Best Movers Near Newark, NJ (2026 Reviews)

White Glove Moving & Storage is Newark's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.7/5, followed by Gentle Giant Moving Company at 4.72/5. Rankings are based on verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Newark, drawing on 86 reviews across New Jersey.

Local movers in Newark, NJ charge by the hour. The market rate for a moving crew is $120/hour. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a market-specific baseline before collecting quotes.

How do Newark moving companies compare?

Newark's 156 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Newark, with a market average of 4.36/5, drawing on 86 verified customer reviews across New Jersey. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Newark from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Newark address.

Proximity to Newark 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
White Glove Moving & Storage
30 years in business
star star star star star
4.7
90% A+
Gentle Giant Moving Company
43 years in business
star star star star star
4.72
96% A+
Roadway Moving
18 years in business
star star star star star
4.72
92% A+
Seka Moving
7 years in business
star star star star star
4.66
85% A+
Dumbo Moving and Storage
19 years in business
star star star star star
4.7
55% A+
Ample Moving
8 years in business
star star star star star
4.62
93% A
Reliable Van & Storage
103 years in business
star star star star star
4.58
74% A+
Great Movers
14 years in business
star star star star star
4.64
95% A+
NYC Great Movers
14 years in business
star star star star star
4.64
95% A+
star star star star star
4.64
95% A+

What are the top-rated moving companies in Newark?

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 156 Newark movers drawing on 86 verified customer reviews across New Jersey, with a market average score of 4.36/5. Rankings include movers based in Newark 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. White Glove Moving & Storage: 4.7 out of 5 stars
  2. Gentle Giant Moving Company: 4.72 out of 5 stars
  3. Roadway Moving : 4.72 out of 5 stars
  4. Seka Moving: 4.66 out of 5 stars
  5. Dumbo Moving and Storage: 4.7 out of 5 stars
  6. Ample Moving: 4.62 out of 5 stars
  7. Reliable Van & Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
  8. Great Movers: 4.64 out of 5 stars
  9. NYC Great Movers: 4.64 out of 5 stars
  10. Big Apple Moving and Storage, Inc.: 4.64 out of 5 stars
1
checkmark Careful handling
checkmark Professional and polite staff
checkmark Efficient service
checkmark Quick moving process
checkmark Good communication
Get Free Quote
No obligation • Free estimates
Positive reviews
90%
Years active
30
link icon
moveBuddha logo
4.7
link icon
Google logo
4.7
link icon
Yelp logo
4.4
link icon
BBB logo
Grade A+
Show details Hide details

Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Grandfather clock moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Crane/hoisting vans
  • Debris removal
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Company stats

Read full review
Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. White Glove Moving & Storage has been in business for 30 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .

Review quality 5.0

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. White Glove Moving & Storage has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 741 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.4.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from White Glove Moving & Storage.

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"Stone and his crew took extra care with our belongings, arrived early, and worked efficiently. Nothing was damaged in either house. We recommend White Glove for any move!"

"Professional, friendly, and super speedy. They kept in touch before arrival, wrapped all our furniture, and placed everything exactly where we wanted. Worth every penny for such great movers."

DOT number
648262
Address
235 W 1st St, Bayonne, NJ, 07002
Payment methods
Credit Card
2
checkmark Professional and polite staff
checkmark Efficient service
checkmark Careful handling
checkmark Quick moving process
checkmark Good communication
Get Free Quote
No obligation • Free estimates
Positive reviews
96%
Years active
43
link icon
moveBuddha logo
4.7
link icon
Google logo
4.9
link icon
Yelp logo
4.6
link icon
BBB logo
Grade A+
Show details Hide details

Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Piano moves
  • Crane/hoisting vans
  • Storage available
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Company stats

Read full review
Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Gentle Giant Moving Company has been in business for 43 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .

Review quality 4.5

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Gentle Giant Moving Company has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 128 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 4.7

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

Recent reviews

"Tony and his team were professional, polite, and incredibly careful with every item. They made the process smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend Gentle Giant Movers!"

"Movers were beyond amazing. They got the job done quickly and efficiently. Not one item was damaged! Worth every penny using Gentle Giant."

DOT number
373544
Address
100 Bowne Street, New York, NY, 11231
Payment methods
Credit Card
3
checkmark Efficient service
checkmark Careful handling
checkmark Professional and polite staff
checkmark Quick moving process
checkmark Good communication
Get Free Quote
No obligation • Free estimates
Positive reviews
92%
Years active
18
link icon
moveBuddha logo
4.7
link icon
Google logo
4.9
link icon
Yelp logo
4.6
link icon
BBB logo
Grade A+
Show details Hide details

Services offered

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

Company stats

Read full review
Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Roadway Moving has been in business for 18 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .

