Best Movers Near Alliance, OH (2026 Reviews)
Summit Moving & Storage is Alliance's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.64/5 , followed by Move It Now at 4.5/5. moveBuddha scored 16 movers based in Alliance out of 99 reviewed across Ohio, drawing on 94 verified customer reviews across Ohio.
Local movers in Alliance charge by the hour. The OH average is $122/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Alliance moving companies compare?
Alliance's 16 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Alliance, with a market average of 4.43/5, drawing on 94 verified customer reviews across Ohio. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Alliance from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Alliance address.
Proximity to Alliance 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.
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What are the top-rated moving companies in Alliance?
Summit Moving & Storage is Alliance's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.64/5, followed by Move It Now at 4.5/5.
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 16 Alliance movers drawing on 94 verified customer reviews across Ohio, with a market average score of 4.43/5. Rankings include movers based in Alliance 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.
- Summit Moving & Storage: 4.64 out of 5 stars
- Move It Now: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- The Armstrong Company: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- Andrews Moving & Storage Co: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.36 out of 5 stars
- Berger Allied Moving & Storage: 4.64 out of 5 stars
- Blue Men Moving LLC: 4.42 out of 5 stars
- New Roots Moving Company LLC: 4.34 out of 5 stars
- Krupp Moving and Storage, LLC: 4.64 out of 5 stars
- Move For Less, LLC: 4.58 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Summit Moving & Storage has been in business for 69 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Summit Moving & Storage has about 86% positive reviews across roughly 269 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.2.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Summit Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Summit Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Our crew arrived early, worked quickly, and took great care of our things. They were polite and efficient, making the entire experience stress-free. Highly recommend Summit for your next move!"
"They treated our belongings and home as if they were their own. Friendly, careful, and professional throughout. Thank you so much."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Move It Now has been in business for 15 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Move It Now has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 238 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.9.
Quote accuracy 3.7
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Move It Now.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Move It Now emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Stepan, Dave, and Luke moved several pieces of furniture for me today. They were very efficient and friendly. Very careful and respectful of my house and furniture. I would highly recommend this company for any moving needs."
"Showed up on time! They had my item moved safely & faster than expected! Communication was great from start to finish. Reasonable prices. We will definitely use this company again in the future!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. The Armstrong Company has been in business for 22 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. The Armstrong Company has about 87% positive reviews across roughly 30 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from The Armstrong Company.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. The Armstrong Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Kenny an Davin did an outstanding job loading and unloading our entire house, fast and reliable. recommended
Cherryl was fantastic arranging and communicating, making our stressful move smooth. Professional, efficient, quality packing and unpacking, friendly crews in both cities.
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Andrews Moving & Storage Co has been in business for 118 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. Andrews Moving & Storage Co has about 81% positive reviews across roughly 247 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.5.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Andrews Moving & Storage Co.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Andrews Moving & Storage Co emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
Recent reviews
"The movers were efficient, worked hard, protected everything and even finished early. Polite and professional, would use them again!"
"Professional, on time and courteous every step of the way. Communication about delivery was excellent and the price matched the quote. Highly recommended."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for 46 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 74% positive reviews across roughly 228 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.2.
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 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The movers were so nice and fantastic. Everything got moved and nothing broken or misplaced. Will be recommending them again. These are the guys to use."
"Our moving team was absolutely amazing! I even got hugs from all 3 of them at the end! Dana was very professional and personable and such a hard worker. Chase barely stopped moving the entire time, what a work horse!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Berger Allied Moving & Storage has been in business for 115 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like estate moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Berger Allied Moving & Storage has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 226 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 instant email quotes from Berger Allied Moving & Storage.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Berger Allied Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
Recent reviews
"The movers were very careful moving in our new furniture. They removed their shoes before entering, were careful with the living room, and were courteous. We would not think twice about using their services again."
"Bryant and Chris did an exceptional job delivering a king bed to my home. They took time to look at my space and listen to my concerns about the newly refinished floors. Their professionalism is greatly appreciated!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Blue Men Moving LLC has been in business for 14 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Blue Men Moving LLC has about 99% positive reviews across roughly 239 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 instant email quotes from Blue Men Moving LLC.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Blue Men Moving LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"They moved things so efficiently they saved hours and we saved hundreds. Friendly & accommodating with great attitudes. Will definitely recommend!"
"Arrived five minutes early, packed every item carefully, worked as a true team. Fastest, most efficient movers I’ve used. Treated my belongings as their own."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. New Roots Moving Company LLC has been in business for 6 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. New Roots Moving Company LLC has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 222 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from New Roots Moving Company LLC.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. New Roots Moving Company LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"New Roots Moving Company is by far the best company to move your furniture...These men went above and beyond by wrapping every piece! Professional, fast, and not one thing was damaged. Price was reasonable. Highly impressed!"
"Everyone I worked with was so kind and caring. The move was fast and I hope to work with them again! Kudos to Ray and Brandon!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Krupp Moving and Storage, LLC has been in business for 15 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Krupp Moving and Storage, LLC has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 248 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.7.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Krupp Moving and Storage, LLC, and Krupp Moving and Storage, LLC makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Krupp Moving and Storage, LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Krupp movers should be your first call when moving furniture. Super nice, polite and clean. Moved carefully, quickly, kindly and cleanly. 5 stars and then some."
