Best Long-Distance Movers in Massachusetts for 2026
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In Massachusetts, a long-distance move means moving more than 150 miles. Because these moves involve more coordination, route planning, and delivery timing than a nearby move, choosing the right mover matters.
MoveBuddha reviewed 95 long-distance movers serving Massachusetts to find the best overall picks based on trust, service quality, and value.
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Best long-distance movers in Massachusetts
The companies below handle interstate moves from Massachusetts. You’ll see a mix of national long-distance movers and in-state companies that advertise out-of-state service.
Use this list to compare which movers may be a better fit for full-service moving, packing, storage, and specialty-item handling before requesting quotes. Not every company is set up for the same routes, shipment sizes, or service needs, so this section is designed to help you narrow your options quickly.
To get a head start, use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to quickly gather quotes. Based on our data, movers who use our calculator pay 30% less on average than those who book the first company they contact.
- Safeway Moving
- American Van Lines
- Allied Van Lines
- Mayzlin Relocation
- North American Van Lines
- Continental Moving
- Boston Best Rate Movers
- Gallo Moving & Storage, LLC
- Esquire Moving & Storage
- Premium Q Moving
- Anton's Movers
- Michael's Moving & Storage
- Gentle Giant Moving Company
- Flash Moving
- Fresh Start-The Moving Crew
- Marathon Moving Co.
- Poseidon Moving
- Charles River Movers
- Vanguard Moving Services, Inc.
- Specialty packing services
- White-glove reputation
- 80+ years' experience
- 1,800 trucks
- Storage available
- Customized moving plans
Efficient service
Careful handling
Professional and polite staff
Quick moving process
Good communication
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Company Stats
Read Full ReviewIndustry Experience 4.1
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Continental Moving has been in business for 3 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. Continental Moving has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 129 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote Accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Continental Moving, and Continental Moving makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer Service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Continental Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent Reviews
"Continental Movers made my move so easy! Their pricing was great, no hidden fees or surprises. The movers showed up on time, were super friendly, and handled all my stuff with care. Everything got to my new place in perfect condition."
"They arrived on time with their moving truck, worked efficiently, and actually finished earlier than expected! If you’re searching for reliable movers, I highly recommend Continental Moving. Their attention to detail and can-do attitude made my local move stress-free."
Efficient service
Careful handling
Professional and polite staff
Quick moving process
Affordable rates
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Read Full ReviewIndustry Experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Boston Best Rate Movers has been in business for 19 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review Quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Boston Best Rate Movers has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 248 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.7.
Quote Accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Boston Best Rate Movers.
Customer Service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Boston Best Rate Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The crew showed up right on time and worked efficiently with incredible care for my belongings. They wrapped all furniture, handled fragile items like pros, and made sure everything arrived safely. Friendly, respectful, and made my move smooth."
"Marbel and his crew were AMAZING! Fast and efficient. They handled delicate items carefully without incident. They even came in under their estimated amount! Exceptional service. Highly recommend."
Professional and polite staff
Careful handling
Efficient service
Good communication
Quick moving process
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Read Full ReviewIndustry Experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Gallo Moving & Storage, LLC has been in business for 19 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review Quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Gallo Moving & Storage, LLC has about 91% positive reviews across roughly 194 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.
Quote Accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Gallo Moving & Storage, LLC.
Customer Service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Gallo Moving & Storage, LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
Recent Reviews
"The crew at Gallo Movers were the best!! They helped with multiple moves for my house and for my parents’ new house. Seriously the best moving experience I’ve ever had."
"Very quick and effective with the move both loading everything from our old house and putting everything in the appropriate location in our new house. I would highly recommend them."
Efficient service
Professional and polite staff
Careful handling
Quick moving process
Easy booking process
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Esquire Moving & Storage has been in business for 10 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review Quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Esquire Moving & Storage has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 16 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote Accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Esquire Moving & Storage.
Customer Service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Esquire Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent Reviews
Our move was seamless thanks to Esquire Moving, from the initial phone conversation to the final box being unloaded. Their group was incredibly productive in addition to being on time. Everything, even our delicate china and hefty furniture, was handled with extreme care.