Review quality 5.0

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Roadway Moving has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 790 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 Roadway Moving .

Customer service 4.7

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

Recent reviews

"Roadway Moving made my move absolutely seamless! From start to finish, the process was incredibly clean, easy, and efficient. Their team was also very communicative and helpful every step of the way, and made sure that everything went smoothly."

"I had an amazing experience with Roadway! The guys were on time, handled all of my stuff with great care—wrapping everything securely to ensure nothing got damaged. Efficient with packing and unpacking, and made the process fun with their humor and positive attitudes."

DOT number
1854436
Address
845 3rd Avenue, New York, NY, 11232
Payment methods
Credit Card
State license
38589
4
checkmark Efficient service
checkmark Careful handling
checkmark Professional and polite staff
checkmark Quick moving process
checkmark Good communication
Get Free Quote
No obligation • Free estimates
Positive reviews
85%
Years active
7
link icon
moveBuddha logo
4.6
link icon
Google logo
5.0
link icon
Yelp logo
4.2
link icon
BBB logo
Grade A+
Show details Hide details

Services offered

  • 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
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Company stats

Read full review
Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Seka Moving has been in business for 7 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .

Review quality 5.0

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Seka Moving has about 85% positive reviews across roughly 495 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.2.

Quote accuracy 4.0

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

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"Movers were prompt, efficient, and took great care of our things. Everything arrived without a scratch, and they were friendly throughout. Price was exactly as quoted. Would highly recommend SEKA to anyone looking for reliable movers!"

"Showed up right on time, worked quickly and carefully, and wrapped all furniture very well. Provided free wardrobes and didn't add any surprise charges. Would definitely use again."

DOT number
3014539
Address
48 Wall St #1100, New York, NY, 10005
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card • Money Order
State license
40118
5
checkmark Efficient service
checkmark Careful handling
checkmark Professional and polite staff
checkmark Quick moving process
checkmark Good communication
Get Free Quote
No obligation • Free estimates
Positive reviews
55%
Years active
19
link icon
moveBuddha logo
4.7
link icon
Google logo
4.5
link icon
Yelp logo
3.1
link icon
BBB logo
Grade A+
Show details Hide details

Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Company stats

Read full review
Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Dumbo Moving and Storage has been in business for 19 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .

Review quality 4.6

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Dumbo Moving and Storage has about 55% positive reviews across roughly 2118 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.1.

Quote accuracy 4.0

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Dumbo Moving and Storage, and Dumbo Moving and Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"Steven and Stefan—are excellent. They were efficient, incredibly strong, and excellent communicators throughout the entire process. They handled a 90-mile move with care, and not a single item was damaged when I unpacked. Highly recommend!"

"The team was very communicative and responsive throughout the entire process. They even provided a tracking link so I could see where the truck was while my belongings were in transit, which gave me great peace of mind."

DOT number
1543241
Address
15 N Oxford St, Brooklyn, NY, 11205
Payment methods
Credit Card
State license
36990
6
checkmark Efficient service
checkmark Careful handling
checkmark Professional and polite staff
checkmark Quick moving process
checkmark Good communication
Get Free Quote
No obligation • Free estimates
Positive reviews
93%
Years active
8
link icon
moveBuddha logo
4.6
link icon
Google logo
4.8
link icon
Yelp logo
4.0
link icon
BBB logo
Grade A
Show details Hide details

Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • 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

Company stats

Read full review
Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Ample Moving has been in business for 8 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .

Review quality 4.5

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Ample Moving has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 272 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.0.

Quote accuracy 4.0

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

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"Team Oleg, Oleg and Nick were excellent! They were so careful and packed all of our artwork, furniture and glass lamps etc. with such care. They were friendly and fun and were also very respectful of the house, walls, etc."

"We had an excellent experience with Ample Moving NJ. The staff was highly professional and punctual, arriving right on time. They handled our furniture, tables, TV stand, and dresser with great care, meticulously packing and wrapping everything."

DOT number
2971434
Address
9 Linden Ave, Jersey City, NJ, 07305
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card • Money Order
State license
2971434
7
checkmark Professional and polite staff
checkmark Efficient service
checkmark Careful handling
checkmark Good communication
checkmark Quick moving process
Get Free Quote
No obligation • Free estimates
Positive reviews
74%
Years active
103
link icon
moveBuddha logo
4.5
link icon
Google logo
4.4
link icon
Yelp logo
2.5
link icon
BBB logo
Grade A+
Show details Hide details

Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Estate moves
  • Grandfather clock moving
  • Piano moves
  • Safe moving
  • Debris removal
  • Storage available
  • Shipment tracking
  • Full valuation coverage
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Company stats

Read full review
Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Reliable Van & Storage has been in business for 103 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Reliable Van & Storage has about 74% positive reviews across roughly 288 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 Reliable Van & Storage.

