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Compare the Top 3 New Hanover, NC Movers

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

$138/hr

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Cape Fear Provisioners of NC LLC

4.9 1,093 verified reviews

Leland, NC

3,262 moves with HireAHelper

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$110/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Express Movers Wilmington, NC

4.9 105 verified reviews

Wilmington, NC

437 moves with HireAHelper

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Here at Express Movers we are experienced movers who are also students at UNCW. We are very reliable workers a… read more

$95/hr

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Smart Move, LLC

4.8 4,278 verified reviews

Wilmington, NC

16,281 moves with HireAHelper

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Smart Move Moving & Storage has over 30,000 moves completed! 2018 HireAHelper Dream Team Award. Nationally s… read more
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New Hanover Mover Reviews

Robert R from Wilmington, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The guys showed up and were ready for work. That let me work with them, we’re very diligent about making sure everything was packed well and all my items would fit in. They showed flexibility toward my wishes. Felt like friends helping me move. Highly recommend! Thank you!

Reviewed on: 10/12/2024
Sydney S from Wilmington, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They were so fast & communicative! Could even accommodate my last min request.

Reviewed on: 10/2/2024
Laurie Fields M from Sparta, TN
(5 out of 5 rating)
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My husband and I were so overly impressed with this marvelous crew of hard working men!! A large crew of guys that hustled and worked non stop achieving their goals of moving everything we needed. ?????????? We recently moved cross country and had two 16’ containers filled with our personal belongings. Each of them were gracious, professional, and an extremely kind crew of men. With every arm full that rolled out of the two huge storage containers, they enquired where every box, piece of furniture, and miscellaneous items needed to go (in which room of the house). We couldn’t have done this large job on our own and would highly recommend this company to anyone in need of help moving anything that is needed!!!!

Reviewed on: 11/1/2024
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Local Moving Resources for New Hanover

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

Avg. New Hanover move books:
2 movers/hr.
Avg. New Hanover move takes:
3 hours
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Frequently asked moving questions in New Hanover

When is it cheapest to move in New Hanover?

July

Of all months of the year, the cheapest time to move in New Hanover is July. Get your personalized moving quote.

What day is it cheaper to move in New Hanover?

Sunday

Sunday is the cheapest day to move in New Hanover.

The best time of day to move in New Hanover is...

3 PM - 4 PM

People who save the most on their move in New Hanover started it at 3 PM - 4 PM.

How far in advance should I schedule my appointment?

17 days

People in New Hanover tend to book their move at least 17 days in advance.

How much do movers in New Hanover cost?

$426

Hiring a moving company in New Hanover costs $426 on average.

How long does moving in New Hanover take?

3 hours

New Hanover movers take 3 hours per job, on average. Check the best times to move in New Hanover.

How many movers do I need for my move in New Hanover?

2 movers

Most people moving in New Hanover 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 New Hanover?

26' Truck

Most people in New Hanover need a 26' moving truck. Compare rental trucks and find your perfect size.


Real Advice from New Hanover Movers

We asked local movers about what you should know about moving in New Hanover. (They’re really nice!)

"In coastal towns, please be aware that in the summertime the traffic will be much heavier and you should plan accordingly."

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Advice for Moving in New Hanover or Anywhere.

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

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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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1,099 New Hanover Mover Reviews

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

Deborah E from Wilmington, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The two young men were very courteous and did an excellent job moving my furniture. They used their time efficiently. I was very happy with their service and I will recommend Cape Fear Provisioners of NC.

Reviewed on: 9/20/2024
Bruce O from Wilmington, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Corey and Brady showed up on time and worked very diligently to complete job. They were very careful and packed everything in a well thought out manner. They were also polite and accommodating.

Reviewed on: 8/24/2024
Janet H from Bolivia, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Rob & Russ arrived on time and got to work quickly. They were very respectful and efficient, asked questions when boxes were not labeled with a location. I highly recommend their services!!!

Reviewed on: 10/11/2024
Tim S from Wilmington, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The guys did a wonderful job getting our pod unloaded! Fast and smooth with no issues. I would highly recommend them anytime for potential customers!

Reviewed on: 9/19/2024
Lisa G from Oak Island, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The 2 men who came to my house to load my POD were wonderful! They packed much more than I thought they could in the time allotted and they knew exactly what they were doing. They packed the POD just the way the POD video recommended. I give these men an excellent rating and highly recommend them to others!

Reviewed on: 8/25/2024
Derek M from Wilmington, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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We could not have asked for better movers than Ryan and James. They were on time, prepared, hard workers, and fast! I would recommend them to anyone moving and in need of great help! If you are moving any time soon, this would be your best money spent! We would definitely hire them again!

Reviewed on: 9/17/2024
Philip L from Wilmington, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The three young men who arrived to fill my POD moving crate were friendly, courteous, and super-efficient. I had booked them for three hours, and I wasn't sure if everything I had was going to fit... Well, in 90 minutes they had everything loaded and there was even some room to spare! I wouldn't hesitate to book them for another job.

Reviewed on: 10/7/2024
Angela R from Burgaw, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Excellent job! Mike and Chris were a friendly, professional and capable crew that handled my stuff carefully yet expediently. I would use them again for any move I may have in the future and I’d gladly recommend them to anybody in their service area.

Reviewed on: 10/11/2024
Christine J from Wallace, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Rob and Zac were wonderful, friendly, polite, helpful, respectful of our belongings, and went out of their way to be helpful…even adjusting front door.

Reviewed on: 8/17/2024
Jennifer C from Kure Beach, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They did an amazing job! They were able to get everything I wanted moved out & neatly packed into my truck. They were friendly, professional and I would recommend them to anyone!!

Reviewed on: 10/28/2024
Megan W from Leland, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The crew arrived on time, and I unfortunately was running behind, but they were extremely gracious and patient and even helped me figure out the best place to park to get to my apartment. They all were friendly, fast, and personable. I had a large amount of items and they got it done without a hitch. Definitely recommend!

Reviewed on: 10/15/2024
Lee B from Wilmington, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Oh my goodness, they were rock stars! On time, polite, very hard working and they worked fast. They fit a 10x15 storage unit into a 16ft pod when I thought it couldn’t be done. Thank you Rob and Hampton!

Reviewed on: 10/2/2024

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