Movers in Queens You Can Trust
Queens is New York City's largest borough and its most diverse — attached homes in Forest Hills, luxury high-rises in Long Island City, rowhouses in Jackson Heights, and everything in between. Moishe's has been moving Queens residents since 1983, and we operate a local facility right in Long Island City, putting us closer to your move than most companies. From navigating the Van Wyck Expressway during rush hour to meeting co-op board COI requirements in Rego Park, we know exactly what Queens moves require.
Our Queens Location
Unlike most moving companies that dispatch from Manhattan or New Jersey, Moishe's operates a facility at 38-42 9th Street, Long Island City, Queens (718-392-4116). This means shorter drive times to your pickup, lower fuel costs passed to you, and a storage option that's actually in the borough — no long haul to a facility miles away.
That being said, we’re ready to take on whatever move you have in store for us. To full-sized homes to single apartments, Moishe’s Movers in Queens is committed to delivering a simple, efficient move wherever you’re headed.
Queens Moving Services
Moishe's has been moving customers in Queens since 1983. Whether you're moving a studio apartment or an entire office floor, our fully licensed and insured team handles every detail — from packing to final placement. Here's what we offer:
Studios to full-floor apartments — local, efficient, and careful with your belongings.
Minimal downtime office relocations — we work around your business hours.
Full or partial packing using professional materials — we treat your items like our own.
We break down and rebuild beds, desks, wardrobes, and more — no extra charge.
Need storage between moves? We pick up, store, and redeliver on your schedule.
Premium handling for artwork, antiques, pianos, and high-value items.
We’re more than familiar with Queens and are happy to spearhead your move across the borough.
Here are a few of the neighborhoods we service within Queens:
We know that moving can be stressful, but we’re here to help answer your questions and guide you to storage and transportation solutions. We ready to transport your valuable belongings to your new home or apartment. Our Queens moving company possesses the tools and experience to get you to your desired destination with no trouble at all.
Our years of vetted experience make us the best moving company available. You’re bound to have a hassle-free move because as movers in NYC, we are experts in our field, and we care deeply about the protection and transportation of your items.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do movers cost in Queens?
The cost depends on your home size, the number of movers needed, floor access, distance, and time of year. As a general guide: a studio or 1-bedroom local move in Queens typically ranges from $450–$650, a 2-bedroom from $650–$1,100, and a 3-bedroom or larger from $1,100–$2,000+. Queens has a wider range of housing types than most NYC boroughs — a walk-up in Astoria costs less to move than a co-op high-rise in Forest Hills with a 4-hour elevator window, and a detached home in Bayside or Douglaston is a full-day job. Peak season (May–September) and month-end dates cost more due to demand. Contact Moishe's for a free, no-obligation quote — we'll give you an accurate estimate based on your specific building, floor, and move details.
Do Queens movers need a Certificate of Insurance (COI)?
It depends on your building. Many Queens buildings — particularly newer high-rises in Long Island City, Forest Hills co-ops, and managed rental towers in Astoria and Rego Park — require your moving company to provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI) naming the building as an additional insured before any move can take place. Older walk-up buildings and private homes typically do not. If your building requires a COI, Moishe's handles all paperwork at no extra charge and submits it directly to building management in advance of your move date. If you're unsure whether your building requires one, call us and we'll help you find out.
What's the best time to move in Queens?
The easiest time to move in Queens is mid-month on a weekday during the off-peak season — October through April. Avoid the first and last few days of the month, when leases turn over across the borough and demand spikes sharply. Saturdays in June, July, and August are the hardest to book, particularly in Long Island City, Astoria, and Forest Hills, where elevator and loading dock windows are limited and competition for slots is high. If you're moving near JFK Airport in Jamaica or South Ozone Park, factor in flight path noise and occasional access delays from airport traffic. For most Queens moves, booking 2–3 weeks in advance is comfortable outside peak season; 4–6 weeks ahead is recommended for summer Saturdays or any building with a managed elevator window.
Can you move to/from Long Island City high-rises?
Yes — Long Island City is one of our most frequently served areas in Queens. The neighbourhood's new luxury towers — including The Eagle, Hunters Point South, TF Cornerstone properties, Court Square City View, and the Avalon buildings — have COI requirements and freight elevator scheduling that are identical to Manhattan high-rises. Most buildings require the COI to be submitted 48–72 hours in advance, enforce strict 4-hour move windows, and require padded elevator protection during the move. Moishe's operates our Queens facility right in Long Island City at 38-42 9th Street, which means we know these buildings well — many of our crews have completed repeat moves in the same towers. We handle all COI paperwork at no extra charge and coordinate directly with LIC building management so your move day runs on time.
Do you have storage in Queens?
Yes. Moishe's operates a storage facility in Long Island City, Queens — at 38-42 9th Street, right in the heart of the borough. This means your belongings don't travel to a remote facility in New Jersey or Staten Island: they stay local, close to where you're moving from or to. We offer both short-term storage (ideal if your new apartment isn't ready yet or your lease dates don't line up) and long-term storage for renovations, downsizing, or business inventory. Our moving and storage combo service means we pick up your belongings, store them at our Queens facility, and redeliver on your schedule — one team, one point of contact, no handoffs.
Local Moving Services in Queens
We can handle your local move within Queens, no matter how big the job. We can give you a quote over the phone, or for bigger jobs we send a relocation specialist to your home to take a complete inventory and give you a more detailed quote for your local move. We can also help pack, and unpack your stuff as well. Once you reserve a moving date with us our mover are guaranteed to be there. Call Moishe's Moving to start the local moving process today.
Long Distance Moving Services in Queens
Planning a long distance move out of the tri-state area? Are you looking to move to Queens from out-of-state? Either way, Moishe's Moving has you covered. We have a talented customer support team and a large team of trained movers that can help make your long distance move a breeze. Give us a call today and take the hassle out of long distance moving services.
Commercial Moving Services in Queens
We understand that operating a business can be difficult and time consuming. That's why if you're moving offices or in need of commercial moving services, give us a call and let us take care of the heavy lifting in planning your commercial move.
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