Booking was incredibly easy - just a few clicks on their website, and I received a prompt confirmation call. The customer service team was friendly, responsive, and answered all my questions.
Efficient service
Professional and polite staff
Careful handling
Quick moving process
Good communication
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Read Full ReviewIndustry Experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Premium Q Moving has been in business for 12 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review Quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Premium Q Moving has about 87% positive reviews across roughly 82 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.2.
Quote Accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Premium Q Moving.
Customer Service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Premium Q Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent Reviews
"Very efficient and professional, from booking to delivery. The movers showed great care. Highly recommended, and I will definitely hire them again."
"The best moving experience ever! Florin, Amilcar, and Fabian were extremely professional, polite, and strong—they made great time and ensured everything was secure and safe! 1000% recommend them!"
Efficient service
Careful handling
Professional and polite staff
Affordable rates
Good communication
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Read Full ReviewIndustry Experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Anton's Movers has been in business for 22 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review Quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Anton's Movers has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 272 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.4.
Quote Accuracy 4.3
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Anton's Movers. Discounts may be available for groups like students.
Customer Service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Anton's Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent Reviews
"We used Anton’s Movers for an interstate move. They were incredibly fast in both loading and unloading. Took great care of our belongings. The moving crew was very polite. Best price for a dedicated truck and crew."
"Sasha and his crew were amazing! They called and were on time and extremely wonderful. They were nothing but kind, efficient, gentle, and worked extremely hard. I would use them 100 more times and recommend them to anyone moving!"
Efficient service
Careful handling
Professional and polite staff
Quick moving process
Good communication
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Read Full ReviewIndustry Experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Michael's Moving & Storage has been in business for 30 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review Quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Michael's Moving & Storage has about 91% positive reviews across roughly 392 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.3.
Quote Accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Michael's Moving & Storage, and Michael's Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront. Discounts may be available for groups like students.
Customer Service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Michael's Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The team was so efficient, professional, and careful with our belongings. Everything arrived with no scratches and under budget. The booking and quote process was seamless. Highly recommended!"
"Felix, Jose, Christian, and Alex were amazing!! They were so efficient and careful and FAST! They made our move so easy and took the stress out of the whole experience!"
Professional and polite staff
Careful handling
Efficient service
Quick moving process
Highly recommended
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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 international moving and interstate moving.
Review Quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Gentle Giant Moving Company has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 50 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.2.
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.
Recent Reviews
This is my fifth move with Gentle Giant, and both of my teams were unfailingly kind, efficient, patient, speedy, and lovely to work with.
Every person that I dealt with, from my first inquiry to the completion of my move, was professional, competent and courteous. Chuck and his crew did an awesome job carefully wrapping items... Highly recommend Gentle Giant.
Flash Moving
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Read Full ReviewIndustry Experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Flash Moving has been in business for 6 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review Quality 5.0
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Flash Moving has an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote Accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Flash Moving, and Flash Moving makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer Service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Flash Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent Reviews
Professional and polite staff
Efficient service
Careful handling
Quick moving process
Helpful movers
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Fresh Start-The Moving Crew has been in business for 14 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review Quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Fresh Start-The Moving Crew has about 98% positive reviews across roughly 253 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.
Quote Accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Fresh Start-The Moving Crew, and Fresh Start-The Moving Crew makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer Service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Fresh Start-The Moving Crew emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
Recent Reviews
"Fresh Start crew moved us into our new house with professionalism and extra care, not a scratch on anything! Friendly, upbeat, and hardworking. Highly recommend!"
"They finished earlier than the quoted job was slated to take. I HIGHLY recommend the professional, experienced team at Fresh Start Moving Crew."
Efficient service
Professional and polite staff
Careful handling
Quick moving process
Good communication
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Marathon Moving Co. has been in business for 24 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and international moving.
Review Quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Marathon Moving Co. has about 89% positive reviews across roughly 287 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.1.
Quote Accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Marathon Moving Co., and Marathon Moving Co. makes deposit expectations clear upfront. Discounts may be available for groups like students.
