Rhode Island's small size may suggest that any local mover automatically covers the whole state, but practical service depends on the address, access and type of job. An apartment in Providence, a Warwick house, a Newport move or a relocation to Block Island may require different loading windows, routes and logistics. Before requesting prices, decide whether you need transport only, packing, disassembly, storage or a delivery coordinated with a ferry.
The Motor Carriers Division of the Rhode Island Division of Public Utilities and Carriers regulates for-hire household-goods carriers operating within the state. The agency says common carriers must file approved tariffs, keep them available for inspection and obtain a certificate after showing fitness and public need. For an intrastate move, ask for the authority number and applicable tariff; for a route into Massachusetts or another state, check federal registration as well.
The public Licensed Movers directory published on December 17, 2025 lists Chris Corrigan Moving, Inc. dba Corrigan Moving Company in Central Falls and JMR Holdings, Inc. dba Coutu Bros. Moving in Warwick. Corrigan publishes residential, commercial and municipal moving, packing and unpacking, piano and heavy-item services, with service advertised across Rhode Island and New England. Coutu combines local and long-distance moves with storage, packing and specialty handling, and offers estimate forms for homes or offices.
This editorial comparison rests on presence in the state directory, identifiable addresses and concrete service menus, not on a guarantee that either company is right for every move. Favorable comments reviewed mention professional treatment, punctuality, careful handling and communication. These are customer accounts; the guide does not turn them into certification, and Google figures remain in each location's metadata.
Ask for estimates based on the same inventory and itemize labor, travel, materials, packing, storage and special-item charges. The filed or approved tariff should match the service described in the contract. Request the bill of lading and coverage statement, clarify whether the estimate is binding and ask how to file a claim. For island routes or limited access, confirm who coordinates the final leg and any auxiliary transportation.
Corrigan accepts quote requests through its website, and Coutu provides a form for origin, destination, home size and date. Read the profiles of Corrigan Moving Company in Central Falls and Coutu Bros. Moving in Warwick.
Sources consulted
- Responsibilities and jurisdiction of Motor Carriers Division — Rhode Island Division of Public Utilities and Carriers.
- Licensed Movers directory, December 17, 2025 — Rhode Island DPUC.
- Motor carrier forms and tariff — Rhode Island DPUC.
- FMCSA mover search — Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Services — Corrigan Moving Company.
- Contact and quote — Corrigan Moving Company.
- Google review data for exact branch — LocalMovers.com.
- Company logo — Official company website.
- Company truck or crew photo — Official company website.
- Moving services — Coutu Bros. Moving & Storage.
- Contact and quote — Coutu Bros. Moving & Storage.
- Company logo — Official company website.
- Company truck or crew photo — Official company website.
Research checked on October 18, 2026 against state agencies, federal sources, official company websites and public Google Maps listings for the stated branches. Inclusion is based on published authority and advertised services; it does not guarantee availability for every address or date. Confirm the carrier, service area, inventory, charges, coverage and terms in the contract. Ratings and review counts are stored in records, not repeated in the narrative.
Rhode Island regulates licences and tariffs: verify the carrier in the latest directory and compare estimates that describe your exact route.
Options to compare
These options relate to the question. Read each profile and check current details before deciding.
Residential, commercial, municipal and senior moves; packing, unpacking, pianos and heavy items; service advertised across Rhode Island and New England.
Residential, commercial, municipal and senior moves; packing, unpacking, pianos and heavy items; service advertised across Rhode Island and New England.
Local and long-distance moving, packing, storage, piano and safe handling, and white-glove service; company says it handles moves within Rhode Island and nationwide.
Local and long-distance moving, packing, storage, piano and safe handling, and white-glove service; company says it handles moves within Rhode Island and nationwide.
Sources & references
Sources for the information and reporting discussed in this guide.
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Official website of Corrigan Moving Company ↗
Primary source
Corrigan Moving Company · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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official form to ask about service and request an estimate ↗
Primary source
Corrigan Moving Company · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Licensed Movers directory ↗
Primary source
Rhode Island DPUC · Accessed October 18, 2026
Lists Chris Corrigan Moving Inc dba Corrigan Moving Company, MC 284, 169 Cowden Street.
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Official website of Corrigan Moving Company ↗
Primary source
Official company website · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Official website of Corrigan Moving Company ↗
Primary source
Official company website · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Responsibilities and jurisdiction of Motor Carriers Division ↗
Primary source
Rhode Island Division of Public Utilities and Carriers · Accessed October 18, 2026
Explica la competencia regulatoria, certificados y tarifas aprobadas para household-goods movers.
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Licensed Movers directory, December 17, 2025 ↗
Primary source
Rhode Island DPUC · Accessed October 18, 2026
Directorio estatal público consultado: lista Corrigan MC 284 y JMR Holdings/Coutu Bros MC 388 con direcciones de RI.
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Motor carrier forms and tariff ↗
Primary source
Rhode Island DPUC · Accessed October 18, 2026
Formularios de motor carrier y documentación tarifaria.
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FMCSA mover search ↗
Primary source
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration · Accessed October 18, 2026
Herramienta para revisar transportistas de mudanzas interestatales.
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Official website of Coutu Bros. Moving & Storage ↗
Primary source
Coutu Bros. Moving & Storage · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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official form to ask about service and request an estimate ↗
Primary source
Coutu Bros. Moving & Storage · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Licensed Movers directory ↗
Primary source
Rhode Island DPUC · Accessed October 18, 2026
Lists JMR Holdings Inc dba Coutu Bros., MC 388; directory dated Dec. 17, 2025.
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Motor carrier jurisdiction and tariffs ↗
Primary source
Rhode Island DPUC · Accessed October 18, 2026
Explains DPUC oversight and tariff filing for household-goods carriers.
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Official website of Coutu Bros. Moving & Storage ↗
Primary source
Official company website · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Official website of Coutu Bros. Moving & Storage ↗
Primary source
Official company website · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Responsibilities and jurisdiction of Motor Carriers Division ↗
Primary source
Rhode Island Division of Public Utilities and Carriers · Accessed October 18, 2026
Explica la competencia regulatoria, certificados y tarifas aprobadas para household-goods movers.
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Licensed Movers directory, December 17, 2025 ↗
Primary source
Rhode Island DPUC · Accessed October 18, 2026
Directorio estatal público consultado: lista Corrigan MC 284 y JMR Holdings/Coutu Bros MC 388 con direcciones de RI.
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Motor carrier forms and tariff ↗
Primary source
Rhode Island DPUC · Accessed October 18, 2026
Formularios de motor carrier y documentación tarifaria.
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FMCSA mover search ↗
Primary source
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration · Accessed October 18, 2026
Herramienta para revisar transportistas de mudanzas interestatales.
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Google review data for exact branch ↗
Secondary source
LocalMovers.com · Accessed October 18, 2026
Secondary review index shows Google 4.5/172 for the 169 Cowden St branch; recheck the live Google listing.