Dover, FL Movers
Family-owned since 2015 • Licensed & insured • Local & long-distance moves, packing, and storage
Best Dover, FL Moving Company
Dover is a small farming community in eastern Hillsborough County, about 6 miles west of Plant City and 7 miles northeast of Brandon. It is unincorporated, so the county handles things like permits and roads. Our Tampa crew makes the drive out I-4 or State Road 60 often, and we enjoy trading city traffic for open fields. In the 2020 census Dover had about 3,300 residents, so it still feels like a small town.
This is strawberry country. Fields and plant nurseries surround the town, the local high school is named Strawberry Crest, and the Florida Strawberry Festival in nearby Plant City draws big crowds every spring. Homes range from older block houses near Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (SR 574) and Sydney Dover Road to manufactured homes and houses on acreage with long driveways. Some properties also have barns, sheds and workshops, and we plan time for those along with the house.
Rural moves need their own kind of planning. Long dirt or gravel driveways, farm gates and soft ground after rain can keep a big truck from getting close to the house, so we ask about access ahead of time and plan where to park. Farm equipment and school traffic can slow down SR 574 and SR 60, and summer storms tend to pop up in the afternoon, so we like early starts. If a big truck cannot reach your door, we can park closer to the road and use dollies and extra hands to cover the distance.
We move whole households, but we also do smaller jobs, like a few big pieces of furniture, a single room or a move into a rental. If you have a barn or garage full of things you do not want to take along, our junk removal service can haul it away so you only pay to move what you keep. Moving across the country instead? We handle long-distance moves too, and we can load in Dover and head straight out I-4.
We also serve nearby Plant City, Valrico and Seffner. We know the back roads between Dover, Brandon and Plant City, and we plan each route before the truck leaves. Family-owned since 2015, A & M Friendly Movers treats every Dover move like we are helping our own neighbors. Our mission is simple: quality, professional service at a fair price. Home is where the heart is, and moving is where it starts. Call 813-544-0048 for a free quote.
See What Our Customers Are Saying
Our Tampa location recently reopened, so our Tampa Google reviews are just getting started. Here’s what customers say about the same family-run crews at our other locations, copied word for word from Google. 850+ Google reviews across all of our locations.
★★★★★
“Excellent experience! We have moved 11 times and once overseas and A&M is in the top two moves! They communicate well and there are no curveballs. Chris, Zack & “Ox” were hard working, courteous and professional. They moved us quickly and took great care with our property. When initially speaking with Matt, he realized I was a Veteran and he immediately offered a Veteran’s discount. I would highly recommend A&M Friendly Movers because they live their name!”
Edward Boylan
Google review · North Myrtle Beach, SC location
★★★★★
“We had a wonderful experience with the team at A&M movers. The office was easy to communicate with as they handle inquiries by both phone and text. The crew at our move today was very professional and efficient. They were very careful with our belongings and meticulously wrapped all of our furniture. Highly recommend this team for your move!”
Maggie P
Google review · Tri-State (PA & DE) location
★★★★★
“Crew arrived early and work professionally and had us moved from our home to an apartment in four hours. If we ever move again A&M Friendly Movers will be my first call and I will recommend them to everyone I know.”
Richard Luckman
Google review · York, PA & Maryland location
Your Dover Moving Crew
Your Dover move is handled by our Tampa, FL crew, based at 15604 Starling Water Drive, Lithia, FL 33547. That’s about 14 miles (around 30 minutes) from Dover, and your hourly clock doesn’t start until we arrive at your home.
Call your local crew: 813-544-0048
Hours: Monday–Sunday, 6 AM–10 PM
Dover, FL Moving Services
Local Moving
Moves across Dover and all of Hillsborough County.
Long-Distance Moving
Upfront pricing for moves out of state.
Packing & Unpacking
Full or partial packing with quality materials.
Storage
Short- and long-term storage between homes.
Commercial Moving
Offices, retail, and restaurant moves done right.
Junk Removal
Clear out what you do not want to move.
Military Moves
Careful moves on tight PCS timelines.
Piano & Safe Moving
Heavy and specialty items handled safely.
Dover, FL Weather
Plan your moving day around the forecast. We watch the weather for every move, especially during hurricane season.
Dover at a Glance
3,009
Population
38 years
Median Age
$248,600
Median Home Value
$49,693
Median Household Income
34.5 min
Average Commute
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-year estimates for Dover CDP, FL, via Census Reporter.
Schools Near Dover, FL
Dover is served by Hillsborough County Public Schools. Moving with kids? We can time your move around the school calendar.
Dover Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Bailey Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nelson Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Strawberry Crest High School
Grades 9-12
Always confirm your school zone with Hillsborough County Public Schools.
Places to Eat in Dover
Once the truck is unloaded, you have earned a good meal. Here are local favorites.