Customer Service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Marathon Moving Co. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
Recent Reviews
"Marathon Moving was fantastic. The movers were efficient, helpful, and treated our belongings carefully. Everything arrived in great condition, and the office team communicated well. Would definitely recommend them!"
"Efficient, professional, and exceptionally careful with all our items! The process from estimate to move was stress-free, transparent, and the crew was kind. Would absolutely hire Marathon again."
Professional and polite staff
Efficient service
Careful handling
Affordable rates
Good communication
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Poseidon Moving has been in business for 10 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review Quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Poseidon Moving has about 55% positive reviews across roughly 49 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.1.
Quote Accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Poseidon Moving, and Poseidon Moving makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer Service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Poseidon Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Jay Sean and his crew were absolutely amazing for our move. They were so friendly, kept us entertained throughout the move, and worked very hard (we had a LOT of stuff) to make our move as seamless as possible. Would 100% move with them again"
"Used Poseidon to move long distance from Oklahoma to NYC. Mohamed and Ibrahima were my movers and were great! They moved very quickly and were incredibly professional. They didn't complain about parking on my street or the fact that they had to move my stuff up two flights and narrow hallways. Also the most reasonably priced i found."
Professional and polite staff
Efficient service
Careful handling
Quick moving process
Highly recommended
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Read Full ReviewIndustry Experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Charles River Movers has been in business for 50 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review Quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Charles River Movers has about 76% positive reviews across roughly 104 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.7.
Quote Accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Charles River Movers. Discounts may be available for groups like seniors.
Customer Service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Charles River Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent Reviews
"I am utterly impressed. The team arrived early, finished moving two full rooms in maybe 9 min with three guys (they even wrapped the furniture in that time)! Fast, efficient, careful, and kind. Highly recommend!"
"We had a great experience. Kevin, Ryan, and Neil did a great job packing up and were very respectful of our belongings. Professional and personable. We would highly recommend using Charles River Movers."
Professional and polite staff
Careful handling
Good communication
Efficient service
Highly recommended
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. has been in business for 23 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. Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. has about 74% positive reviews across roughly 101 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.4.
Quote Accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Vanguard Moving Services, Inc..
Customer Service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent Reviews
"The entire process was seamless, easy, and fast (so fast!), but what really made a difference was the quality of the people who worked on our move. Communicated well and treated us kindly. All our items arrived in great condition."
"We had several quotes and Vanguard was not the least expensive. However, every mover impressed us. They handled everything with outstanding care as if it was their own. Worth every penny for the obvious quality and peace of mind!"
Specialty services long-distance movers in Massachusetts offer
Not every mover provides the same services. Specialty options can depend on your location and the providers available nearby. Below, see which services movers in Massachusetts provide, plus our top recommendations for each.
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Long-distance movers in Massachusetts offering piano transport
If a piano is on your inventory list, don’t assume every mover can handle it. 93 long-distance movers in Massachusetts offer piano transport. We recommend confirming access details up front so your quote matches your home. Here are our top picks.
Before hiring a long-distance mover in Massachusetts
Before you book a mover, use a moving checklist and compare a few written estimates and confirm that the company regularly handles interstate moves from Massachusetts. Long-distance pricing can change based on shipment size, delivery window, and add-on services, so a little extra vetting upfront can help you avoid surprises later.
- Request at least three quotes from interstate movers
- Ask whether the estimate is binding or non-binding
- Confirm FMCSA licensing, valuation coverage, and moving insurance options
- Ask about packing, storage, and specialty-item handling before booking
- Be cautious with vague quotes or unusually large deposits
Compare the best long-distance movers in Massachusetts
Shopping for a mover is easier when the basics are all in one place. Use the table below to compare top interstate movers serving Massachusetts, including both national providers and strong in-state options with packing and storage services.
