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.
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★★★★★
“These guys were terrific. They were on time, they never stopped, super nice guys. Not one piece of furniture scratched, nothing broke. I highly recommend them.”
Mary Bane
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“Extremely responsive, professional, and most of all they move furniture well. Fast but very cautious too. You can tell they know what they are doing.”
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“Matt and his team moved us across 8 states with care, concern, and pride. The very, very best. Can’t say enough good things.”
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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 • View on Yelp
Casa Mia's Restaurant
Italian, Greek, crab cakes • View on Yelp
The Manor Tavern
American (Monkton) • View on Yelp
The Milton Inn
Fine dining (Sparks Glencoe) • View on Yelp
Dough Run
Cafe (Monkton) • View on Yelp
The Filling Station
Coffee shop (Sparks Glencoe) • View on Yelp
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.
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.
Ready to Move In or Out of Hereford?
Tell us your move date and address, and we will send a clear, upfront quote.
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.