By Manuella Irwin

Updated: Sep 2, 2025

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Reviewed by Martin Pаnауоtоv

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81 movers in Buffalo

Tristate Moving Systems

(2)
Based in York, Pennsylvania
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Dec, 21 2012 by James C.

"The Salesman was so great and honest.  They were so professional and delivered the best service I've ever seen. They were on time and extremely accommodating.  We didn't have to do anything.  They did everything for us.  Very professional and exce..."

California Exodus Moving and Storage LLC

(69)
Based in Cleveland, Ohio
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Oct, 24 2023 by Danita King

"This company moved us from California to Tennesse in May 2022. Original estimate was $6000. When movers arrived the foreman told us we had to pay $7000 more and if we cancelled the move we would have lost our deposit. The total move costed us over..."

Fisher North American

(1)
Based in Hamburg, New York
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Nov, 20 2014 by Steven

"I just had a cross country move with Fisher N. American of Hamburg, NY. To sum up this experience as horrendous is understatement. Besides a damaged box spring, broken glass shelves to a curio china & scuff marks on our leather sofa, they lost up ..."

Wayfinder Moving Services

(0)
Based in Buffalo, New York

Zito Movers

(0)
Based in Lancaster, New York

Best Buffalo Movers

(0)
Based in Buffalo, New York

Escro Transport

(0)
Based in Buffalo, New York

M & J Movers

(0)
Based in Lancaster, New York

Dan's Moving & Storage

(1)
Based in Dunkirk, New York
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Oct, 24 2021 by Marta Uszacki

"Do not use these people to move or store your belongings. I used them and within one week the lock of my storage unit was snapped off and I was cleaned out of all my furniture and belongings. Their insurance refused to cover the cost, no one infor..."

Champion Moving & Storage

(0)
Based in Brockport, New York
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What to know when moving to Buffalo, NY

Buffalo, NY, affectionately known as the City of Good Neighbors, offers a rich tapestry of cultural experiences and a tight-knit community feel. With landmarks such as Frank Lloyd Wright’s Darwin D. Martin House, there's architectural splendor to explore. The city experiences four distinct seasons, with snowy winters and vibrant autumns, making it ideal for those who appreciate seasonal changes. Located just a short drive from Toronto, Buffalo boasts affordability and a growing job market. For more detailed insights, visit Visit Buffalo Niagara.

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Who regulates Buffalo interstate movers?

Buffalo moving companies are required to be registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) if they perform interstate moves. No matter if it is a moving company or a broker, they should have a valid DOT number. You can look up a mover here.

Agency: United States Department of Transportation
Address: 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington DC 20590
Phone: (855) 368-4200
Website: www.fmcsa.dot.gov

To see if a specific movers complies with regulations, simply select a company from the list.

Moving within vs moving out of New York

Let's see how many people move within New York versus those who moved from Empire State to another state.

Moved Within NY
31%
Moved out of NY
69%

It appears that much more Americans have decided to move out of New York State than to relocate within its limits. The percentages of these somewhat surprising statistics are: 31% local moves vs. 69% interstate moves.

There are countless reasons for New Yorkers to relocate within their own state, including the major one – local moves are always a easier to organize and execute than interstate ones. The preparations for a house move should begin as early as the move is confirmed and should continue all the way until Moving day itself.

Who regulates New York local movers

Moving companies in New York are regulated by the New York State Department of Transportation. To verify whether movers are licensed and insured, call (800) 786-5368, or e-mail at nymoving@dot.state.ny.us.

Agency: New York State Department of Transportation
Address: 50 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 12232
Phone: (518) 457-6195
Website: https://www.dot.ny.gov

What do people move within New York?

Ever wondered which are the most popular move sizes when people move locally in NY?

Studio (11%)
1 Bedroom (33%)
2 Bedroom (18%)
3 Bedroom (17%)
4 Bedroom (4%)

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The city of Buffalo (pop. 261,310) is the second most populous city in the Empire State (after New York City, of course). Buffalo is situated only about 50 miles south of Toronto.

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Local New York movers near Buffalo

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Lancaster, Hamburg and Elma can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Buffalo, NY sorted by distance:

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By Manuella Irwin

Relocation Expert & Book Author

Manuella is a moving expert featured in Forbes, USA Today, Zillow, The American Moving & Storage Association.

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