The Best Movers in Houston 2023

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.

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Bellhop

moveBuddha logo iconrating starstarstarstarstar 4.52 / 5

Years in Business:  11

DOT #:  2878240

222 North 66th Street,
Houston, TX 77011, US
Visit Website (713) 766-4884

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Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Storage

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • Bellhop Moving Services
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3 Men Movers

moveBuddha logo iconrating starstarstarstarstar 4.9 / 5

Years in Business:  38

DOT #:  1914113

6805 Sands Point Drive,
Houston, TX 77074, US
Visit Website (713) 333-6683

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Pianos
  • Storage
  • Safes

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • 3 Men Movers LTD

Local Associations

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All My Sons Moving & Storage

moveBuddha logo iconrating starstarstarstarstar 4.72 / 5

Years in Business:  24

DOT #:  902281

9550 West Wingfoot Road,
Houston, TX 77041, US
Visit Website (281) 667-0966

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves
  • International moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Pianos
  • Antiques
  • Crating
  • Storage
  • Safes

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Houston, LLC.

Local Associations

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Two Men and a Truck

moveBuddha logo iconrating starstarstarstarstar 4.72 / 5

Years in Business:  30

DOT #:  1209512

7935 Wright Road,
Houston, TX 77041, US
Visit Website (281) 606-0473

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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, Houston NW
  • Two Men and A Truck

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Student Movers Inc.

moveBuddha logo iconrating starstarstarstarstar 4.66 / 5

Years in Business:  26

DOT #:  1888352

8630 Lipan Road,
Houston, TX 77063, US
Visit Website (713) 728-4900

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Pianos
  • Crating

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • Variety Movers, Inc. Commercial Division
Moving Company Rating
Great Movers Houston starstarstarstarstar 4.62 overall rating
Square Cow starstarstarstarstar 4.38 overall rating
Houston Affordable Movers starstarstarstarstar 4.2 overall rating
Johnnie T. Melia Moving & Storage starstarstarstarstar 3.96 overall rating
Firefighting's Finest Moving & Storage starstarstarstarstar 3.96 overall rating
Ameritex Movers starstarstarstarstar 3.96 overall rating
American Knights Moving & Storage, Inc. starstarstarstarstar 3.96 overall rating
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving starstarstarstarstar 3.96 overall rating
Einstein Moving Company starstarstarstarstar 3.9 overall rating
A Better Tripp Moving & Storage starstarstarstarstar 3.9 overall rating

Average moving company cost in Houston

The pricing table below shows ballpark costs for local moves within the Houston area and its surrounding suburbs. Or check out our post on the cost to move in Houston 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 $280 $105 2 movers 3 hours
1 Bedroom $385 $105 2 movers 4 hours
2 Bedroom $616 $147 3 movers 5 hours
3 Bedroom $1,411 $206 4 movers 8 hours
4 Bedroom $1,617 $206 4 movers 9 hours
5+ Bedroom $2,479 $288 5 movers 10 hours

Things to keep in mind for your Houston move

  • Parking Permits: If you're moving in Houston, you must have a commercial vehicle loading permit
  • State Licensing: In-state movers operating in the Lone Star State are legally required to be licensed by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TXDMV), which issues 10-digit TXDMV numbers to commercial carriers.

FAQs for Houston movers

How do I find a reputable Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston movers offer storage?

Yes, depending on your storage needs most moving companies in Houston 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 Houston?

Some popular attractions in Houston include:

  • The Houston Museum of Natural Science
  • Minute Maid Park
  • Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
  • Children's Museum Houston
  • Houston Zoo
  • Space Center Houston
  • The Galleria
  • Cockrell Butterfly Center
  • Toyota Center
  • Rodeo Houston or Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
  • Water Wall
  • NRG Stadium
  • Discovery Green
  • National Museum of Funeral History

How’s the job market in Houston?

Houston’s unemployment rate is at 4.8%. Looking for a job in “HOU”? Let us help you start looking, here’s a list of the top employers from this Texas city:

  • H-E-B
  • Houston Methodist
  • Memorial Hermann Health System
  • UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
  • Walmart
  • ExxonMobil
  • HCA
  • Kroger
  • Landry's
  • Schlumberger
  • Shell Oil Co.
  • United Airlines
  • UT Medical Branch Health System

Helpful Houston Resources

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