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Written By Bradford Cuthrell
Last Updated June 2024
Nobody enjoys moving – it's busy and stress-inducing, and you might feel like there are always more jobs that need your attention. Even if your area has light traffic (like Grand Rapids), you could still deal with many headaches around your moving day. All of the various costs associated with moving might also be increasing your stress.
Lucky for you, our expertly curated list of Grand Rapids' best movers can help you connect with the right experts and do away with a lot of the stress.
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Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Services Offered
Punctual service
Free quotes
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Free quotes
Good customer service
Helps educate customers
Services Offered
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Services Offered
Free quotes
Good customer service
Helps educate customers
Transparent pricing
Punctual service
Services Offered
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Punctual service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Services Offered
Good customer service
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
Punctual service
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
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 hiring a moving company is determining whether a local or national company will work best for your needs. Movers can further be split into full-service and self-service. Full-service moving companies provide packing and loading services, which can be well worth it if you loathe packing boxes. A self-service mover will provide a truck and a driver, but you'll be expected to have everything packed when they arrive. Next, you can find out which movers near you meet the licensing requirements for movers in Michigan. You can also search for reviews online and look at the company's BBB rating. Every company on our list of the best movers in Grand Rapids is well-reviewed and picked by our experts. Once you're down to a small list of companies to pick from, you can contact them and inquire about getting a free estimate. We recommend reaching out to two or more of the companies from our list above. Be sure to tell them about all of the services you may need, and to verify that their estimate is a "binding estimate." Otherwise, it may be subject to change.
Something that many people worry about as they prepare to move is the price tag. In Grand Rapids, the typical hourly cost for movers is:
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To figure out which movers in Grand Rapids are the best, our team asks a lot of questions, including:
When you're thinking about when to move, you'll want to take both cost and convenience into consideration. Moving during the summer months is often more expensive, as most people move during this season. There also may be more traffic on the roads during these months. You will probably want to avoid moving in May or August specifically, as the 50,976 college students attending school within 15 miles of Grand Rapids will be moving in those months as well.You'll also want to think about the weather. Temperatures in Grand Rapids tend to be cool. Your move may be more difficult during the cooler months, when roads may be icy.
Many moving companies provide special services for large, expensive items. When you're getting estimates from the companies on your shortlist, ask them about these services and ensure the team will have the required equipment on the truck. You should also ask about insurance options that can support you if your items get lost, damaged, or stolen.
The best 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 Grand Rapids can get up to 55°F, and the area is in the middle third of the country for daily rainfall. Winters here yield rather high snowfall.
The median home price in Grand Rapids is 268092, while the average monthly rent is about $1,541.