Licensed Movers in Wake Forest, NC
6 household-goods carriers are registered in Wake Forest with the FMCSA, and 40 more listed carriers work within 30 miles. Each row carries the USDOT number that opens the carrier's own safety, insurance and complaint record, and every cost figure below comes from the same published model as the calculator.
Source: FMCSA Motor Carrier Census, snapshot September 24, 2026. Distances are from the center of Wake Forest to each carrier's ZIP code. No paid placement.
- Based in Wake Forest
- 6
- registered in the city itself
- Within 30 miles
- 40
- more listed carriers
- Interstate authority
- 22
- of 46 may move you out of state
- 2-bed local move
- $455 – $733
- 2 movers × 5–7 h, our model
In short
6 licensed movers are registered in Wake Forest and 40 more work within 30 miles; 22 of the 46 can move you out of state. 9 had a roadside inspection in the past 24 months. A two-bedroom local move runs $455 – $733 in our model. About 36,888 people a year move to Wake County from other states (Census).
Movers based in Wake Forest
Ordered by the power units on each carrier's own MCS-150 filing.
- 1
Zippy Shell
Legal name: Forward Moving LLC
11640 Northpark Dr Suite 300, NC 27587
- USDOT
- 2574332
- MC number
- MC935064
- Fleet
- 35 trucks · 18 drivers
- Registered since
- 2015
- 2
Showtime Movers
Legal name: Kirby Ventures LLC
7033 Daniel Rd, NC 27587
- USDOT
- 4443613
- MC number
- MC1750089
- Fleet
- 1 truck · 3 drivers
- Registered since
- 2025
- 3
FR Transfer LLC
11640 Northpark Dr Ste 300, NC 27587
- USDOT
- 2588033
- MC number
- MC907355
- Fleet
- 1 truck · 1 driver
- Registered since
- 2015
- 4
Mark's Movers
NC 27587
- USDOT
- 1927408
- MC number
- —
- Fleet
- 1 truck · 1 driver
- Registered since
- 2009
- 5
Norris Relocation LLC
508 Checkmate Cir, NC 27587
- USDOT
- 3116252
- MC number
- MC97367
- Fleet
- 1 truck · 1 driver
- Registered since
- 2018
- 6
Ab Moving Masters LLC
1730 Pasture Walk Dr 1730 Pasture Walk Dr, NC 27587
- USDOT
- 4347496
- MC number
- —
- Fleet
- 0 trucks · 8 drivers
- Registered since
- 2025
Movers within 30 miles of Wake Forest
Nearest first, from Raleigh, Knightdale, Creedmoor, Wendell and nearby.
| Miles | Logo | Company | City | USDOT | Fleet | Authority | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 mi | K&B Movers | Raleigh, NC | 3218469 | 2 trucks | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 6 mi | Gup's Moving LLC | Raleigh, NC | 3331857 | 1 truck | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 7 mi | Excel Moving & Storage Inc | Raleigh, NC | 1140462 | 32 trucks | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 7 mi | Next Stop Movers LLC | Raleigh, NC | 3619230 | 6 trucks | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 7 mi | Bird Dog Moving and Logistics | Raleigh, NC | 4514968 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 7 mi | Octopus Moving Services LLC | Raleigh, NC | 4414586 | 0 trucks | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 8 mi |  | Alma Moving Inc | Raleigh, NC | 4085770 | 3 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 8 mi | My 3 Sons Moving | Raleigh, NC | 4546988 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 8 mi | Browns Moving and Storage Co LLC | Raleigh, NC | 2897203 | 1 truck | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 8 mi | Pro Movers LLC | Raleigh, NC | 2577025 | 1 truck | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 8 mi | Solutions | Raleigh, NC | 1076687 | 1 truck | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 8 mi | Family Movers Express | Raleigh, NC | 2436284 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 10 mi |  | John's Moving & Storage LLC | Raleigh, NC | 4140668 | 7 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 10 mi | Capitol Relocation Group | Raleigh, NC | 3700773 | 5 trucks | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 10 mi | Last Second Moving LLC | Raleigh, NC | 4437967 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 10 mi | Avila Moving & Junk LLC | Raleigh, NC | 4479390 | 1 truck | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 10 mi | Colony