Business Details
23 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Moving Services in Columbia SC
Founded in 2003, Gentlemen Movers is a locally-owned moving company dedicated to reducing the stress associated with relocation. Our mission extends beyond physical transportation of belongings to providing professional, skilled service rooted in integrity and care. With owner Robert Marye leading a team of thoroughly vetted employees, we prioritize personalized attention, background-checked staff, and comprehensive insurance coverage. Our services span residential, commercial, and out-of-state moves within a 500-mile radius of Columbia, SC, including specialized handling of heavy or delicate items.Recognized as the Best Moving Company in Lexington, SC for over two decades, we combine military-grade discipline with a commitment to community service. Our climate-controlled storage solutions and same-day move capabilities demonstrate our adaptability to client needs. By maintaining direct relationships with every employee, we ensure consistent quality control and accountability across all operations.
Services
Residential Moving
Commercial Relocation
Out-of-State Moves
Packing Services
Climate-Controlled Storage
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- 22 years of specialized moving experience in the Columbia Midlands
- Military-owned business with strict employee vetting processes
- Background-checked, drug-tested professionals for every move
- Same-day service guarantee within 3-hour travel radius
- Comprehensive insurance covering cargo, vehicles, and workers
Associations and certifications
- ORS License #9756
- DOT #1442337
What people say
Best moving company in the state
Polite and professional staff
Stress-free moving experience
Excellent customer service
Reliable last-minute solutions
Services
Residential Moving
Specialized household moving services handling complete home relocations. Our trained crew manages all aspects from furniture disassembly to final placement. We provide protective materials and customized packing solutions for fragile items, ensuring safe transport of personal belongings during local or long-distance moves.
Commercial Relocation
Business moving solutions minimizing operational disruption. We coordinate equipment transportation, document handling, and furniture reassembly during commercial transitions. Our team works after-hours to maintain business continuity while protecting sensitive office assets throughout the relocation process.
Out-of-State Moves
Interstate relocation services covering destinations across the Southeast. We manage multi-state logistics with climate-controlled storage options during transitions. Our fleet accommodates same-day loading/unloading for cross-state moves within 3-hour travel radius, maintaining consistent crew oversight throughout the journey.
Packing Services
Full-service packing assistance using premium protective materials. Our staff employs specialized techniques for fragile items, electronics, and valuable possessions. We provide inventory management systems and customized crating solutions to ensure secure transport of household goods during any relocation.
Climate-Controlled Storage
Temperature-regulated storage facilities protecting belongings during transitional periods. Our units maintain consistent conditions for sensitive items like wood furniture and electronics. We offer flexible access schedules and inventory tracking systems for stored possessions requiring temporary housing during complex moves.
People
Robert Marye
Owner
South Carolina native with 22 years of moving industry experience. Maintains personal relationships with all employees while overseeing daily operations. Combines military discipline with community-focused service standards.
Sam Stevens
General Manager
Operations leader managing crew coordination and customer service protocols. Oversees training programs ensuring consistent service quality across residential and commercial moving projects.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We serve Columbia, Lexington, Greenville, Charleston, Myrtle Beach, and surrounding areas in South Carolina, plus Charlotte, Savannah, and neighboring states.
Can you handle last-minute moves?
Yes, we specialize in same-day service within 3-hour travel radius and offer emergency relocation solutions across our service area.
Are your movers trained professionals?
All staff undergo background checks, drug testing, and comprehensive training. Crew chiefs maintain 5+ years of moving experience each.
What items require special handling?
We specialize in heavy/delicate items like pianos, antique furniture, and electronics. Our equipment includes lift gates and specialized rigging tools.
Do you offer storage solutions?
Yes, we provide climate-controlled storage units with inventory management systems for short-term and long-term storage needs during transitions.
How are move costs calculated?
Pricing considers distance, item volume, and required services. We provide free estimates after assessing specific relocation requirements.
Reviews (6)
Stephanie Dorman
Jun 22, 2021
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Gentlemen movers AMAZING!These are your guys 100%! We just moved my friends mother in law from Lexington SC to GA today and these guys were absolutely Great! It was kind of last minute move but we were still able book with them. They arrive on time maybe even a little early, come in evaluate and immediately get to work they loaded everything accordingly And were very careful with all, very very professional and Pretty damn fast for the amount of stuff we had and OMG the sweetest and nicest group of guys after loading the whole house then driving 4 hrs or so we were still greeted with smiles And great energy, I can't thank You guys enough! Darryl, Jordan, Ian, Ocean and Rob you guys ROCK!
April Juarez
Apr 19, 2021
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Gentlement movers moved me from Irmo to Nashville TN. They were super friendly and professional. They came on time and were super efficient. The quoted price was dead accurate and I felt like my stuff was in good hands. Nothing was broken when they got to my new place and they placed everything where it needed to be. 10/10 would use again!
Annie Wheeler
Mar 19, 2021
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William, Bradley, Blake and Cooper were fantastic on day 1 of our 17,000 lbs move-in. It was extremely hot and they worked tirelessly, professionally and carefully with our household goods. I asked them to take a break so that I could feed the kids, intending to pay them for the break, but they didn't include the time they rested in their invoice. They were a life and back saver and we will definitely recommend and use them again!
Mark Steckel
Jan 31, 2021
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They ended up messing up my new wood floor and scratching my safe. They tried to use a marker to fix the floors then ignored me. Also final bill was 200% of the estimate.
Cary Steeple
Nov 22, 2020
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I was so pleased with this company. Moving from Virginia to South Carolina went very well - the owner, Robert, was very helpful and the team he sent did an excellent job. I would say this was a big job to undertake, we had a baby grand piano, but everything was done so smoothly, I am so relieved. I would highly recommend them. Services: Oversized-item moving, Interstate moving
Katie Risinger
Nov 08, 2020
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These guys were AMAZING! We had an issue with the movers we originally hired and these gentlemen came to our rescue! They were so polite and professional. Even being called in the middle of the day, they were at our house to finish what the other guys didn't do, in 30 minutes! They were strategic in their packing and just flat out awesome! We recommend to anyone moving! They definitely understood the stress of moving and really helped us to feel less stressed and got the job done! Thank you Gentlemen Movers!
