Movers in Fraser MI
Fraser is about 10 minutes from our shop in Clinton Township, one of the closest cities we serve. It’s a compact city with a high volume of moves relative to its size, and the postwar brick ranches that make up most of its housing stock have a few quirks worth knowing before move day.
Call us: (586) 930-5585
What We Do
Full household moves, single item moves, apartment and condo relocations, labor-only jobs where you supply the truck, in-home furniture moves, packing, pianos, appliances, and loading or unloading rental trucks, PODs, and storage units.
Fraser moves are typically on the shorter end of the clock, compact lots, short carry distances, and smaller home sizes keep most jobs within a few hours. Call and describe what you’ve got and we’ll give you a realistic time range upfront.
Rates
| Crew and Truck | First 2 Hours | Each Hour After |
|---|---|---|
| 2 movers, labor only | $195 | $65/hr |
| 2 movers + 16ft truck | $315 | $105/hr |
| 2 movers + 26ft truck | $405 | $135/hr |
| 3 movers + 26ft truck | $525 | $175/hr |
| 4 movers + 26ft truck | $645 | $215/hr |
| 4 movers + 2x26ft trucks | $870 | $290/hr |
Pads, blankets, wrapping, and cushioning are included. No add-on fees for standard equipment.
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How Long Will It Take?
| Home Type | Typical Time |
|---|---|
| Studio or small apartment | 2 movers, 2 to 4 hrs |
| 2 to 3 bedroom apartment | 2 movers, 2 to 4 hrs |
| 2 to 3 bedroom house (1,000 to 2,000 sq ft) | 2 movers, 3 to 5 hrs |
| 3 to 4 bedroom house (1,500 to 3,000 sq ft) | 3 movers, 6 to 8 hrs |
| 4+ bedroom house (2,000 to 4,000 sq ft) | 4 movers, 8 to 10 hrs |
| Large house (4,000+ sq ft) | 4+ movers, 10+ hrs |
Being ready when we arrive matters. On a small Fraser ranch, boxes staged near the front door can be the difference between a two-hour job and a three-hour job.
Moving In and Out of Fraser
Fraser is one of the smallest cities in Macomb County, just under three square miles, but it punches above its weight as a moving market. The city’s central location between Clinton Township, Roseville, Sterling Heights, and Utica, combined with a dense mix of rental properties and starter homes, means there’s a consistent churn of people moving in, out, and between neighboring cities.
The residential streets in Fraser are mostly lined with brick ranches built in the 1950s and 1960s. These homes are well-built and typically run 900 to 1,400 square feet on a single floor, straightforward to move out of in terms of layout, but a few details come up regularly.
Detached garages accessed from the alley are common throughout Fraser’s older blocks. If your garage opens to the alley rather than the front, we stage the truck on the street and carry through the yard or side gate. It’s not a problem, but it’s not the same as rolling a truck up a driveway. Mention it when you call and we’ll factor the carry distance into the time estimate.
Basements are standard on most Fraser ranches, and they accumulate. A home that looks like a straightforward two-bedroom move from the street often has a full basement of stored furniture, holiday items, tools, and boxes that doubles the actual volume. When you call, count the basement as a separate floor and walk us through what’s down there.
Apartment moves along the 15 Mile and Utica Road corridors are also common. Most of these complexes are two to three stories with no elevator. Second and third floor units add carry time, typically 20 to 40 minutes on a standard one-bedroom depending on the floor and how much you’re moving.
Common Questions
How far in advance should I book?
Two weeks is ideal for getting your preferred date. We take short-notice calls when we have availability, call and ask. Fraser moves are often booked on shorter notice since the jobs tend to be smaller and faster.
My Fraser ranch is small. Will I still pay the two-hour minimum?
Yes, the two-hour minimum applies. Most Fraser ranch moves fall between 1.5 and 3 hours depending on how much is in the basement and how staged the house is when we arrive. Call with a rundown of what needs to move, including the basement, and we’ll tell you honestly whether it looks like a two-hour job or more.
My garage opens to the alley, not the street. Is that an issue?
Not a problem, but it affects staging. We park on the street and carry through the yard or side access. Tell us about the alley garage when you call and we’ll account for the extra carry distance in the estimate.
I’m moving from Fraser to Sterling Heights. Is that a straightforward job?
Yes, and it’s one of the more common moves we do. Most Fraser to Sterling Heights drives are under 15 minutes, which keeps your total time and cost down. The job length is determined by what you’re moving, not the drive.
Do you move pianos?
Yes. Before booking, send photos of the entrances at both locations so we can confirm access and quote accurately.
What forms of payment do you take?
Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or Amex. Payment is collected at the end of the job. We don’t accept checks.
Book Your Fraser Move
We’re about 10 minutes from most Fraser addresses. Call, tell us what you’re moving including the basement and any outbuildings, and we’ll give you a straight answer on time and price.