Best Movers Near Berea, SC (2026 Reviews)
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving is Berea's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.58/5 , followed by TWO MEN AND A TRUCK at 4.52/5. moveBuddha scored 19 movers based in Berea out of 52 reviewed across South Carolina, drawing on 49 verified customer reviews across South Carolina.
Local movers in Berea charge by the hour. The SC average is $138/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Berea moving companies compare?
Berea's 19 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Berea, with a market average of 4.36/5, drawing on 49 verified customer reviews across South Carolina. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Berea from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Berea address.
Proximity to Berea 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 Berea?
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving is Berea's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.58/5, followed by TWO MEN AND A TRUCK at 4.52/5.
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 19 Berea movers drawing on 49 verified customer reviews across South Carolina, with a market average score of 4.36/5. Rankings include movers based in Berea 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.
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving: 4.58 out of 5 stars
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- HD Auston Moving Systems: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- Carey Moving & Storage: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- Mark 1 Moving: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- Hilldrup: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Glaser & Sons Mooving: 4.3 out of 5 stars
- Swamp Rabbit Moving: 4.3 out of 5 stars
- Undergrads Moving: 4.2 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has been in business for 6 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 248 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.9.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"I had the most seamless, stress-free moving experience with College Hunks! Zach and Jerrell were both professional and efficient. They took time moving all my items with care, so everything made it to my new apartment safely."
"CH came highly recommended by friends and I can see why. Aaron and Joel were efficient, friendly, personable, and professional. This move was the best I’ve experienced in years!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for 24 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 86% positive reviews across roughly 252 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.6.
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.
Recent reviews
"The movers showed up on time and were careful with my items. Everything was placed where I wanted. They were professional and friendly—couldn't ask for better service!"
"Kristie was fantastic with booking. The moving team was professional, fast, fun to work with and so helpful! I will never move without this company again!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. HD Auston Moving Systems has been in business for 80 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. HD Auston Moving Systems has about 88% positive reviews across roughly 225 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 HD Auston Moving Systems.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. HD Auston Moving Systems emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"John and Ronnie were great! They moved everything in a timely manner and took great care not to damage anything. I highly recommend them. My quote was reasonable and accurate."
"The moving service showed care for our home items, and they effectively completed the move with installation of the pieces in the correct destination."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. All My Sons Moving & Storage has been in business for 27 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. All My Sons Moving & Storage has about 46% positive reviews across roughly 417 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.3.
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 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. All My Sons Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"The crew—Charles, Tim, and one other team member—did a fantastic job. They showed up on time, stayed busy throughout the move, and made the process smooth and efficient. Everyone was friendly and personable."
"Josh, Cam, and Preston worked hard, efficiently, and handled my furniture with care. Each one was polite and treated me and my friends with utmost respect. Thank you for your professionalism and for making this ‘The Best Moving Experience, Period!’"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Carey Moving & Storage has been in business for 119 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. Carey Moving & Storage has about 72% positive reviews across roughly 128 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.7.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Carey Moving & Storage.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Carey Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Carey Moving has done a fantastic job with Girl Scout cookie pickup! It's fast, organized, and accurate. We truly appreciate all the workers and staff here!"
"Our Girl Scout cookie pickup was absolutely amazing! It was incredibly efficient, we were driving off 3 minutes before we scheduled to pick up! Would absolutely recommend for any of your cookie pickup needs :)"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Mark 1 Moving has been in business for 37 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. Mark 1 Moving has about 83% positive reviews across roughly 70 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.0.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Mark 1 Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Mark 1 Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"We had a very positive experience with Mark 1 Moving. They were timely, professional and very careful with our furniture wrapping each piece individually. Roman and his crew did an amazing job. Highly recommend."
"Kristen and her team are absolutely professional, courteous, and prompt. The packing, loading and unloading crews were wonderful. They were clean, careful, polite and extremely helpful. Always on time. 5star company in all departments."
Hilldrup
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Hilldrup has been in business for 123 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.3
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Hilldrup has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 211 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.7.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Hilldrup.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Hilldrup emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
Recent reviews
"From the estimate, to the scheduling and down to the TOP NOTCH crew which worked on our job for 3 days. This crew especially was a true class act; punctual, polite, respectful, and down right FUN!"
"The movers themselves were all friendly, punctual, and meticulous with our possessions. Items put in storage for almost 2 months, every single item was accounted for and in perfect condition upon arrival."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.4
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Glaser & Sons Mooving has been in business for 35 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like intrastate moving and office moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Glaser & Sons Mooving has about 91% positive reviews across roughly 87 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 Glaser & Sons Mooving.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Glaser & Sons Mooving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"They always provide professional and courteous service, and are hard working honest folks. Their fees are very competitive, and although we hope this to be our last move, we would use them again!"
"Glaser and Sons Mooving made my move easy. I highly recommend!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.4
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Swamp Rabbit Moving has been in business for 4 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Swamp Rabbit Moving has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 258 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 Swamp Rabbit Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Swamp Rabbit Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"We had a great experience with Swamp Rabbit moving! The crew was polite, knowledgeable, and worked efficiently—even in the almost 100° heat. Everything was handled with care and no damages. 100% would recommend them to friends & family!"
