Reading, PA Movers

Family-owned since 2015 • Licensed & insured • Local & long-distance moves, packing, and storage

Best Reading, PA Moving Company

Reading is the biggest city in Berks County, set along the Schuylkill River with the Pagoda watching over it from Mount Penn. Our Tri-State crew moves families and renters all over the city, from the big Victorian homes of Centre Park to the apartments downtown and the rowhome blocks in the Northeast. As part of our Tri-State moving service, we know how Reading’s older streets work on moving day. Whether you are moving across the street or across the state, we plan the details before our truck shows up.

Reading is a rowhome city. Many homes are two and three stories tall, with steep, narrow stairs, tight turns, and front doors that open right onto the sidewalk. We pad railings and door frames, take apart beds and big furniture when needed, and measure the tough spots before we start. If a piece will not make the turn at the top of the stairs, we will tell you before we start, not halfway through the day. Many Reading basements have low ceilings and steep steps too, so let us know about any heavy items down there.

Parking is the other big part of a Reading move. Most blocks have tight street parking, and some streets are narrow one-ways where a truck needs a plan. Check the parking rules on your block early, and let us know if there is an alley or side street we can use. Downtown near Penn Street, many apartments are in older buildings with small elevators or no elevator at all, so we plan extra trips and work with building managers on move times and any insurance paperwork they need.

More than half of Reading homes are rented, so we do lots of apartment moves, partial moves, and first-home moves. Our packing and unpacking service can handle the whole place or just the fragile things. If you are moving out of the area, we also handle long-distance moves. Traffic on Route 422 and the bridges over the Schuylkill can back up at rush hour, so we plan start times around it.

We also serve nearby Pottstown and Limerick. A & M Friendly Movers is family-owned since 2015, and we treat every Reading move like we are moving our own family. Our mission is simple: quality, professional service at a fair price. Home is where the heart is, and moving is where it starts. Call 410-499-8777 for a free quote.

Two men moving a mattress in a room.
The A & M Friendly Movers crew at work

See What Our Customers Are Saying

Our Tri-State (PA & DE) crew moves families in Reading every week. These reviews are copied word for word from our Google Business Profile: 4.8 stars from 551 Google reviews.

★★★★★

“Jim and Thomas were exceptional at PACKING our four bedroom house! They will respectful of our property, they worked quickly and quietly, yet were conversational with us! They were pleasant company in our home and we highly recommend this team! *Edit to add- The next day the wonderful team of 5 (Jim, Juan, Shawn, Steven & Kyree) came to then MOVE our 4 bedroom home! They worked swiftly, quietly, with much respect for both houses. taking time to protect our belongings during the move and the walls/floors. They worked like a well oiled machine, even when the day was taking longer than first expected! We got them Pizza and Gatorades and they were so gracious with Thanks! Well worth it!”

Lisa Geib

Google review · Tri-State (PA & DE) location

★★★★★

“I used A&M Friendly Movers in 2022. They were prompt, friendly and efficient. I was having a family crisis and was visibly upset, they were compassionate and continued unloading and listening to my friend who was helping. They understood and gave me well wishes. They took a small break and we made small talk. It was a very hot day and i was concerned for them over heating. Very professional and excellent packers! Nothing was broken or damaged. I would use them again and will recommend them to anyone”

Aunti C's Pet Care

Google review · Tri-State (PA & DE) 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

Your Reading Moving Crew

Your Reading move is handled by our Tri-State (PA & DE) crew, based at 115A St Joseph Ln, Downingtown, PA 19335. That’s about 36 miles (around 50 minutes) from Reading, and your hourly clock doesn’t start until we arrive at your home.

Call your local crew: 410-499-8777
Hours: Monday–Sunday, 6 AM–10 PM

Reading, PA Moving Services

Local Moving

Moves across Reading and all of Berks 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.

Reading, PA Weather

Plan your moving day around the forecast. We watch the weather for every move, including snow and ice in the winter.

READING, PA WEATHER

Reading at a Glance

95,242

Population

31.9 years

Median Age

$121,300

Median Home Value

$44,091

Median Household Income

24.1 min

Average Commute

40.6% Own

Own vs. Rent

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-year estimates for Reading, PA, via Census Reporter.

Schools Near Reading, PA

Reading is served by Reading School District. Moving with kids? We can time your move around the school calendar.

Always confirm your school zone with Reading School District.

Places to Eat in Reading

Once the truck is unloaded, you have earned a good meal. Here are local favorites.

