Seamen's Moving, founded in 2000, is a trusted moving company based in Long Island City, NY, with over 20 years of experience. Their service range includes New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, catering to local and long-distance residential, commercial, and international moves. They also provide specialized fine art moving services, ensuring the safe handling and transportation of valuable, irreplaceable pieces. With a clean record from the NYS Department of Transportation and the Better Business Bureau, along with memberships in the American Moving and Storage Association, Seamen's Moving is committed to delivering efficient, reliable, and affordable services.
Seamen's Moving
Superb
based on 995+ data points 
The Great Guys Moving Rating Index (GGMRI) is an impartial score of the best movers in a city.About Seamen's Moving
Additional Cities Served: Hoboken, Queens, Staten Island, Long Beach, Harrison, Glen CoveShow More >
Moving Services
- Fine Art Services
- Packing and Crating Fine Art
- Transport & Handling of Art
- Climate-Controlled Storage
USDOT Interstate LicenseIf you’re moving across state lines, you likely need to hire a moving company with a VALID USDOT license. This licensing information comes from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and applies to a moving company's ability to perform a long distance INTERstate move (for example: from California to Texas). If your move crosses state lines within the same commercial zone, or metropolitan area (for example: DC to Alexandria, VA), it is generally not considered an interstate move and a moving company may not need an "Active" license from FMCSA to perform this type of move. INTRAstate moves (within the same state or city) are regulated by state and local jurisdictions and licensing requirements vary according to locale.
If you’re moving across state lines, you likely need to hire a moving company with a VALID USDOT license. This licensing information comes from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and applies to a moving company's ability to perform a long distance INTERstate move (for example: from California to Texas). If your move crosses state lines within the same commercial zone, or metropolitan area (for example: DC to Alexandria, VA), it is generally not considered an interstate move and a moving company may not need an "Active" license from FMCSA to perform this type of move. INTRAstate moves (within the same state or city) are regulated by state and local jurisdictions and licensing requirements vary according to locale.Authorized
for Interstate Moves
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Summarized Review of Seamen's Moving
We've analyzed the customer reviews to provide a summarized snapshot. Imagine the challenge of sifting through and reading every single review a moving company has ever received. Could you spot the fake reviews? Could you formulate a well-rounded analyses, or would you be left relying on a gut feeling?
Our rigorous evaluation process addresses this by meticulously vetting each moving company based on 11 crucial aspects of the moving experience:
1. Quality
9.5/10
Nationwide Average: 8.44/10
Seamen's Moving receives overwhelmingly positive acclaim for their exceptional service, professionalism, and efficient moving process, despite a few reports of dissatisfaction and issues with service and damage.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“great work by movers”
“great work by movers”
“felt scammed, charged double the quote”
2. Punctuality
9.55/10
Nationwide Average: 8.07/10
Seamen's Moving consistently receives high praise for their timely arrivals and adherence to schedules, with an overwhelming majority of reviews highlighting their punctuality, despite a couple of instances where delays were reported.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“they started at 9am as expected”
“They were on time”
“arrived earlier than anticipated”
3. Affordability
8.21/10
Nationwide Average: 7.69/10
Seamen's Moving generally offers competitive pricing and value, with many customers finding their services to be reasonably priced and worth the cost despite some concerns over extra and hidden fees.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“beat the other two quotes I received”
“rates are affordable and reasonable”
“charged double the initial quote”
4. Communication
9.47/10
Nationwide Average: 7.53/10
Seamen's Moving predominantly excels, with customers frequently applauding their clear, responsive, and accommodating interactions, albeit a few reported negative experiences.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Dan was very clear with details on the phone”
“They were patient with our questions”
“Great communication throughout the move”
5. Stick to Prices
8.86/10
Nationwide Average: 5.99/10
Seamen's Moving generally receives high praise for accuracy in their estimates, though there are a few mentions of unexpected price increases.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“no mention of price changes, so benefit of the doubt”
“did not stick to quoted price, charged more”
“did exactly what they agreed to do”
6. Speed
9.58/10
Nationwide Average: 8.58/10
Seamen's Moving generally receives high praise for their quick and efficient service, despite a few isolated incidents of moves taking longer than expected.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“started at 9am and were done by 1pm”
“These guys were fast”
“The guys were efficient”
7. Friendliness
9.83/10
Nationwide Average: 8.91/10
Seamen's Moving consistently impresses with its courteous, professional, and genuinely pleasant team, making every interaction a positive experience.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“very professional staff overall”
“professional, and respectful”
“They were smart and good natured”
8. Will Hire Again
9.42/10
Nationwide Average: 8.18/10
Seamen's Moving is highly favored by the majority for repeat service, despite a few instances of dissatisfied customers expressing a reluctance to rehire.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“recommend this company and would hire again”
“recommend this company and would hire again”
“would not hire again due to being scammed”
9. Professionalism
9.59/10
Nationwide Average: 8.31/10
Seamen's Moving overwhelmingly receives praise for its team's professionalism, efficiency, and respectful behavior, with only a few isolated reports of unprofessional conduct.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Very professional”
“very professional staff overall”
“professional”
10. Conflict Handling
4.77/10
Nationwide Average: 4.07/10
Seamen's Moving has shown a mix of responses, with instances of being very upfront and helpful about issues, and others where they did not respond or refused to offer compensation for damages.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“fixed my Harry Bertoia chair”
“have not bothered to rectify the damage”
“company did not respond to the damage complaint”
11. Precision & Care
9.4/10
Nationwide Average: 8.01/10
Seamen's Moving is overwhelmingly praised for its meticulous and careful approach, with nearly all customers reporting satisfaction with the way their belongings were treated, despite a few instances of damage.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“very delicate with my art and collectibles”
“they worked quickly and carefully”
“Handled all our belongings with care”
Customer Insights
Local Move Duration: 4 hours from 12 reviews
Great Crew Members
| Moti, Boaz | these guys worked quickly and carefully |
| Ron | Ron and his team were top notch in all ways. |
| Ron | Ron made the process very seamless and was friendly |
| Mike Romano | quick to respond to my questions |
| Ron, Michael | Ron provided all necessary info and accommodated schedule, Michael confirmed details for reassurance |
How do we review a moving company?
Imagine the challenge of sifting through and reading every single review a moving company has ever received. Could you spot the fake reviews? Could you formulate a well-rounded analyses, or would you be left relying on a gut feeling?
Our rigorous evaluation process addresses this by meticulously vetting each moving company based on 11 crucial aspects of the moving experience:
- 1. Quality
Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.
- 2. Punctuality
Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?
- 3. Affordability
1 = extremely expensive, 10 = extremely affordable
- 4. Communication
Was the office staff quick to respond to questions prior to moving day? Did the moving crew notify you on the day of move regarding any changes to the original schedule? If there were any issues to resolve after moving day, was an office manager quick to respond and address problems encountered?
- 5. Stick to Prices
Was a lowball quote provided to earn business only to see the final moving day price increase substantially?
- 6. Speed
Did the movers seem to take their precious time in an attempt to increase the overall cost of the move? Remember, moving is HARD work and some breaks should be expected!
- 7. Friendliness
Was the moving crew cordial and friendly to be around on moving day?
- 8. Will Hire Again
How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again for their next move.
- 9. Professionalism
Did the moving crew behave in a professional manner on moving day?
- 10. Conflict Handling
Accidents can and will likely happen at some point on moving day. How a moving company responds to these accidents can say a lot about the company.
- 11. Precision & Care
Were walls scratched? Did furniture get scuffed, broken, or lost?
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