By Joshua Green

Updated: Aug 23, 2025

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124 movers in Watertown

Move Our Stuff

(7)
Based in West Haverstraw, New York
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Jul, 08 2015 by Tammy

"I've read a few reviews here about this company that strike me as harsh, and I have to ask - who did you hire?  This company moved me recently (6/16 - I've been meaning to write this but was a little busy) was absolutely awesome!  Naquan (hope I s..."

Delaney Moving & Storage

(0)
Based in Syracuse, New York

Lyon Moving and Storage

(1)
Based in Fort Covington, New York
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Mar, 08 2019 by Desiree Mills

"Speaking from my experience, I would NOT use this company again & highly suggest anyone reading this to find a different moving company. I had Lyon move a couple of my mother’s things from Connecticut to Texas. The estimate & sales pitch was outst..."

E-Z Movers

(3)
Based in Fairport, New York
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Sep, 18 2019 by Khalid Munir

"1-) The job was subcontracted to a different moving company without my consent and discussion. The persons who came to pick up items did not introduced correctly. I had a contract with E-Z Movers, they were supposed to pick up my items between 08/..."

390 Self Storage

(0)
Based in Rochester, New York

Champion Moving & Storage

(0)
Based in Brockport, New York

Liedkie Moving & Storage Inc

(0)
Based in Schenectady, New York

Booska Movers

(1)
Based in Burlington, Vermont
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on May, 09 2021 by Vivid Grim

"Incredibly incompetent and disorganized. not only did the person responsible for moving my things into my apartment bring someone else's things the first time, the company lost - or, based off a worker's comments about how "nice" it was before the..."

Schaap Moving Systems

(5)
Based in Albany, New York
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Nov, 01 2022 by Fran Otto

"Never in my very long life have I ever experienced such poor moving skills as Schaap. Several pieces of my furniture were badly damaged, along with many items never making to my new address. Additionally, their office staff is unresponsive to my h..."

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..."
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Who regulates Watertown interstate movers?

Watertown 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 Watertown

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Westernville, Baldwinsville and Liverpool can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Watertown, NY sorted by distance:

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By Joshua Green

Relocation Expert & Book Author

Joshua is a moving expert and author who dedicates his time to helping people move quickly and safely.

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