Best Moving Companies in Ridgewood, NJ (2026): Our Top Picks

Who wrote this: the team at University Van Lines, a New Jersey moving company that has been moving families since 1975. We are one of the companies on this list, and we say so wherever we appear. The other four are smaller, well-reviewed companies based in or near town.

Ridgewood homes tend to be larger single-family houses on tree-lined streets, many with antiques, art, pianos and finished basements, plus a busy downtown where parking and timing matter.

Key takeaways

Our pick: University Van Lines, for larger homes with art, antiques or pianos, and moves that need packing or storage. We're a mover, so read how we judged it below.
Why we picked smaller companies: local crews tend to know the streets, parking and older homes in town.
Based in town: ProMoves Moving & Storage (Ridgewood).
Before you hire anyone: get 2 to 3 quotes based on the same inventory, and check the NJ license and US DOT number.

Read our checklist for choosing a New Jersey mover →

How we picked

Our method, in plain words.

We started with every mover Google shows for Ridgewood searches and kept companies that:

are smaller, locally based companies rather than big regional operations,
have a Google rating of 4.4 or higher,
list a real business location in New Jersey,
and are based within a short drive of Ridgewood.

For each one we looked at Google rating, number of reviews and where they're based. We have not hired these companies ourselves, so we don't claim to know their prices or crews. Always check reviews and licenses yourself before you book.

Why we put ourselves first: it's our website, and we're upfront about that. We ranked ourselves first only for the kind of move we're best at. If yours is different, one of the others may suit you better, and that's fine.

What a mover does

What you're actually hiring.

Local move: crew and truck, usually charged by the hour. Packing: the crew boxes everything (or just the kitchen and fragile items) the day before. Specialty items: pianos, art, antiques and safes need extra people, padding or crates. Storage: the mover keeps your things in its warehouse between homes. Long distance: priced by weight or volume, and the company needs a US DOT number.

Side by side

Comparison table.

Company	Google rating	Reviews	Based in
University Van Lines	4.9★	39	Rahway, NJ
ProMoves Moving & Storage	5.0★	12	Ridgewood, NJ
Chase Transport Inc	4.8★	50	Westwood, NJ
Peter Ferraro & Sons	4.5★	51	Fair Lawn, NJ
Home Moving Solutions	4.8★	163	Paramus, NJ

Ratings and review counts as shown on Google on November 4, 2026. Swipe the table sideways on a phone.

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The list

The best moving companies in Ridgewood, NJ for 2026.

1. University Van Lines, best for high-value homes, packing and storage

4.9★ on Google (39 reviews) · In business since 1975 · Based in Rahway, NJ · NJ License 39PC00505000 · US DOT 4570225

Full disclosure: this is our company and our website. We are based in Rahway, about 30 miles south, so we are not the closest crew to Ridgewood. We put ourselves first for one kind of move: larger homes with high-value, fragile or heavy items, where you want the same company to pack, move and, if needed, store your things in its own warehouse. We have done VIP and estate-scale moves for decades, we offer in-person estimates, and we do not ask for a deposit.

What we do: local and long-distance moves, full and partial packing, piano moves, art and antique handling, white-glove service, short- and long-term storage in our own Rahway warehouse, office moves and international relocations.

Honest weak spot: we have fewer Google reviews than most companies below. Weigh that however you think is fair.

Best for: larger homes, valuable or delicate items, and moves where the dates don't line up and you need storage in between.

University Van Lines truck and crew at a New Jersey home move

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2. ProMoves Moving & Storage

5.0★ on Google (12 reviews) · Ridgewood, NJ

3. Chase Transport Inc

4.8★ on Google (50 reviews) · Westwood, NJ

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4. Peter Ferraro & Sons

4.5★ on Google (51 reviews) · Fair Lawn, NJ

5. Home Moving Solutions

4.8★ on Google (163 reviews) · Paramus, NJ

Which one fits you

Which moving company is best for your move?

Big house, valuable things

Art, antiques, a piano, a wine collection. Pick a company that will pack and crate them and plan the handling at an in-person estimate. That is the move we're built for.

Closing dates don't line up

Choose a mover with its own storage, so one company picks up, holds and delivers. No second truck, no second bill.

Small apartment, tight budget

A smaller local crew is often the best value. Get two quotes based on the same list of items.

Moving a parent

Look for patience and packing help. Ask whether they'll help sort what goes and what stays.

Moving out of state or overseas

Check the US DOT number and ask who actually drives the truck: their own crew or a partner.

Short notice

Call, don't email. Weekdays mid-month are easiest to get.

FAQ

Questions people ask before hiring a mover in Ridgewood.

How far ahead should I book movers in Ridgewood?

For a full house, 4 to 8 weeks is comfortable. Late spring through August and the end of any month fill up first, so book earlier if your date falls then.

Do Ridgewood movers need a permit to park downtown?

For moves on or near the downtown business blocks, check with the Village of Ridgewood about temporary parking before moving day. A good mover will ask about parking during the estimate.

How many moving quotes should I get?

Two or three is plenty. Make sure each one is based on the same inventory, ideally from an in-person or video walk-through, so you are comparing like with like.

How do I check that a New Jersey mover is licensed?

In-state movers need a New Jersey public mover license, and interstate movers need a US DOT number you can look up on the FMCSA website. Ask for both and check them.

What should I ask about pianos, art and antiques?

Ask who handles them, how they are padded or crated, and what valuation coverage applies. Mention these items at the estimate so the crew plans for them.

More about our work in town: Ridgewood movers, Bergen County movers, piano moving, packing and storage between closings.