Dover, PA Movers

Family-owned since 2019 • Licensed & insured • Local & long-distance moves, packing, and storage

Best Dover, PA Moving Company

Dover is a small borough in northern York County, northwest of the city of York along Route 74. It dates back to the 1760s, and the older blocks around Main Street and Canal Street still have that small-town feel. Our York County movers move families, first-time buyers, and renters in Dover all year, from borough homes to the subdivisions in the surrounding township. Whether you are moving across Dover or across the country, we plan each job around your home and your schedule.

Homes in the borough are mostly older single homes, twins, and some apartments. Many have narrow stairs, small entry halls, and parking on the street. We look at the route from the front door to the truck before moving day, pad the banisters and door frames, and take apart beds and big furniture when they will not make the turn. If a piece will not fit, we tell you up front. We also protect floors with runners and moving blankets so older hardwood and new carpet both make it through the day.

Around the borough, Dover Township has a lot of newer neighborhoods with split-levels, ranch homes, and two-story houses with basements and garages. These are full-house moves with a lot of boxes, tools, and outdoor gear, so we plan crew size and truck space ahead of time. We also do plenty of smaller jobs, like moving out of an apartment or taking a few pieces to a new place. First-time buyers moving out of a rental are a big part of our work here, and we are glad to help with a small load.

Route 74 (Carlisle Road) is the main road through the Dover area, and it gets busy at rush hour with traffic heading toward York. We plan start times around it when we can, and we build the drive into your quote so the time on moving day is not a surprise. Need extra help? Our packing and unpacking service can pack your kitchen and fragile items, and our storage can hold your things if your closing dates do not match.

We also move families in nearby Manchester, Weigelstown, and York. A & M Friendly Movers is family-owned since 2019, and we treat every Dover 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 717-844-5125 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

★★★★★

“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

★★★★★

“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.”

Andrew V

★★★★★

“Matt and his team moved us across 8 states with care, concern, and pride. The very, very best. Can’t say enough good things.”

Harvey Polansky

Dover, PA Moving Services

Local Moving

Moves across Dover and all of York 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.

Dover, PA Weather

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

DOVER, PA WEATHER

Dover at a Glance

1,940

Population

40.9 years

Median Age

$206,200

Median Home Value

$75,347

Median Household Income

24.2 min

Average Commute

66.6% Own

Own vs. Rent

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

Schools Near Dover, PA

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

Always confirm your school zone with Dover Area School District.

Places to Eat in Dover

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

Moonlight Café

Italian • View on Yelp

Greer's Burger Garage

Burgers • View on Yelp

Route 74 Restaurant

Diner • View on Yelp

Dover Valley Restaurant

Family restaurant • View on Yelp

Taqueria El Camino

Mexican • View on Yelp

Things to Do in Dover

Dover Community Park

Township park on West Canal Road with a pavilion, gazebo, veterans memorial, and the old Dover jail. • Map

Gifford Pinchot State Park

State park with a large lake for boating, fishing, and camping north of Dover. • Map

Ski Roundtop

Ski area and summer adventure park in northern York County. • Map

York Central Market

Historic indoor market in downtown York with local food stands. • Map

Heritage Rail Trail County Park

Paved rail trail that runs through downtown York and south to Maryland. • Map

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

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

Access

Move time in Dover depends on narrow stairs and street parking in older borough homes, full basements and garages in township subdivisions, and rush-hour traffic on Route 74.

Add-Ons

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

Dover, PA Moving FAQs

Yes. We plan around narrow stairs, small halls, and street parking in older Dover homes, and we pad everything before we start.

Yes. We handle full-house moves from split-levels, ranches, and two-story homes, including basements and garages.

We offer storage, so your things can wait until your new home is ready. Call 717-844-5125 to plan it.

Yes. A & M Friendly Movers is fully licensed and insured, and we have been family-owned and operated since 2019.

Ready to Move In or Out of Dover?

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

Dover Areas We Serve

Borough center

Older single homes, twins, and apartments around Main Street and Canal Street, where narrow stairs and street parking shape the move.

Dover Township subdivisions

Newer split-levels, ranches, and two-story homes with basements and garages around the borough.

Route 74 corridor

Homes and businesses along Carlisle Road between Dover and York, including the Weigelstown area.

Let’s Plan Your Friendly Move Together!


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