The Best New York Moving Companies

Company Quote Rating
Mabey's Moving & Storage Get A Quote      
4.86 overall rating
Gentle Giant Moving Company Get A Quote      
4.86 overall rating
Interior Moving Services Inc Get A Quote      
4.8 overall rating
Triangle Movers Inc. Get A Quote      
4.8 overall rating
Roadway Moving Get A Quote      
4.8 overall rating

Over the past 10 years, we’ve developed a rigorous review process to identify the absolute best moving companies. We look at:

Customer satisfaction (40%): The company consistently delivers services in a timely matter with good communication and within the estimated cost.

Dispute resolution (20%): Mistakes cannot be avoided in the moving industry. We look for companies that own their mistakes and make genuine efforts to fix any issues that arise during a move.

Industry reputation (15%): The company is well regarded within the moving industry and participates in industry conferences and organizations.

Online reputation (15%): The company maintains a professional website with accurate information. The company promptly and professionally responds to online customer inquiries.

Service options (10%): We look for companies with a deep breadth of services including full packing, storage, specialty item handling, expedited delivery, and more.

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Mabey's Moving & Storage

moveBuddha Score 4.86      

Years in Business:  66

DOT #:  125550

515 Third Avenue Extension,
Rensselaer, NY 12144, US
Visit Website (518) 283-0017

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Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves
  • International moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Storage

Additional Information

Licensed
Insured

Gentle Giant Moving Company

moveBuddha Score 4.86      

Years in Business:  43

DOT #:  373544

100 Bowne Street,
New York, NY 11231, US
Visit Website (718) 907-1830

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Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves
  • International moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Pianos
  • Crane vans
  • Storage

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • Gentle Giant Moving & Storage
Licensed
Insured

Interior Moving Services Inc

moveBuddha Score 4.8      

Years in Business:  30

DOT #:  1498819

157 La Grange Ave,
Rochester, NY 14613,
Visit Website (585) 288-8000

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Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Pianos
  • Hot Tubs
  • Pool Tables
  • Art
  • Antiques
  • Grandfather clocks
  • Crating
  • Storage
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Safes

Additional Information

Licensed
Insured

Triangle Movers Inc.

moveBuddha Score 4.8      

Years in Business:  26

DOT #:  2256609

240 Dupont Ave.,
Newburgh, NY 12550,
Visit Website (845) 566-0288

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Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves
  • International moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Pianos
  • Hot Tubs
  • Pool Tables
  • Art
  • Antiques
  • Grandfather clocks
  • Crating
  • Crane vans
  • Shipment tracking
  • Full-valuation coverage
  • Storage
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Safes

Additional Information

  • Pay by money order
  • Pay by cash
  • Pay by credit card
  • Deposit Required
  • DOT #: 2256609
  • State license #: 2256609
  • DOD certified

Alternative Business Names

  • Triangle Movers, Inc
Licensed
Insured

Roadway Moving

moveBuddha Score 4.8      

Years in Business:  15

DOT #:  1854436

845 3rd Avenue,
New York, NY 11232, US
Visit Website (212) 812-5240

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Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves
  • International moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Pianos
  • Crating
  • Storage

Additional Information

Moving Company Rating
Shleppers Moving & Storage       4.8 overall rating
Sheridan Brothers Moving       4.76 overall rating
Piece of Cake Moving & Storage       4.76 overall rating
Dumbo Moving and Storage       4.76 overall rating
Metropolis Moving, Inc.       4.72 overall rating

Average moving company cost in New York

The pricing table below shows ballpark costs for local moves within New York. Or check out our post on the cost to move in New York for more pricing info.

Keep in mind the price ranges listed are only averages. Actual costs can vary greatly depending on the specific requirements of your move.

You can also check out our moving cost calculator for more accurate moving cost estimates.

Home Size Avg. Total Cost Cost/hour # of Movers # Hours
Studio $468 $183 2 movers 3 hours
1 Bedroom $651 $183 2 movers 4 hours
2 Bedroom $1,055 $257 3 movers 5 hours
3 Bedroom $2,441 $359 4 movers 8 hours
4 Bedroom $2,800 $359 4 movers 9 hours
5+ Bedroom $4,307 $503 5 movers 10 hours
  • A New York mover will cost about $468 to move a studio locally.
  • If you’re moving a 1 bedroom, a moving company in New York will charge about $651.
  • A 2 bedroom move in New York will cost about $1,055.
  • A 3 bedroom move costs $2,441 on average in New York.
  • To move a 4 bedroom house in New York, you should expect to pay $2,800.
  • For a house that’s 5 bedrooms or larger, your move will cost $4,307 in New York.

Other ways to move in New York

Although a professional mover will offer the most convenience and expertise, a rental truck or a moving container company may be a better choice for you.

Rental truck: You may be familiar with U-Haul, these are the cheapest options but require you to handle the entire moving process yourself.
Moving containers: These are companies like PODS, more expensive than truck rentals but cheaper than professional movers. With these companies, you load the containers and they drive them to your new home.

Best Interstate Moving Companies

We’ve researched over 500 interstate moving companies, cross-referencing verified customer reviews, license data, insurance data, and federal complaint records to find you the best long distance moving companies in the industry.

Company Quote Rating Price
Safeway Moving
Best Overall Value
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4.5 overall rating
American Van Lines
American Van Lines
Best industry reputation
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4.5 overall rating
International Van Lines
International Van Lines
Best customer service
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4.45 overall rating

Considerations for moving to New York

New York is a state with natural beauty, arts, ample economic opportunity, abundant outdoor recreational opportunities, and distinct seasons so it makes sense to want to move there. These are some of the things to keep in mind to help your move to the Empire State go smoothly:

Weather: The climate of New York state is generally has warm to hot summers and cold winters. In the farther southeastern portion of the state (New York City and Long Island area) hot and humid summers and cool to mild winters. Winter temperatures average below freezing during January and February in much of New York state, but several degrees above freezing along the Atlantic coastline, including New York City.
HOA Rules: Many neighborhoods and communities have rules about moving, have a smooth transition to your new home by checking ahead of time.
Elevator Reservation: If you’re moving to a building with an elevator, there may be things you need to know ahead of time such as using a service elevator, time restrictions, or reservations.
Parking Permits: Some cities have rules about parking large vehicles. Check with your new city ahead of time to ensure you have everything in order.
State Licensing: New York is one of the busiest moving states in the country, and local and intrastate moving companies operating within the Empire State are regulated by the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT). All of the movers on our list are fully licensed.
State Regulator: You can verify a New York moving license and its status on the state regulator's official website.
Change of Address: You should submit your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forward to New York.
Mover's Insurance: Every state has its own requirements when it comes to insurance. Released Value Protection is the most economical option because it doesn’t cost anything. It is offered by movers at no additional charge, but the protection is minimal. Under this option, the mover is responsible for no more than 60 cents per pound per article. For example, if your mover lost or damaged a 50 inch TV weighing 25 pounds, you would only receive $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). If you need for the full value of your items to be covered, please consult with the moving company you're hiring for other options or a third-party insurance provider.

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