Jimmie Kramer's Peanut Bar

American • Visit website

Judy's On Cherry

Mediterranean, European cafe • Visit website

The Ugly Oyster Drafthaus

Irish pub • Visit website

The Speckled Hen Cottage Pub & Alehouse

Pub, American • Visit website

4th & Penn Restaurant

Dominican, Latin American • Facebook page

Saucony Creek Franklin Station Brewpub

Brewpub, American • Visit website

Things to Do in Reading

Reading Pagoda

Japanese-style pagoda on Mount Penn with views over the whole city. • Map

GoggleWorks Center for the Arts

Arts center in a former goggle factory with studios, galleries and a film theater. • Map

Reading Public Museum

Art and science museum with a planetarium and an arboretum. • Map

FirstEnergy Stadium

Ballpark of the Reading Fightin Phils, the Phillies' Double-A team. • Map

Santander Arena

Downtown arena for concerts, shows and hockey. • Map

City Park

Large historic park near downtown with paths, a bandshell and playgrounds. • Map

Moving to or from Reading? Get your free, no-pressure quote today.

Moving in Reading: Local Tips From Our Crew

Parking, trash pickup, traffic and building rules can make or break moving day in Reading. Here’s what we plan around.

Know the meter hours

Reading’s on-street meters are enforced Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Ask about a loading zone

The City offers a permit for curb loading and pick-up zones.

Permit your cleanout dumpster

The City has a Dumpster/Cart Permit Application for temporary dumpsters, such as for a cleanout.

Plan your route in

US 422 circles the city’s west side as the West Shore Bypass, and I-176 runs from US 422 to the PA Turnpike at Morgantown.

Line up your utilities

Met-Ed supplies electricity, UGI supplies gas, the Reading Area Water Authority supplies water, and City Public Works handles trash and recycling.

What Shapes Your Reading 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 Berks County, or out of state. Local moves are hourly; long-distance moves are priced upfront.

Access

Move time in Reading depends on steep, narrow stairs in rowhomes, tight street parking and one-way streets, small elevators in older downtown buildings, and Route 422 traffic.

Add-Ons

Packing, storage, furniture assembly, and heavy items like pianos and safes.

Reading, PA Moving FAQs

Yes. We pad stairs and railings, take apart big pieces when needed, and measure tight turns before we start so there are no surprises on moving day.

Many blocks have tight street parking, so check your block’s rules early. Share your address with us and we will plan the truck size and loading spot together.

Yes. We work with your building on elevator use and move times, and we plan extra trips for small elevators or walk-ups. Call 410-499-8777 to get started.

Yes. A & M Friendly Movers is fully licensed and insured, and we have been family-owned and operated since 2015.

Our Downingtown office is about 36 miles, roughly 48 minutes, from Reading. Local moves are billed hourly, and the clock starts when we arrive.

On-street meters are enforced weekdays 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the City offers a permit for curb loading zones. We’ll plan the truck spot with you when you book.

Every piece is pad-wrapped before it leaves your home, and we’re licensed by the PA PUC (A-8927313) and fully insured. Quotes are free, so reach out anytime.

Ready to Move In or Out of Reading?

Tell us your move date and address, and we will send a clear, upfront quote.

Reading Neighborhoods We Move

From historic homes to new subdivisions, our crews know the streets, stairs and HOA rules across Reading.

Center City / Penn Street

The Penn Street Bridge, reached from US 422, is considered the primary gateway to downtown Reading.

Centre Park

One of the city's named neighborhoods, covering about 0.6 square miles.

Callowhill

A named city neighborhood covering about 0.75 square miles.

Queen Anne Historic District

One of Reading's named historic-district neighborhoods, covering about a third of a square mile.

Prince Historic District

One of the city's smallest named neighborhoods, at about 0.12 square miles.

Penn's Commons

A named city neighborhood covering about 0.8 square miles.

Oakbrook / Wyomissing Park

A named city neighborhood covering about 1.2 square miles.

Wyomissing

Adjacent to Reading, it is the most populous borough in Berks County, with about 11,100 residents after merging with Wyomissing Hills in 2002.

Mount Penn

A borough of about 3,200 residents bordering the city to the east, named for the mountain whose Pagoda overlooks Reading.

Reading Areas We Serve

Centre Park

Historic district of large Victorian rowhomes and mansions, with tall, steep stairs and street parking.

Downtown and Penn Street

Apartments and lofts in older buildings, some with small elevators or walk-up stairs.

Northeast Reading and Hampden Heights

Rowhomes, twins and single homes on the hillside streets below Mount Penn.

Let’s Plan Your Friendly Move Together!


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