Franklin, MI

Movers in Franklin, MI

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Franklin Movers

The Most Trusted Moving Company in Franklin, MI

Franklin Village is one of the most distinctive communities in Oakland County. Tucked along the Franklin Road corridor near Twelve Mile Road and the Bloomfield Hills border, the village is defined by large wooded lots, long private driveways, and substantial estate homes that hold significant value in both real estate and personal property. The homes here often contain antique furniture, original artwork, and high-end pieces that require more than a standard move. They require a crew that treats wrapping every item as a non-negotiable step, not an upsell. That is exactly how every Mantis crew operates on a Franklin job.

Hourly pricing is actually more favorable to Franklin estate owners than flat-rate pricing. A flat-rate company looking at a large Franklin home with a long driveway and significant furnishings will build in substantial padding to cover their worst-case estimate. You pay that buffer whether the job needs it or not. With Mantis charging by the hour, if your estate move takes ten hours you pay for ten. If the crew is efficient and finishes in eight, you pay for eight. The rate is transparent from the start. The crew wraps everything, navigates the driveway carefully, and places every item where you direct. The bill reflects what actually happened.

Moving into or out of a Franklin Village estate also requires advance planning on the access side. Long and sometimes curving driveways near the Stoney Creek area require assessment to determine truck approach, staging, and whether multiple loads are more practical than a single very large truck. We handle that planning before move day so there are no surprises once the crew arrives. Every piece of furniture leaves your Franklin home wrapped in heavy-duty moving blankets. Every fragile or high-value item is discussed during the estimate call so the crew knows what they are handling before they walk through your door.

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Services in Franklin

Moving Services for Franklin Residents

Every service below is priced by the hour, not a flat rate. You pay for actual time worked and nothing else.

Local Moving in Franklin, MI

Franklin to Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, or Beverly Hills is a short-distance local move. Hourly pricing keeps these jobs fairly priced. You pay for the actual time the crew works, including careful wrapping of high-value furnishings, not a flat rate that assumes the worst and charges for it upfront.

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Residential Moving in Franklin, MI

Franklin Village residential moves require a higher standard of care. Large floor plans, high-value furnishings, antiques, and long driveways all factor into the job. We wrap every piece before it moves, assess driveway access in advance, and price the entire job hourly so you pay for actual time rather than a padded flat-rate estimate.

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Apartment Moving in Franklin, MI

Franklin area apartment and condo moves receive the same level of care as our estate moves. We protect all common areas, work within building access requirements, and price the move by the hour so the final bill matches the actual scope of work.

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Commercial Moving in Franklin, MI

Office and business moves in the Franklin and Bloomfield Hills area require precision and minimal downtime. We move office furniture, equipment, and valuables with the same careful approach we use on estate moves. Every commercial job is priced hourly with no surprise overages at the end.

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Labor Only Moving in Franklin, MI

If you have arranged your own truck or PODS container for your Franklin move, Mantis supplies the loading and unloading crew. We bring all equipment including moving blankets for high-value items. Labor-only jobs are billed hourly with a two-hour minimum. You handle the truck. We handle the work.

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Senior Moving in Franklin, MI

Senior moves in Franklin require patience, extra care with valuable personal property, and a crew that does not rush. We coordinate every detail, handle specialty and sentimental pieces with full attention, and price the move hourly so a careful, unhurried job is still fairly billed. No pressure, no shortcuts.

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Long Distance Moving from Franklin, MI

Moving a Franklin estate out of state? A one-way truck rental combined with Mantis loading labor often costs considerably less than a national mover's flat rate. We load high-value items with long-distance packing protocols and price the loading portion by the hour.

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Storage Services in Franklin, MI

If your Franklin estate move requires a gap between move-out and move-in dates, Mantis loads your belongings into a storage unit or PODS container and retrieves them on your timeline. We handle high-value items with the same care as a standard move and price every stage of the job by the hour.

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How It Works

How Our Franklin Moves Work

Three steps. No fine print. The clock only runs while we are actually working.

1

Call or Submit a Quote

Call (248) 773-4884, text, or fill out the form at the top of this page. Tell us your Franklin address, the move date, the size of the home, and any high-value or specialty items that require extra handling. You get a written hourly estimate the same day. No commitment required to get the number.

2

We Plan Your Move

Franklin estate moves require real advance planning. We assess the driveway approach for truck access and staging, confirm crew size based on home square footage, and note any high-value items that require specific handling techniques. You get a confirmed arrival window in writing. The crew arrives fully briefed on your property and its specific requirements.

3

Hourly Clock Starts at Your Door

The crew arrives on time with a fully equipped truck. We do a five-minute walkthrough, confirm priorities and high-value item handling, and the clock starts when the first item moves. Every piece is wrapped before it leaves the room. The clock stops when the last piece is placed and you have approved the final walkthrough. That time is your bill. Nothing else.

By the Numbers

Why Franklin Chooses Mantis Moving

10+ Years Serving Metro Detroit
100% Show Rate
Hourly Pricing Model
A+ BBB Rating
Customer Reviews

What Franklin Customers Say

★★★★★
The head mover Chris and his team were consummate professionals. Elliot and Brady did a great job on quoting. The experience was excellent from start to finish. I would strongly recommend their services. We were completely satisfied!
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David Levy
★★★★★
Nothing but great things to say about this company. They were on time, affordable, transported everything safely and in a timely manner. We will definitely use them in the future.
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Ashley Ashley
★★★★★
I had an amazing experience with this moving company. They handled a huge amount of heavy equipment for my job, and everything was moved and set up perfectly. The crew was fantastic to work with — super friendly, professional, and actually made the whole process enjoyable. Highly recommend them!
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Lexus LeGardy
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Franklin Movers

How does hourly pricing work for a Franklin estate move?
Mantis charges by the hour, not a flat rate. Franklin Village estate homes require more time due to large floor plans, long driveways, and high-value furnishings that must be wrapped individually. With hourly pricing, you pay for the actual time the job takes. A flat-rate company builds in a buffer and collects it regardless of how the job goes. If the crew works efficiently and finishes ahead of the estimate, you pay the shorter time. The rate is transparent from the start.
How do you handle high-value antiques and artwork in Franklin Village homes?
Every piece of furniture on a Franklin move is wrapped in heavy-duty moving blankets before it leaves the room, without exception. Antiques, artwork, and fragile decorative items receive extra padding and are loaded last so they are unloaded first. For extremely high-value or irreplaceable pieces, we discuss specific handling requirements during the estimate call so the crew arrives prepared for what is in your home.
Can you navigate long wooded driveways in Franklin?
Yes. Long and sometimes winding driveways are a common feature of Franklin Village properties near the Stoney Creek area. We assess the driveway approach when you book so we know whether to use a single large truck or plan multiple staged loads. Any extra carry distance between the home and the truck is factored into the estimate honestly. There are no surprise upcharges on move day.
How far in advance should I book movers for a Franklin estate?
For large Franklin estate moves, booking three to four weeks ahead is ideal. Estate moves typically require a larger crew and more truck capacity, both of which need to be scheduled in advance. Summer weekends fill especially fast. For off-season and weekday moves we can often accommodate shorter lead times. Call us with your date and home size and we will give you a direct availability answer.
Do you offer labor-only help for Franklin PODS or U-Haul rentals?
Yes. If you have arranged your own truck or PODS container and need professional loading and unloading labor, Mantis Moving offers labor-only services in Franklin. We bring all equipment including dollies, straps, moving blankets, and stretch wrap. Labor-only jobs are billed hourly with a two-hour minimum. You handle the truck reservation. We handle the physical work.
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