By Vince Sanders

Updated: Jan 16, 2026

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883 movers in Portland

Always Professional Moving, Inc

(3)
Based in Perth Amboy, New Jersey
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Apr, 22 2025 by Greg Hartman

"Very disrespectful drivers and all. Stay away. Very rude upon arrival, after refusing their services they tried to make it like it was our fault for the UNPROFESSIONAL DRIVER! The Name of this company needs to change"

MD Moving Solutions LLC

(3)
Based in Plainfield, New Jersey
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Dec, 01 2025 by Victor Fandell

"Brokered move with Safe Ship Moving Services in Boynton Beach, Fl., who underestimated the size of the load to give us a lower price. Stay far away from this broker who seems to have a relationship with MD Moving Solutions. When MD Moving sent t..."

CUSICK Moving & Storage

(1)
Based in Plainfield, New Jersey
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Mar, 30 2017 by Gary Satkofsky

"The move was for my inlaws moving from Roselle Park,NJ to Hillsborough,NJ. The crew form Cusick was excellent!. Took great care in packing and moving the furniture and other items. Was a good experience."

Teachers Moving

(1)
Based in Ocean City, New Jersey
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Sep, 27 2018 by Robb Levinsky

"Moved from New Jersey to Durham, NC, home and home office. From the start, everyone at Teacher's Moving were the total professionals. Rick, one of the owners came out to give the initial estimate. I paid extra to have a dedicated move, in other wo..."

All Jersey Movers

(19)
Based in Piscataway, New Jersey
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Jul, 16 2024 by Taylor Steve

"BEST MOVING COMPANY AROUND! Ray and his fantastic team went above and beyond !!!! The communication throughout the move was amazing; the organization of the loading and unloading was excellent; the work ethic and empathy that these guys showed all..."

Cape Code Recycles and Hauling

(1)
Based in Hyannis, Massachusetts
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Aug, 11 2017 by Maurice E Hardy

"Cape & Islands Recycles, Hauling, Moving, & Storage - Owned and Operated by Joshua Wyman. Then outstanding foreman on the job was James and his extraordinary crewman was Thomas. They planned to move well, since they based it on my list of items to..."

Happy Ending Movers LLC

(0)
Based in Old Bridge, New Jersey

US Relocation Inc

(1)
Based in New Brunswick, New Jersey
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Feb, 02 2025 by Jackie Burden

"The two men who moved me into my new house did a great job of getting things packed and relocated. They were friendly and patient. They were professional in getting the job done and took great care to ensure my furniture was not damaged."

Budd Van Lines

(23)
Based in Somerset, New Jersey
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jan, 20 2026 by Sarah Hill

"This company is terrible. I've been relocated several times now and this company is awful. They breached our contract by not finishing the pack on time which did not work for our family as we had to leave and had no one to oversee the final pack. ..."

Riley Fulmont Van & Storage

(1)
Based in Amsterdam, New York
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Sep, 28 2016 by Michelle Boylan

"Joe and his crew were very professional, clean and conscience. Nothing was damaged. They treated us with respect and were careful and aware of not damaging floors and walls when moving."
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What to know when moving to Portland, CT

Welcome to Portland, CT, a charming New England town that's perfect for anyone seeking a small-town feel with convenient access to larger cities. With the iconic Brownstone Exploration and Discovery Park, you’ll find both outdoor adventure and a touch of history unique to the area.

Experience four distinct seasons—ideal for leaf-peeping in fall, snowy activities in winter, blossoming springs, and warm, beach-worthy summers. Plus, being just a short drive from Hartford, you have all the amenities of the capital at your doorstep while enjoying the tranquility and community spirit of Portland. It’s a place that quickly feels like home.

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Who regulates Portland interstate movers?

Portland 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 Portland

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

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By Vince Sanders

Moving Expert & Contributor

Vince is a moving industry professional with excessive experience in the industry both as a relocation sales representative, account manager and knowledgeable writer.

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