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Written By Bradford Cuthrell
Last Updated April 2024
Moving is often cited as one of people's most stressful life events. Even if you're normally organized and a good planner, moving in Columbia may still be very stressful. One of the contributing factors to your stress may be all of the different costs that go along with moving.
Luckily, our expertly curated list of Columbia's best movers can help you connect with the right experts and eliminate a lot of the stress.
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Helps educate customers
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Our Rating
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
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Our Rating
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Reliable service
Helps educate customers
Punctual service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Our Rating
Helps educate customers
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Our Rating
Helps educate customers
Reliable service
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Punctual service
Good customer service
Services Offered
Our Rating
Free quotes
Reliable service
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Punctual service
Services Offered
Our Rating
Punctual service
Helps educate customers
Transparent pricing
Reliable service
Good customer service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Our Rating
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Services Offered
Our Rating
Free quotes
Reliable service
Punctual service
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Today's Homeowner looks at dozens of datapoints on moving companies to come up with our data-driven rankings. It's not possible for a company to pay for preferential treatment in our rankings. We look at the following key factors in determining who should top our list:
Different types of moves are best handled by different movers. The first step in picking a moving company is deciding whether a local or national mover is best. You will also have to decide if you want to hire a full-service or self-service mover. If you hate packing boxes, you might want to hire a full-service mover that has a packing service. If you don't mind taking care of the packing on your own, you may be happy with a self-service mover, which will supply a truck and a driver but not help with packing.
You can check the reputation of a moving company via online reviews and the BBB. You may also want to learn which movers near you meet the mover licensing requirements in Maryland. All of the companies on our list of the best movers in Columbia are well-reviewed and chosen by our experts.
Once you've narrowed your list down to a few companies, you can go about asking for estimates. It is recommended that you speak to at least one or two of the companies from our list above. When talking to a potential provider, be sure you explain all the services that you're going to need. Also, confirm that you receive a "binding estimate" – otherwise, it may be subject to change.
One of the most important questions you might have is how much your move will cost. The typical hourly fee for moving in Columbia is as follows:
The best mover in Columbia, according to Today's Homeowner, are Nobel Relocation Maryland - International & Long Distance Moving.
To figure out which movers in Columbia are the best, our team asks a lot of questions, including:
When you are deciding when to move, you'll want to think about both cost and convenience. Moving during the summer months is often more expensive, as this is when most people move. You also might encounter more traffic during these months. You will probably want to avoid moving in May or August specifically, as the 52,059 college students attending school within 15 miles of Columbia will be moving in those months as well.
There is also the weather to consider. Temperatures in Columbia tend to be moderate. Your move may be more inconvenient during the warmer months, depending on how hot the day is.
A few signs that you shouldn't use a specific mover include:
The ideal time to book your move is four to six weeks beforehand. If you book later, you may pay more and have a harder time finding available movers.
The average annual high in Columbia can get up to 62°F, and the area is in the middle third of the country when it comes to daily rainfall. Winters here yield a low to moderate amount of snowfall.
The amount you would pay for a home in Columbia will be based on various factors, such as the part of town you want to live in, the size of the home, and the amenities it offers. The median home price in Columbia is $475873.
If you choose to rent in Columbia, the cost for an apartment is roughly $2,145 per month.