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Written By Bradford Cuthrell
Last Updated February 2024
Moving is often cited as one of the most stressful life events that people go through. Even smaller cities and towns like Manchester have problems of their own to contend with. When temperatures can get colder than in many places, it could affect the ease of your move and cause more stress.
Thankfully, you can reduce your moving-related stress by using our expertly curated guide to Manchester's best movers.
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Our Rating
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Reliable service
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Punctual service
Services Offered
Our Rating
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Good customer service
Punctual service
Reliable service
Services Offered
Our Rating
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Free quotes
Reliable service
Services Offered
Our Rating
Good customer service
Punctual service
Reliable service
Helps educate customers
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Services Offered
Our Rating
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Reliable service
Good customer service
Services Offered
Our Rating
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
Punctual service
Reliable service
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Services Offered
Our Rating
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Our Rating
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Helps educate customers
Services Offered
Our Rating
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
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:
To choose a moving company, you'll first need to finalize the details of your move to know whether a local or national mover is better for your needs. You will also have to decide if you require a full-service or self-service mover. If you dread the thought of packing boxes, a full-service company that offers packing services may be your best bet. If you don't mind doing your own packing, you might hire a self-service mover, which will supply a truck and a driver but not packing assistance.
Some good ways to learn about the reputation of a moving company are through online reviews and the BBB. You can also check to see which movers near you meet all of Virginia's licensing requirements for movers. Every company on our list of Manchester's best movers is well-reviewed and picked by our team of experts.
Once you've narrowed it down to a few companies, you can start reaching out to them. We suggest reaching out to two or more of the movers on our list above. Be sure to review all the services you think you'll need when asking for an estimate. Also, confirm that they've given you a "binding estimate" – otherwise, the actual cost may be subject to change.
One of the biggest questions you may have is how expensive your move will be. The usual hourly cost for moving in Manchester is as follows:
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To find out which movers in Manchester are the best, our team asks a lot of questions, including:
Consider both cost and convenience when planning your move. Most people move from Memorial to Labor Day, which could be busier and more expensive for you. With about 22,942 students attending college within 15 miles of Manchester, you may want to avoid moving when semesters start in August and end in May.
Also consider the weather conditions in the area. Manchester tends to have hot temperatures. This means that weather may not affect what time of year you move as much as it would in some other places. Still, you may not want to move in mid-summer, when extreme heat or humidity could rob you of energy.
A few signs that you shouldn't use a specific mover include:
You should choose a local mover if you aren't moving long-distance. Local movers are more familiar with the area and can offer more tailored services. However, national movers usually have more resources, better insurance, and a wider variety of services.
High temperatures in Manchester can reach 67°F. The area has about average daily rainfall and moderate snowfall in the winter months.
Compared to a national average of 100.0, the cost of living index for Manchester is 132.0. This index considers housing payments, childcare, food, transportation, and other crucial expenses.