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John Palmer Moving & Storage

Moving Companies, Storage, Piano Movers

About us

John Palmer Moving & Storage started out in 1928 as a family owned and operated business, which remains to be the case today. We specialize in local, long distance and international moving. We also have two containerized storage facilities located in Acton, MA and Concord, MA. We have had an Atlas affiliation with our interstate moving for the past 26 years.

Business highlights

96 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Moving. Packing. Storage Facility.

Services we don't offer

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Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.739 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
82%
4
8%
3
5%
2
5%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.4
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.9
Showing 1-25 of 39 reviews

Monika K.
07/2017
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
Jim, who came to give us a quote, was both punctual and professional. The estimated total number of required hours to complete the entire job was on the high side. The moving team (Tyler and Alex plus one) arrived both days on time ready to go. Throughout the move, they were courteous, professional and extremely efficient. Because of this, the total time taken ended up being less than the original estimate. We are very pleased with the overall experience and would definitely hire them again.
Description of Work: We just completed a two part (apartment and storage to house) within town move with this company.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Jian Z.
07/2017
4.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
I was waiting there for a half an hour and they did not show up, they did not give me any reason. They were a half an hour late, and they did not explain. They said that was normal, that is it. When they count the time they count with the starting time where I reserved it in. The guys are nice and they moved the stuff. After that I could not find some screws in a bag they moved. I think as a professional they should be able to fix the screws. Now a few pieces of my furniture can not be put back because something is missing. I do not think they took it away it is just in a place where it shouldn't be. I could not find them.
Description of Work: Moving furniture from one location to another.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Jian Z.
07/2017
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
It was okay. It was just fine. I used them 2 times. The first time I was quite satisfied. The second time it was okay. They just moved things around the house. They were on time, and they worked very time efficient.
Description of Work: Interior moving.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Linda M.
04/2017
2.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
It wasn’t as good as I would have liked. They came, but didn’t take half of our stuff. I’m not quite sure why. My husband was there when they were moving us and so forth. So, I had to hire someone else to finish the job. The price was comparable with other people.
Description of Work: They moved us.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

$3,000

Tanya B.
12/2016
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
They showed up fast and moved the dressers in with zero issues.
Description of Work: I had a small emergency where a delivery of furniture into my front yard was way too big for me and my husband to bring into the house and we needed help.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Thomas T.
11/2016
5.0
moving companies, storage units
  + 0 more
Excellent service, communication, and execution. Great team with high standards. Total pros. I would use them again in a heartbeat. Thanks John Palmer!
Description of Work: John Palmer Moving moved me from Boston to Florida.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,000

G F.
10/2015
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
The 3-person crew was professional throughout, arriving on time and handling all of our belongs with care.
Description of Work: We hired JPM to move the contents of our living room, dining room, and library into our family room (and back) in order to get our hardwood floors refinished. The move included an upright piano.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$560

Jill M.
01/2014
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
He was professional. His price was reasonable given the number of stops and the number of boxes he had to move. Everything was very coordinated. He was recommended to us by a friend.
Description of Work: He did a complicated move for us. He moved some of my mother's things from an independent living community. We had a partial long distance move to Seattle with some of my mother's things and he also helped us move some things locally to Newton.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Katrine G.
11/2013
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
First Jim came over to our apartment and storage unit to see exactly what would be moved. He then sent us a quote. On the day of the move, a crew of 4 showed up on time. In addition to the truck we were expecting they brought a smaller truck along just in case they needed more room. They worked hard and did not take a break until the trucks were fully loaded. They then drove from Waltham to Holliston and unloaded both trucks. They were very nice and made sure every box and piece of furniture was delivered to the right room in our new house. They did not break anything or cause any damage in the house. They worked for 8.5 hours. They worked for longer then what the estimate had banked for as we asked them to move more boxes then originally planned. The final price was within 5% of the estimate. We would use them again any day.
Description of Work: -provided an estimate -moved boxes and furniture from a storage unit and an apartment in Waltham and delivered it to a house in Holliston

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,250

Dennis L.
09/2013
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
Palmer moved the contents of my 2-bedroom 2nd floor apartment to a 2-bedroom house across town. I had boxed everything myself. The initial estimate was high (~$900) but the move took two hours less than their estimate and the final cost was $667 (including tips for the two movers).
Description of Work: Moved contents of a 2-bedroom apartment to a 2-bedroom house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

James S.
08/2013
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
They were not the lowest estimate but they made me very comfortable that they could handle our move and my stress. They sure did!
Description of Work: We had two different crews from John Palmer Moving, due to a delay at closing, and both were outstanding. They were all courteous and respectful, to a man. Price was very reasonable and they took great care of our belongings over night a few nights.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Bonnie L.
04/2013
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
They were right on time, worked efficiently even though they were being paid by the hour, and were extremely helpful to me. Nice people, I'd definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Had to pick up new couch 35 minutes away, remove old couch and bring to landfill, bring new couch into my living room.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$235

Cherry M.
01/2013
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
"On time and on budget"--our boxes were clearly marked and everything wound up in the right place.
Description of Work: We moved from a town house (three levels, very steep stairs, no elevator) in Lexington to a condo in Waltham (also three levels). Palmer's staff were incredibly efficient, good humored and resourceful. The move also required us to make a start in Carlisle to pick up some items that had been stored there. I couldn't have been more pleased with the quality and speed of the work. Note: this is our third move in 36 years and we've used Palmer for each. I wouldn't consider another company!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800

