Hire Movers in Columbia
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Compare the Top 6 Columbia, SC Movers
According to thousands of honest reviews in your area, these are the top-rated movers as of Monday, July 22, 2024.
$81/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minMaster Movers LLC
Columbia, SC
662 moves with HireAHelper
$115/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minR.J. Movers
West Columbia, SC
159 moves with HireAHelper
$140/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minExceptional Movers LLC
Wedgefield, SC
63 moves with HireAHelper
$180/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minJEGA Movers LLC
Columbia, SC
16 moves with HireAHelper
$120/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minSease2Move - Moving Services. LLC.
Columbia, SC
39 moves with HireAHelper
$200/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minXtra mile moving
Columbia, SC
66 moves with HireAHelper
Columbia Mover Reviews
Guys were on time and were very careful with our items. Did a great job!
Great team...worked fast and and careful with the furniture.
Exceptional Movers did a great job unloading our trailer in 2 hours! Our trailer also came early and they had no issue bumping up our scheduled move a few days to accommodate and help us move sooner. I would definitely recommend using Exceptional Movers to anyone looking to move in the area.
The Best!!!
The boys did an excellent job putting the furniture and boxes where I requested while keeping a good attitude. I still have one more POD to be delivered this Saturday, Nov. 12th and would like Hire Helper to once again send me three more helpers to assist me in the unloading of POD 3 on Monday, Nov. l4th.
Only one thing to say. They are the best. Very professional and very knowledgeable as well as putting things back together. They were definitely a pleasure to have met. I’d recommend them for anybody’s job and they definitely can work for me again. Thanks for all you did.??
Local Moving Resources for Columbia
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Real Advice from Columbia Movers
We asked local movers about what you should know about moving in Columbia. (They’re really nice!)
"Preparing for your move takes time. Allow plenty of time to be ready to move, for example: packing your items into boxes, deciding what to get rid of and what to move, wrapping and securing your fragiles and valuables, etc. The more prepared you are, the less time it will take the moving crew to move you, saving you money. "
- Need It Moved LLC
"Usually, North Carolina U-Haul stores have a large supply of trucks for any move, but we also have Penske and Budget rentals in spread out locations to cover your needs."
- D&D Movers
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Major Neighborhoods in Columbia
State capital Columbia didn't get its nickname “Soda City” from any relation to the beverage industry, but because it was often abbreviated as "Cola". Despite not having free samples on every street corner, though, the city's still a hub of creativity and experiences. Thanks to The University of South Carolina making its home here, there's always a buzz of student life and athletics in the area. You can also visit the Soda City Market, an all-local farmers market hosted every Saturday, with food trucks, vendors, and live music. Or if you're not in a shopping mood, the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden's animal enclosures, lush botanical gardens, and a huge outdoor park offer more than enough activities. When you've decided to make Cola your new home, rely on local movers and their know-how to take care of the logistics.
The Vista
The Vista neighborhood sits right along the Congaree River and is the perfect fit for those looking to live next door to a ton of entertainment venues. It's the heart of the city's sporting events, and you can a game at Colonial Life Arena or the Carolina Coliseum. These places can sometimes double as music halls, but if you crave smaller shows that get you closer to the performers, grab tickets to see a show at Music Farm. The impressive EdVenture Children’s Museum will also end up a favorite weekend activity for those with kids in tow. As you'd imagine, all the events mean the neighborhood gets busy at points. So for your relocation, look for local movers who know how to navigate around the crowds.
Shandon
Shandon is one of the city's largest neighborhoods, filled with single-family homes and mature trees. In fact, all the shade and wide streets mean it's a popular area for outdoor exercise and road races, including the annual Shandon Turkey Trot and Burn that takes place on Black Friday. If you're not the jogging type but still want to spend some time in the fresh air, there's Emily Douglas Park, which has an outdoor amphitheater and a dog park for your furry friends to get their own exercise. The neighborhood makes it easy to shop locally with places like Rosewood Market which has a kitchen and deli as well as groceries. Want to join the Shandon community? Hire local movers to make the trip to your new home a breeze.
Forest Acres
Forest Acres is a neighborhood with historic homes and a suburban feel lying on the eastern edge of the city. There are parks on parks here, including Citadel Park and Trenholm Park, which features a community center, swimming pool, gym, and ball fields. Whenever you get hungry from having fun outdoors, local favorite Pasta Fresca is a must-try. But if you'd prefer to cook for yourself, the Forest Acres Farmer’s Market is open all summer and offers locally grown fruits, vegetables, and more. You can also look forward to annual festivals like Sweet Seasons, a special holiday community event with live music and vendors. If you plan on making Forest Acres your new home, leave the logistics to the pros by hiring local movers.
Five Points
Known as the "original village neighborhood", Five Points has a lot of local love and history built into its foundation. There are plenty of events in all seasons, like the annual outdoor music festival JerryFest, which celebrates Grateful Dead musician Jerry Garcia. The area's also a haven for foodies, whether you're in the mood for traditional southern fare and brunch cocktails at The Gourmet Shop, coffee pour-overs at Drip, or a drink at Five Points Brewhouse, a brewery with a large patio and outdoor firepit. The neighborhood is a hot hangout spot for university students, tourists, and locals alike, so it can get crowded. If you plan to make Five Points your new home, then hire local movers who know which streets to take and which to avoid when it's busy.
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1,139 Columbia Mover Reviews
On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 277,789 verified customer reviews
Great service! The guys were really nice, polite, careful and STRONG!! They were a pleasure to work with, on time, fast and more than willing to do more moving if needed. Highly recommend 5 Star Moving!
The 2 boys that came were amazing. Very nice , polite and respectful. If we were to ever move again I would use again in a heartbeat. Very pleased with our experience.
Donnie was an excellent communicator and did a perfect job for my 1 bedroom move in. I couldn’t be happier. They deserved every cent they had coming to them.
Donnie and Matthew did a wonderful job. Worked the two hours straight and loaded truck with expert precision. Good communication prior to packing. Definitely would use again. Polite and respectful. Definitely 5 stars. Made our move so easy. Can’t go wrong with these hard working guys.
The movers we hired were absolutely fantastic. It was hot and they had to climb 2 flights of stairs each way but never complained once. Super efficient and would recommend them to everyone
Donny and his crew were amazing! They went above and beyond to get everything out of our PODs and even helped arranged furniture in each room. Very friendly and personable people. Highly recommend!
I had to book at the last minute to have someone help me unload my UhAul and Donnie showed up to rescue the day!! So grateful and highly recommend this moving company!!
Donnie and Matt exceeded expectations in every way possible. They arrived on time, were very nice and respectful, and were very careful with all of our things while also unloading everything we had in the alotted time. I would recommend them to everyone!
The crew was AMAZING!! They were professional, respectful, kind and SO helpful. We couldn’t have done the unloading without them!! They took great care of our things and easily followed our instructions on where to place things. We were so happy with their services and highly recommend them!!!
The crew was on time, prepared for the job and wonderfully efficient. They were truly a pleasure to work with. They were extremely careful and professional. Terrence and Yancey were truly outstanding help. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
These two young men did an amazing job of unloading and storing everything neatly in my storage unit. They were professional and courteous and friendly. I would recommend them to anyone who needs their belongings moved with kit care gloves. Thanks guys for all of your hard work.
Exceptional Movers did a great job unloading our trailer in 2 hours! Our trailer also came early and they had no issue bumping up our scheduled move a few days to accommodate and help us move sooner. I would definitely recommend using Exceptional Movers to anyone looking to move in the area.
