Hereford, MD Movers
Family-owned since 2015 • Licensed & insured • Local & long-distance moves, packing, and storage
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Best Hereford, MD Moving Company
Hereford is the small crossroads community in northern Baltimore County built around I-83 Exit 27, Mount Carmel Road, and York Road. It is not its own town, so county rules and services apply, and most Hereford mailing addresses say Parkton or Monkton. Locals know it for the Hereford Zone, the name for this higher, cooler part of the county that tends to get more snow than Towson. Our crew comes down I-83 from York, PA, so Hereford is only a short drive for us.
Most homes in Hereford are single-family houses on large lots. There are older farmhouses and stone homes near the Gunpowder valley, split-levels and ranches from the 1970s and 1980s, and newer colonials in wooded subdivisions off Mount Carmel Road and Monkton Road. Many have long driveways, finished basements, and detached garages. We check the driveway and turnaround ahead of time so we know how close the truck can park.
Winter weather is the big thing to plan for here. Because of the Hereford Zone, a road can be icy in Hereford when it is only raining in Cockeysville. For moves from December through March, we keep a close eye on the forecast and will talk with you about a backup date if a storm is coming. In warmer months, the main slowdowns are school traffic near Hereford High and Hereford Middle and backups on I-83 at rush hour. Summer weekends also bring extra cars near the Gunpowder and the NCR Trail, so we plan routes that keep the truck off the busiest back roads. If you are moving from a Parkton or Monkton mailing address, just give us the street address and we will map the best way in.
We handle full-house moves, downsizing moves, and smaller jobs like moving a piano, a gun safe, or a few big pieces. If you are between homes, our storage service can hold your things until the new place is ready. We pad and wrap furniture, take apart beds and tables, and set everything back up at the new house so you are not sleeping on a mattress on the floor the first night.
We also move families in nearby Parkton, White Hall, and Timonium. A & M Friendly Movers is family-owned since 2015, and we treat every Hereford 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 717-844-5125 for a free quote.
See What Our Customers Are Saying
Our York, PA & Maryland crew moves families in Hereford every week. These reviews are copied word for word from our Google Business Profile: 4.8 stars from 65 Google reviews.
★★★★★
“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
★★★★★
“Movers were very efficient and were careful with everything. Made life so much easier. Put everything together for us. Would use them again and highly recommend to anyone looking to move. Thanks so much!!”
Linda Tosto
Google review · York, PA & Maryland location
★★★★★
“3rd time using them; 2nd time in 3 weeks. They’ve been able to troubleshoot well & figure out how to get some sizeable items around weird twists & turns in old multi-story houses.”
Will Sinnott
Google review · York, PA & Maryland location
Your Hereford Moving Crew
Your Hereford move is handled by our York, PA & Maryland crew, based at 5 Center Street, Mount Wolf, PA 17347. That’s about 38 miles (around 50 minutes) from Hereford, and your hourly clock doesn’t start until we arrive at your home.
Call your local crew: 717-844-5125
Hours: Monday–Sunday, 6 AM–10 PM
Hereford, MD Moving Services
Local Moving
Moves across Hereford and all of Baltimore 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.
Hereford, MD Weather
Plan your moving day around the forecast. We watch the weather for every move, including winter storms.
Hereford at a Glance
4,714
Population
48.7 years
Median Age
$607,200
Median Home Value
$136,304
Median Household Income
31.9 min
Average Commute
95.5% Own
Own vs. Rent
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-year estimates for ZIP 21111 (Hereford / Monkton area), MD, via Census Reporter.
Schools Near Hereford, MD
Hereford is served by Baltimore County Public Schools. Moving with kids? We can time your move around the school calendar.
Seventh District Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Sparks Elementary School
Grades K-5
Fifth District Elementary School
Grades K-5
Hereford Middle School
Grades 6-8
Hereford High School
Grades 9-12
Always confirm your school zone with Baltimore County Public Schools.
Places to Eat in Hereford
Once the truck is unloaded, you have earned a good meal. Here are local favorites.
