The Best Long-Distance Movers in Providence, RI
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The best long-distance mover in Providence is Scott Relocation Services, Inc. (4.56/5) for in-state moves and Safeway Moving (4.9/5) for moves out of Rhode Island, per moveBuddha's analysis of 10 Rhode Island movers.
Who are the best interstate movers serving Providence?
moveBuddha's top-rated interstate movers for Providence residents moving out of Rhode Island are Safeway Moving (4.9/5), American Van Lines (4.9/5), Allied Van Lines (4.2/5), BLVD Moving (4.3/5), and North American Van Lines (4.8/5). National carriers operate dedicated long-haul networks, carry interstate FMCSA authority, and price moves by weight and mileage, the standard model for cross-state relocations.
Who are the best long-distance movers in Providence for in-state moves?
Scott Relocation Services, Inc. (4.56/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated Providence-based mover for long-distance moves within Rhode Island, followed by Gentle Giant Moving Company (4.52/5) and Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage (4.48/5). Of the 74 intrastate-capable movers serving Providence, 73 offer full packing services, which can meaningfully reduce the physical load of a longer in-state move. Full rankings for local long-distance movers serving Providence are listed below.
Below are moveBuddha's top picks for long-distance movers that serve Providence but stay within Rhode Island:
- Scott Relocation Services, Inc.: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- Gentle Giant Moving Company: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- Economy Movers & Storage Inc: 4.44 out of 5 stars
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Scott Relocation Services, Inc. has been in business for 21 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Scott Relocation Services, Inc. has about 89% positive reviews across roughly 46 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Scott Relocation Services, Inc..
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Scott Relocation Services, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The team at Scott Relocation exceeded my expectations. They communicated with me throughout each step and were knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient. They accommodated unique requests and made my cross-country move seamless."
"Fabulous experience from start to finish. Both move out and move in crews protected entryways, padded runners, and were hardworking, friendly guys. I've used various moving options in the past, and Scott Relocation was the best."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Gentle Giant Moving Company has been in business for 43 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Gentle Giant Moving Company has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 268 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Gentle Giant Moving Company.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Gentle Giant Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The team arrived right on time, were experienced and highly organized. They carefully wrapped every piece of furniture, kept us informed, and were incredibly friendly and respectful. Highly recommend!"
"Using Gentle Giant was a fantastic decision. Kept up communication from booking to arrival. The 3 men hustled every minute and were kind, professional, efficient. Everybody should be so lucky!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage has been in business for 16 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage has about 78% positive reviews across roughly 271 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.5.
Quote accuracy 3.8
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage, and Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"The team at Correira Brothers' made this stressful experience so much easier for me! They were professional and courteous - just a pleasure to deal with, both as we planned the move and on the day itself."
"Our movers were spectacular and worked very quickly. They were professional, careful with breakables, and efficient with time. I would recommend them to anyone looking to move in the RI area."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. All My Sons Moving & Storage has been in business for 24 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. All My Sons Moving & Storage has about 86% positive reviews across roughly 264 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.5.
Quote accuracy 3.8
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from All My Sons Moving & Storage, and All My Sons Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. All My Sons Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Absolutely outstanding service from start to finish! The movers handled our move with incredible professionalism and efficiency, even in the 90-degree heat. Every piece arrived in perfect condition. Highly recommend their services to anyone in need of reliable, hardworking movers."
"I can’t say enough good things about All My Sons Moving! This is the second time I’ve used their services—absolutely fantastic. They were polite, friendly, and handled my heavy furniture with care. Efficiency and respectfulness stood out. I’ll definitely recommend."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Economy Movers & Storage Inc has been in business for 50 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like and .
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Economy Movers & Storage Inc has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 211 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Economy Movers & Storage Inc.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Economy Movers & Storage Inc emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"We used Economy movers multiple times. The crews are professional, polite, and efficient. Not a single item was damaged and the price was fair. Would recommend to anyone!"
