About TriStateMovers
We started TriStateMovers with a simple mission: make finding a trustworthy mover as easy and transparent as possible. Moving is stressful enough without worrying whether your moving company is legitimate, fairly priced, and reliable.
2,847+
Moves Matched
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Licensed Movers
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States Covered
Our Story
TriStateMovers was founded in 2018 after our team experienced firsthand how difficult it is to find a trustworthy moving company in the New York metro area. After one too many stories of hidden fees, damaged furniture, and no-show movers, we decided to build a better way.
We built a rigorous vetting process that goes beyond basic license checks. Every mover in our network has been verified for USDOT registration, active insurance, customer satisfaction history, and complaint records. We continuously monitor performance and remove companies that fall below our standards.
Today, TriStateMovers is the leading moving company comparison platform in the Tri-State area, serving customers across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. We have helped match over 2,800 moves and maintain a network of more than 150 licensed moving companies.
Our service is completely free for consumers. We earn a referral fee from movers only after a successful connection, which means our incentive is always aligned with helping you find the best mover for your needs.
Our Mission
“To eliminate the stress and uncertainty of finding a moving company by connecting every person in the Tri-State area with a vetted, fairly priced, and reliable mover.”
What Sets Us Apart
We are not a moving company. We are a free matching service built to protect consumers and raise the standard of the moving industry.
Trust & Transparency
Every mover in our network is independently verified for licensing, insurance, and customer satisfaction. We never accept pay-to-play listings. Our rankings are based on quality, not advertising spend.
Customer-First
Our service is completely free for customers. We earn a referral fee from movers only after a successful match, meaning our incentive is always aligned with finding you the best mover, not the most expensive one.
Local Expertise
We specialize exclusively in the Tri-State area. Our team knows the unique moving challenges of New York City walk-ups, New Jersey suburban relocations, and Connecticut coastal communities. That local knowledge helps us make better matches.
Data-Driven Matching
Our matching algorithm considers move size, distance, timing, special requirements, mover availability, and customer ratings to connect you with the most suitable movers. This results in higher satisfaction and better pricing.
Our Mover Vetting Process
Before a moving company can join our network, they must pass a rigorous multi-step verification process.
License Verification
We verify every mover's USDOT number, state license, and operating authority through federal and state databases.
Insurance Confirmation
We confirm active general liability insurance, cargo insurance, and workers compensation coverage.
Customer Review Analysis
We analyze reviews across multiple platforms and only accept movers with consistently positive feedback.
Complaint History Check
We check FMCSA complaint records, BBB ratings, and state attorney general databases for unresolved complaints.
Ongoing Monitoring
We continuously monitor mover performance. Companies that fall below our standards are removed from the network.
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