"The team was professional, efficient, and friendly. They handled my family's belongings carefully, packed securely for a long move, and made sure we were quoted accurately. Highly recommend—exceptional service!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.4
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Undergrads Moving has been in business for many years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Undergrads Moving has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 215 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 quotes from Undergrads Moving.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Undergrads Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Our experience with Undergrads Moving was outstanding. The two-man crew was efficient, worked together seamlessly, and got more stuff than we thought possible in our container. Very prompt & professional & hard working!"
"Highly recommend this company and my movers. They were communicative, on time, efficient and helpful. Thank you Caleb F and Caleb M for everything."
Which Berea movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Berea mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 19 Berea moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 10 of 19 Berea movers (52.63%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.52/5) is Berea's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 6 of 19 Berea movers (31.58%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. All My Sons Moving & Storage (4.52/5) rates highest for antique care in Berea.
- Art packing: 7 of 19 Berea movers (36.84%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Mark 1 Moving (4.44/5) rates highest for art packing in Berea.
- Climate-controlled storage: 7 of 19 Berea movers (36.84%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. HD Auston Moving Systems (4.48/5) is Berea's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 4 of 19 Berea movers (21.05%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Mark 1 Moving (4.44/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Berea.
How much does piano moving cost in Berea?
Piano moving is available from 10 of 19 Berea movers (52.63%), compared to 72.52% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK leads Berea piano movers with a 4.52/5 moveBuddha score, followed by HD Auston Moving Systems at 4.48/5. A standalone piano move in Berea typically costs $728 to $3,185, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Berea | Details |
|---|---|
| Berea movers offering this | 10 of 19 (52.63%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Berea piano movers | TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, HD Auston Moving Systems |
| Upright piano | $728 to $1,365 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,092 to $2,275 |
| Grand piano | $1,638 to $3,185 |
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 Berea?
Antique handling is available from 6 of 19 Berea movers (31.58%), compared to 46.24% nationally. All My Sons Moving & Storage (4.52/5) and Mark 1 Moving (4.44/5) rate highest for antique care in Berea. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $910 to $2,275 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Berea | Details |
|---|---|
| Berea movers offering this | 6 of 19 (31.58%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Berea antique movers | All My Sons Moving & Storage, Mark 1 Moving |
| Added cost to a household move | $910 to $2,275 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $46 to $455 |
| Custom crating per item | $137 to $182 |
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 Berea?
Art packing is available from 7 of 19 Berea movers (36.84%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Mark 1 Moving (4.44/5) and Hilldrup (4.5/5) rate highest for art packing in Berea. Per-piece art handling in Berea runs $46 to $455, with custom crates adding $137 to $182 per item.
| Art packing in Berea | Details |
|---|---|
| Berea movers offering this | 7 of 19 (36.84%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Berea art movers | Mark 1 Moving, Hilldrup |
| Per-piece handling fee | $46 to $455 |
| Custom crating per item | $137 to $182 |
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 Berea?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 7 of 19 Berea movers (36.84%), compared to 33.2% nationally. HD Auston Moving Systems (4.48/5) and All My Sons Moving & Storage (4.52/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Berea. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $234/month in Berea.
| Climate-controlled storage in Berea | Details |
|---|---|
| Berea movers offering this | 7 of 19 (36.84%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Berea providers | HD Auston Moving Systems, All My Sons Moving & Storage |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $234 |
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 Berea?
Fragile-only packing is available from 4 of 19 Berea movers (21.05%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Mark 1 Moving (4.44/5) and Hilldrup (4.5/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Berea. 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 Berea | Details |
|---|---|
| Berea movers offering this | 4 of 19 (21.05%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Berea providers | Mark 1 Moving, Hilldrup |
| 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 Berea?
HD Auston Moving Systems (4.48/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Berea, drawing on 49 verified customer reviews across South Carolina. The Berea market averages 4.36/5 across 19 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Berea, SC
How much do movers cost in Berea, SC?
Local movers in Berea, SC charge by the hour. The SC average is $138/hour for a 2-person crew. Berea's top-rated mover is HD Auston Moving Systems, earning a 4.48/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 49 verified customer reviews across South Carolina.
Key cost factors for a Berea 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: 5.0% of Berea movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 5.0% of Berea movers (1.0 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 Berea across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 79.0% of Berea 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 Berea movers (19.0 companies) offer full packing, and 89.0% 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 Berea include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Berea, SC 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 Berea movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Berea movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100.0% (19.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 89.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 84.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$234/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 5.0% (1.0 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) | 53.0% (10.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 58.0% (11.0 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 Berea offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Berea movers in its database. That does not mean discounts are unavailable. Ask each mover directly at the quote stage, since some companies offer unpublished rates for eligible groups. Confirm any discount in writing before signing.
How we chose the best moving companies in Berea
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 52 South Carolina 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.