The Best Movers in Columbus 2023

Company Quote Rating
MVM Moving & Storage Get A Quote      
5 overall rating
All American Moving and Storage Get A Quote      
4.96 overall rating
Leaders Moving & Storage Co. Get A Quote      
4.9 overall rating
Two Men and a Truck 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.

Licensed
Insured

Bellhop

moveBuddha Score 4.52      

Years in Business:  11

DOT #:  2878240

79 East Seventh Avenue,
Columbus, OH 43201, US
Visit Website (614) 705-0516

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Storage

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • Bellhops
Licensed
Insured

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

Leaders Moving & Storage Co.

moveBuddha Score 4.9      

Years in Business:  28

DOT #:  1237577

7455 Alta View Boulevard,
Worthington, OH 43085, US
Visit Website (614) 885-6683

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Crating
  • Storage

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • Leaders Moving
  • Leaders Moving & Storage Co.
  • L.E.A.D.E.R.S Moving & Storage Co.
  • Leaders Moving And Storage Company
Licensed
Insured

Two Men and a Truck

moveBuddha Score 4.76      

Years in Business:  29

DOT #:  1209512

5083 Westerville Road,
Columbus, OH 43231, US
Visit Website (614) 423-4842

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Pianos
  • Grandfather clocks
  • Storage

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • Two Men and a Truck Moving & Storage
  • Two Men and a Truck/Central Ohio, Inc.
  • Two Men & A Truck/Central Ohio, Inc.
  • Nest Tenders, Ltd.
  • Two Men and A Truck/Columbus Ohio

Local Associations

Moving Company Rating
All My Sons Moving & Storage       4.72 overall rating
Black Tie Moving       4.62 overall rating
E.E. Ward Moving & Storage       3.72 overall rating
Planes Moving & Storage Company       3.66 overall rating
Berger Allied Moving & Storage       3.66 overall rating
Moving Ahead Services       3.66 overall rating
Mr. Mover of Ohio Inc.       3.62 overall rating
Hercules Movers LLC       3.62 overall rating
Krupp Moving & Storage LLC       3.62 overall rating
Integrity Moving & Storage       3.62 overall rating

Average moving company cost in Columbus

The pricing table below shows ballpark costs for local moves within the Columbus area and its surrounding suburbs. Or check out our post on the cost to move in Columbus 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 $515 $203 2 movers 3 hours
1 Bedroom $718 $203 2 movers 4 hours
2 Bedroom $1,164 $284 3 movers 5 hours
3 Bedroom $2,700 $398 4 movers 8 hours
4 Bedroom $3,098 $398 4 movers 9 hours
5+ Bedroom $4,768 $557 5 movers 10 hours

Things to keep in mind for your Columbus move

  • Parking Permits: The City of Columbus does not require a parking permit for your home but you should still check with any rules from your building or HOA to ensure a smooth move. You may also double check with the city that you have everything you need for move day.
  • 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.

FAQs for Columbus movers

How do I find a reputable Columbus mover?

There are many things you should look for in a mover to ensure they’re reputable such as:

  • A good reputation: Whether they’re a new family-owned business or a large van lines company with years of experience, a good reputation is absolutely essential.
  • Dispute resolution: If the mover has many unresolved customer complaints, steer clear. All movers will eventually have some mishaps, but it’s the handling of these moments that show the company’s true colors.
  • Experience for your move: Even a professional mover with amazing reviews for local moves may struggle to handle a cross-country move. Make sure the company has adequate experience for your particular needs.

Fortunately, the Columbus movers on this list all pass this checklist with flying colors and have been hand selected by our experts at moveBuddha.

What is the cheapest day to hire a mover?

If you’ve asked yourself this question, congratulations. You’re asking the right questions to save money on your move. Typically, the earlier you book your move the better.
Avoiding weekends, holidays, and the summer will typically give you the best price on your move.

Shopping for the lowest quote is typically a bad idea since many companies will take your move for the lowest cost only for the price to end up doubling on the actual move day!

Do Columbus movers offer storage?

Yes, depending on your storage needs most moving companies in Columbus do offer both short and long-term storage units.

However, while some have their own storage facilities, others don’t, in which case they may store your items at a third-party warehouse. It’s always worth asking about storage facilities and getting quotes when screening prospective movers early on in the moving process.

Should you use your mover's storage solutions?

What is there to do in Columbus?

Some popular attractions in Columbus include:

  • Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
  • Easton Town Center
  • COSI (Center of Science and Industry)
  • North Market Farmer's Market
  • Scioto Mile
  • German Village
  • Ohio Stadium
  • Ohio Theater
  • Otherworld
  • Columbus Museum of Art
  • Wagner-Hagans Auto Museum
  • Nationwide Arena
  • Ohio State University
  • Huntington Park
  • Shadowbox Live

How’s the job market in Columbus?

Columbus’s unemployment rate is at 5.7%. Looking for a job in “The Arch City”? Let us help you start looking, here’s a list of the top employers from this Ohio city:

  • Ohio State University
  • The State of Ohio
  • JPMorgan Chase
  • OhioHealth
  • Nationwide
  • United States Government
  • City of Columbus
  • Columbus Public Schools
  • Mount Carmel Health System
  • Honda of America Manufacturing, Inc.
  • Franklin County
  • Nationwide Children's Hospital

Helpful Columbus Resources

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