Top 3 Moving Companies in Philadelphia, PA

Porch Pro Headshot Man With A Van ®
(1,565)
"John and Zac were great! They moved my daughter's dorm from State University to Center City Philadelphia. She just has cheap Ikea like stuff, but after seeing how carefully they handled everything I'd trust them with my antiques."
1317 Irving St, Philadelphia, PA
800-575-6006
Porch Pro Headshot Bluebell Relocation Services
"The moving team from Bluebell Relocation Services did an amazingly efficient and professional job of moving me from NJ to PA. They arrived on time and moved me in to my new place within only a couple of hours. They even helped to make it easier for me to unpack and stay organized. Working with the...Read more about Bluebell Relocation Services
35 Monhegan St Ste 7, Clifton, NJ
201-468-6024
Porch Pro Headshot Moving Pro
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Moving Pro

(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
90 Dayton Ave, Passaic, NJ
973-306-0509

More Moving Companies in Philadelphia, PA

Porch Pro Headshot Keep It Moving, LLC.
Movers
Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(191)
Professional Moving and Hauling Company. Licensed and Insured to conduct Local, Long Distance Moving and Hauling, White Glove Delivery, Labor Only Moves, and Clean Outs. Keep It Moving are Accredited Members of the Better Business Bureau, and Members of the Pennasylvania Moving and Storage Associati...Read more about Keep It Moving, LLC.
Professional Moving and Hauling Company. Licensed and Insured to conduct Local, Long Distance Moving and Hauling, White Glove Delivery, Labor Only Moves, and Clean Outs. Keep It Moving are Accredited Members of the Better Business Bureau, and Members of the Pennasylvania Moving and Storage Associati...Read more about Keep It Moving, LLC.
Porch Pro Headshot Spark Moving
Movers
Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(93)
"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 and helped me to set up all the things in th...Read more about Spark Moving
"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 and helped me to set up all the things in th...Read more about Spark Moving
Porch Pro Headshot ABC Movers Philadelphia
Movers
Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Porch Pro Headshot THE CONSTRUCT GROUP
Movers
Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(17)
"In dealing with contractors for various jobs, I have never dealt with someone whose follow thru was as good as Jeremy's. From the moment I sent an inquiry for a quote, he called immediately. When we finalized the day of installation of a new shed, he was early, and he completed the job quickly an...Read more about THE CONSTRUCT GROUP
"In dealing with contractors for various jobs, I have never dealt with someone whose follow thru was as good as Jeremy's. From the moment I sent an inquiry for a quote, he called immediately. When we finalized the day of installation of a new shed, he was early, and he completed the job quickly an...Read more about THE CONSTRUCT GROUP
Porch Pro Headshot Right Way To Moving
Movers
Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(54)
We specialize in loading/unloading Pods, Storage Units, Condos, Apartments and Houses. Ww also do specialty jobs, in house moves, heavy lifting, assemblies/disassembly, commercial or residential, local and long distance.
We specialize in loading/unloading Pods, Storage Units, Condos, Apartments and Houses. Ww also do specialty jobs, in house moves, heavy lifting, assemblies/disassembly, commercial or residential, local and long distance.
Porch Pro Headshot 3B Moving & Transportation, LLC
Movers
Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(5)
3B Moving & Transportation was founded in August of 2015 on the principle of providing exlemparary customer service with the strength of our brotherhood. Our services include : professional style packing/unpacking, loading/unloading, specialty item handling and logistic solutions for all of our cust...Read more about 3B Moving & Transportation, LLC
3B Moving & Transportation was founded in August of 2015 on the principle of providing exlemparary customer service with the strength of our brotherhood. Our services include : professional style packing/unpacking, loading/unloading, specialty item handling and logistic solutions for all of our cust...Read more about 3B Moving & Transportation, LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Concrete Plus
Movers
Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(35)
The best crafsman this side of the Mississippi. We complete jobs quick and proficient at expert level.
The best crafsman this side of the Mississippi. We complete jobs quick and proficient at expert level.

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 Philadelphia Movers

80750

Very nice people, good job, I love them, Recommendable, high five

- MAS Apla
151419

Excellent. Called ahead. Arrived on time. Quick work. Good price ( less than others).

- doug smith
80089

I had an outstanding experience with this company. They took care of all details with great atten.

- Michael Tchona
170190

Could not have asked for a more awesome moving experience. The movers from Bluebell Relocation Services came and moved everything from my home with lightning speed, but with extreme care as well. Nothing was damaged or broken. They came right on time and...

- Richard Dinwiddie
181612

Compared to the other moving companies who have previously worked for me, I prefer Bluebell Relocation Services. There are many reasons for me to say this. For one, they are timely in their services. They said they would be around to start the work at ear...

- Douglas Andrews
179404

I called Bluebell Relocation Services when I saw what an excellent job they did for my downstairs neighbours. The sales rep called me right back within the hour and gave me an estimate over the phone. I own a lot of books and I'm always worried about boxe...

- Joseph Purdy
170086

Great service, totally professional and efficient team of movers. They were careful with everything and even saved me money by completing the work in a quicker time than originally estimated. They showed up on time and worked diligently. I was kept in the...

