By Manuella Irwin

Updated: Sep 4, 2025

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249 movers in Durham

Golden Gate Relocation LLC

(44)
Based in Norfolk, Virginia
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Sep, 15 2025 by Luka Lee

"Please please please go with other moving company. A lot of damages, our sofa, rugs, mattress and many other items were carelessly dragged on the wet ground, computer screen they packed arrived broken along with many other furniture pieces, and th..."

Moving Kings Van Lines

(6)
Based in Sanford, North Carolina
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Apr, 15 2021 by Tim Hickman

"Worst experience ever! Show up with small truck and ask for more money, said they would store our things in climate controlled storage building? Everything wet and moldy upon delivery after truck broke down once. Furniture broken, chipped, stained..."

Primeway Movers

(12)
Based in Fredericksburg, Virginia
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jan, 05 2019 by Robert

"Can't believe this company is still in business..don't trust them!! They will steal, cheat and lie..they don't even honor their measly offers to pay for damaged, stolen and lost property."

BR Movers

(38)
Based in Washington, Washington DC
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Mar, 09 2017 by Geri

"BR Movers provided me an estimate of $887 to move from my townhome to a two bedroom apartment and to take my other items to Cube Storage on Ft. Meade Road in Laurel, MD. I moved in the same development with the storage 10 minutes away. The movers ..."

Marrins Mooving

(2)
Based in Morrisville, North Carolina
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Oct, 11 2024 by Nadia Korobova

"Absolute nightmare experience. We were mislead and mistreated. Way too much damage to brand new home and our property. Too upset to even begin to go into detail. Would not recommend to anyone to utilize them, unfortunately"

Trosa Moving

(0)
Based in Durham, North Carolina

Distinctive Moving and Storage LLC

(0)
Based in Cary, North Carolina

Truckin' Movers Corporation

(0)
Based in Durham, North Carolina

No Sweat Services Inc

(0)
Based in Cary, North Carolina

Crabtree Family Moving

(0)
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina
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What to know when moving to Durham, NC

Welcome to Durham, a city where southern charm meets innovative culture. Known for its pivotal role in the tobacco industry, Durham has transformed into a hub for healthcare and education, anchored by the prestigious Duke University and its iconic Chapel. The city experiences four distinct seasons, with hot, humid summers and mild winters, perfect for year-round activities.

Just a stone's throw from the state's capital, Raleigh, Durham offers a unique blend of urban living amidst lush greenery. For the latest insights and updates on Durham living, visit Discover Durham.

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Who regulates Durham interstate movers?

Durham 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 North Carolina

Let's see how many people move within North Carolina versus those who moved from Tar Heel State to another state.

Moved Within NC
42%
Moved out of NC
58%

When it comes to local moves vs. cross-country moves, the relocation scene in North Carolina seems almost evenly split. Still, the interstate moves (58%) have a slight advantage over the intrastate ones (42%).

There are many reasons for North Carolinians to want to stay in their state, with Charlotte and Raleigh being great cities to live in. The secret to having a stress-free and problem-free home move is still linked to finding and hiring a good professional moving company.

Who regulates North Carolina local movers

Carriers transporting household goods intrastate for compensation are under the North Carolina Utilities Commission’s jurisdiction. If you hire intrastate household goods movers in North Carolina, they must have a certificate (“C” number) issued by the Commission. Certificated movers are required to have insurance, to observe some consumer protection laws, and to comply with the provisions of the Maximum Rate Tariff (MRT).

Agency: North Carolina Utilities Commission, Transportation Division
Address: 430 N. Salisbury Street, Room 1130, Raleigh, NC 27603-5919
Phone: (919) 733-7766
Website: www.ncuc.gov

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What do people move within North Carolina?

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

Studio (3%)
1 Bedroom (18%)
2 Bedroom (30%)
3 Bedroom (26%)
4 Bedroom (8%)

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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 North Carolina movers near Durham

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Morrisville, Cary and Raleigh can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Durham, NC 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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