Herlihy Moving & Storage, Columbus, OH (2025 Review)

Ryan Carrigan
Ryan Carrigan

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Herlihy Moving & Storage
3759 Jackson Pike,
Grove City, OH 43123
88% of all reviews were positive
11% of reviews were negative
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Review Analysis
Feedback about Herlihy Moving & Storage highlights standout professionalism, skilled teams, and fast, careful moving experiences. Customers often describe the staff as friendly and polite, with efficient service and strong communication throughout the process. Many note that moves finished faster than expected, and belongings arrived undamaged.
Staff flexibility—accommodating complex moves and providing updates—sets Herlihy apart from competitors. On the downside, some customers shared serious complaints about mishandled items, communication issues, and delivery delays, especially with long-distance or large-scale moves. Negative input points to occasional property damage and inconsistent follow-through. With 120 reviews analyzed, 87.5% were positive, reflecting high satisfaction, yet the main drawbacks relate to item damage and communication shortfalls, areas where other leading movers may provide more reliability.
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What customers like

88% of customers left positive reviews for Sherman Moving Company. Read a few of them below:

Google
Herlihy will always be my first call for ANY move. Professional, respectful, friendly and really all…
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Google
I recently moved homes and hired Herlihy to take care of the process. Clear and transparent quoting,…
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Google
Our move could not have gone better. This team was friendly, professional, accommodating, and very f…
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Google
Highly professional and efficient service that provided a pleasant, low stress and cost effective mo…
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Yelp
David, Austin, and Shane arrived on time. They were very patient with my 90 year old Mother and help…
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Things to consider

11% of Sherman Moving Company customers left negative reviews. You can read those here:

Yelp
Herlihy has bad communication problems. We were told our price would go down if we had fewer boxes; …
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Google
Movers were inexperienced, did not work together to move things, resulting in nearly every item bein…
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Google
Boxes labeled fragile were crushed. Family heirlooms were broken, some items lost, overcharged for m…
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Services

  • Local Moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Interstate moves
  • International moves
  • Full-service packing
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Labor-only help
  • Custom crating
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Senior moves
  • Office moves
  • Small moves
  • Instant email quote

Company info

Years in Business 104
DOT #: 183389
No deposit required
Pay by credit card
Senior discount 104

Note: If you're moving out of state, check out our list of the best long distance movers in Ohio.

Cost to move with Herlihy Moving & Storage

On average, the cost to hire movers in Ohio is $124 an hour.

You could pay more or less with Herlihy Moving & Storage depending on the specific details of your move. For an estimate of your move costs you can use our Moving Cost Calculator.

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Moving out of Ohio?

If you are moving from Columbus, OH, to another state, finding a company that is well-versed in interstate relocations is key to having as stress-free an experience as possible.

The top interstate movers understand the particular logistics involved in out-of-state relocations and have the equipment and manpower to safely and efficiently move your belongings across state lines.

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Cost to move out of Ohiotoggle

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FAQ

Is Herlihy Moving & Storage properly licensed?toggle

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.

USDOT #: 183389 .

You can also use their state regulator website to look up their active status.

Does Herlihy Moving & Storage have any additional locations outside of Columbus?toggle

We were only able to find this location for Herlihy Moving & Storage.

Is Herlihy Moving & Storage Associated with a van line?toggle

Van lines are networks of local movers that operate separately but under the same umbrella of a multi-state organization. It's not as complicated as it sounds. Learn what van lines are.

Herlihy Moving & Storage are a local affiliate of United Van Lines. Being a local affiliate to a large company means that it has the resources and reputation of United Van Lines but the attention of a local company.

Should you negotiate with Columbus movers?toggle

While haggling over moving costs isn't typically effective, there are still ways to save. Many companies offer ongoing moving discounts for groups like seniors, military personnel, and students, as well as special offers for early-bird reservations.

Getting quotes from multiple companies will also allow you to inquire about price matching. Some movers will honor lower quotes from competitors, so it doesn’t hurt to ask — and be ready to show estimates from other companies.

How do I choose a Columbus moving company?toggle

To choose the best moving company for you, start by researching reputable movers in Columbus. You'll want to be on the lookout for companies with mostly positive customer reviews, valid licenses, and comprehensive insurance to ensure your belongings are protected. Beyond that, you’ll want to make sure they can handle the type of move you need.

Ask for detailed moving quotes from at least three companies to compare services, pricing, and availability. A reliable Columbus moving company will be one that offers transparent pricing, excellent communication, and a proven track record of successful moves.

Helpful Ohio resources

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