Find registered moving companies across Ohio: city directories, movers outside the major metro areas, and how moving companies are licensed in the state. Our directory lists 250 moving companies in Ohio registered with FMCSA to carry household goods.
Registered movers in Ohio by city
| City area | Registered movers | Interstate authority | In-state only | Median time registered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | 57 | 33 | 23 | 5 yrs |
| Cincinnati | 50 | 37 | 12 | 8 yrs |
| Cleveland | 50 | 29 | 20 | 6 yrs |
| Dayton | 26 | 18 | 8 | 14 yrs |
| Akron | 25 | 19 | 5 | 8 yrs |
Largest registered fleets in Ohio
| Company | Based in | Trucks | On register | Interstate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Planes Moving & Storage INC | West Chester | 72 | 42 yrs | Yes |
| Two Men And A Truck | Columbus | 43 | 23 yrs | Not active |
| Leaders Moving And Storage | Worthington | 40 | 22 yrs | Yes |
| Maumee Valley Movers INC | Toledo | 36 | 20 yrs | Yes |
| Brendamour Moving & Storage INC | Cincinnati | 33 | 30 yrs | Yes |
| Planes Moving & Storage Company Of Columbus | Columbus | 31 | 20 yrs | Yes |
| Weil Thoman Moving & Storage Co | Cincinnati | 31 | 52 yrs | Yes |
| College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving | Chagrin Falls | 30 | 9 yrs | Yes |
| Piqua Transfer & Storage Company | Piqua | 30 | 52 yrs | Yes |
| Andrews Moving & Storage Company | Streetsboro | 27 | 52 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 Ohio
Rules for moves that stay within Ohio 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 Ohio license or registration number and check it with the issuing agency, or ask the Ohio 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 Ohio need a license?
Rules for moves that stay within Ohio 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 Ohio license or registration number and check it with the issuing agency, or ask the Ohio 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 Ohio?
Local moves are usually charged by the hour and long moves by weight and distance. See our moving cost guide for rough ranges.