Moving Services Inc | Raleigh, NC | 3827646 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 11 mi | Raleigh Moving Company | Raleigh, NC | 3344628 | 2 trucks | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 11 mi | Na | Raleigh, NC | 3043090 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 11 mi | Breezy Moving Company LLC | Raleigh, NC | 4436477 | 1 truck | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 11 mi | Legacy Moving Services LLC | Raleigh, NC | 4272533 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 13 mi |  | Elephant Movers LLC | Knightdale, NC | 3409269 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 13 mi | Truck Fit Movers LLC | Creedmoor, NC | 3071402 | 1 truck | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 13 mi | Wellknown Moving LLC | Raleigh, NC | 4359790 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 13 mi | Advance Moving and Storage | Raleigh, NC | 1782853 | 1 truck | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 14 mi |  | Big Moose Moving | Wendell, NC | 4503207 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 15 mi |  | All American Relocation | Raleigh, NC | 917428 | 41 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 15 mi | All My Sons Moving & Storage of Raleigh | Raleigh, NC | 906054 | 16 trucks | Interstate | Satisfactory | |
| 15 mi | Dakydes Moving & Delivery LLC | Raleigh, NC | 4454309 | 4 drivers | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 15 mi | Best Choice Moving Services LLC | Raleigh, NC | 4193616 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 15 mi | 5 Star Movin | Zebulon, NC | 2176622 | 2 trucks | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 15 mi | Electrifiedmovers | Raleigh, NC | 3252925 | 2 trucks | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 15 mi | NC Professional Movers LLC | Raleigh, NC | 3340894 | 1 truck | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 15 mi | Oak City Movers LLC | Zebulon, NC | 4450060 | 1 truck | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 15 mi | Feel Good Moving Company LLC | Raleigh, NC | 3473956 | 1 truck | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 15 mi | Be Great Moving LLC | Raleigh, NC | 4162285 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 15 mi | Red Wagon Moving | Zebulon, NC | 4466984 | 1 truck | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 15 mi | Exquisite Moving LLC | Raleigh, NC | 3473557 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 15 mi | Guzman Moving & Storage | Raleigh, NC | 4105116 | 1 truck | Within NC | Not rated | |
| 15 mi | Just Movers Inc | Raleigh, NC | 3865892 | 1 truck | Within NC | Not rated |
Roadside inspections: movers near Wake Forest
9 of the 46 movers listed here had at least one roadside inspection in the 24 months to September 13, 2026, 45 inspections in all. Inspectors put the vehicle out of service in 10 of 28 vehicle inspections (35.7%), above the 19.0% for listed movers nationally. Drivers were put out of service in 12 of 45 driver inspections (26.7%, against 13.0%). With fewer than 30 vehicle inspections, a single out-of-service order moves that rate by several points, so treat it as a small sample. None has an acute or critical violation from an FMCSA investigation in the past 12 months.
| Carrier | Inspections | Vehicle out of service | Driver out of service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alma Moving IncRaleigh, NC · USDOT 4085770 | 14 | 2 of 10 | 5 of 14 |
| Best Choice Moving Services LLCRaleigh, NC · USDOT 4193616 | 10 | 2 of 3 | 2 of 10 |
| Elephant Movers LLCKnightdale, NC · USDOT 3409269 | 7 | 1 of 4 | 1 of 7 |
| Zippy ShellWake Forest, NC · USDOT 2574332 | 4 | 1 of 3 | 1 of 4 |
| All American RelocationRaleigh, NC · USDOT 917428 | 4 | 1 of 3 | 1 of 4 |
| Next Stop Movers LLCRaleigh, NC · USDOT 3619230 | 2 | 0 of 2 | 0 of 2 |
FMCSA Safety Measurement System carrier summary, 24-month window. How the comparison is calculated.
What movers cost in Wake Forest
Under about 100 miles you pay for a crew's time; beyond it, for weight and distance. Figures from the published model, not quotes.
