |
| Per-piece handling fee | $52 to $515 |
| Custom crating per item | $155 to $206 |
Framed artwork and sculpture face 3 distinct risks in transit: UV exposure, humidity fluctuation, and impact fractures. Standard moving blankets mitigate only the third and only partially. Art movers use archival materials and custom crates sized to each piece to address all 3. Direct experience with the specific media, whether oil on canvas, bronze, or photography, matters more than general fine art credentials.
Does Durham have movers that offer junk removal?
Junk removal is available from 11 of 24 Durham movers (45.83%), compared to 40.91% statewide and 36.39% nationally. Bridges Bros. Movers (4.44/5) and College Bound Movers (4.58/5) rate highest for junk removal in Durham. Standalone junk removal typically runs $155 to $515 per load.
| Junk removal in Durham | Details |
|---|---|
| Durham movers offering this | 11 of 24 (45.83%) |
| New Hampshire statewide | 9 of 22 (40.91%) |
| National average | 36.39% |
| Top-rated Durham junk removal movers | Bridges Bros. Movers, College Bound Movers |
| Typical cost per load | $155 to $515 |
| Single large item | $77 to $155 |
Junk removal is most cost-effective when bundled with a move, since the crew is already on-site and items removed from the shipment lower the final billable weight. For electronics and appliances, confirm the mover follows local disposal regulations before booking, since fines for improper disposal can exceed the cost of the service itself.
Does Durham have movers that offer fragile-only packing?
Fragile-only packing is available from 7 of 24 Durham movers (29.17%), compared to 27.27% statewide and 23.87% nationally. Preferred Movers (4.58/5) and Trend Moving & Storage (4.58/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Durham. 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 Durham | Details |
|---|---|
| Durham movers offering this | 7 of 24 (29.17%) |
| New Hampshire statewide | 6 of 22 (27.27%) |
| National average | 23.87% |
| Top-rated Durham providers | Preferred Movers, Trend Moving & Storage |
| Full professional packing rate | $0.15 to $0.21 per pound |
Dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps are the items most frequently damaged in transit and the ones that benefit most from professional packing materials and technique. Fragile-only packing covers those categories specifically, without the cost of a full-service contract. Before booking, confirm the mover's valuation policy covers fragile-only packed items, since some companies exclude liability for items their crew did not pack.
Does Durham have movers that offer storage?
Storage is available from 23 of 24 Durham movers (95.83%), compared to 100.0% statewide and 84.85% nationally. William C. Huff Moving & Storage (4.58/5) and Preferred Movers (4.58/5) rate highest for storage in Durham. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $265/month.
| Storage in Durham | Details |
|---|---|
| Durham movers offering this | 23 of 24 (95.83%) |
| New Hampshire statewide | 22 of 22 (100.0%) |
| National average | 84.85% |
| Top-rated Durham storage movers | William C. Huff Moving & Storage, Preferred Movers |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $265 |
| 2-3 bedroom monthly estimate (~1,000 cu ft) | $515 |
Storage-in-transit is billed at roughly $0.50 per cubic foot per month. A 1-bedroom load at approximately 514 cubic feet runs about $265 per month. Confirm whether the mover bills from delivery to their warehouse or from the original pickup date, since the two methods produce different totals for the same storage window.
Does Durham have movers that offer hot tub relocation?
Hot tub relocation is available from 5 of 24 Durham movers (20.83%), compared to 18.18% statewide and 21.93% nationally. Preferred Movers (4.58/5) and College Bound Movers (4.58/5) rate highest for hot tub moves in Durham. Hot tub moves typically run $155 to $412 per item when bundled with a full-service move.
| Hot tub relocation in Durham | Details |
|---|---|
| Durham movers offering this | 5 of 24 (20.83%) |
| New Hampshire statewide | 4 of 22 (18.18%) |
| National average | 21.93% |
| Top-rated Durham hot tub movers | Preferred Movers, College Bound Movers |
| Bundled with full-service move | $155 to $412 |
| Standalone hot tub move | $309 to $824 |
A standard hot tub weighs 500 to 1,000 lbs when empty and must be fully drained before pickup. Moving one requires a flatbed or specialized dolly, a crew of at least 3, and often a crane or lift gate if the unit is in a backyard with no direct truck access. Bundling hot tub service into a full-service move costs less than a standalone specialty carrier in most cases.
Does Durham have movers that offer piano moving?