"Outstanding moving experience—fast, careful, and friendly. They wrapped everything, protected both furniture and homes, and made the process stress-free. Highly recommended!"
What add-on services do Providence movers offer?
Not every mover in Providence offers specialty services. Based on moveBuddha's review of 74 Providence movers, here is what is available and how often:
- Art handling: offered by 58.11% of Providence movers, compared to 20.0% statewide and 45.86% nationally.
- Junk removal: offered by 40.54% of Providence movers, compared to 20.0% statewide and 36.41% nationally.
- Fragile-only packing: offered by 25.68% of Providence movers, compared to 30.0% statewide and 23.81% nationally.
- Storage: offered by 97.3% of Providence movers, compared to 100.0% statewide and 84.88% nationally.
- Hot tub relocation: offered by 20.27% of Providence movers, compared to 10.0% statewide and 21.99% nationally.
- Piano moving: offered by 86.49% of Providence movers, compared to 90.0% statewide and 72.72% nationally.
Specialty service costs below use moveBuddha's pricing dataset adjusted for Providence's cost of living.
Does Providence have movers that offer art handling?
Art handling is available from 43 of 74 Providence movers (58.11%), compared to 20.0% statewide and 45.86% nationally. Scott Relocation Services, Inc. (4.56/5) and Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage (4.48/5) rate highest for art handling in Providence. Per-piece handling runs $55 to $545, with custom crates adding $164 to $218 per item.
| Art handling in Providence | Details |
|---|---|
| Providence movers offering this | 43 of 74 (58.11%) |
| Rhode Island statewide | 2 of 10 (20.0%) |
| National average | 45.86% |
| Top-rated Providence art movers | Scott Relocation Services, Inc., Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage |
| Per-piece handling fee | $55 to $545 |
| Custom crating per item | $164 to $218 |
Custom crates and archival materials are the baseline for art moving, not an upgrade. Standard blankets protect against surface scratches but offer no defense against UV exposure or humidity shifts that cause paint to crack, canvas to warp, or sculpture finishes to degrade. Before booking, confirm the mover has handled pieces in the same medium and ask whether crates are built in-house or outsourced to a third party.
Does Providence have movers that offer junk removal?
Junk removal is available from 30 of 74 Providence movers (40.54%), compared to 20.0% statewide and 36.41% nationally. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.52/5) and G Metz Moving & Storage (4.34/5) rate highest for junk removal in Providence. Standalone junk removal typically runs $164 to $545 per load.
| Junk removal in Providence | Details |
|---|---|
| Providence movers offering this | 30 of 74 (40.54%) |
| Rhode Island statewide | 2 of 10 (20.0%) |
| National average | 36.41% |
| Top-rated Providence junk removal movers | College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving, G Metz Moving & Storage |
| Typical cost per load | $164 to $545 |
| Single large item | $82 to $164 |
Removing items before a weight-based long-distance quote is finalized directly reduces the shipment total and the move cost. Movers offering bundled junk removal can clear unwanted furniture and appliances on load day, eliminating a separate scheduling step. Verify the service covers the item types you need removed, since some movers exclude electronics, hazardous materials, and large appliances from standard junk removal pricing.
Does Providence have movers that offer fragile-only packing?
Fragile-only packing is available from 19 of 74 Providence movers (25.68%), compared to 30.0% statewide and 23.81% nationally. Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage (4.48/5) and Economy Movers & Storage Inc (4.44/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Providence. 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 Providence | Details |
|---|---|
| Providence movers offering this | 19 of 74 (25.68%) |
| Rhode Island statewide | 3 of 10 (30.0%) |
| National average | 23.81% |
| Top-rated Providence providers | Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage, Economy Movers & Storage Inc |
| 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.
Does Providence have movers that offer storage?