Local moves in Wake Forest: billed by the hour
A two-bedroom move in Wake Forest: 2 movers × 5–7 hours × $38–$47 an hour, plus $75 travel, is $455 – $733.
| Home | Crew | Hours | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2 | 2–3 | $227 – $357 |
| 1 bedroom | 2 | 3–5 | $303 – $545 |
| 2 bedrooms | 2 | 5–7 | $455 – $733 |
| 3 bedrooms | 3 | 6–9 | $759 – $1,344 |
| 4 bedrooms | 4 | 8–10 | $1,291 – $1,955 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 4 | 10–12 | $1,595 – $2,331 |
Hourly rates are scaled to North Carolina: hand movers there earn a median $18.38 an hour against $19.35 nationally (BLS, May 2025), so the model's national $40–$50 band becomes $38–$47 per mover per hour.
Long distance from Wake Forest: priced by weight and miles
Full-service, transport only. From Wake Forest, Washington, DC is the nearest priced metro (≈ 254 mi) and Los Angeles, CA the farthest (≈ 2,608 mi); ≈ marks estimated miles.
| To | Miles | 2 bedrooms | 3 bedrooms |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York City, NY | ≈ 477 | $2,147 – $2,862 | $2,468 – $3,291 |
| Los Angeles, CA | ≈ 2,608 | $11,736 – $15,648 | $13,496 – $17,995 |
| Chicago, IL | ≈ 743 | $3,344 – $4,458 | $3,845 – $5,127 |
| Dallas, TX | ≈ 1,241 | $5,585 – $7,446 | $6,422 – $8,563 |
| Houston, TX | ≈ 1,243 | $5,594 – $7,458 | $6,433 – $8,577 |
| Washington, DC | ≈ 254 | $1,143 – $1,524 | $1,314 – $1,753 |
| Miami, FL | ≈ 829 | $3,731 – $4,974 | $4,290 – $5,720 |
| Philadelphia, PA | ≈ 385 | $1,733 – $2,310 | $1,992 – $2,656 |
Long-distance movers in Wake Forest
A move across a state line needs a carrier with interstate operating authority. 3 carriers registered in Wake Forest hold it and 19 more within 30 miles do. The largest are below; the cost table above prices the long-distance lanes out of Wake Forest.
| # | Logo | Company | USDOT | Fleet | Authority | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | Zippy Shell | 2574332 | 35 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 2 | | Showtime Movers | 4443613 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| 3 | FR Transfer LLC | 2588033 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated |
| Miles | Logo | Company | City | USDOT | Fleet | Authority | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 mi | Next Stop Movers LLC | Raleigh, NC | 3619230 | 6 trucks | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 7 mi | Bird Dog Moving and Logistics | Raleigh, NC | 4514968 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 7 mi | Octopus Moving Services LLC | Raleigh, NC | 4414586 | 0 trucks | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 8 mi | | Alma Moving Inc | Raleigh, NC | 4085770 | 3 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 8 mi | My 3 Sons Moving | Raleigh, NC | 4546988 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 8 mi | Family Movers Express | Raleigh, NC | 2436284 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 10 mi | | John's Moving & Storage LLC | Raleigh, NC | 4140668 | 7 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
| 10 mi | Last Second Moving LLC | Raleigh, NC | 4437967 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 10 mi | Colony Moving Services Inc | Raleigh, NC | 3827646 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 11 mi | Na | Raleigh, NC | 3043090 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 11 mi | Legacy Moving Services LLC | Raleigh, NC | 4272533 | 1 truck | Interstate | Not rated | |
| 13 mi | | Elephant Movers LLC | Knightdale, NC | 3409269 | 2 trucks | Interstate | Not rated |
Once the truck crosses the state line, federal rules apply: a written estimate after a survey, no more than 110% of a non-binding estimate collected at delivery, a choice of valuation, and a delivery window on the bill of lading. Binding vs non-binding estimates, valuation and who regulates movers cover each rule. Every long-distance mover in North Carolina is ranked on the state page.
