Movers in Philadelphia, PA

237 registered moving companies · from US DOT records, November 10, 2026

Moving within Pennsylvania? The mover needs a state license too. Check one ↗

Questions about moving in Philadelphia

How many moving companies are there in Philadelphia?

237 carriers based in Philadelphia are registered with the US Department of Transportation to carry household goods for hire and updated their registration in the last two years. This page lists 150 of them, licensed moving companies first. 111 of the companies listed here are licensed for moves to other states.

How do I check that a Philadelphia mover is licensed?

Ask for the company’s USDOT number and look it up in the government’s public record (every listing here links to it). For a move to another state the mover also needs an active out-of-state license, shown as an MC number. For a move within Pennsylvania, also check the mover with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC).

Do movers need a license for a local move in Philadelphia?

Movers that move household goods within Pennsylvania must be licensed by the PUC, carry insurance, charge PUC-approved rates and show their PUC number (it starts with "A") in their ads. Check the PUC's Household Goods Operators List before you book. To complain, mail the PUC Motor Carrier Complaint Form to the nearest PUC district office or call 1-800-692-7380. The PUC cannot order a mover to pay you for damaged goods.

What is the cheapest way to move?

Move less. Every item you sell before moving day is one less thing to pack, load and pay to carry. Price it to go, and let the price drop each day until you move.

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Listings come from public US Department of Transportation records on data.transportation.gov: carriers with an active USDOT number, authorized for hire, that carry household goods and are based in Philadelphia. Companies file this information themselves; PieceOut does not vet or endorse movers. Phone numbers are the business numbers on each company’s public record; street addresses are left out on purpose. Website links open a web search for the company.