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Compare the Top 4 Portsmouth, NH Movers

According to thousands of honest reviews in your area, these are the top-rated movers as of Saturday, December 21, 2024.

$125/hr

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Classic American Movers

4.9 384 verified reviews

Manchester, NH

1,213 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

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Top Movers

4.9 99 verified reviews

Lowell, MA

476 moves with HireAHelper

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$99/hr

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Wicked Smooth Movers LLC

4.9 225 verified reviews

Londonderry, NH

577 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

4.9 172 verified reviews

Kennebunk, ME

540 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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Portsmouth Mover Reviews

Luc A from Somerville, MA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They were very quick and mindful of causing damage to an old house that we moved in to! I would reccomend them to friends as well.

Reviewed on: 12/13/2024
Abigail T from Dover, NH
Reviewing: Top Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Went above and beyond! Stayed a little late to help assemble items - thank you!

Reviewed on: 12/17/2024
Greg Z from Concord, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Did a great job, very accommodating.

Reviewed on: 12/10/2024
Bryan M from Old Town, ME
Reviewing: Hsmoving
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Guido and Saul were amazing. Took the impossible and made it possible. Made everything fit in the truck with plenty of space to spare. Very professional and courteous. We would definitely use them again.

Reviewed on: 11/14/2024
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Local Moving Resources for Portsmouth

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

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

When is it cheapest to move in Portsmouth?

June

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

What day is it cheaper to move in Portsmouth?

Friday

Friday is the cheapest day to move in Portsmouth.

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

1 PM - 2 PM

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

How far in advance should I schedule my appointment?

41 days

People in Portsmouth tend to book their move at least 41 days in advance.

How much do movers in Portsmouth cost?

$886

Hiring a moving company in Portsmouth costs $886 on average.

How long does moving in Portsmouth take?

4 hours

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

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

2 movers

Most people moving in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth?

26' Truck

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


Advice for Moving in Portsmouth or Anywhere.

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

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1,685 Portsmouth Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 291,429 verified customer reviews

Kagen W from Sanbornville, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Pick these guys. Would absolutely recomend. Best movers ever used. Good communication, hard working, good with items, needed extra hr and no issue, great guys.

Reviewed on: 12/14/2024
Patsy R from Pittsfield, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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We had a great crew they showed up on time and were very hard working ?? I would definitely use their services again ?? I highly recommend them if you’re looking for good movers

Reviewed on: 12/1/2024
Joshua H from Hampstead, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They did a great job. It was raining out and they made sure not to track a bunch of dirt in the house without me having to ask. They were also very respectful and polite. I would definitely hire Jim and Jim again.

Reviewed on: 11/21/2024
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
Rebecca S from Exeter, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Outstanding experience....on-time, got right to work, were courteous, and very professional. We had a small moving job and had a short window of time to take care of it and we were scheduled the next day. Definitely our go-to movers for the future!

Reviewed on: 11/21/2024
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
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
Joyce G from Alton, NH
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The 2 men showed up on time . Very polite and excellent workers. They represent your business very well. Pay them well, they are worth holding onto. Joyce

Reviewed on: 10/14/2024
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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