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Looking for the best local movers in Durham? HireAHelper has been curating the highest-rated Durham moving companies and day laborers in every city in New Hampshire for more than 16 years.

Compare the Top 4 Durham, NH Movers

According to thousands of honest reviews in your area, these are the top-rated movers as of Friday, November 1, 2024.

$125/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Classic American Movers

4.9 374 verified reviews

Manchester, NH

1,195 moves with HireAHelper

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We are a moving business. We strive to get the job done carefully and fast. We strive for customer satisfact… read more

$180/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Top Movers

4.9 93 verified reviews

Lowell, MA

455 moves with HireAHelper

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$99/hr

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Wicked Smooth Movers LLC

4.9 223 verified reviews

Londonderry, NH

571 moves with HireAHelper

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WICKED SMOOTH MOVERS! We are A Strong Experienced local Crew. Ready to HELP your move go Wicked Smooth!! :)

$105/hr

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Hsmoving

4.9 169 verified reviews

Kennebunk, ME

532 moves with HireAHelper

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Safety is the number 1 goal! Reliable and Experienced movers who work fast and keep all your belongings nice a… read more
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Durham Mover Reviews

Malone D from Medford, MA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They're done and they did an excellent job! Two very professional, courteous, hard-working young men.

Reviewed on: 10/30/2024
Harold M from North Easton, MA
Reviewing: Top Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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These guys did a great job

Reviewed on: 10/30/2024
Michael M from Charlestown, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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These guys were GREAT. Craig called in advance and made certain that I knew when they would arrive. They were fast, courteous and careful. I would recommend them to anyone.

Reviewed on: 9/30/2024
Nola H from Lebanon, ME
Reviewing: Hsmoving
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Thanks for sending them to me. I couldn’t have been more pleased. They were extremely efficient, very careful and very considerate of my home. I would hire them in a minute.

Reviewed on: 10/11/2024
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Local Moving Resources for Durham

HireAHelper compiles data from hundreds of moves in the greater Durham area to share with you, so you can have accurate, up-to-the-minute timelines and prices for New Hampshire movers near you.

Avg. Durham move books:
2 movers/hr.
Avg. Durham move takes:
4 hours
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Frequently asked moving questions in Durham

When is it cheapest to move in Durham?

August

Of all months of the year, the cheapest time to move in Durham is August. Get your personalized moving quote.

What day is it cheaper to move in Durham?

Wednesday

Wednesday is the cheapest day to move in Durham.

The best time of day to move in Durham is...

1 PM - 2 PM

People who save the most on their move in Durham started it at 1 PM - 2 PM.

How far in advance should I schedule my appointment?

10 days

People in Durham tend to book their move at least 10 days in advance.

How much do movers in Durham cost?

$893

Hiring a moving company in Durham costs $893 on average.

How long does moving in Durham take?

4 hours

Durham movers take 4 hours per job, on average. Check the best times to move in Durham.

How many movers do I need for my move in Durham?

2 movers

Most people moving in Durham hire 2 movers to come out on moving day. Read more about hiring the right number of movers.

What size truck do I need when moving in Durham?

16' Truck

Most people in Durham need a 16' moving truck. Compare rental trucks and find your perfect size.


Advice for Moving in Durham or Anywhere.

Because we know a little about moving, we've written some need-to-know articles that can help make moving in Durham, or anywhere really, as easy as can be.

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Empty Nesting: Downsizing and Moving to a Smaller Home
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Study: How Much Does Moving Cost in 2023?
Key Findings Based on our projections, the cost of moving in 2023 will be 2% lower than in 2022 Moving costs are 4% higher so far in 2023 than in the same period last year The average cost of a move is projected to peak at $421 by August 2023, 7% lower than last year’s […]
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1,753 Durham Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 287,995 verified customer reviews

Nicole S from Rochester, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They helpers came prepared, fully ready to work and were even a little bit early to survey the workspace and the load. They worked hard and in a timely fashion, were polite and did an amazing job. Would absolutely hire this team again.

Reviewed on: 8/10/2024
Ann V from Rochester, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Brandon and Tyler were professional, courteous, respectful of both my belongings and my family. Before leaving they asked to make sure I needed nothing else and thanked me. You have two keepers. Take good care of them!

Reviewed on: 9/18/2024
Pam H from Derry, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Jim & Jim were amazing! Pleasant, courteous, unbelievably well versed at their job. Could not believe how quickly they had the job done & what incredible care they took to pack things securely & precisely! Will definitely be recommending all your services!!??

Reviewed on: 9/27/2024
Nola H from Lebanon, ME
Reviewing: Hsmoving
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Thanks for sending them to me. I couldn’t have been more pleased. They were extremely efficient, very careful and very considerate of my home. I would hire them in a minute.

Reviewed on: 10/11/2024
Colleen H from Manchester, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They were on time and prepared for the job. They never stopped working. I was amazed at how careful they were with everything. I would definitely use them again. I appreciated the texts and emails that kept me posted about their arrival.

Reviewed on: 9/27/2024
Samuel R from Nashua, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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I cannot give enough praise to the duo that performed nothing short of defying Physics and God by stuffing a 2 bedroom apartment into an 8' container... WITH room to spare. You'll not only be happy to hire them you'll want to tip them as well!!

Reviewed on: 8/23/2024
Linda C from Goffstown, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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I could not have asked for better service. Both gentleman were hard workers, polite and professional. They accomplished everything I needed and smiled the entire time. You are very lucky to have them. Thanks to everyone for a job well done!

Reviewed on: 9/23/2024
Charles M from Biddeford, ME
(5 out of 5 rating)
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All three guys were professional, courteous , and hard-working. The ABF trailer was loaded properly (I know after 17 years in the freight transportation industry) and they used the allotted space.

Reviewed on: 8/28/2024
Thomas B from Merrimack, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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I would highly recommend Classic American Movers. They were punctual, efficient, and careful. They did a great job loading our Pod and making sure everything fit and was secure. A pleasure to deal with!

Reviewed on: 10/23/2024
Lisa B from Topsfield, MA
Reviewing: Fortex Moving
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The best movers. Arrived early, easy to work with, had great suggestions, moved quickly and checked with me to make sure everything was the way I wanted it.

Reviewed on: 8/13/2024
John B from Nashua, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Z and his teammate were super efficient and got everything moved up 2 flights of stairs no problem, including some heavy furniture. They were careful with the fragile items and very communicative throughout the process. I'd hire them again.

Reviewed on: 8/30/2024
Allison E from Wolfeboro, NH
Reviewing: Hsmoving
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They were fantastic. Timely communicators and expectations managers….fabulous movers! They took great care of my stuff and did a beautiful job moving it all in . Two pick ups and one destination drop later! I would definitely work w them again.

Reviewed on: 8/11/2024

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