By Manuella Irwin

Updated: Jan 3, 2026

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954 movers in Chelsea

Long Island Moving & Storage

(1)
Based in Plainview, New York
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Dec, 11 2019 by Jacqueline Denigris

"In June of 2019, I contacted Rob at Long Island Moving and Storage and explained that we would be moving our 1 bedroom apartment to our new apartment a few miles away. I gave a detailed explanation of the rooms that would be moved. I was quoted $6..."

Lippincott Van Lines

(1)
Based in North Haven, Connecticut
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Aug, 12 2013 by barbara ellis

"  We have had a nightmare experience with this company, top to bottom. The should be shut down by the attorney general.       1. The morning of our move, Lippincott was supposed to arrive between 9 and 10. At 10 am I received a call saying they we..."

A Plus Moving LLC

(0)
Based in East Haven, Connecticut

Brantley Brothers Moving and Storage

(0)
Based in Newark, New Jersey

Ample Moving

(0)
Based in Jersey City, New Jersey

UMEX Moving & Storage

(0)
Based in Fairfield, New Jersey

Worldwide Shipping Center

(0)
Based in Floral Park, New York

Destiny Moving

(0)
Based in Brooklyn, New York

Metropolis Moving

(0)
Based in Brooklyn, New York

Piece of Cake Moving & Storage

(0)
Based in New York, New York
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Who regulates Chelsea interstate movers?

Chelsea 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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How much does it cost to hire movers

As it turns out, the cost to hire professional movers will effectively solve the ever-present dilemma of whether you should hire a mover or do it yourself. The cost depends on a number of important factors, including the type of the move itself (local move or a long distance). See the breakdown.

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Local New York movers near Chelsea

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Fishkill, Newburgh and Hopewell Junction can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Chelsea, 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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