Storage is available from 72 of 74 Providence movers (97.3%), compared to 100.0% statewide and 84.88% nationally. Scott Relocation Services, Inc. (4.56/5) and Gentle Giant Moving Company (4.52/5) rate highest for storage in Providence. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $280/month.
| Storage in Providence | Details |
|---|---|
| Providence movers offering this | 72 of 74 (97.3%) |
| Rhode Island statewide | 10 of 10 (100.0%) |
| National average | 84.88% |
| Top-rated Providence storage movers | Scott Relocation Services, Inc., Gentle Giant Moving Company |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $280 |
| 2-3 bedroom monthly estimate (~1,000 cu ft) | $545 |
Movers that offer storage-in-transit hold belongings in their warehouse between pickup and delivery. The standard rate is approximately $0.50 per cubic foot per month. For a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft), that is roughly $280 per month. Ask how the mover calculates the billing start date before committing to a storage window longer than 30 days.
Does Providence have movers that offer hot tub relocation?
Hot tub relocation is available from 15 of 74 Providence movers (20.27%), compared to 10.0% statewide and 21.99% nationally. Economy Movers & Storage Inc (4.44/5) and G Metz Moving & Storage (4.34/5) rate highest for hot tub moves in Providence. Hot tub moves typically run $164 to $436 per item when bundled with a full-service move.
| Hot tub relocation in Providence | Details |
|---|---|
| Providence movers offering this | 15 of 74 (20.27%) |
| Rhode Island statewide | 1 of 10 (10.0%) |
| National average | 21.99% |
| Top-rated Providence hot tub movers | Economy Movers & Storage Inc, G Metz Moving & Storage |
| Bundled with full-service move | $164 to $436 |
| Standalone hot tub move | $327 to $872 |
Hot tubs are heavy, fragile, and access-dependent. Empty weight runs 500 to 1,000 lbs. Full drainage is required before any move. Tight backyard access may require a crane or a shuttle relay, both of which add to the final cost. Confirm the mover has moved hot tubs specifically, not just bulky items, before booking, since the shell and plumbing require different handling than furniture.
Does Providence have movers that offer piano moving?
Piano moving is available from 64 of 74 Providence movers (86.49%), compared to 90.0% statewide and 72.72% nationally. Gentle Giant Moving Company (4.52/5) and Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage (4.48/5) rate highest for piano moving in Providence. A standalone piano move typically costs $872 to $3,815, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Providence | Details |
|---|---|
| Providence movers offering this | 64 of 74 (86.49%) |
| Rhode Island statewide | 9 of 10 (90.0%) |
| National average | 72.72% |
| Top-rated Providence piano movers | Gentle Giant Moving Company, Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage |
| Upright piano | $872 to $1,635 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,308 to $2,725 |
| Grand piano | $1,962 to $3,815 |
The weight range for upright pianos is 400 to 800 lbs. Grand pianos exceed 1,200 lbs. Neither can be safely moved with standard furniture dollies or blankets. Crews certified for piano moving carry piano boards, rigging straps, and padded blankets designed for the instrument's weight distribution and finish. Adding a piano to a full-service household move is almost always cheaper than contracting a piano-only specialist.
Who are the best movers in Providence for small long-distance moves?
Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage leads Providence's small-move providers with a 4.48/5 moveBuddha score, followed by All My Sons Moving & Storage at 4.48/5. DIY options like moving containers and rental trucks reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving and are worth comparing for loads under 3,000 pounds.
What are the best moving containers for long-distance moves from Providence?
Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5), U-Pack (5.0/5), and MovingYourself (5.0/5) are moveBuddha's top-rated container options for moves out of Providence. Moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, making them the most cost-effective option for Providence residents who can handle their own loading and unloading. Container pricing varies by distance, container size, and the number of units required, so use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare quotes for your specific move before committing to a provider.
What are the best labor-only movers in Providence?
43 of 74 Providence movers (58.11%) offer labor-only services, compared to 60.0% statewide and 54.58% nationally. Correira Brothers' Moving & Storage (4.48/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated labor-only mover in Providence, followed by Economy Movers & Storage Inc (4.44/5). Labor-only movers handle loading and unloading without providing a truck, making them the right fit for Providence residents who plan to drive themselves or who have rented their own vehicle. Combining a labor-only crew with a rental truck or moving container reduces total move cost by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's pricing dataset.