"The team moved us quickly, with care and efficiency. Every item made it without damage. Polite and courteous staff, on time and finished under budget. Highly recommend!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Move For Less, LLC has been in business for 16 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. Move For Less, LLC has about 88% positive reviews across roughly 262 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.7.
Quote accuracy 4.4
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Move For Less, LLC, and Move For Less, LLC makes deposit expectations clear upfront. Discounts may be available for groups like military, seniors.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Move For Less, LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Edwin and his team were awesome. Very efficient, wrapped and took care of all our belongings very well! Hard working team and highly recommend!"
"The movers were excellent, professional, efficient. Communication was great from estimate to finish. The cost was very reasonable. I am pleased with their service and would use them again."
Which Alliance movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Alliance mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 16 Alliance moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 13 of 16 Alliance movers (81.25%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Summit Moving & Storage (4.64/5) is Alliance's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 9 of 16 Alliance movers (56.25%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Summit Moving & Storage (4.64/5) rates highest for antique care in Alliance.
- Art packing: 9 of 16 Alliance movers (56.25%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Summit Moving & Storage (4.64/5) rates highest for art packing in Alliance.
- Climate-controlled storage: 8 of 16 Alliance movers (50.0%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Summit Moving & Storage (4.64/5) is Alliance's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 4 of 16 Alliance movers (25.0%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Summit Moving & Storage (4.64/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Alliance.
How much does piano moving cost in Alliance?
Piano moving is available from 13 of 16 Alliance movers (81.25%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Summit Moving & Storage leads Alliance piano movers with a 4.64/5 moveBuddha score, followed by The Armstrong Company at 4.48/5. A standalone piano move in Alliance typically costs $632 to $2,765, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Alliance | Details |
|---|---|
| Alliance movers offering this | 13 of 16 (81.25%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Alliance piano movers | Summit Moving & Storage, The Armstrong Company |
| Upright piano | $632 to $1,185 |
| Baby grand piano | $948 to $1,975 |
| Grand piano | $1,422 to $2,765 |
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 Alliance?
Antique handling is available from 9 of 16 Alliance movers (56.25%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Summit Moving & Storage (4.64/5) and The Armstrong Company (4.48/5) rate highest for antique care in Alliance. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $790 to $1,975 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Alliance | Details |
|---|---|
| Alliance movers offering this | 9 of 16 (56.25%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Alliance antique movers | Summit Moving & Storage, The Armstrong Company |
| Added cost to a household move | $790 to $1,975 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $40 to $395 |
| Custom crating per item | $119 to $158 |
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 Alliance?
Art packing is available from 9 of 16 Alliance movers (56.25%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Summit Moving & Storage (4.64/5) and The Armstrong Company (4.48/5) rate highest for art packing in Alliance. Per-piece art handling in Alliance runs $40 to $395, with custom crates adding $119 to $158 per item.
| Art packing in Alliance | Details |
|---|---|
| Alliance movers offering this | 9 of 16 (56.25%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Alliance art movers | Summit Moving & Storage, The Armstrong Company |
| Per-piece handling fee | $40 to $395 |
| Custom crating per item | $119 to $158 |
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 Alliance?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 8 of 16 Alliance movers (50.0%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Summit Moving & Storage (4.64/5) and Move It Now (4.5/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Alliance. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $203/month in Alliance.
| Climate-controlled storage in Alliance | Details |
|---|---|
| Alliance movers offering this | 8 of 16 (50.0%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Alliance providers | Summit Moving & Storage, Move It Now |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $203 |
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 Alliance?
Fragile-only packing is available from 4 of 16 Alliance movers (25.0%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Summit Moving & Storage (4.64/5) and The Armstrong Company (4.48/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Alliance. 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 Alliance | Details |
|---|---|
| Alliance movers offering this | 4 of 16 (25.0%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Alliance providers | Summit Moving & Storage, The Armstrong Company |
| 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 Alliance?
Summit Moving & Storage (4.64/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Alliance, drawing on 94 verified customer reviews across Ohio. The Alliance market averages 4.43/5 across 16 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Alliance, OH
How much do movers cost in Alliance, OH?
Local movers in Alliance, OH charge by the hour. The OH average is $122/hour for a 2-person crew. Alliance's top-rated mover is Summit Moving & Storage, earning a 4.64/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 94 verified customer reviews across Ohio.
Key cost factors for a Alliance 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: 6.0% of Alliance movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 31.0% of Alliance 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 Alliance across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 94.0% of Alliance movers (15.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Alliance movers (16.0 companies) offer full packing, and 25.0% 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 Alliance include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Alliance, OH 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 Alliance movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Alliance movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100.0% (16.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 25.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 94.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$203/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 31.0% (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) | 50.0% (8.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 50.0% (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 Alliance offer senior, military, or other discounts?
Alliance movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 94 verified customer reviews across Ohio. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Alliance mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Alliance movers are excluded. OH state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.
| Discount type | % of Alliance movers | # of movers | Alliance movers offering it | Data source |
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| Senior | 6.0% | 1.0 | Move For Less, LLC | Alliance |
| Military | 13.0% | 2.0 | Move For Less, LLC | Alliance |
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 Alliance
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 99 Ohio 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.