Piano moving is available from 20 of 24 Durham movers (83.33%), compared to 86.36% statewide and 72.52% nationally. William C. Huff Moving & Storage (4.58/5) and Preferred Movers (4.58/5) rate highest for piano moving in Durham. A standalone piano move typically costs $824 to $3,605, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Durham | Details |
|---|---|
| Durham movers offering this | 20 of 24 (83.33%) |
| New Hampshire statewide | 19 of 22 (86.36%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Durham piano movers | William C. Huff Moving & Storage, Preferred Movers |
| Upright piano | $824 to $1,545 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,236 to $2,575 |
| Grand piano | $1,854 to $3,605 |
Piano moving is a distinct skill set. Uprights run 400 to 800 lbs and grands exceed 1,200 lbs, and both require piano boards, straps, and padded blankets that standard crews do not carry. Structural damage to a soundboard or cabinet is not covered under released-value protection at $0.60 per pound, making full valuation coverage worth requesting specifically for the instrument. Bundling piano moving into a full-service household move is typically the most cost-effective approach.
Who are the best movers in Durham for small long-distance moves?
William C. Huff Moving & Storage leads Durham's small-move providers with a 4.58/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Bridges Bros. Movers at 4.44/5. 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 Durham?
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 Durham. Moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, making them the most cost-effective option for Durham 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 Durham?
12 of 24 Durham movers (50.0%) offer labor-only services, compared to 45.45% statewide and 54.55% nationally. William C. Huff Moving & Storage (4.58/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated labor-only mover in Durham, followed by Bridges Bros. Movers (4.44/5). Labor-only movers handle loading and unloading without providing a truck, making them the right fit for Durham 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 Durham 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 Durham. 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 Durham?
Moving costs across New Hampshire range from $766 for a studio (2 movers, 3 hours at $248/hour) to $5,973 for a 5+ bedroom home (5 movers, 10 hours), according to moveBuddha's analysis of New Hampshire mover quotes. The table below shows New Hampshire statewide averages by home size. Your actual cost in Durham will vary based on distance, access conditions, and your mover's pricing model.
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| Home size | Estimated interstate cost from New Hampshire* |
|---|---|
| Studio apartment | $766 |
| 1-bedroom home or apartment | $1,015 |
| 2-bedroom home or apartment | $1,561 |
| 3-bedroom home | $3,440 |
| 4-bedroom home | $3,927 |
| 5+ bedroom home | $5,973 |
*Estimated costs above are based on varying types of moves that cross state lines in New Hampshire. All exceed 150 miles, but might remain below 1,500. Your price depends on inventory, distance, timing, service level, and more.
Data reflects New Hampshire statewide averages based on moveBuddha's analysis of mover quotes collected.
What affects moving costs in Durham?
Here are some additional cost considerations for your long-distance Durham move:
- Distance: The farther you move from Durham, 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 Durham
What should I know about mover licensing before leaving Durham?
Interstate movers in Durham are required to hold a USDOT number and maintain active FMCSA registration before hauling goods across state lines. Of the 24 movers moveBuddha tracks in Durham, 21 carry that federal authorization. All companies recommended on this page are fully licensed. Verify any mover's credentials in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's database before signing a contract.
The FMCSA's Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move outlines the consumer protections and mover obligations that govern every interstate shipment.
Should I use a local company or a national company when moving out of Durham?
For moves within New Hampshire, a local moving company in Durham is the more budget-friendly option. moveBuddha has reviewed 24 movers in Durham, averaging $150/hour, with 21 licensed for interstate routes. The standout options are highlighted on this page.
If the destination is outside New Hampshire, national movers cost more but bring proven cross-state logistics, an advantage that matters most when route complexity and distance are both high.
When is the cheapest time of year to move away from Durham?
Late fall and early winter are the lowest-demand months for movers in Durham. With average winter lows around 13°F, fewer residents choose to move, mover capacity is higher, and quote flexibility increases. That is the best window to negotiate your rate. Booking in November or December typically means shorter lead times and more pricing flexibility than peak-season summer moves.
What are the cheapest ways to move out of Durham?
For most people leaving Durham, a DIY approach is the most cost-effective option, particularly for moves within 50 miles. moveBuddha's data shows that rental trucks and moving containers cost roughly 30% less than full-service movers on comparable routes. The go-to choices are a rental truck like U-Haul or a moving container such as PODS. See our full breakdown in the guide to the cheapest ways to move out of state.