Nidia's Latin Grill
Latin smoked chicken and ribs (takeout) • Facebook page
Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant
Mexican, fajitas (nearby Plant City) • Visit website
Taco Loco Express
Mexican, tacos (nearby Plant City) • Visit website
Smokin' Aces BBQ & Steakhouse
BBQ, steakhouse (nearby Plant City) • Visit website
Strawberry Bakery Cafe
Bakery, Cuban cafe • Visit website
Fred's Market Restaurant
Southern, home cooking (nearby Plant City) • Visit website
Things to Do in Dover
Dover District Park
County park on Gallagher Road just outside the center of Dover. • Map
Hillsborough County Fairgrounds
Fairgrounds off SR 60 that host the Greater Hillsborough County Fair and seasonal events. • Map
Sydney Dover Trails
Trail area off SR 60 used for hiking and horseback riding. • Map
Keel Farms
Farm winery and cidery on Thonotosassa Road just east in Plant City. • Map
Florida Strawberry Festival
Big spring festival with concerts, rides and strawberry shortcake in nearby Plant City. • Map
Moving in Dover: Local Tips From Our Crew
Parking, trash pickup, traffic and building rules can make or break moving day in Dover. Here’s what we plan around.
Book bulky pickup first
Dover is unincorporated, so Hillsborough County handles trash. Call Solid Waste Customer Service at (813) 272-5680 to schedule a special pickup for sofas, mattresses, or appliances before you set anything at the curb.
Flatten boxes, watch curb times
The county counts 20 cardboard boxes as one bulky item, and carts and yard waste can go out no earlier than 6 p.m. the night before collection and no later than 6 a.m. on collection day.
Plan around festival season
The Florida Strawberry Festival in neighboring Plant City runs 11 days, usually in February or early March, and draws about half a million visitors. Book early if you’re moving during festival season.
Reach I-4 from US 92
McIntosh Road and Branch Forbes Road in Dover connect US 92 to I-4, so we can get the truck on and off the interstate without a long detour.
Drop-off center nearby
The county’s Hillsborough Heights facility at 6209 County Road 579 in Seffner takes bulky waste, appliances, paint, and electronics Monday through Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with household hazardous waste collection on select Saturdays.
What Shapes Your Dover Move Cost
No surprises. Here is exactly what goes into your quote, so you can plan with confidence.
Home Size
How many rooms and how much furniture. A condo and a four-bedroom house are very different jobs.
Distance
Across town, across Hillsborough County, or out of state. Local moves are hourly; long-distance moves are priced upfront.
Access
Long rural driveways, gates, soft ground after rain, and slow farm and school traffic on SR 574 and SR 60 affect move time in Dover.
Add-Ons
Packing, storage, furniture assembly, and heavy items like pianos and safes.
Dover, FL Moving FAQs
Usually, yes. Tell us about your driveway, gates and any soft spots, and we will plan the truck size and parking before moving day.
Yes. We move families from Dover to Brandon, Tampa, Plant City and anywhere else in the county, and we also do long-distance moves.
Yes. We handle single items, a few rooms or a whole house. Call 813-544-0048 for a free quote.
Yes. A & M Friendly Movers is fully licensed and insured, and we have been family-owned and operated since 2015.
Our Lithia office is about 14.2 miles, or roughly 30 minutes, from Dover. Local moves are billed hourly, and the clock starts when our crew arrives at your door.
Yes. Tell us about outbuildings, long driveways, or farm access roads when you book, and we’ll plan the crew and truck to match. Every piece of furniture is pad-wrapped, and quotes are free.
Yes. We’re a family-owned company, in business since 2015, registered in Florida as mover IM3566 and fully insured. Every piece of furniture is pad-wrapped, and quotes are always free.
Ready to Move In or Out of Dover?
Tell us your move date and address, and we will send a clear, upfront quote.
Dover Neighborhoods We Move
From historic homes to new subdivisions, our crews know the streets, stairs and HOA rules across Dover.
Dover
A small community of about 2.6 square miles, 6 miles west of Plant City and 7 miles northeast of Brandon.
US 92 corridor
US 92 runs through Dover, and Independence Academy sits on it. McIntosh Road and Branch Forbes Road in Dover both cross US 92 and connect to I-4.
Strawberry Crest High School
Dover's first high school, and an IB school, graduated its first class in 2011.
Bailey & Dover elementary areas
The two elementary schools that serve the Dover area.
Seffner
Seffner, Mango, and Dover were the three main railroad towns between Tampa and Plant City. Seffner still has strawberry farms and lakes.
Plant City
Dover's neighbor to the east is known as the winter strawberry capital of the world.
Brandon
About 7 miles southwest of Dover.
SR 60 / Hopewell
SR 60 runs east from Brandon and Valrico and is locally called Hopewell Road south of Plant City.
Dover Areas We Serve
Dover center along SR 574
The small center around MLK Boulevard and Sydney Dover Road has taquerias, a Latin market and older single-story homes on nearby streets.
Farms and rural acreage
Strawberry fields, plant nurseries and homes on acreage surround the town, often with long driveways and gates.
SR 60 and south Dover
Near SR 60 you will find the Hillsborough County Fairgrounds, horse trails and mobile-home parks.
