By Jessica Ryan

Updated: Mar 14, 2026

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896 movers in New Britain

Five Star Vanlines Inc

(2)
Based in Union City, New Jersey
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on May, 13 2017 by Donna

"I was late in planning my move and I was assigned this company by a moving broker Best Interstate Moving and Storage (would not use them again either) and this was my first time using a moving service. Absolutely would not recommend. They are terr..."

Edwards Movers

(1)
Based in South Easton, Massachusetts
Last reviewed 2/5 stars on Apr, 11 2015 by Anne Larson

"We hired Edwards moved because my husband knew the owner.  Little did we know the have a habit of marking ALL your furnishing with their abbreviations after the item number of sc- scratched etc.  when our furniture arrived my brand new metal headb..."

Chariot Van Lines

(1)
Based in Brooklyn, New York
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Aug, 19 2014 by Cara Hernandez

"Poor and unprofessional customer service. They don't return phone calls, they speak to you in an un concerning and disrespectful manner. Some items of mine are missing after delivery and have not gotten a response to my claim or inquiry and it has..."

The Ideal Move

(1)
Based in Albany, New York
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Mar, 26 2020 by Cynthia Atkinson

"My experience with The Ideal Move US DOT#830717, MC#368512, aka Metro Van Lines US DOT#19140, MC#1845 operating on duffy ave, hicksville, ny and in NJ, CT, MA(boston) was so bad, in fact horrible. They stole & damaged my property reboxing what I p..."

Smilin Mikes Dependable Moving

(0)
Based in New York, New York

Soho Moving and Storage

(0)
Based in New York, New York

ACME Van Lines

(0)
Based in Brooklyn, New York

NYC Brooklyn Movers LLC

(0)
Based in Brooklyn, New York

Ideal Moving & Storage

(8)
Based in New York, New York
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Dec, 28 2019 by Mellisa Kasdras

"Ideal gave me a 2 consecutive day window for my move. The dates were quickly approaching and …no call from Ideal. I started calling them and they could not seem to tell me which day the movers were coming. I had to be present on the day of the mov..."

Cargo Taxi

(3)
Based in New York, New York
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Oct, 28 2020 by Nathan Stinson

"If I could give 0 stars I would. I confirmed a 3pm move on Monday. On Wednesday I get a text at 11:25am that morning saying “driver is on the way” I told him that I was not at home as I planned my work day around his confirmation. He just said som..."
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What to know when moving to New Britain, CT

Embrace New Britain, CT, with its quaint charm and strong community spirit. Here, the iconic Walnut Hill Park beckons for peaceful strolls, reflecting the city's appreciation for green spaces. Weather-wise, expect a classic New England climate: vibrant autumns, snowy winters, blossoming springs, and warm summers.

Located less than 15 miles from Hartford, New Britain offers easier commutes alongside affordable living. It's home to cultural festivities, including the annual Little Poland Festival, celebrating the city's rich Polish heritage. Central Connecticut State University adds a youthful vibrancy, fostering education and innovation.

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Who regulates New Britain interstate movers?

New Britain 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 Connecticut

Let's see how many people move within Connecticut versus those who moved from Constitution State to another state.

Moved Within CT
25%
Moved out of CT
75%

With about 75% out-of-state moves and 25% local moves, the relocation situation in the state of Connecticut indicates an overwhelming outbound migration.

It seems like, as the third smallest state by area in the country, Connecticut finds it hard to keep the people from moving away to New York to the west, Massachusetts to the north, or to any other state in the United States.

Who regulates Connecticut local movers

The Bureau of Public Transportation oversees the regulation of moving companies, taxis, livery operators and bus companies.

Agency: Department of Transportation, Bureau of Public Transportation
Address: 2800 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, CT 06111
Phone: (860)-594-2000
Website: portal.ct.gov/DOT/

If you are experiencing issues and cannot resolve your dispute, you can submit a complaint using the Taxi, Livery or Household Goods Complaint Form.

What do people move within Connecticut?

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

Studio (5%)
1 Bedroom (21%)
2 Bedroom (29%)
3 Bedroom (18%)
4 Bedroom (9%)

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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 Connecticut movers near New Britain

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Kensington, Southington and Middletown can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to New Britain, CT sorted by distance:

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