Bill A.
10/2012
4.0
moving companies, storage units
  + 0 more
The overall move was extremely efficient. They were prompt, even early, on the morning of delivery and wasted very little time in moving all of our belongings into the house and setting up furniture. Mostly there were minor annoyances, when furniture was not set up entirely correctly (frame of the king bed was not bolted back together. The stairs from the kids' bunk beds were not attached). A number of instances where pictures arrived damaged or completely broken and some items in boxes which were damaged. Despite the items noted, the process was efficient and timely. The moving team was careful in moving items in, and checking it there were any questions regarding where something should be put.
Description of Work: Moving and storage from our old home to a new home and storing our belongings for 2 months prior to the final move to our new home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,400

Mike E.
10/2012
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
5 men arrived . Disassembled desks or other items as needed. Moved our furniture and items from 3rd to 1st floor using elevator. Helped us reset up the furniture. Left.
Description of Work: Move our office furniture and items from 3rd floor to new space on the first floor of our buildng. Excellent work. Have used J Palmer in the past and will continue to do so in the future.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000

DEBORAH B.
07/2012
5.0
moving companies, storage units
  + 0 more
Very responsive early on, actually visited my parents' home to give an accurate estimate. Day of move went very smoothly and actual cost was less than estimate. I would definitely recommend them!
Description of Work: Moved my parents' 2BR home to storage.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Robert D.
07/2012
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
They were great and did really good work. They were very personably guys with great customer relations. They worked very hard and did not break anything.
Description of Work: They moved some furniture from an apartment to a storage barn.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

BAYARD P.
06/2012
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
Great! The guys were careful and tireless.
Description of Work: We moved.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,600

Elizabeth A.
09/2011
2.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
A gentleman from the company came out and surveyed our home, however we never recieved an estimate and had no response to phone calls. We went with another company.
Description of Work: We were looking for quotes on our upcoming move.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Brian D.
06/2011
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
John Palmer moving was very responsive from the start. The estimate process was very smooth, and my wife felt very comfortable asking questions, and was given good tips on packing and moving. On the day of the job, the 4 man team arrived on time. They dealt with some unexpected, as well as expected, wrinkles with no problem, and finished the first day ahead of schedule. They took good care of our former home. On the move in, they again took good care of our home. Our packed items came through the move without issue, and everything went where it was supposed to. The final price was well below what the estimate was. If we ever move again (and darnit, I hope we do not), we'd use them again without looking for another quote.
Description of Work: Moving from one home, storing overnight, moving into another home

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,700

ELLEN W.
03/2008
3.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
We agreed on the price, after they charged me they decided it wasn't enough and charged an additional $600. I thought the move was not handled very professionally. The crew fought amongst themselves throughout the process. I paid for a lot of packing as I assumed they would pack it better than I would. That was not the case. They moved many books that were carelessly handled and incurred damage to spines and pages. I complained after the fact, and contested the extra charges. They said it was a billing error to begin with and that the second amount was in fact the amount I owed. The initial quote sounded good but when compared to the service I got they were not very good at all.
Description of Work: They moved me out of state.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,200

NANCY S.
10/2006
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
Excellent. Two movers came within 3 days of my call. They went above and beyond what I asked for, yet gave me the flat rate I was originally quoted, even after I pointed out the extra work. They were courteous, professional and put everything back as needed. They did everything with one hour, which was far less time than I had imagined.
Description of Work: Moving several cartons from many areas of the house, including a cramped attic, into the garage. Also moved bookshelf, doors and file cabinet within the house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

LINDA R.
09/2006
5.0
moving companies, storage units
  + 0 more
Arrived on the minute. The workers were excellent and exceptionally helpful. They were able to adjust to somewhat difficult circumstances because new unit was in building where construction was not completed. Because of tight time constraints, extra personnel were sent to ensure that job was completed within the required time frame. The cost seemed low to me.
Description of Work: They packed up the contents of my home. They stored the things on the truck for two days and then moved furniture and boxes into new unit.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,600

KATHIE H.
07/2001
5.0
moving companies
  + -1 more
VERY COURTEOUS, PROFESSIONAL, ALL ON TIME.
Description of Work: MOVED ENTIRE HOUSE, STORED IT AND PACKED IT

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

THOMAS H.
07/2001
5.0
storage units
  + -1 more
VERY COURTEOUS, PROFESSIONAL, ALL ON TIME.
Description of Work: MOVED ENTIRE HOUSE, STORED IT AND PACKED IT

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
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Contact information

7 Craig Rd, Acton, MA 01720

http://www.johnpalmermoving.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Moving Companies,
Storage,
Piano Movers

FAQ

John Palmer Moving & Storage is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

John Palmer Moving & Storage accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, John Palmer Moving & Storage offers free project estimates.
No, John Palmer Moving & Storage does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, John Palmer Moving & Storage does not offer a senior discount.
No, John Palmer Moving & Storage does not offer emergency services.
No, John Palmer Moving & Storage does not offer warranties.
John Palmer Moving & Storage offers the following services: Moving. Packing. Storage Facility.
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Contact information

7 Craig Rd, Acton, MA 01720

http://www.johnpalmermoving.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed