Best Movers Near Berkeley, NJ (2026 Reviews)

Zip to Zip Moving Inc is Berkeley's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.7/5 , followed by Sea Cure Moving at 4.56/5. moveBuddha scored 13 movers based in Berkeley out of 86 reviewed across New Jersey, drawing on 82 verified customer reviews across New Jersey.

Local movers in Berkeley charge by the hour. The NJ average is $135/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.

How do Berkeley moving companies compare?

Berkeley's 13 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Berkeley, with a market average of 4.41/5, drawing on 82 verified customer reviews across New Jersey. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Berkeley from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Berkeley address.

Proximity to Berkeley 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
Zip to Zip Moving Inc
7 years in business
star star star star star
4.7
97% A-
Sea Cure Moving
44 years in business
star star star star star
4.56
92% A+
star star star star star
4.34
50% A+
star star star star star
4.44
94% A+
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK
21 years in business
star star star star star
4.62
56% A
star star star star star
4.52
93% F
Transtar Moving Systems
63 years in business
star star star star star
4.62
92% A+
Hometown Moving
31 years in business
star star star star star
4.44
83% A+
B K Movers LLC
28 years in business
star star star star star
4.5
83% A+
All My Sons Moving & Storage
27 years in business
star star star star star
4.56
47% A

What are the top-rated moving companies in Berkeley?

Zip to Zip Moving Inc is Berkeley's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.7/5, followed by Sea Cure Moving at 4.56/5.

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 13 Berkeley movers drawing on 82 verified customer reviews across New Jersey, with a market average score of 4.41/5. Rankings include movers based in Berkeley 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. Zip to Zip Moving Inc: 4.7 out of 5 stars
  2. Sea Cure Moving: 4.56 out of 5 stars
  3. Quality Moving & Storage, Inc.: 4.34 out of 5 stars
  4. Jersey Shore Moving & Storage, Inc.: 4.44 out of 5 stars
  5. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.62 out of 5 stars
  6. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving: 4.52 out of 5 stars
  7. Transtar Moving Systems: 4.62 out of 5 stars
  8. Hometown Moving: 4.44 out of 5 stars
  9. B K Movers LLC: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  10. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.56 out of 5 stars
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • 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. Zip to Zip Moving Inc 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 5.0

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Zip to Zip Moving Inc has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 369 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.7.

Quote accuracy 4.0

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Zip to Zip Moving Inc, and Zip to Zip Moving Inc makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"Zip to Zip Moving was incredibly efficient and careful with our belongings. Arrived on time, worked hard, and made the move stress-free. Would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable movers!"

"George and his team were very professional, took great care with everything, and communicated clearly throughout the move. Highly recommend them for your next move!"

DOT number
2969363
Address
3212 Shafto Rd Unit 3, Tinton Falls, NJ, 07753
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Positive reviews
92%
Years active
44
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3.9
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Storage available
  • 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. Sea Cure Moving 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 4.5

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Sea Cure Moving has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 139 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.

Quote accuracy 3.9

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

Customer service 4.4

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

Recent reviews

"Moving from NJ to Florida was a daunting idea, but SeaCure made the process simple and easy! Every single crew member was polite, courteous, and asked questions if they weren’t sure. Highly recommend."

"Sea Cure Movers handled my move from NJ to southern DE. Tara kept me informed. Rob and Brandon were friendly, professional, careful and helpful. I highly recommend Sea Cure Movers for a worry-free moving experience."

DOT number
1718166
Address
258 E Main St, Tuckerton, NJ, 08087
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1718166
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Positive reviews
50%
Years active
36
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3.6
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2.5
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Small moves
  • 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. Quality Moving & Storage, Inc. has been in business for 36 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. Quality Moving & Storage, Inc. has about 50% positive reviews across roughly 58 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.5.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Quality Moving & Storage, Inc..

Customer service 3.5

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

Recent reviews

"Ray and his team carefully wrapped my furniture and everything was delivered without a scratch! Very professional and helpful. The price was almost $1000 less than other movers. Highly recommend them."

"Outstanding! On time, quick, friendly, polite, respectful of my property. Made everything clear about costs. A+ experience. Quiet, no loud music or yelling."

DOT number
529513
Address
1545 US-9, Toms River, NJ, 08753
Payment methods
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529513
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Positive reviews
94%
Years active
24
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4.4
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4.2
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Hot tub moving
  • Junk removal
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Shipment tracking
  • Full valuation coverage
  • 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. Jersey Shore Moving & Storage, Inc. has been in business for 24 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. Jersey Shore Moving & Storage, Inc. has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 227 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 Jersey Shore Moving & Storage, Inc..

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Jersey Shore Moving & Storage, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.

Recent reviews

"The team was great, they moved quickly and were very careful with our items. Thank you!"