Who moves to and from Wake County
Wake Forest sits in Wake County, NC, home to about 1,079,442 people aged one and over. In the Census Bureau's 2016–2020 American Community Survey, about 36,888 (±2,913) people a year moved into the county from another state, about 8,878 (±1,524) from abroad and about 35,627 (±2,332) from elsewhere in North Carolina. Going the other way, the county-to-county estimates add up to roughly 24,017 a year leaving for another state.
| To | People a year | From Wake Forest | 2-bedroom move |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham County, NCDurham moving costs | 4,673 ±905 | ≈ 25 mi to Durham | $455 – $733 |
| Johnston County, NCClayton moving costs | 4,404 ±1,159 | ≈ 25 mi to Clayton | $455 – $733 |
| Orange County, NCChapel Hill moving costs | 1,930 ±364 | ≈ 35 mi to Chapel Hill | $455 – $733 |
| Mecklenburg County, NCCharlotte moving costs | 1,862 ±413 | ≈ 164 mi to Charlotte | $738 – $984 |
| Pitt County, NCGreenville moving costs | 1,860 ±427 | ≈ 80 mi to Greenville | $455 – $733 |
The largest groups of newcomers come from Durham County, NC (about 6,396), Johnston County, NC (about 3,607) and Mecklenburg County, NC (about 2,399). Across state lines, the largest flows out go to Florida (about 2,442), Virginia (about 2,169) and Georgia (about 2,092); the largest flows in come from New York (about 3,570), Florida (about 3,445) and Virginia (about 3,422).
US Census Bureau, ACS 2016–2020 county-to-county migration flows; people a year with a 90% margin of error. Miles are estimated from city coordinates; move prices are full-service, transport only, from the published model.
Before you book a Wake Forest mover
Open the carrier's USDOT number on the federal record and check the name matches the company quoting you, get the estimate in writing after a survey, and pay little or nothing up front. The red flags and broker vs carrier explain why each check matters.
More in North Carolina
412 listed household-goods carriers are based in North Carolina; the state page ranks the largest, and the long-distance page keeps only those with interstate authority.
Movers in Wake Forest: questions people ask
How many licensed movers are there in Wake Forest, NC?
6 household-goods carriers are registered in Wake Forest itself on the FMCSA register, and 40 more listed carriers work within 30 miles (Raleigh, Knightdale, Creedmoor, Wendell and nearby). All 46 hold an active registration with household goods declared and a fleet or drivers on file.
How much do movers cost in Wake Forest?
Local moves are billed by the hour: $38–$47 per mover per hour plus about $75 travel in our model, which puts a two-bedroom home (2 movers, 5–7 hours) at $455 – $733 and a three-bedroom home at $759 – $1,344. A long-distance move from Wake Forest to Washington, DC (about 254 miles) is $1,143 – $1,524 for a two-bedroom home, transport only.
Who is the largest mover near Wake Forest?
By reported fleet, All American Relocation in Raleigh, NC, with 41 trucks on its filing (USDOT 917428). Fleet is self-reported and means capacity, not quality; read the record behind the number before you book.
How many long-distance movers are there in Wake Forest, NC?
3 carriers registered in Wake Forest hold interstate operating authority, and 19 more within 30 miles do. That authority is what a move across a state line requires; the long-distance section of this page lists them.
Do Wake Forest movers need a USDOT number for a local move?
A move that stays inside North Carolina is regulated by the state, and the carrier needs whatever North Carolina requires plus a USDOT number if it runs commercial trucks. 22 of the 46 carriers here also hold interstate authority, which is what a move across a state line requires.
Have movers near Wake Forest passed roadside inspections?
In the 24 months of FMCSA data, 9 of the 46 movers listed here were inspected, 45 inspections in all. Vehicles were put out of service in 10 of 28 vehicle inspections (35.7%), against 19.0% for listed movers nationally. The table on this page names the most-inspected carriers.
How many people move to Wake County each year?
The Census Bureau's 2016–2020 survey puts it at about 36,888 (±2,913) a year from other states, about 8,878 (±1,524) from abroad and about 35,627 (±2,332) from elsewhere in North Carolina. The largest single flow out goes to Durham County (about 4,673 a year).
Sources. FMCSA Motor Carrier Census (snapshot September 24, 2026) and Safety Measurement System; Census ACS migration flows; costs from the published model. Nobody pays for placement.