Top 10 Moving Companies in Ephrata, PA

Porch Pro Headshot Moving Pro
Movers
Serves Ephrata, Pennsylvania
(415)
We love helping people! This industry is so awesome and rewarding. We recognize that we are coming into people's lives at a very stressful and hectic time. We are able to step in, facilitate the move, ease the customer's mind, while simultaneously being part of something great! Basically, we have th...Read more about Moving Pro
We love helping people! This industry is so awesome and rewarding. We recognize that we are coming into people's lives at a very stressful and hectic time. We are able to step in, facilitate the move, ease the customer's mind, while simultaneously being part of something great! Basically, we have th...Read more about Moving Pro
Porch Pro Headshot Jack Treier Moving & Storage
Movers
Serves Ephrata, Pennsylvania
(344)
Jack Treier Moving & Storage has been moving people locally, nationally, and internationally for over 30 years. We pride ourselves in giving our customers our best during each step of the moving process. We have unmatched movers who are highly qualified and take great pride in their work. Our custom...Read more about Jack Treier Moving & Storage
Jack Treier Moving & Storage has been moving people locally, nationally, and internationally for over 30 years. We pride ourselves in giving our customers our best during each step of the moving process. We have unmatched movers who are highly qualified and take great pride in their work. Our custom...Read more about Jack Treier Moving & Storage
Porch Pro Headshot Spark Moving
Movers
Serves Ephrata, Pennsylvania
(93)
"The movers we had were amazing. They were very efficient, courteous, and exceeded our expectations. They did excellent work, and did not slowdown, they moved in the last 30 minutes the same as the first 30 minutes. It did not seem like they were stretching out the clock as I wondered would happen. ...Read more about Spark Moving
"The movers we had were amazing. They were very efficient, courteous, and exceeded our expectations. They did excellent work, and did not slowdown, they moved in the last 30 minutes the same as the first 30 minutes. It did not seem like they were stretching out the clock as I wondered would happen. ...Read more about Spark Moving
Porch Pro Headshot New Home Casa Nueva Movers
Movers
Serves Ephrata, Pennsylvania
(1)
We are professional movers dedicated to improving the moving industry. We are based in Minnesota providing local moving, long distance moving, and professional moving labor. Need Moving Labor Help In Another State? We cover 48 states when it comes to loading and unloading your truck rental, portab...Read more about New Home Casa Nueva Movers
We are professional movers dedicated to improving the moving industry. We are based in Minnesota providing local moving, long distance moving, and professional moving labor. Need Moving Labor Help In Another State? We cover 48 states when it comes to loading and unloading your truck rental, portab...Read more about New Home Casa Nueva Movers
Porch Pro Headshot Baltimore Movers
Movers
Serves Ephrata, Pennsylvania
(16)
"By far the best moving service we have ever used since we moved to Baltimore. From start to finish, the team were extremely professional, timely, honest, and careful. I have never seen such polite and efficient movers. They showed up in 2 big trucks, six very professional and polite men, and got a ...Read more about Baltimore Movers
"By far the best moving service we have ever used since we moved to Baltimore. From start to finish, the team were extremely professional, timely, honest, and careful. I have never seen such polite and efficient movers. They showed up in 2 big trucks, six very professional and polite men, and got a ...Read more about Baltimore Movers
Porch Pro Headshot Nationwide Mover Inc
Movers
Serves Ephrata, Pennsylvania
(4)
"I moved last month and was very hesitant in hiring someone. I hired a broker originally, but cancelled with them to make sure i hired an actual carrier. The nationwide mover rep named Will explained the whole process and helped me feel better about the move. On move day, their movers were very poli...Read more about Nationwide Mover Inc
"I moved last month and was very hesitant in hiring someone. I hired a broker originally, but cancelled with them to make sure i hired an actual carrier. The nationwide mover rep named Will explained the whole process and helped me feel better about the move. On move day, their movers were very poli...Read more about Nationwide Mover Inc
Porch Pro Headshot Mountain Movers
Movers
Serves Ephrata, Pennsylvania
(27)
Locally owned and professionally operated, Mountain Movers is a full service moving company based in Reading, PA specializing in moving services across Eastern Pennsylvania, including Berks, Lancaster, Montgomery and Lehigh County.
Locally owned and professionally operated, Mountain Movers is a full service moving company based in Reading, PA specializing in moving services across Eastern Pennsylvania, including Berks, Lancaster, Montgomery and Lehigh County.
Porch Pro Headshot Magnificent Mighty Movers LLC
Movers
Serves Ephrata, Pennsylvania
(53)
We are family based company. With many years of experience. We aim to please all of our customers. We love what we do so traveling isn't a big deal.No load is too big. Magnificent Mighty Movers!
We are family based company. With many years of experience. We aim to please all of our customers. We love what we do so traveling isn't a big deal.No load is too big. Magnificent Mighty Movers!
Porch Pro Headshot TLC Ladies
Movers
Serves Ephrata, Pennsylvania
TLC Ladies has been serving Lebanon, Lancaster, Berks, Dauphin, and surrounding areas since 1993. We pride ourselves in creating and executing move plans customized to our client's needs. From organizing the move and downsizing assistance, to the packing and unpacking of the personal belongings, let...Read more about TLC Ladies
TLC Ladies has been serving Lebanon, Lancaster, Berks, Dauphin, and surrounding areas since 1993. We pride ourselves in creating and executing move plans customized to our client's needs. From organizing the move and downsizing assistance, to the packing and unpacking of the personal belongings, let...Read more about TLC Ladies
Porch Pro Headshot Movers & Co.
Movers
Serves Ephrata, Pennsylvania
(73)