What are the best moving truck rentals for long-distance Providence moves?
Budget Truck Rental, Penske Truck Rental, and U-Haul Truck Rental are moveBuddha's top-rated rental truck options for a DIY move out of Providence. A truck rental is the cheapest way to move out of state for those willing to handle both the loading and the driving. For moves over 500 miles, a local mover and a national mover price a rental truck the same, so distance alone does not change which provider to choose. Use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare total DIY costs against container and full-service quotes before committing.
How much does it cost to hire long-distance movers in Providence?
Moving costs across Rhode Island range from $484 for a studio (2 movers, 3 hours at $126/hour) to $3,124 for a 5+ bedroom home (5 movers, 10 hours), according to moveBuddha's analysis of Rhode Island mover quotes. The table below shows Rhode Island statewide averages by home size. Your actual cost in Providence will vary based on distance, access conditions, and your mover's pricing model.
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| Home size | Estimated interstate cost from Rhode Island* |
|---|---|
| Studio apartment | $484 |
| 1-bedroom home or apartment | $610 |
| 2-bedroom home or apartment | $888 |
| 3-bedroom home | $1,840 |
| 4-bedroom home | $2,087 |
| 5+ bedroom home | $3,124 |
*Estimated costs above are based on varying types of moves that cross state lines in Rhode Island. All exceed 150 miles, but might remain below 1,500. Your price depends on inventory, distance, timing, service level, and more.
Data reflects Rhode Island statewide averages based on moveBuddha's analysis of mover quotes collected.
What affects moving costs in Providence?
Here are some additional cost considerations for your long-distance Providence move:
- Distance: The farther you move from Providence, the more you pay. A short intrastate move costs far less than a cross-country relocation. Once you cross state lines, pricing structure changes entirely and costs rise considerably.
- Home size and weight: Movers price local moves by the hour and interstate moves by total shipment weight. Downsizing before your move reduces both your bill and your packing time.
- Move type: Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most. DIY options like rental trucks or moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service, according to moveBuddha data.
- Add-on services: Professional packing adds an average of $0.15–$0.21 per pound. Shuttle service, if required, adds $0.08–$0.12 per pound with minimums often starting around $200.
- Timing: Summer moves (May through September) carry the highest rates. Mid-month and mid-week bookings are consistently cheaper than weekend or month-end dates.
FAQs about the best long-distance movers in Providence
What licensing requirements apply to long-distance movers in Providence?
Any moving company transporting goods from Providence to another state must hold a valid USDOT number and active FMCSA registration. 67 of the 74 movers moveBuddha has reviewed in Providence meet that standard — and every mover on this page is among them. Verify any company's status in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's database.
The FMCSA's Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move explains what to expect and what protections apply throughout your interstate move.
Should I choose a local or national mover for my Providence relocation?
For moves within Rhode Island, a local mover in Providence is the more cost-effective choice. moveBuddha has reviewed 74 movers in the area, averaging $130/hour, with 74 licensed for intrastate routes and 67 authorized for cross-state moves.
For relocations leaving Rhode Island, national carriers bring more logistics infrastructure for long hauls, which can reduce delays and coordination failures on complex routes, even if the price tag is higher.
When is the cheapest time of year to move away from Providence?
November and December are the cheapest months to hire movers in Providence. Winter lows average 19°F, demand drops sharply from the summer peak, and movers have more open schedule capacity — all of which create real leverage to negotiate on price. Off-season timing also comes with faster quote turnaround and more predictable availability.
What are the cheapest ways to move out of Providence?
Budget-friendly moves from the The Creative Capital almost always come down to a DIY approach, especially within 50 miles. Rental trucks and moving containers cut costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's pricing research. The two most affordable routes are a rental truck from companies like U-Haul or a moving container from PODS. Additional strategies for longer moves are in our guide to the cheapest ways to move out of state.