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"My interstate move was all I could have hoped for. Seamless from end to end. Not a scratch, everything delivered and reassembled. The moving coordinator Jose really made it stress free."

"Incredible experience! Movers were extremely thorough, professional, and careful. Everyone checked in multiple times before, during, and after the move. Completely seamless process."

DOT number
151755
Address
550 Division St, Elizabeth, NJ, 07201
Payment methods
Credit Card
8
checkmark Efficient service
checkmark Careful handling
checkmark Professional and polite staff
checkmark Affordable rates
checkmark Good communication
Get Free Quote
No obligation • Free estimates
Positive reviews
95%
Years active
14
link icon
moveBuddha logo
4.6
link icon
Google logo
4.9
link icon
Yelp logo
4.7
link icon
BBB logo
Grade A+
Show details Hide details

Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Grandfather clock moving
  • Piano moves
  • Safe moving
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Company stats

Read full review
Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Great Movers has been in business for 14 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .

Review quality 5.0

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Great Movers has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 221 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 Great Movers, and Great Movers makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"I am extremely happy with the service I received from NYC great movers. The movers showed up on time and were efficient. They were kind and professional. They handled everything with care. I would highly recommend them to anyone!"

"The team was exceptionally efficient and professional, making the whole process smooth and stress-free. The final cost was even lower than the initial quote and all our belongings were handled with care."

DOT number
2180117
Address
58 2nd Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11215
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card
9
checkmark Efficient service
checkmark Careful handling
checkmark Professional and polite staff
checkmark Quick moving process
checkmark Good communication
Get Free Quote
No obligation • Free estimates
Positive reviews
95%
Years active
14
link icon
moveBuddha logo
4.6
link icon
Google logo
4.9
link icon
Yelp logo
4.7
link icon
BBB logo
Grade A+
Show details Hide details

Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Piano moves
  • Junk removal
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Shipment tracking
  • Full valuation coverage
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Company stats

Read full review
Industry experience 4.7

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. NYC Great Movers has been in business for 14 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .

Review quality 5.0

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. NYC Great Movers has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 221 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.7.

Quote accuracy 4.2

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from NYC Great Movers.

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"Amazing, professional service. My third time with them and would definitely book again. Company was responsive to all my questions, movers were quick and careful. All my stuff was transported and arrived safely with no damages or losses."

"I’ve used NYC Great Movers for two moves within Brooklyn, and both experiences were great. Communicative, friendly, and fast. No damage to my belongings or buildings."

DOT number
2180117
Address
58 2nd Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11215
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card
State license
39493
10
checkmark Efficient service
checkmark Professional and polite staff
checkmark Careful handling
checkmark Quick moving process
checkmark Highly recommended
Get Free Quote
No obligation • Free estimates
Positive reviews
95%
Years active
46
link icon
moveBuddha logo
4.6
link icon
Google logo
5.0
link icon
Yelp logo
3.8
link icon
BBB logo
Grade A+
Show details Hide details

Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Shipment tracking
  • Full valuation coverage
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Company stats

Read full review
Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Big Apple Moving and Storage, Inc. has been in business for 46 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .

Review quality 4.5

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Big Apple Moving and Storage, Inc. has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 298 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 Big Apple Moving and Storage, Inc..

Customer service 5.0

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

Recent reviews

"I recently had the pleasure of engaging Big Apple Movers for my relocation. Their team demonstrated professionalism and care, turning a stressful move into a seamless one. I wholeheartedly recommend Big Apple Movers!"

"David's crew was absolutely GREAT!!! They arrived on time prepared to work. They wrapped the furniture and protected it appropriately. I am truly happy at how fast they worked to remove all my furniture. Thank you Big Apple Moving!"

DOT number
382368
Address
750 Lexington Ave, New York, NY, 10022
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card
State license
382368

Which Newark movers offer specialty services?