Frequently asked questions about moving companies

There are a lot of great moving companies out there, but a moving business can also be a guise for a scam meant to extort money from innocent people by holding their belongings hostage. There are some tried and true ways to avoid having this happen to you. To keep your move stress-free and honest, keep an eye out for the following red flags when you’re vetting movers:

  • Read online reviews. When you type in a search term like “Moving companies near me,” you’ll get many results. This initial search is your first chance to browse and shortlist companies with good reviews. Chances are, if there is an overwhelming amount of negative reviews, the company is either a scam or has poor business practices that you don’t want to experience first-hand. A small number of poor reviews (depending on the issue) is common, and if you’re looking for a mover with only 5-star reviews, you might be looking for a while.Another tool for vetting movers is to search for complaints filed with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. If your mover has held or currently holds a license, any complaints registered against them will be logged for transparency.
  • Assess websites and social media. The quality and amount of information on a company’s website can tell you much about its legitimacy. Questionable businesses often won’t publish an address, making it difficult for you to follow up in person when there are issues. Likewise, you should expect to see an outline of available services, testimonials, and links to any social media profiles.
  • Don’t trust a company that gives you a quote without an on-site visit. Some movers will give you an enticingly low quote to reel you in. While this might seem tempting, it often indicates a company that isn’t upfront about how they bill, at best — or is an outright scam.
  • Sign (and read) an agreement. Make sure you read the fine print and never trust a mover that tries to move forward without having you sign an agreement that protects both of you.
  • Call or visit a storefront before signing an agreement. Once you have a list of two or three potential professional movers, take the time to call or visit a storefront. That call or visit can tell you a couple of important things. First, they have public premises and are a legitimate business. Second, they answer the phone with the company's name and not a generic greeting, which can be a red flag.
  • Investigate third-party insurance. Be wary of movers who tell you their insurance will cover all your things. This explanation often isn’t the case, and you should ensure you have the right coverage from a third-party insurance agency.

If you're hiring a mover for an interstate move, they’ll need a US Department of Transportation (USDOT) license. For local movers, requirements will vary based on your state. Some states still require movers to hold a valid license from the USDOT, but not all do. Check with your local or county consumer affairs office or your state attorney general’s office to know the rules in your area.

Once you know if your state requires movers to have a USDOT license, you can check for a list of registered movers to ensure your chosen moving company complies.

