June 17, 2026
Preparing for Moving Day
The process of moving starts long before the movers arrive at your home. Follow these steps to prepare:
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Planning a Move Out of Horseheads
Horseheads carries its history in its name, dating back to the Sullivan Expedition of 1779, but the town itself keeps moving forward. Around Hanover Square, you find older village homes with character and quirks: plaster walls, steep staircases, and porches that have hosted a hundred summers. Push out from the village core and the streets turn to newer subdivisions with two-car garages and finished basements that fill up fast.
We move both, and they are different jobs. Older village homes call for door and banister padding, careful stair work, and trucks positioned on streets that were not drawn with moving day in mind. Subdivision moves are about volume: full basements, garage gyms, patio sets, and playrooms. Either way, our crews show up with a plan, and our warehouse ten minutes away means storage is always an option if your closing dates drift apart. Among moving companies in Horseheads, that proximity is hard to beat.
Our Services for Horseheads Residents
Local moving
Moves within Horseheads, down to Elmira, over to Big Flats and Corning, and across the Southern Tier.
Long-distance moving
As United Van Lines Agent 901, we relocate Horseheads families to any state with one point of contact the whole way.
Corporate relocation
Employer-sponsored moves handled with the documentation and scheduling HR departments expect.
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Packing and unpacking
Full or partial packing by trained crews, and unpacking at the destination so you settle in faster.
Storage
Short and long-term climate-controlled storage in our 65,000 square foot Elmira facility, ten minutes from the village.
Fine art and antiques
Museum-grade crating and transport through Naglee Fine Arts for the pieces that matter most.
What Sets Our Horseheads Movers Apart
Ten minutes away
Over a century of local moves
No brokered moves
Verifiable credentials
A Mover You Can Look Up
Before you trust anyone with your household, check their record. Naglee Moving & Storage holds federal and state operating authority, Military Certified Relocation and Storage Provider status, and Authorized New York State Vendor approval, with more than 55 years as a United Van Lines agent. Our history is public, and we are proud of it.
Trusted Moving and Storage Solutions Since 1912
Serving Customers Since 1912
100+ Years of Experience
65,000+ Square Feet of Warehouse Space
Museum-Quality Fine Art Storage
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Trusted by Healthcare, Higher Education, Government, and Corporate Clients
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Areas We Serve
Naglee Moving & Storage is based at 1525 Grand Central Avenue in Elmira and serves the entire Southern Tier. Our crews regularly work in Horseheads, Big Flats, Pine City, Southport, West Elmira, and Elmira Heights, along with Corning, Ithaca, Binghamton, and Rochester. Through the United Van Lines network, we move families and businesses anywhere in the country and around the world.
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June 17, 2026
June 17, 2026
How to Pack Your Kitchen
Packing your kitchen can sometimes be one of the most overwhelming parts of your move.
June 17, 2026
How to Pack Your Dining Room
If you are preparing to move out of your house, it is important to start by gathering all of the essential packing supplies:
June 17, 2026
How to Move a Washer or Dryer
A failure to properly prep and secure the drums on these appliances can result in costly repairs.
June 17, 2026
How to Pack China and Glassware
Pack dishes in a dishpacks. A dishpack is sturdier than a typical packing box and is used for fragile items such as dishes and collectibles.
June 17, 2026
How to Request a Change of Address
One of the first things to do when you’re moving is to submit a change of address with the Post Office.
June 10, 2026
How to Pack Your Family Room
Before you start packing up your family room, make sure you have all the supplies you will need:
June 10, 2026
Preparing to Move into a New Home
Congratulations on your new home! Moving into a new house can be an exciting time.
June 10, 2026
How to Pack Your Bedroom
Ready to start packing up your bedroom? Start the process off right by gathering all of the packing supplies you will need:
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
We answer the questions people actually ask before hiring a mover: licensing, coverage, pricing, and what happens on moving day.
How much do movers in Horseheads, NY cost?
Pricing reflects home size, distance, and any added services such as packing or storage. Horseheads sits minutes from our facility, so travel charges stay minimal. Call for a free estimate.
When should I book movers in Horseheads?
Aim for four to six weeks ahead. Summer weekends and the start and end of each month book first. Corporate relocations on a deadline should call as soon as dates are known.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes, always free and without obligation. Larger homes get an in-person survey for an accurate count.
How long has Naglee served Horseheads?
More than 110 years. The company was founded next door in Elmira Heights in 1912 and has worked in Horseheads ever since.
Will you disassemble and reassemble furniture?
Yes. Beds, sectionals, tables, and exercise equipment are broken down, hardware is tracked, and everything is rebuilt where you want it.
What if my new home is not ready on moving day?
Our climate-controlled warehouse holds your belongings for days, months, or longer, ten minutes from Horseheads, until you are ready for delivery.
