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Top-Rated Movers in Montclair - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for First-Rate Moving & Storage
First-Rate Moving & Storage
5.0(
30
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Montclair, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"What a great experience with this moving service. I hired First-Rate Moving & Storage on a long distance move and they did a fantastic job. Everything went so smooth and I didn't expect that. In short it was a best moving experience I have ever had and I would highly recommend this company!"
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
4.8(
427
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Montclair, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All Service Moving was exceptional. Great customer service - easy to schedule and flexible. Royce & Frost did an AMAZING job moving all of our very heavy and fragile belongings. They handled all of our requests and items with care and worked both efficiently and quickly. They were super friendly and very customer service oriented. I can't thank them enough for the GREAT job they did. I highly recommend All Service Moving for anything moving and/or storage related. And DEFINITELY request Royce & Frost to handle your job. Thank You!"
Unloading team
Aaron on the left is the crew lead of the entire two truck job. This photo is during the load.
The loading team at commercial building 1 in SW Portland.
Loading the grand Piano with a custom built 6 wheel off road dolly
Tier building

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Shleppers Moving & Storage
4.4(
296
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Montclair, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Shleppers is an amazing moving company that cared for me and my wife. We moved from New York to Chicago, and they sent two guys who efficiently and effectively moved us. They also made a local move for us and were the first moving company to refund us because they didn't do as much work as intended. 5/5!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Optimum Moving
4.8(
61
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Montclair, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Optimum Moving made our 1,300‑mile move so much easier than we expected. Bert, our sales executive, was a pleasure to work with and handled every detail. Carlos and his crew were quick, efficient, and incredibly positive throughout the entire process. They transformed what could have been an overwhelming move into a streamlined, stress‑free experience. We highly recommend them."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Affordable Guys Moving
4.5(
43
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Montclair, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Affordable guys moving came to my house to move some very heavy furniture from upstairs to downstairs and some boxes around they were all very professional fast clean and set everything up exactly the way I wanted I would absolutely have affordable guys moving move my furniture and everything else in the future they were very careful not to damage anything highly recommended and very professional"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Monroe Moving Pro
4.9(
51
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Montclair, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Monroe Moving is the best! I moved from Brooklyn to Jersey City and Bryan and his team did a great job. Very professional, friendly, respectful… the move went smoothly which took alot of stress off of me! I am a very happy customer. Also kudos to Jonathan who I dealt with during the hiring process and the pricing! Highly recommended!"
New Jersey
 "Meals on the Move" with ShopRite Lyndhurst and Move For Hunger
Proper packing is key to a successful move
Packing carefully before loading the truck
At Monroe Moving Pro, we're not just about moving homes; we're about moving hearts too. Here's a snapshot of our team at ShopRite, where we're not loading household items but something far more valuable - food for those in need.

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Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Moving FAQs, answered by experts

In Montclair, consider moving right away if you have secured necessary permits, favorable weather, and need to align with school or work schedules. If your move falls during winter, peak summer, or coincides with major local events, it may be best to wait. Also, assess your ability to coordinate with utility providers, local movers, and building management for a seamless transition.

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Knowing your Montclair home’s age, layout, and whether it has narrow staircases or tight entryways is crucial for planning a move. Check if your building has elevator access or specific moving policies. Assess street width for moving truck access, parking availability, and proximity to busy intersections. This information helps local movers determine the right equipment and timing for a smooth, efficient move.

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Your Montclair home is ideal for moving if it offers straightforward access for moving trucks, such as a driveway or wide street parking. Homes with standard layouts, available storage or staging areas, and flexible moving hours make the process easier. If your location avoids congested areas near schools or train stations and moving permits are easy to secure, your move will likely be more efficient.

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Many Montclair residents underestimate how early they need to arrange moving truck permits and secure parking, especially during peak moving seasons. Storage solutions are often overlooked, particularly in older homes with limited space. Homeowners also tend to misjudge the time needed to coordinate with utility providers and local movers, or to plan around school schedules and heavy traffic near train stations.

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Homeowners in Montclair often forget to reserve parking for moving trucks, especially on narrow or hilly streets, leading to last-minute hassles or fines. Overlooking the need for moving truck permits and not checking building-specific moving hours can cause delays. Failing to communicate with local movers about historic home layouts or elevator access also creates unnecessary obstacles and can complicate the entire moving process.

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