- John Seal
169575

I hired Bluebell Relocation Services as I had to move on such a short notice and I was quite stressed to do it all on my own. They really helped me through this process. The sales rep quoted more than fairly and the movers were very capable. All my stuffs...

- Joseph George
168946

I have used this company for two of my moves, and will never move again without hiring them. They are reasonably priced, usually show up ahead of schedule, and do such a great job packing everything safely into the truck. Everyone is no-nonsense and gets ...

- Albert Hogan
182301

This was my first time moving and I am so glad I read reviews and went with this company. The movers were incredible. They came to my house and greeted me very kindly. My furniture was wrapped up so professionally that at delivery I got my furniture in pe...

- Sid Noriega
179076

I can't say enough good things about this company. We recently relocated from NJ to NY and hired Bluebell Relocation Services for the move. Their attention to detail was phenomenal. The best part was that they set up our beds and other furniture for us an...

- Kevin Jones
181312

My move was sudden to the point that I didn't have any schedule-wise to pack every one of my things all alone. I hired Bluebell Relocation Services for their stunning performance and trusted they could work some miracle into this move. It was a decent cho...

- Jose Ross

Everything You Need to Know About Philadelphia Moving Companies

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

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 Philadelphia that are licensed.

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

What Philadelphia zip codes are served by Movers?

Philadelphia has 50 total Mover companies that service multiple zip codes. We've put together a list of areas in and around Philadelphia with the most Movers:

      • 2 Movers in 19050.
        • 2 Movers in 19029.

        How does invoicing/payment work for most Mover projects in Philadelphia?

        Every project differs, but you should ask any mover for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any moving services work is done.

        If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for movers to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your mover project.

        If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the mover to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.

        All Moving Companies in Philadelphia, PA

        Porch Pro Headshot ALL THAT SERVICE LLC
        Movers
        Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
        (1)
        1- We are a family owned company that pride ourselves in making our customers so happy that they will recommend us.70% of our customers choose us because we are referred by another customer and 2- We are so committed to satisfy you that we will go back and make it right if we ever miss anything. ...Read more about ALL THAT SERVICE LLC
        1- We are a family owned company that pride ourselves in making our customers so happy that they will recommend us.70% of our customers choose us because we are referred by another customer and 2- We are so committed to satisfy you that we will go back and make it right if we ever miss anything. ...Read more about ALL THAT SERVICE LLC
        Porch Pro Headshot Nicky's Moving & Storage
        Movers
        Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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        Porch Pro Headshot Smooth Deliveries LLC
        Movers
        Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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        Porch Pro Headshot Keller Moving & Storage, Inc
        Movers
        Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
        (8)
        Keller Moving and Storage, Inc. is a family owned and operated company that has been successfully providing quality service in the Pennsylvania area. Our commitment to provide quality service and personal attention has made us well known throughout Lehigh county and surrounding areas.
        Keller Moving and Storage, Inc. is a family owned and operated company that has been successfully providing quality service in the Pennsylvania area. Our commitment to provide quality service and personal attention has made us well known throughout Lehigh county and surrounding areas.
        Porch Pro Headshot Lucas Moving & Home Service
        Movers
        Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
        Responsible for moving business/industrial and residential furniture; to or from contracted locations. Fast-paced industry involving continual body activity; lifting items weighing 50-400 lbs Utilize machine operated equipment and standard moving tools Breakdown and setup furniture items based on cu...Read more about Lucas Moving & Home Service
        Responsible for moving business/industrial and residential furniture; to or from contracted locations. Fast-paced industry involving continual body activity; lifting items weighing 50-400 lbs Utilize machine operated equipment and standard moving tools Breakdown and setup furniture items based on cu...Read more about Lucas Moving & Home Service
        Porch Pro Headshot Prestige Movers
        Movers
        Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
        Customers choose us because of our quality, care, trust, rate and dependability. Prestige Movers is a winning moving company that has performed over 24,000 moves. We hope to add you to our list of loyal moving customers. Prestige Movers Local Move Highlights: Shrink wrap and professional furniture...Read more about Prestige Movers
        Customers choose us because of our quality, care, trust, rate and dependability. Prestige Movers is a winning moving company that has performed over 24,000 moves. We hope to add you to our list of loyal moving customers. Prestige Movers Local Move Highlights: Shrink wrap and professional furniture...Read more about Prestige Movers
        Porch Pro Headshot R Rivera Home Solutions
        Movers
        Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
        We strive to ensure good quality service and durability that will last thru the years. Customer Satisfaction is our number 1 priority.
        We strive to ensure good quality service and durability that will last thru the years. Customer Satisfaction is our number 1 priority.
        Porch Pro Headshot MoneyRoute Movers
        Movers
        Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
        We are an Professionals moving company, we can supply the truck, blankets, wrap, and can assemble/disassemble your furniture if need be.
        We are an Professionals moving company, we can supply the truck, blankets, wrap, and can assemble/disassemble your furniture if need be.
        Porch Pro Headshot The Nice Guys
        Movers
        Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
        (20)
        Porch Pro Headshot Contractor Phila
        Movers
        Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
        100% response rate
        Porch Pro Headshot HireAHelper
        Movers
        Serves Philadelphia, 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.

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