Best 5 Movers in Ossining, NY

How to Choose the Best Local Mover in Ossining

A few factors to consider when looking for a moving company include customer reviews, licensing, cost, and services offered.

Determine Your Budget

A local move costs between $96 and $141 per hour. Based on this, a local two-bedroom move costs $4,518 in total. Your home size, move date, move distance, and any additional services you need will contribute to your actual cost.

We recommend getting quotes from at least three reputable movers in your area. Get written estimates, which should detail your total cost and the flat fee or hourly rate. Keep the estimate from your mover and compare it to the final cost to ensure fair pricing.

Read Customer Reviews

Solid customer feedback is necessary for all moving companies. Take the time to read customer reviews on sites such as social media, Google Reviews, the Better Business Bureau, Yelp, and Trustpilot to identify movers with good customer service.

Ensure Proper Licensing

Moving companies in Ossining must follow different licensing requirements depending on their service area. If you're moving from one New York city to another, make sure your mover holds a New York Department of Transportation license.

If you're moving across states, the regulations are different. Choose a company licensed with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). It should also carry active United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) and Motor Carrier (MC) numbers, which you can use on the FMCSA’s mover registration search tool to check a mover’s registration status and complaint history.

Services

Assess whether your chosen mover can provide the services you need during the quote process. Create a list of any basic or add-on services you may require and take a full inventory of your home before seeking quotes. Inform the moving company about any specific needs to assess whether the company is a fit.

Types of Moving Services

Full-service movers will provide the following services in the base price for basic moves:

• Basic wrapping materials for furniture protection
• Loading and unloading
• Released liability coverage for loss or damage

Make sure that your moving company is aware of any special services you require during the quote process. Services that can contribute to higher pricing are:

• Crating for art or antiques
• Extra flights of stairs
• Long carries
• Packing
• Piano moving
• Storage
• Unpacking
• Vehicle shipping

Tips To Consider When Moving in Ossining, NY

Here are some additional tips to consider when moving in Ossining.

Schedule an Early Move

Ossining usually gets congested with traffic during rush hour. Navigating it can be more challenging in a moving truck compared to a personal-use car. Movers caught in traffic may result in delays and a higher cost since local moving companies charge hourly. We suggest scheduling before morning rush hour, which guarantees the movers avoid heavy traffic and wrap up the move before evening.

Avoid Busy Season

The busiest time for movers—between May and September—coincides with Ossining's hot weather. This can adversely affect your move if you start your search too late and can't find an available moving company. By planning and booking at least eight weeks before your move, you should be able to lock in your desired moving company. However, be prepared for the possibility that the hot weather could make the move more difficult for your movers.

Pack in Advance

You should start packing about six weeks before you move. Spend some time packing each day to prevent needing to pack at the last minute. Most moving companies won't transport items that haven't been packed when your move starts.

How Much do Movers Cost in Ossining, NY

Movers in Ossining cost $2,736 on average for moves less than 250 miles. It can cost up to $8,368 to move a larger 4 bedroom house the same distance. See the chart below for more moving estimates, and contact a moving company for a more accurate quote specific to your situation.