Lucas BrennanMoving is rarely anyone’s favorite pastime. Corporate relocations and single-sofa hauls both present logistical challenges.
Indianapolis is a booming hub, and finding the right help is crucial for your sanity. I researched the options to find services that prioritize reliability, transparency, and care.
This list breaks down the top moving companies in the city to help you settle in (or out) of Indy efficiently.
How much does Relocation cost in Indianapolis?
Budgeting for a move is tricky because every household is different. Shifting a standard three-bedroom home from Carmel to downtown Indy typically costs roughly $1,000 to $3,000.
However, heading out of state or coming in from the coast increases that price tag significantly. A cross-country haul often runs from $2,000 to over $10,000.
The final cost depends on your inventory volume and whether you require packing assistance. Summer moves and weekends usually come with a premium, so plan your dates wisely to save cash.
1. Planes Moving & Storage of Indianapolis
Website: https://teamplanes.com/locations/indianapolis/
Address: 2635 Planes Dr
Contact: +1 317-895-1444
Schedule:
- Mon – Fri: 7:30 AM – 6 PM
- Sat: 7:30 AM – 12 PM
Planes Moving & Storage transports items that other movers often decline. They provide specific specialty services for grand pianos, motorcycles, and even for pets.
As a partner of United Van Lines, they also utilize a massive network for long-distance hauls.
I spoke to a friend who used them for a complex move involving a baby grand piano. She noted that the crew used specialized gear that secured the instrument completely, which gives you a sense of peace of mind, especially for fragile items.
They also offer a unique portable storage option where they handle the driving. This service allows you to pack at your own pace while professionals handle the transport.
However, their availability can be quite traditional. They’re closed on Sundays and major holidays, which may complicate schedules for those with strict Monday-to-Friday jobs.
I highly recommend Planes for your move!
Every aspect of helping us with our move was very professional. Communication from the movers and the move coordinator was timely and complete. The moving team led by Travis was great. Our stuff had to be in storage for two months while we awaited completion of our new home. The entire process was seamless and pain free. I highly recommend Planes for your move!
– JEFFREY Beardmore, Google Review
Great service with great people!
My move with Planes moving and storage was very smooth and I would definitely recommend them to anyone making a long distance move. My items were packed and delivered with care. Moving crews were professional, efficient, and a joy to work with. My moving coordinator was very organized and consistently checked in with updates regarding the status of my belongings and to ensure I was having a positive overall experience. Great service with great people!
– Kathryn Gimeno, Google Review
2. Coleman Worldwide Moving
Website: https://www.colemanallied.com/areas-served/indianapolis-in/
Address: 5425 W 74th St #100
Contact: +1 877-693-7060
Schedule:
- Mon – Fri: 9 AM – 5 PM
- Sat: 9 AM – 12 PM
Coleman Worldwide Moving has operated since 1914. They hold over a century of experience and the backing of Allied Van Lines, making them quite an institution here in Indy.
This heritage appears in their ability to handle high-stakes items. This is because are ProMover certified and transport sensitive lab equipment and IT servers, meaning they handle home electronics with equal precision.
I appreciate that they provide written estimates based on in-home visits, which prevents billing surprises. Another plus is that you can also track your shipment online.
I think the one downside is their digital quote process. Obtaining a free online quote requires consenting to automated marketing calls and texts, which may frustrate those who prefer a quiet phone line.
The best moving experience I’ve had.
Cesar and his team took great care in moving everything efficiently and carefully. He let me know when he noticed previous damages or small irregularities with my furniture or on walls or flooring before they moved anything. This showed me he had an attention to detail. They were clean and polite, and packed up small items the packers forgot or didn’t notice. Lastly, they packed a few larger items I decided to keep and still took great care. The best moving experience I’ve had.
– Bryan Shively, Google Review
We are fully satisfied with the courtesy and professionalism
We relied on Coleman Worldwide Moving to install a new Queen size bed (foundation and mattress), remove and haul away the existing bed and exchange a mattress in another room with a new mattress. After an initial glitch, Coleman quickly resolved the issue and completed the whole process within the promised time window. We were never inconvenienced, and fully satisfied with the courtesy and professionalism of Coleman staff.
– Geoff Keyes, Google Review
3. My Movers Inc
Website: https://mymoversinc.com/
Address: 8070 Castleton Rd
Contact: +1 317-578-8200
Schedule:
- Mon – Fri: 9 AM – 5 PM
- Sat: 9 AM – 2 PM
My Movers Inc is a veteran-founded business run by a father and his two sons, operating independently since the 70s. I really like how their family-run structure offers a direct connection often missing from big van lines.
