Find registered moving companies across Michigan: city directories, movers outside the major metro areas, and how moving companies are licensed in the state. Our directory lists 177 moving companies in Michigan registered with FMCSA to carry household goods.
Registered movers in Michigan by city
| City area | Registered movers | Interstate authority | In-state only | Median time registered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | 100 | 49 | 46 | 12 yrs |
| Grand Rapids | 20 | 13 | 6 | 7 yrs |
Largest registered fleets in Michigan
| Company | Based in | Trucks | On register | Interstate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corrigan Moving & Storage Company | Dearborn | 245 | 52 yrs | Yes |
| Powell Relocation Group | Grand Rapids | 57 | 41 yrs | Yes |
| Imlach Movers INC | Trenton | 45 | 20 yrs | In-state |
| Morse Moving & Storage INC | Romulus | 43 | 40 yrs | In-state |
| Rose Moving & Storage | Canton | 42 | 30 yrs | In-state |
| Eqs Logistics Eqs Warehousing & Storage | Livonia | 36 | 16 yrs | Yes |
| White Star Movers INC | Sterling Heights | 32 | 30 yrs | Yes |
| Palmer Moving Services | Warren | 25 | 33 yrs | In-state |
| University Moving & Storage Company | Farmingtn Hls | 20 | 35 yrs | Yes |
| College Hunks Hauling Junk And Moving | Ira | 19 | 6 yrs | Yes |
Source: FMCSA Company Census File, data as of 2026-11-15. Fleet size is not a measure of quality. A listing is not an endorsement.
Moving regulations in Michigan
Rules for moves that stay within Michigan vary. Some states license or register household-goods movers through their transportation department or public utilities commission, while others don't. Ask the mover for any Michigan license or registration number and check it with the issuing agency, or ask the Michigan attorney general's consumer protection office. For moves to or from another state, the mover must be registered with FMCSA and hold interstate household-goods authority.
For moves to or from another state, the mover must be registered with FMCSA and hold interstate household-goods authority. How to check a moving company.
Moving services
- Local Movers
- Long Distance Movers
- Interstate Movers
- Apartment Movers
- Office & Commercial Movers
- Packing Services
- Storage and Moving
- Last-Minute & Same-Day Movers
Frequently asked questions
Do movers in Michigan need a license?
Rules for moves that stay within Michigan vary. Some states license or register household-goods movers through their transportation department or public utilities commission, while others don't. Ask the mover for any Michigan license or registration number and check it with the issuing agency, or ask the Michigan attorney general's consumer protection office. For moves to or from another state, the mover must be registered with FMCSA and hold interstate household-goods authority.
How much does it cost to move within Michigan?
Local moves are usually charged by the hour and long moves by weight and distance. See our moving cost guide for rough ranges.