If you’re moving internationally, be sure to ask if the company is registered with an international movers’ federation. If they are registered with a federation, ask to see proof of that membership as well as the company’s Federal Maritime Commission number.

Long-distance moves can be within the same state, but often this term is used to mean a move that crosses state lines. If that’s the case for you, you’ll need to take extra steps to ensure your moving company has the licenses needed to transport your things from one state to another. Local moving companies may need licenses but have fewer requirements than long-distance movers.

It’s okay to be overly skeptical if you ask a mover if they handle long-distance or interstate moves and you get an answer like “We can” or “That should be fine.” There are specific rules around interstate moves, and your mover should be confident in their answer, indicating that they’ve done this before and have the required certifications and licenses.

Smaller moving companies can be great to work with when you hire movers. However, you may want peace of mind with a recognizable, big-name company for long-distance moves.

Be sure to research long-distance move insurance options. Be clear that your goods must be insured from the start to the end of the journey. Be sure to ask your moving company for a free moving valuation. Finally, always ask for three different cost estimates. An in-person estimate not only provides you with financial considerations, but allows you to evaluate the professionalism of the company. Once you choose a moving company, you have made a commitment. It makes sense to do research up front to make the move safe and efficient.

The worst-case scenario when you hire movers is paying a large upfront deposit and then your belongings disappear. Calls and emails go unreturned for days or weeks, and finding an address for the company is difficult or impossible. Some scams demand more money for the safe return of your property, which could be damaged if you even get it back.

Taking the precautions we’ve outlined will help you avoid this situation. Still, suppose you have a bad experience with your moving company. In that case, you can take steps to help others avoid having the same experience as you:

  • Submit a complaint with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). The BBB is a resource for consumers when vetting a potential business and filing a complaint if they encounter misleading advertising, poor business practices, or scams.
  • File a complaint with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The USDOT and FMCSA are the regulating bodies responsible for licensing moving companies in the US. If you run into trouble with your mover, file a complaint here and with the BBB.
  • Post an online review. Google Reviews is becoming a more powerful tool for consumers, requiring businesses to be accountable for their irresponsible or illegal actions by potentially losing business. Trolls aside, posting a review online is a great way to let others know what to expect if they choose to work with the same company, or at least — what your experience was.
  • Take to social media. Social platforms have influence, and using that to let others know about a scam — or just a negative experience — can help the business improve its practices and future customers to sidestep the same situation you encountered.

Below is a handy list of times to get in touch with moving companies to have the smoothest moving experience.

  • If you’re moving all of your property long-distance. Unless you have independent access to a moving truck and several days to drive, you’ll likely want to hire professional movers for bigger jobs. Another option is to hire furniture movers for more oversized items like your sofa, sitting chairs, dining room table, etc., and take the smaller or more fragile items yourself.
  • With as much lead time as possible. Leaving plenty of time is particularly important for long-distance and interstate moves. The logistics for these types of moves take time to coordinate, and the further the distance, the more time your mover will want to get plans in place. It’s possible that you can schedule a long-distance move at the last minute, but you’ll likely pay a premium that you could’ve avoided by booking in advance.
  • Before choosing a moving company. Once you do your initial online search for “movers near me,” read reviews, and shortlist a few companies, it’s time to get in touch. This step will let you verify the legitimacy of the moving company you chose so you can avoid any potential headaches from scams.
  • When you’re ready to schedule an on-site walk-through. Good moving companies will require a walk-through of most homes. Some exceptions are if you live in a smaller space, like a one or two-bedroom apartment, and can give your mover a reasonably accurate list of how much you have to move.

As you’re planning a long-distance move, consider all the options available.

Hire professional movers for everything.

This is the easiest option. Having pros move your things frees you to travel to your new location on your timeline. Maybe you take a vacation on your way or visit family or friends!

However, having professional movers take on an end-to-end job is the most expensive option. Your property will be out of your sight and control during the move and you’ll need to pay for third-party insurance.