Specialty moving services are not standard across every Newark mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 156 Newark moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:

  • Piano moving: 137 of 156 Newark movers (87.82%) offer it, vs. 72.72% nationally. White Glove Moving & Storage (4.7/5) is Newark's top-rated piano mover.
  • Antique handling: 111 of 156 Newark movers (71.15%) offer it, vs. 46.37% nationally. White Glove Moving & Storage (4.7/5) rates highest for antique care in Newark.
  • Art packing: 118 of 156 Newark movers (75.64%) offer it, vs. 45.86% nationally. White Glove Moving & Storage (4.7/5) rates highest for art packing in Newark.
  • Climate-controlled storage: 65 of 156 Newark movers (41.67%) offer it, vs. 33.29% nationally. White Glove Moving & Storage (4.7/5) is Newark's top-rated provider.
  • Fragile-only packing: 32 of 156 Newark movers (20.51%) offer it, vs. 23.81% nationally. Seka Moving (4.66/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Newark.

How much does piano moving cost in Newark?

Piano moving is available from 137 of 156 Newark movers (87.82%), compared to 72.72% nationally. White Glove Moving & Storage leads Newark piano movers with a 4.7/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Gentle Giant Moving Company at 4.72/5. A standalone piano move in Newark typically costs $1,080 to $4,725, depending on instrument type.

Piano moving in Newark Details
Newark movers offering this 137 of 156 (87.82%)
National average 72.72%
Top-rated Newark piano movers White Glove Moving & Storage, Gentle Giant Moving Company
Upright piano $1,080 to $2,025
Baby grand piano $1,620 to $3,375
Grand piano $2,430 to $4,725

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 Newark?

Antique handling is available from 111 of 156 Newark movers (71.15%), compared to 46.37% nationally. White Glove Moving & Storage (4.7/5) and Seka Moving (4.66/5) rate highest for antique care in Newark. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,350 to $3,375 to the total cost.

Antique handling in Newark Details
Newark movers offering this 111 of 156 (71.15%)
National average 46.37%
Top-rated Newark antique movers White Glove Moving & Storage, Seka Moving
Added cost to a household move $1,350 to $3,375
Per-piece handling fee $68 to $675
Custom crating per item $203 to $270

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 Newark?

Art packing is available from 118 of 156 Newark movers (75.64%), compared to 45.86% nationally. White Glove Moving & Storage (4.7/5) and Seka Moving (4.66/5) rate highest for art packing in Newark. Per-piece art handling in Newark runs $68 to $675, with custom crates adding $203 to $270 per item.

Art packing in Newark Details
Newark movers offering this 118 of 156 (75.64%)
National average 45.86%
Top-rated Newark art movers White Glove Moving & Storage, Seka Moving
Per-piece handling fee $68 to $675
Custom crating per item $203 to $270

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 Newark?

Climate-controlled storage is available from 65 of 156 Newark movers (41.67%), compared to 33.29% nationally. White Glove Moving & Storage (4.7/5) and Roadway Moving (4.72/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Newark. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $347/month in Newark.

Climate-controlled storage in Newark Details
Newark movers offering this 65 of 156 (41.67%)
National average 33.29%
Top-rated Newark providers White Glove Moving & Storage, Roadway Moving
Storage-in-transit rate About $0.50 per cubic foot per month
1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) $347

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 Newark?

Fragile-only packing is available from 32 of 156 Newark movers (20.51%), compared to 23.81% nationally. Seka Moving (4.66/5) and Dumbo Moving and Storage (4.7/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Newark. 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 Newark Details
Newark movers offering this 32 of 156 (20.51%)
National average 23.81%
Top-rated Newark providers Seka Moving, Dumbo Moving and 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 Newark?

The Newark market averages 4.36/5 across 156 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.

Frequently asked questions: moving in Newark, NJ

How much do movers cost in Newark, NJ?

Local movers in Newark, NJ charge by the hour. Based on moveBuddha's data from 0 Newark movers, hourly rates in this market range from /hour to /hour, with a median of /hour.

Key cost factors for a Newark 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: 26% of Newark movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
  • Full valuation coverage: 54% of Newark movers (84 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 Newark across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 92% of Newark movers (144 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
  • Packing services: 98% of Newark movers (153 companies) offer full packing, and 36% 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 Newark include, and what costs extra?

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

Add-on service % of Newark movers Typical cost impact
Full packing 98% (153 companies) +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average
Packing materials 36% Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking
Storage 94% ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$347/month
Full valuation coverage 54% (84 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) 79% (123 companies) $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances)
Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) 38% (59 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 Newark offer senior, military, or other discounts?

Newark movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 86 verified customer reviews across New Jersey. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Newark mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Newark movers are excluded. NJ state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.

Discount type % of Newark movers # of movers Newark movers offering it Data source
Senior 6% 10 -- Newark
Military 6% 9 -- Newark
AAA 1% 2 -- Newark
Student 2% 3 -- Newark
Law enforcement 1% 1 -- Newark

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 Newark

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.