Moving Companies in Philadelphia, PA

Moving in Philadelphia means row-home stairs, narrow one-way streets, and reserving curb space with a parking permit—whether you’re in a Fishtown walk-up, a Rittenhouse high-rise, or a South Philly trinity. The right local mover handles it in stride. Below you’ll find top-rated moving companies in Philadelphia with addresses and phone numbers, what a move costs here, the neighborhoods and ZIP codes we cover, and why comparing a few quotes puts hundreds of dollars back in your pocket.

Top-Rated Moving Companies in Philadelphia

These established Philly movers are among the highest-rated in the city. Contact one directly, or click Compare Quotes to get competing prices from several at once—that’s where the savings come from:

Business details and Google ratings are from public sources and may change—verify licensing with the Pennsylvania PUC (in-state) or the FMCSA (interstate) before booking.

Why Getting 3+ Quotes Saves You $500 or More

Two reputable Philadelphia movers can quote very different prices for the same job—based on crew size, row-home access, and how much they want the work that week. Call just one company and you have no way to know if you’re getting a fair deal.

• Movers compete for your business — when they know you’re comparing, they sharpen their pricing.
• You spot outliers — three quotes make an overpriced (or suspiciously cheap) bid obvious.
• You negotiate from strength — a lower quote in hand is real leverage.
• It costs you nothing — comparing quotes through Find Movers Now is free and takes about a minute.

Add it up and comparison shoppers typically save more than $500. It’s the single biggest money-saving move you can make.

How Much Do Movers Cost in Philadelphia?

For a local Philadelphia move, expect roughly $90–$140 per hour depending on crew size, with row-home walk-ups at the top of the range. Long-distance moves from Philadelphia generally run $4,900–$10,300+, driven mostly by weight and distance. Estimate your move below—then compare quotes to beat the average:

For a deeper breakdown, see our moving cost guide and local movers cost page.

Moving in Philadelphia: What to Know

• Get your parking permit. Reserving curb space for the truck usually means a temporary no-parking permit from the Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA)—many movers arrange it, so ask when you book.
• Row-homes & narrow stairs. Tight staircases and doorways are the norm; tell your mover so the crew size and quote are right (and hoisting is sometimes needed).
• Narrow streets. South Philly and Old City streets are tight—experienced crews know how to get a truck in and out.
• Center City high-rises. Condos and apartments often require a reserved elevator and a certificate of insurance—arrange both ahead of time.
• Mind the September rush. Lease turnover and college move-ins (Penn, Drexel, Temple) make late summer the busiest, priciest window.

Philadelphia Neighborhoods We Cover

We connect you with movers across every Philadelphia neighborhood, including:

Philadelphia ZIP Codes Served

Movers in our network serve Philadelphia ZIP codes citywide, plus surrounding areas like the Main Line, Bucks County, and South Jersey:

Helpful Philadelphia Moving Resources

• Pennsylvania PUC — verify a mover’s in-state license.
• Philadelphia Parking Authority — temporary no-parking permits for your move.
• Philadelphia homes for sale and apartments for rent.
• Walk Score and Visit Philly — get to know your new neighborhood.

Also see what movers will and won’t pack, our tipping guide, and the best national moving companies.

Philadelphia Service Area Map

Philadelphia Movers: FAQ