Rent a moving truck and pack it yourself.

If you’re looking for the cheapest way to move long distances, this is it! You get to keep your things with you during your whole move and if you plan your route well, you can make some fun road trip stops.

While this is the least expensive option, you’ll need to invest the time to load your moving truck, which is a labor-intensive job. Plus, someone needs to drive the truck, which can be an experience if you’ve never driven a large vehicle before.

Rent a moving truck, but hire movers to help load and unload.

This option allows you to leave the heavy lifting to the pros and since movers charge by the hour, if you’re well-organized, you can have them in and out in a few hours for a reasonable price. Movers also come prepped with plastic wrap and will disassemble furniture like your bedframe or dining room table if you don’t have time to do it yourself.

If you choose this option, make sure you label all boxes by room so you can avoid a chaotic unpacking experience. Remember, you’ll still need to have someone onboard used to driving a large moving truck and you won’t have the same flexibility to travel on your schedule since you’ll be paying by the day for your rental truck.

Hire furniture movers and drive the smaller items in your vehicle.

This option allows you to hire out moving the cumbersome things, saving your time (and your back) and if you coordinate with your moving company, you can have all your furniture delivered when you arrive, making the move-in process more pleasant.

Be aware that long-distance furniture movers charge by weight, so if you have lots of heavy wood furniture, it can get costly. Also, fragile items, like glassware, need lots of packing material, so they don’t break during travel. You might end up with more boxes than you can fit in your vehicle.

Recent reviews for Ephrata Movers

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New Home Casa Nueva Movers paid close attention to every detail of our move. They took the time to label boxes accurately, ensuring everything ended up in the right place. Their meticulous approach made unpacking a breeze.

- Raymond Miller
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New Home Casa Nueva Movers paid close attention to every detail of our move. They took the time to label boxes accurately, ensuring everything ended up in the right place. Their meticulous approach made unpacking a breeze.

- Raymond Miller
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New Home Casa Nueva Movers paid close attention to every detail of our move. They took the time to label boxes accurately, ensuring everything ended up in the right place. Their meticulous approach made unpacking a breeze.

- Raymond Miller
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New Home Casa Nueva Movers paid close attention to every detail of our move. They took the time to label boxes accurately, ensuring everything ended up in the right place. Their meticulous approach made unpacking a breeze.

- Raymond Miller
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New Home Casa Nueva Movers paid close attention to every detail of our move. They took the time to label boxes accurately, ensuring everything ended up in the right place. Their meticulous approach made unpacking a breeze.

- Raymond Miller
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New Home Casa Nueva Movers paid close attention to every detail of our move. They took the time to label boxes accurately, ensuring everything ended up in the right place. Their meticulous approach made unpacking a breeze.

- Raymond Miller
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New Home Casa Nueva Movers paid close attention to every detail of our move. They took the time to label boxes accurately, ensuring everything ended up in the right place. Their meticulous approach made unpacking a breeze.

- Raymond Miller
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This was my first time hiring a moving company, having always done the rental truck and friends. I can't rave enough about Spark Moving. Everyone was professional and courteous. From the spot on estimate to the heavy lifting everything was perfect. They d...

- Carl Morgan
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Team arrived on time and they were very hard workers, friendly, efficient. Some of my furniture were quite heavy but they didn’t moan, like the other movers I have used before, and very careful and gentle with my stuff. All of our things arrived in pristi...

- Clint Moeller
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We had a great experience with Spark Moving. The three movers that came and moved us were professional and amiable. We moved from a third floor apartment to a house that had two floors. They moved everything quickly and the vast amount of stairs didn't se...

- Marcel Finch
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The Movers from Spark Moving were very professional and punctual to deal with. On the day of the move, they came and padded and wrapped my furniture so well that all those were in perfect condition without any scratches or dents. They knew what I wanted ...

- Ricky Martin
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Spark Moving made this the easiest move I've ever had. The movers were professional, nice and funny. They were on time, confirmed appointment, called to check in and did more than I asked to help me get the job done. I would recommend them to anybody need...