"Great crew. Worked hard and together. Would highly recommend!"

DOT number
1038738
Address
2003 Atlantic Ave, Manasquan, NJ, 08736
Payment methods
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State license
39PC00118104
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Positive reviews
56%
Years active
21
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4.6
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3.8
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2.0
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  • 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 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for 21 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.

Review quality 4.6

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 56% positive reviews across roughly 119 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.0.

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

I've used big commercial moving companies for past moves but Two Men and a Truck surpassed them all. The office team was very friendly, helpful and flexible. The moving team was excellent! They were on time, worked as a team, extremely polite and very careful with handling my items. Extremely professional and would use this company again.

I urgently needed to arrange a corporate move, and Two Men and a Truck stood out by providing a prompt and reasonable quote. The actual move exceeded my expectations! The movers were highly professional, handling all furniture and items with great care.

DOT number
2527384
Address
127 US-206, 210B, Hamilton Township, NJ, 08619
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39PC00117800
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Positive reviews
93%
Years active
9
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2.6
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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 9 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 231 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.6.

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 4.7

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

Recent reviews

"College Hunks made my move super easy! The guys who came were extremely kind and worked fast and efficiently. We had a lot of heavy boxes and furniture but they were able to handle all of it."

"Wonderful experience with College Hunks. All three of my movers were courteous, professional, and hard working. Estimate was right on target. They made a complicated move look easy. Took excellent care of my furniture."

DOT number
2378173
Address
645 S Mill Rd, Absecon, NJ, 08201
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Positive reviews
92%
Years active
63
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Estate moves
  • Grandfather clock moving
  • Piano moves
  • Safe moving
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • 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. Transtar Moving Systems has been in business for 63 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. Transtar Moving Systems has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 257 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 quotes from Transtar Moving Systems.

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"The crew was incredibly professional, polite, and handled our things with great care. Not a single scratch or dent, and they finished ahead of schedule. Completely took the stress out of our move! Highly recommend."

"Andy, Kyle, Cristian and Christian were AMAZING!!! They were clean, careful, prompt, professional, and VERY VERY HELPFUL! We recommend them 1,000%."

DOT number
939629
Address
925 N Lenola Rd, Moorestown, NJ, 08057
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39PC00058806
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Positive reviews
83%
Years active
31
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • 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. Hometown Moving has been in business for 31 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. Hometown Moving has about 83% positive reviews across roughly 87 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.

Quote accuracy 3.9

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

Customer service 3.8

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

Recent reviews

"Very polite and professional, arrived on time, worked quickly, efficiently and with great care for our belongings."

"We had a terrific experience using Hometown Movers. All five of the men were patient, friendly, and considerate. Best service of all the others we’ve used in the past. Would absolutely recommend them to anyone."

DOT number
577350
Address
719 Main St, Lumberton, NJ, 08048
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577350
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Positive reviews
83%
Years active
28
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • 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. B K Movers LLC has been in business for 28 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. B K Movers LLC has about 83% positive reviews across roughly 105 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.0.

Quote accuracy 4.1

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from B K Movers LLC.

Customer service 4.7

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. B K Movers LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"BK movers made moving my 91 yr old mother to a senior living facility a wonderful experience. The men were so kind and considerate of her feelings. Everything arrived in perfect shape. I can not say enough about this company."

"The gentlemen came on time and got everything on the truck, no damage to anything. Our items were well packed and they took great care of our fragile items. 20/10 would recommend!"

DOT number
855489
Address
6604 Delilah Rd Suite 1, Egg Harbor Township, NJ, 08234
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855489
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Positive reviews
47%
Years active
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Safe moving
  • Small 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. All My Sons Moving & Storage has been in business for 27 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. All My Sons Moving & Storage has about 47% positive reviews across roughly 410 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.2.

Quote accuracy 3.8

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from All My Sons Moving & Storage, and All My Sons Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"Thomas Daniel's and Taejon Moore were excellent movers! They were friendly and courteous. They were very respectful of our belongings and were more than helpful when we thought we lost an important item. Would definitely hire them again."

"Dylan Marino and Oscar portada are the best movers that we could have hired for the situation. They packed very quickly very efficiently we were in and out in record time and had everything moved."

DOT number
902281
Address
32 Coles Avenue City, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002
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Which Berkeley movers offer specialty services?

