Business Details
27 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Local Movers in NYC & Philadelphia
Founded in 1999, Man With A Van has established itself as a trusted provider of professional moving services in the New York City Metro and Greater Philadelphia areas. Our company was built on the principle of bridging the gap between low-cost, unlicensed operators and larger moving companies with high rates and minimums. Over two decades, we have grown from a single van in NYC to a fleet of 25 vehicles serving both residential and commercial clients across two major metropolitan regions. Our team of experienced professionals specializes in household moves, commercial relocations, and labor-only services, utilizing a range of vehicles from Mercedes Sprinter vans to 26-foot box trucks. We pride ourselves on offering transparent pricing with no hidden fees, including no stairs or long-carry charges and no minimum hour requirements.Our commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in our flexible scheduling options, including same-day service availability and precise arrival windows tailored to client needs. We maintain full licensing and insurance compliance at both federal and state levels, ensuring all moves meet regulatory standards while providing peace of mind to our clients. Our equipment includes moving blankets, dollies, shrink wrap, and basic toolkits, with optional packing supplies available upon request. Through consistent expansion and a focus on quality service, we continue to serve as a reliable moving solution for individuals and businesses across the Northeast corridor.
Services
Residential Moves
Commercial Moves
Labor Moves
Packing Services
Single Item Moves
Same Day Service
Furniture Delivery
Storage Unit Assistance
Disassembly/Assembly
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of dedicated moving experience in NYC and Philadelphia
- No hidden fees for stairs, long-carry, or minimum hours
- Professional crews with appropriate equipment for every move size
- Transparent pricing with customizable arrival windows
- Same-day service availability across our service areas
Services
Residential/Household Moves
We specialize in moving households of all sizes, from single items to full apartments. Our professional crews handle furniture, appliances, and personal belongings with care, using protective equipment like moving blankets and dollies. Clients receive transparent pricing with no hidden fees for stairs or long carries.
Commercial Moves
Our team efficiently relocates office essentials including furniture, equipment, and documents. We minimize business disruption through careful planning and execution, using appropriate vehicles from Sprinter vans to 26-foot trucks equipped with lift gates for heavy items.
Labor Moves
We provide skilled labor for loading/unloading rented trucks, storage units, or rearranging furniture. Our crews bring necessary equipment but availability may be limited during peak periods like month-end when all vehicles are deployed.
Packing Services
Our experienced team offers packing assistance with materials available upon request. We recommend 24-hour notice for supply preparation and charge a $25 fee if requested supplies remain unused after arrival.
Single Item Moves
We transport individual items like couches, mattresses, and tables with specialized equipment. Our Mercedes Sprinter vans accommodate most single-item moves while ensuring safe delivery through proper handling techniques.
People
Paul Kennedy
Founder
Paul Kennedy founded Man With A Van in 1999 starting with a single NYC van. He expanded operations to Philadelphia and built a 25-vehicle fleet while maintaining focus on affordable, reliable moving services between major market providers.
Questions
What types of moves do you handle?
We handle residential moves, commercial relocations, labor-only services, single-item transports, and furniture deliveries using vehicles ranging from Sprinter vans to 26-foot trucks.
Do you offer same-day service?
Yes, we often accommodate same-day bookings when available, though scheduling depends on crew availability and requires immediate deposit processing for morning appointments.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout NYC Metro (all five boroughs, Long Island, North Jersey), Greater Philadelphia (city and suburbs), and parts of South Jersey including Cherry Hill and Haddonfield.
Are you insured for moves?
We maintain full federal and state licensing with insurance coverage, and can provide customized Certificates of Insurance (COI) for buildings requiring specific documentation.
Do you provide packing materials?
Yes, we offer mattress bags, bubble wrap, packing paper, tape, wardrobe boxes, and various cardboard box sizes, though all supplies must be requested at least 24 hours in advance.
Can you disassemble/reassemble furniture?
Our crews handle minor disassembly for transport but cannot guarantee reassembly of items they didn't originally disassemble, particularly complex or IKEA-style furniture.
Reviews (4)
Gray J.
Jun 30, 2022
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Anthony and his team loaded my items quickly from my old 5th floor walk up despite the summer heat. They unloaded at my new third floor walk up in another borough. Everything went very smoothly. I will definitely use Man With a Van for future local moves.
Louie L.
Jun 27, 2022
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Rocky and his team are amazing and quick which made my move painless! I appreciate your efforts and professionalism and handling my belongings with care. Will definitely use Rocky and Man With A Van again!
Alex C.
Jun 25, 2022
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Man With A Van helped us with our move from Philadelphia, PA to Jersey City, NJ and are so extremely happy with our experience! The team was extremely responsive from the moment that we requested a quote. More importantly, on the day of our move, Matt, Nat, and Jason made our experience a phenomenal one. The guys were super friendly, great communicators, and willing to help in any way that they could.
While we were initially dreading our move, these guys came with a great attitude, making it a truly positive experience. Great experience overall, but Matt, Nat, and Jason really made the difference!
While we were initially dreading our move, these guys came with a great attitude, making it a truly positive experience. Great experience overall, but Matt, Nat, and Jason really made the difference!
Kathleen D.
Jun 20, 2022
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I used Man With A Van today to help move my cousin to a new apartment and I can't say enough about what a great experience it was. I was all set for a stressful day and instead it went incredibly smoothly. They kept us updated on arrival time and the two guys who did the moving were simply amazing. It went off with a hitch and I'm very happy that I chose Man With A Van. Thank you very much.