- Andrew Skiba

Everything You Need to Know About Ephrata Moving Companies

Does the mover I want to hire need to be licensed in Ephrata?

Before you start any project, it is crucial to learn about the certifications and licenses that you or your Mover need to have. There are 0 movers in Ephrata that are licensed.

Here are the types of license(s) Movers need to have to work on Moving Services jobs in PA:

How do I know I am getting a fair price for Moving Services work in Ephrata?

Every Moving Services job has different requirements. Remember that the price will differ depending on the scope of your project. However, that doesn't mean you have to go in blind. Check out our tips for getting a fair price for Ephrata work from Moversbelow:

  • Talk to a few different Movers and ask for quotes to compare. We have around 50 professionals and companies in Ephrata for you to compare.
  • Before contacting a company, check out the ratings and reviews from previous customers to learn what others have paid, how long the Movers took on the job, and how satisfied they were.

Who should I hire if I need Moving Services in Ephrata?

Right now there are about 50 companies in and around Ephrata ready to help you with your moving services project.

  • percent of them have 5-star ratings, based on 1 customer reviews, while percent of them have 2-star ratings or lower, based on 1 customer reviews.
  • Of the 50 Movers in the Ephrata area:
    • 1 have a state level accreditation
    • 2 have BBB accreditation.

Below we've listed a few of the top Movers on Porch:

  • Moving Help
    • B & A Svc
      • Jack Treier Moving & Storage

        All Moving Companies in Ephrata, PA

        Porch Pro Headshot Easy Fix LLC
        Movers
        Serves Ephrata, Pennsylvania
        (7)
        At Easy Fix our primary goal is to provide affordable solutions to our clients problems!
        At Easy Fix our primary goal is to provide affordable solutions to our clients problems!
        Porch Pro Headshot Kane & Family Movers LLC
        Movers
        Serves Ephrata, Pennsylvania
        Kane & Family Movers is family-owned and –operated company. We take pride in providing our customers with the same caution and care that we would provide if moving a close friend or family member. Customer satisfaction is our top priority, with a commitment to quality and excellence. Kane & Family M...Read more about Kane & Family Movers LLC
        Kane & Family Movers is family-owned and –operated company. We take pride in providing our customers with the same caution and care that we would provide if moving a close friend or family member. Customer satisfaction is our top priority, with a commitment to quality and excellence. Kane & Family M...Read more about Kane & Family Movers LLC
        Porch Pro Headshot Lcj's Family Movers
        Movers
        Serves Ephrata, Pennsylvania
        (16)
        We provide loading and unloading cleaning driving packing and unpacking and also snow removal.
        We provide loading and unloading cleaning driving packing and unpacking and also snow removal.
        Porch Pro Headshot HireAHelper
        Movers
        Serves Ephrata, Pennsylvania
        (26)
        We are a national company with a brick-and-mortar headquarters located in Oceanside, CA. To ensure your move goes smoothly, you can reach a real person here 7 days a week.
        We are a national company with a brick-and-mortar headquarters located in Oceanside, CA. To ensure your move goes smoothly, you can reach a real person here 7 days a week. Learn more at HireAHelper.com.

        Latest projects near Ephrata

        Recent projects booked on Porch
        Ephrata 17522
        Moving
        Comments from Customer
        moving 2 dressers 2 chest of drawers and a sofa and chair
        Ephrata 17522
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        moving from a small apartment to a larger apartment in same city
        Akron 17501
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        Comments from Customer
        We are moving from a very small second floor apartment in Akron to a larger half house in Ephrata. We are not able to carry furniture and boxes ourselves nor do we have a large vehicle. There is also a large attic full of assorted odds and ends that we will sift through that. There is nothing really heavy - we have no beds only two futons. There are two dressers and two desks and a few chairs. A large light weigh tv. There is a long dresser that is not heavy without the drawers. The new place is on the first floor. Anything valuable or very breakable we will move ourselves.