By Vince Sanders

Updated: Aug 19, 2025

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162 movers in Smithfield

New Beginnings Moving and Storage

(0)
Based in Charlotte, North Carolina

Professional Relocation Movers Moving

(0)
Based in Charlotte, North Carolina

Happy Wheels Moving LLC

(7)
Based in Charlotte, North Carolina
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Sep, 26 2024 by Maga Muria

"The business model of this company is to scam their customers. Same experience as other reviews posted here: We hired InterstateMovingandRelocation because it had good reviews, but without consulting us they subcontracted Happy Wheels. Two Russian..."

All Around Movers

(3)
Based in Charlotte, North Carolina
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Nov, 02 2021 by Anthony Savage

"Absolutely terrible. The workers are cool, but the owner is absolutely trash. He will not take accountability for anything. So I had them move me into a townhouse, but when I got there didn’t like the place so decided to not move in. Asked them to..."

Harrison's Moving and Storage

(10)
Based in Chesapeake, Virginia
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Dec, 21 2022 by Edward Petruskevich

"Worst moving experience of our lives! I've moved 7 times in the past 15 years, and Harrison's made this the worst one by far! Every thing started out well when the movers came to pack the house. It fit nicely in one large truck and some into a sma..."

ACE Movers Charlotte

(1)
Based in Charlotte, North Carolina
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Sep, 09 2020 by James Gregory

"The owner Chad didn't give me my last pay check. And messaged me threatening texts on my phone. BEWARE."

Your Moving Company

(1)
Based in Thornton, Illinois
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Oct, 07 2018 by Reyna

"DON'T USE THIS MOVING COMPANY!! They are THE WORST!! I just hired them to move a bedroom furniture from Norridge to Palos Hills. The movers were not properly equipped to move the furniture, no Dolly's, straps or anything. I was given an estimate o..."

Professional Moving & Storage

(0)
Based in Richmond, Virginia

Hornet Moving

(0)
Based in Charlotte, North Carolina

Stewart Moving and Storage

(6)
Based in Midlothian, Virginia
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Aug, 21 2023 by Drew Harrell

"Coming from a local real estate agent.. DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY! Not only did we receive AWEFUL service.. we were charged $600 more than the original estimate, to add insult to injury! Will detail issues with them below: -We had numerous experie..."
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What to know when moving to Smithfield, NC

Welcome to Smithfield, NC, a charming blend of Southern hospitality and vibrant community life. Nestled in Johnston County, our city beckons with historic allure, such as the iconic Ava Gardner Museum. Smithfield offers year-round mild weather with distinct, beautiful seasons—perfect for enjoying our numerous parks and greenways.

Being just 30 minutes southeast of Raleigh, Smithfield provides a serene, small-town atmosphere while keeping the conveniences of a big city within easy reach. Local businesses thrive here, adding to our unique character and close-knit community fabric.

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Who regulates Smithfield interstate movers?

Smithfield 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 Smithfield

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Clayton, Angier and Fuquay Varina can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Smithfield, NC 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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