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Compare the Top 3 Salem, NY Movers

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

$105/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Reliable Movers

4.9 32 verified reviews

Cohoes, NY

146 moves with HireAHelper

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Established in 2018. Reliable Movers LLC is an affordable moving company that aims to take the stress out of t… read more

$149/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Ez does it moving service llc

4.6 18 verified reviews

Troy, NY

85 moves with HireAHelper

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Eazy does it moving service llc making you move EAZY.. Loaded, unpacked and packed items, disassembled and ass… read more

$120/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Care N Errands Moving & Storage

4.4 7 verified reviews

Schenectady, NY

50 moves with HireAHelper

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We are the best in the business when it comes to moving, and we’re not afraid to say it. Our top-rated moving … read more
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Salem Mover Reviews

Glenn M from Ballston Lake, NY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The team showed up as scheduled and after giving them a tour of the items we were moving they filled our POD with room to spare although we had already started planning on what would not go with us. Great guys very polite and knowledgeable in moving our items and taking care to wrap and store everything securely for our move. High recommend them for your moving needs.

Reviewed on: 10/26/2024
Robert B from Argyle, NY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The two gentlemen who came to our house were very professional and went to work. It took them no time at all to unload the storage container and move into the proper room. They had a few times where they had to get inventive based on angles but met this challenge exceptionally.

Reviewed on: 9/12/2024
Sheron W from Albany, NY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Great company with pleasant and patient staff. Everything went smoothly. Thanks

Reviewed on: 10/5/2024
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Local Moving Resources for Salem

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

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

When is it cheapest to move in Salem?

October

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

What day is it cheaper to move in Salem?

Tuesday

Tuesday is the cheapest day to move in Salem.

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

10 AM - 11 AM

People who save the most on their move in Salem started it at 10 AM - 11 AM.

How far in advance should I schedule my appointment?

4 days

People in Salem tend to book their move at least 4 days in advance.

How much do movers in Salem cost?

$908

Hiring a moving company in Salem costs $908 on average.

How long does moving in Salem take?

6 hours

Salem movers take 6 hours per job, on average. Check the best times to move in Salem.

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

2 movers

Most people moving in Salem 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 Salem?

26' Truck

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


Advice for Moving in Salem or Anywhere.

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

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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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533 Salem Mover Reviews

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

Steven J from North Adams, MA
Reviewing: Fast Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Wow! So pleased with our movers! They called and said they would be available earlier than the scheduled time but only if we were! We had gathered most everything to move in one room and it was emptied so quickly. They packed the truck efficiently, and secured everything with my straps. Stuff did not move! They were friendly and quick and so easy to work with. Thank you!

Reviewed on: 9/11/2024
Linda N from Latham, NY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Had 2 workers for about one hour, although we had contracted for two hours. Both worked hard and we were finished in slightly less than one hour. Both were careful and respectful of our property. I would absolutely use their services again.

Reviewed on: 10/14/2024
Laraine M from Wilmington, VT
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Steve and Jacob were more than accommodating. They worked very hard and efficiently and worked above and beyond normal expectations. They were cordial and friendly the whole time even though it was a real grunt. I would definitely recommend them to anyone and I would use them again.

Reviewed on: 9/22/2024
Robert B from Argyle, NY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The two gentlemen who came to our house were very professional and went to work. It took them no time at all to unload the storage container and move into the proper room. They had a few times where they had to get inventive based on angles but met this challenge exceptionally.

Reviewed on: 9/12/2024
James O from Sand Lake, NY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Parris and Thomas worked hard and were careful with our belongings. They communicated well and sent us messages when the job was booked and when they were on the way. They did a great job of packing our pod tight. They got a lot more done in 2 hours than I thought would get done. Would definitely use them again.

Reviewed on: 10/9/2024
Ruth J from Troy, NY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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These two guys were great: On time! Personable! Efficient! I wish I remembered their names. Please make sure you tell them directly. I would like to hire these exact people every time!

Reviewed on: 9/24/2024
Glenn M from Ballston Lake, NY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The team showed up as scheduled and after giving them a tour of the items we were moving they filled our POD with room to spare although we had already started planning on what would not go with us. Great guys very polite and knowledgeable in moving our items and taking care to wrap and store everything securely for our move. High recommend them for your moving needs.

Reviewed on: 10/26/2024
Renee R from Schenectady, NY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They did an amazing, respectful and efficient job. Accommodated a change in time as we were running behind. I would highly recommend Reliable Movers.

Reviewed on: 8/31/2024

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