The Best Ohio Moving Companies

Company Quote Rating
MVM Moving & Storage Get A Quote      
5 overall rating
All American Moving and Storage Get A Quote      
4.96 overall rating
Move It Now Get A Quote      
4.8 overall rating
Clark and Sons Moving Get A Quote      
4.8 overall rating
Summit Moving & Storage Get A Quote      
4.76 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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MVM Moving & Storage

moveBuddha Score 5      

Years in Business:  17

DOT #:  2834157

3979 Parkway Lane,
Hilliard, OH 43026, US
Visit Website (614) 230-0667

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

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

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • MVM Columbus
  • MVM Columbus Incorporated.
Licensed
Insured

All American Moving and Storage

moveBuddha Score 4.96      

Years in Business:  19

DOT #:  1239401

2660 Fisher Road,
Columbus, OH 43204, US
Visit Website (614) 224-0077

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

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

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • American Moving & Storage, Ltd.
  • All American Moving & Storage of Columbus
  • All American Moving and Storage
  • All American Delivery
  • Daniel R Dragin All American Moving, Storage and Delivery Prime Agent for Arpin Van Lines
Licensed
Insured

Move It Now

moveBuddha Score 4.8      

Years in Business:  12

DOT #:  2048293

1749 Main Street,
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221, US
Visit Website (330) 929-6683

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Storage

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • Move It Now of Akron
Licensed
Insured

Clark and Sons Moving

moveBuddha Score 4.8      

Years in Business:  6

DOT #:  2962688

6440 Glenway Avenue,
Cincinnati, OH 45211, US
Visit Website (513) 389-1291

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Crating
  • Storage

Additional Information

Licensed
Insured

Summit Moving & Storage

moveBuddha Score 4.76      

Years in Business:  66

DOT #:  2987151

885 East Tallmadge Avenue,
Akron, OH 44310, US
Visit Website (330) 576-8642

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Pianos
  • Pool Tables
  • Art
  • Antiques
  • Storage
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Safes

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • Summit Moving LTD
Moving Company Rating
Glass City Movers, LLC       4.72 overall rating
Bright Eyed Moving       4.72 overall rating
Smooth Move Relocation Services       4.58 overall rating
Stevens Moving & Storage of Cleveland       4.48 overall rating
A.B.C. Movers Inc.       4.48 overall rating

Average moving company cost in Ohio

The pricing table below shows ballpark costs for local moves within Ohio. Or check out our post on the cost to move in Ohio 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 $395 $170 2 movers 3 hours
1 Bedroom $565 $170 2 movers 4 hours
2 Bedroom $940 $238 3 movers 5 hours
3 Bedroom $2,228 $334 4 movers 8 hours
4 Bedroom $2,562 $334 4 movers 9 hours
5+ Bedroom $3,964 $467 5 movers 10 hours
  • A Ohio mover will cost about $395 to move a studio locally.
  • If you’re moving a 1 bedroom, a moving company in Ohio will charge about $565.
  • A 2 bedroom move in Ohio will cost about $940.
  • A 3 bedroom move costs $2,228 on average in Ohio.
  • To move a 4 bedroom house in Ohio, you should expect to pay $2,562.
  • For a house that’s 5 bedrooms or larger, your move will cost $3,964 in Ohio.

Other ways to move in Ohio

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 Ohio

Ohio is a state with ample economic opportunity, low cost of living, bountiful recreational opportunities, famously delicious beer, and amazing food 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 Buckeye State go smoothly:

Weather: Ohio forms a part of what's considered both the snowbelt and the tornado alley which means your move may be affected if either of these are impacting the state on your move day.
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: Although a local license is not required in Ohio, make sure the moving company you’ll be hiring is registered with U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To verify if you’re dealing with a legal and licensed mover, you may ask them their USDOT registration number. All of the movers on our list are fully licensed.
State Regulator: You can verify a Ohio 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 Ohio.
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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