Specialty moving services are not standard across every Berkeley mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 13 Berkeley moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:

  • Piano moving: 10 of 13 Berkeley movers (76.92%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Zip to Zip Moving Inc (4.7/5) is Berkeley's top-rated piano mover.
  • Antique handling: 6 of 13 Berkeley movers (46.15%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Zip to Zip Moving Inc (4.7/5) rates highest for antique care in Berkeley.
  • Art packing: 4 of 13 Berkeley movers (30.77%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Zip to Zip Moving Inc (4.7/5) rates highest for art packing in Berkeley.
  • Climate-controlled storage: 2 of 13 Berkeley movers (15.38%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Jersey Shore Moving & Storage, Inc. (4.44/5) is Berkeley's top-rated provider.
  • Fragile-only packing: 1 of 13 Berkeley movers (7.69%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Sea Cure Moving (4.56/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Berkeley.

How much does piano moving cost in Berkeley?

Piano moving is available from 10 of 13 Berkeley movers (76.92%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Zip to Zip Moving Inc leads Berkeley piano movers with a 4.7/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Sea Cure Moving at 4.56/5. A standalone piano move in Berkeley typically costs $896 to $3,920, depending on instrument type.

Piano moving in Berkeley Details
Berkeley movers offering this 10 of 13 (76.92%)
National average 72.52%
Top-rated Berkeley piano movers Zip to Zip Moving Inc, Sea Cure Moving
Upright piano $896 to $1,680
Baby grand piano $1,344 to $2,800
Grand piano $2,016 to $3,920

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 Berkeley?

Antique handling is available from 6 of 13 Berkeley movers (46.15%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Zip to Zip Moving Inc (4.7/5) and Sea Cure Moving (4.56/5) rate highest for antique care in Berkeley. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,120 to $2,800 to the total cost.

Antique handling in Berkeley Details
Berkeley movers offering this 6 of 13 (46.15%)
National average 46.24%
Top-rated Berkeley antique movers Zip to Zip Moving Inc, Sea Cure Moving
Added cost to a household move $1,120 to $2,800
Per-piece handling fee $56 to $560
Custom crating per item $168 to $224

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 Berkeley?

Art packing is available from 4 of 13 Berkeley movers (30.77%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Zip to Zip Moving Inc (4.7/5) and Sea Cure Moving (4.56/5) rate highest for art packing in Berkeley. Per-piece art handling in Berkeley runs $56 to $560, with custom crates adding $168 to $224 per item.

Art packing in Berkeley Details
Berkeley movers offering this 4 of 13 (30.77%)
National average 45.76%
Top-rated Berkeley art movers Zip to Zip Moving Inc, Sea Cure Moving
Per-piece handling fee $56 to $560
Custom crating per item $168 to $224

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 Berkeley?

Climate-controlled storage is available from 2 of 13 Berkeley movers (15.38%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Jersey Shore Moving & Storage, Inc. (4.44/5) and B K Movers LLC (4.5/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Berkeley. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $288/month in Berkeley.

Climate-controlled storage in Berkeley Details
Berkeley movers offering this 2 of 13 (15.38%)
National average 33.2%
Top-rated Berkeley providers Jersey Shore Moving & Storage, Inc., B K Movers LLC
Storage-in-transit rate About $0.50 per cubic foot per month
1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) $288

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 Berkeley?

Fragile-only packing is available from 1 of 13 Berkeley movers (7.69%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Sea Cure Moving (4.56/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Berkeley. 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 Berkeley Details
Berkeley movers offering this 1 of 13 (7.69%)
National average 23.83%
Top-rated Berkeley providers Sea Cure Moving
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 Berkeley?

Zip to Zip Moving Inc (4.7/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Berkeley, drawing on 82 verified customer reviews across New Jersey. The Berkeley market averages 4.41/5 across 13 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.

Frequently asked questions: moving in Berkeley, NJ

How much do movers cost in Berkeley, NJ?

Local movers in Berkeley, NJ charge by the hour. The NJ average is $135/hour for a 2-person crew. Berkeley's top-rated mover is Zip to Zip Moving Inc, earning a 4.7/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 82 verified customer reviews across New Jersey.

Key cost factors for a Berkeley 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: 15.0% of Berkeley movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
  • Full valuation coverage: 38.0% of Berkeley movers (5.0 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 Berkeley across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 69.0% of Berkeley movers (9.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
  • Packing services: 100.0% of Berkeley movers (13.0 companies) offer full packing, and 69.0% 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 Berkeley include, and what costs extra?

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

Add-on service % of Berkeley movers Typical cost impact
Full packing 100.0% (13.0 companies) +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average
Packing materials 69.0% 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 ~$288/month
Full valuation coverage 38.0% (5.0 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) 54.0% (7.0 companies) $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances)
Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) 62.0% (8.0 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 Berkeley offer senior, military, or other discounts?

Berkeley movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 82 verified customer reviews across New Jersey. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Berkeley mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Berkeley movers are excluded. NJ state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.

Discount type % of Berkeley movers # of movers Berkeley movers offering it Data source
AAA 8.0% 1.0 -- Berkeley

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 Berkeley

moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 86 New Jersey 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.