The Best Moving Companies in Birmingham

Whether you’re moving across town or cross country, we’ve found the best moving companies for you. We analyzed the services, customer reviews, and costs for more than 20 movers in Birmingham. These are our top picks.
Best long distance mover
internationalvanlines
International Van Lines
Our Rating
4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9
pro Full-service moves
pro Movers load and drive truck
Best for local moving
First National Van Lines
First National Van Lines
Our Rating
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
pro Professional moving services
pro Large US network
Best for container moving
pods
PODS
Our Rating
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
pro Container moves
con Customer loads container
Best for truck rental
penske
Penske
Our Rating
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
pro DIY truck-rental moves
con Customer loads and drives truck

What type of moving company is right for you?

Professional movers
They handle it all.

Professional movers load your stuff, ship it to your new home, and unload it all for you. It’s the easiest—but most expensive—option. Learn more.

Containers
You load, they ship.

You load up all your belongings, but the movers transport your container to your new home. It’s the middle road for effort and cost. Learn more.

Moving truck rentals
You do all the work.

Worried about costs? Rent a truck, load it yourself, drive it to your new home, and unload all your things. You do it all—and save a lot. Learn more.


The best long-distance movers in Birmingham

Move.org researched over a dozen nationwide moving companies. These professional moving companies are our top picks. If you’re outside of Birmingham, we recommend these movers.
Best long-distance moving company
internationalvanlines
International Van Lines
4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9
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    30 days free storage
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    10% Move.org discount
Best for accurate pricing
safeway
Safeway Moving
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
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Best premium services
americanvanlines
American Van Lines
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
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    Piano moving
Best for customizable services
northamerican
North American Van Lines
4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8
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Best customer reviews
Mayzlin Relocation
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
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Local professional movers in Birmingham

If you’re moving to a new home in Birmingham or somewhere else in Alabama, check out these highly ranked local moving companies.
Company
Customer Rating
Services
Phone
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4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
Full-service (local)Call (855) 438-1872
4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9
- In-state moves
- Interstate moves
- Storage services
- Packing services
Call (205) 988-9000
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
- In-state moves
- Interstate moves
- Packing services
- Office moving
Call (256) 743-0561
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
- In-state moves
- Interstate moves
- Packing services
- Office moving
Call (205) 977-2222
4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9
- In-state moves
- Interstate moves
- Packing services
- Office moving
Call (205) 883-9312

Best moving container companies in Birmingham

Move.org analyzed approximately 8,000 customer reviews and 300 quotes over 3 years to find the best moving container companies in the US.
Moving company
Move.org rating
Avg. cost for local move
Avg. cost for long-distance move
Phone
Learn more
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
$1,370$4,300866-229-4120
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
$1,940$4,240800-722-5728
4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1
$1,500$3,880888-947-7974
4 out of 5 stars
4
$1,870$5,030844-362-5303
3.9 out of 5 stars
3.9
$1,730$4,100800-468-4285

Best truck rental companies in Birmingham

Move.org researched services, gathered over 100 quotes, and interviewed customers to find the 5 best moving truck rental companies in the country.
Moving company
Move.org rating
Avg. cost for local move
Avg. cost for long-distance move
Phone
Learn more
4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5
$328$1,944844-847-9577
4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2
$28$2,080800-462-8343
4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2
$39$1,946800-468-4285
3.1 out of 5 stars
3.1
$130N/A888-736-8387
3.1 out of 5 stars
3.1
$324$2,337N/A
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What to know about moving in Birmingham

Because the cost of living in Birmingham is relatively low, average moving costs will also be on the cheaper side. The cost of a full-service move in Birmingham might be around $1,200, especially if you’re staying local and only have a couple of rooms to pack up.1 If you plan on packing and loading your own items, the lowest rates for moving truck or storage container rentals are around $120 and $850, respectively.

Rent in Birmingham averages around $1,551 per month, and utilities cost about $370, making it a great place to live for people looking for that “city feel'' without the big price tag.2 According to our 2022 data, Birmingham is one of the least expensive places to live—ranking 9th among the most affordable cities in the US.

In the late 19th century, Birmingham got the nickname “The Magic City” because of its rapid industry growth and population boom. It also has the nickname “Pittsburgh of the South” because both towns became known for steel and iron production.

Alabama is known for its mouth-watering barbecue, and some of the best southern barbecue in the country can is available in Birmingham, AL. Alabama barbecue is also unique because of its signature “white” BBQ sauce (typically made with a base of mayonnaise and apple cider vinegar).


Sources

  1. Colin Holmes, Move.org, “How Much Does It Cost to Move?” June 6, 2022. Accessed September 7, 2022.
  2. Asha Kennedy, Move.org, “US Cities with the Lowest Cost of Living in 2022.” August 23, 2022. Accessed December 5, 2022.