This table can help you quickly identify which movers are worth a closer look. Because service availability may differ by route and scheduling window, you’ll still want to confirm details directly and compare a few estimates.
| Mover | Interstate moves | Packing services | Storage available | MoveBuddha rating |
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| Safeway Moving | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 / 5 |
| American Van Lines | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 / 5 |
| Allied Van Lines | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.2 / 5 |
| Mayzlin Relocation | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 / 5 |
| North American Van Lines | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.8 / 5 |
| Continental Moving | ✓ | ✓ | X | 4.2 / 5 |
| Boston Best Rate Movers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.66 / 5 |
| Gallo Moving & Storage, LLC | ✓ | ✓ | X | 4.66 / 5 |
| Esquire Moving & Storage | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.64 / 5 |
| Premium Q Moving | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.64 / 5 |
| Anton's Movers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.64 / 5 |
| Michael's Moving & Storage | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.64 / 5 |
| Gentle Giant Moving Company | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.62 / 5 |
| Flash Moving | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.62 / 5 |
| Fresh Start-The Moving Crew | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.58 / 5 |
| Marathon Moving Co. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.58 / 5 |
| Poseidon Moving | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.58 / 5 |
| Charles River Movers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.58 / 5 |
| Vanguard Moving Services, Inc. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.56 / 5 |
What to expect to pay for a long-distance move from Massachusetts
For most interstate moves from Massachusetts, prices typically range from $987 to $3,505. A long-distance move from Massachusetts usually costs more than a local move because pricing is based on distance, shipment size, and the services you add.
That range is best used as a planning benchmark, not a guaranteed quote. Your final price can move up or down depending on how far you are going, how much you are shipping, and whether you need packing, storage, or specialty handling.
The biggest factors that influence long-distance moving costs include:
- Distance between your origin and destination
- Size and weight of your shipment
- Time of year and move date flexibility
- Additional services like packing or storage
Long-distance movers typically build quotes around mileage, shipment weight or volume, and service level. Extra charges often come from full packing, storage, stair carries, long carries, shuttle service, and specialty items like pianos or antiques.
If you want a detailed cost breakdown or a more precise estimate, we recommend using our moving cost calculator.
How we chose the best long-distance moving companies in Massachusetts
moveBuddha’s expert team analyzed 95 interstate movers in Massachusetts and listed the top movers based on customer satisfaction, reviews, and cost.
- Customer satisfaction (40%): The company consistently delivers services in a timely manner with good communication and within the estimated cost.
- Dispute resolution (20%): We look for companies that own their mistakes and make genuine efforts to fix issues that arise during a move.
- Industry reputation (15%): The company is well-regarded within the moving industry and participates in conferences and organizations.
- Online reputation (15%): The company maintains a professional website with accurate information and responds professionally to online customer inquiries.
- Service options (10%): We look for companies offering full packing, storage, specialty item handling, and expedited delivery.
Here is our full moving company rating methodology.
FAQs
What qualifies as a long-distance move?
A long-distance move typically refers to any relocation that covers a significant distance or crosses state lines. In a large state like Massachusetts, even moves that stay within the state can qualify as long-distance if they span hundreds of miles.
Any move that crosses out of MA is considered interstate and must be handled by a mover licensed for long-distance transportation.
Do in-state movers handle out-of-state moves?
In Massachusetts, a relatively large share of movers are licensed for interstate work. That means some in-state companies can handle out-of-state moves in addition to local jobs.
Even so, interstate moves involve different regulations and logistics, so it’s important to confirm that a mover regularly handles out-of-state relocations before booking.
Are national moving companies better than local movers?
It depends on the distance and complexity of your move. For longer interstate relocations, national moving companies often have pricing structures and logistics designed specifically for long-distance transportation.
Local movers in Massachusetts may also handle interstate moves and can offer different availability or service styles. The right choice depends on how far you’re moving, your timing, and what level of flexibility you need.
Can labor-only movers help with a long-distance move?
Labor-only movers focus on loading and unloading rather than transportation. In Massachusetts, a portion of moving companies offer labor-only services, which are commonly used alongside rental trucks or moving containers.
While labor-only help can be useful for parts of a move, interstate relocations still require a licensed long-distance moving company to handle transportation across state lines.
Based on our data, 57% of movers in Massachusetts advertise labor-only services, compared to 55% nationwide.
When is the best time to schedule a long-distance move?
Winter moves can be a good way to find better availability, but weather can add risk and delays for long-distance routes. If you’re moving in winter, build in extra buffer days and confirm pickup and delivery windows in writing.
If you want the smoothest experience, late spring or early fall usually offers the best balance of demand and conditions.