However, it’s their preparedness that distinguishes them.
Crews arrive with toolboxes to dismantle and reassemble furniture, ensuring you aren’t left assembling a bed frame at midnight.
I chatted with a local business owner who hired them for an office relocation, and he was impressed that they used specific dollies for filing cabinets to protect his floors.
They maintain offices in Indy and Mishawaka, covering the “Michiana” region. But that said, a limitation to consider is their physical footprint.
With branches only in Castleton and Mishawaka, face-to-face planning may be restricted only to those specific areas.
They were on time and took care with our items.
We recently moved and had a great experience with My Movers Inc. We booked with ease on relatively short notice. Desmond, Norman, and Louis were extremely kind, efficient, and professional. They were on time and took care with our items. Thank you to My Movers and this incredible crew!
– Holly Meyer, Google Review
Highly recommend to anyone looking for movers!
I’ve used My Movers twice over the last year and they were great! Arrived on time, were very efficient, nothing was broken, and they were all very friendly and easy to work with. My second move was between two states and the process was extremely easy to set up with them. Highly recommend to anyone looking for movers!
– Erin Mickey, Google Review
4. Ballew Moving LLC
Website: https://www.ballewmoving.com/
Address: 923 N Meridian St
Contact: +1 513-295-9831
Schedule: Mon – Sat: 9 AM – 5 PM
Ballew Moving operates with a “Carpe Diem” mentality, aiming to remove the stress of heavy lifting. They have been around since 1995 and offer a versatile mix of services.
If you need strong backs to load a rental truck or rearrange furniture in your living room, their labor-only option suits the job well. They also handle everything from apartments to large commercial offices.
Their experience with interstate moves is also a significant asset if you are leaving Indiana. However, they are quite specific about their service area.
They focus more specifically on the Greater Indianapolis area, so residents on the far outskirts or rural fringes should confirm if they can accommodate the start location.
This company is definitely trustworthy and extremely fairly priced!
Ballew did an amazing job helping our family move. They showed up on time and got to work right away. What I genuinely appreciated about this company is how kind and respectful everyone was. They were willing to help and go the extra mile with whatever we needed. They were careful and gentle with the items that they moved which kept us from having to worry about things breaking. This company is definitely trustworthy and extremely fairly priced! I would highly recommend them to anyone!
– Meagan Schlegel, Google Review
Ballew Moving was wonderful to work with!
Ballew Moving was wonderful to work with! The owner, Nilijah, and his entire crew were friendly, hardworking, and handled all of our items with care. We will absolutely use them again when needed and refer them to anyone needing moving services.
– Katie Evans, Google Review
5. You Move Me Indianapolis
Website: https://indianapolis.youmoveme.com/
Address: 5659 W 73rd St
Contact: +1 317-951-9566
Schedule: Mon – Sun: 8 AM – 10 PM
You Move Me acts as a partner in your move rather than just a labor force. Their “No-Surprise Pricing” ensures the estimate you receive is accurate without hidden fees.
They also emphasize punctuality with an on-time guarantee, which is critical when working on a tight schedule.
Notably, their crews arrive in clean, uniformed trucks, and they cultivate a welcoming atmosphere in how they treat clients.
They also offer 24/7 online service support, which is a great plus for complicated schedules and long hauls.
One thing to note is that You Move Me positions itself as a premium service (they often bring coffee to the move and emphasize a “stress-free” experience).
If you are just looking for the absolute lowest “two guys and a truck” price, you may find their rates higher due to the overhead of the franchise fees and the extra hospitality touches.
They were polite, and professional from start to finish.
You Move Me did a great job with my move. Adrian and Michael arrived right on time, were diligent and careful with all of my things, and still finished faster than the estimated time. They were polite, and professional from start to finish. Paige was also very helpful over the phone in planning the move and offering advice. I’d happily use them again.
– Bryce Neal, Google Review
Overall, they were great and I highly recommend them!
You Move Me did an awesome job with my move! Michael and his crew were on time and went right to work. I really appreciated that they took the time to take my son’s difficult loft bed apart and put it back together at our new house. They did all of the things that I would have dreaded doing on my own! Overall, they were great and I highly recommend them!
– Erin Ream, Google Review