Woodfire Kitchen
American, wood-fired pizza • Visit website
Casa Mia's Restaurant
Italian, Greek, crab cakes • Visit website
The Manor Tavern
American (Monkton) • Visit website
The Milton Inn
Fine dining (Sparks Glencoe) • Visit website
Dough Run
Cafe (Monkton) • Visit website
The Filling Station
Coffee shop (Sparks Glencoe) • Facebook page
Things to Do in Hereford
Gunpowder Falls State Park, Hereford Area
Wooded river valley with hiking trails and well-known trout fishing on the Big Gunpowder Falls. • Map
Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail (NCR Trail)
Flat former railroad trail for biking and walking, with access points near Hereford. • Map
Monkton Station
Historic railroad station on the NCR Trail near the Gunpowder River. • Map
Ladew Topiary Gardens
Famous topiary gardens and historic house a short drive east in Monkton. • Map
Prettyboy Reservoir
Reservoir with wooded trails and shoreline fishing northwest of Hereford. • Map
Moving to or from Hereford? Get your free, no-pressure quote today.
Moving in Hereford: Local Tips From Our Crew
Parking, trash pickup, traffic and building rules can make or break moving day in Hereford. Here’s what we plan around.
Use I-83 Exit 27
From Baltimore or York County, Hereford is most easily reached via I-83 at Exit 27, a crossroads roughly halfway between Baltimore City’s northern border and the Mason-Dixon line.
Pick the right side road
Movers coming from Carroll County or northwestern Baltimore County can use MD 137, while those from northeastern Baltimore County or Harford County often use MD 138.
Book using a Parkton address
Hereford addresses are listed as being in Parkton, so don’t be surprised if your mailing address reads Parkton when you request a quote.
Watch Hereford's weather
Hereford is known for a microclimate that differs significantly from other Baltimore County communities, so check the local forecast, not just Baltimore’s, before move day.
Use your scheduled bulk days
Baltimore County single-family homes and townhomes get two scheduled bulk collections a year, up to three items each, with dates sent by mailer. Set items out after 6 p.m. the night before.
What Shapes Your Hereford 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 Baltimore County, or out of state. Local moves are hourly; long-distance moves are priced upfront.
Access
Move time in Hereford depends on long driveways and basements, winter ice in the Hereford Zone, and rush-hour traffic on I-83 near Exit 27.
Add-Ons
Packing, storage, furniture assembly, and heavy items like pianos and safes.
Hereford, MD Moving FAQs
No. Hereford is an unincorporated community in Baltimore County, and most addresses there use Parkton or Monkton mailing addresses.
We watch the forecast closely because the Hereford Zone often gets more snow and ice than the rest of the county. If roads are unsafe, we will work with you on a new date.
Yes. Let us know about heavy or oversized items when you call so we bring the right crew size and equipment.
Yes. A & M Friendly Movers is fully licensed and insured, and we have been family-owned and operated since 2015.
Yes. Our crews leave from our Mount Wolf, PA office, about 38 miles and roughly 51 minutes from Hereford. We’re a family-owned, licensed and insured mover serving the region since 2015.
Baltimore County gives single-family homes and townhomes two scheduled bulk collections a year, up to three items each. Anything you keep, we pad-wrap and load, so your move time stays focused on what’s coming with you.
Local moves are billed hourly, and the clock starts when our crew arrives at your home. Every piece of furniture is pad-wrapped before loading, and quotes are always free.
Ready to Move In or Out of Hereford?
Tell us your move date and address, and we will send a clear, upfront quote.
Hereford Neighborhoods We Move
From historic homes to new subdivisions, our crews know the streets, stairs and HOA rules across Hereford.
Exit 27 village center
The stores and homes around I-83 Exit 27, including Graul's Market, a bank branch and a gas station.
Mount Carmel Road corridor
Hereford's small commercial hub, with banks, pharmacies, medical offices and a grocery store.
York Road (MD 45) village
MD 45 runs through Hereford, where MD 138 (Monkton Road) and MD 137 (Mount Carmel Road) meet it one block apart.
Hereford High School area
North of the village, MD 45 passes west of Hereford High School on its way into the Gunpowder Falls valley.
Parkton
Hereford addresses are listed as Parkton, a postal area that also covers Maryland Line.
Monkton
Reached east on MD 138 (Monkton Road), where the highway crosses Gunpowder Falls and the Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail.
Prettyboy Reservoir
A 1,500-acre, city-owned reservoir in the Hereford Zone; MD 137 begins near Gunpowder Road, which heads toward it.
Sparks
A Baltimore County community about 20 miles north of Baltimore, with the Gunpowder River running through it.
Hereford Areas We Serve
Mount Carmel Road hub
The small commercial center near I-83 Exit 27 with a grocery store, banks and shops, surrounded by single-family homes.
Gunpowder valley side
Older farmhouses and stone homes near the river and Monkton Road (MD 138), often with narrow, winding roads.
Wooded subdivisions
Split-levels, ranches and newer colonials on large lots, many with finished basements and long driveways.