Budget Hauling Inc. Review 2026 (North Highlands, CA)
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Budget Hauling Inc. is a 3.3/5-rated California full-service mover. Budget Hauling Inc. earns 92% positive reviews across 75 verified customer reviews. All ratings reflect moveBuddha's independent analysis.
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Budget Hauling Inc. at a glance
- Industry experience: 3/5
- Customer service: 3/5
- Review quality: 3.5/5
- Quote accuracy: 3.76/5
Budget Hauling Inc.'s services
- Full-service moving
- Packing & Unpacking
- Interstate moving
- Local (intrastate) moving
- International moving
- Storage: Offered by 65% of North Highlands movers (60% nationally)
- Piano moving: A specialty offered by 41% of North Highlands movers (40% nationally)
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Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 3.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Budget Hauling Inc. has been in business for many years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.
Review quality 3.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Budget Hauling Inc. has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 75 total reviews.
Quote accuracy 3.7
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Budget Hauling Inc..
Customer service 3.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Budget Hauling Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
Budget Hauling has helped us move three times. They packed fragile antiques and glass furniture with care, and nothing was broken or damaged during our out-of-state move.
We needed five heavy items moved, including a piano and glass table. Budget Hauling finished carefully in under two hours for $588, less than half another estimate, and booked us that same week.
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What do customers say about Budget Hauling Inc.?
Budget Hauling Inc. pulls in 92% positive reviews out of 75 verified ratings from multiple platforms, 8% negative, and 0% neutral.
What customers like most about Budget Hauling Inc.
- Experienced movers: With years of experience, Budget Hauling Inc.'s crew brought confidence and know-how to each move.
- Affordable rates: Many reviewers found Budget Hauling Inc. to be more budget-friendly than competitors without sacrificing quality.
- Flexibility: Clients liked that Budget Hauling Inc. was willing to adjust schedules or accommodate last-minute changes.
- Careful handling: Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to Budget Hauling Inc.'s attention to detail.
- Quick moving process: The team at Budget Hauling Inc. often gets the job done faster than expected, saving clients time.
Most common complaints about Budget Hauling Inc.
- Damage to items: Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.
- Misplaced or lost items: In some cases, belongings went missing or were delivered to the wrong location.
- Damage to home: Customers reported scratched floors, dinged walls, or other property damage during the move.
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Leave a ReviewPositive Budget Hauling Inc. Reviews
John Chambers, Google
Budget Hauling has helped us move three times. They packed fragile antiques and glass furniture with care, and nothing was broken or damaged during our out-of-state move.
Kelsey Knorp, Google
We needed five heavy items moved, including a piano and glass table. Budget Hauling finished carefully in under two hours for $588, less than half another estimate, and booked us that same week.
Allen O'Brien, Google
They squeezed me in the next morning, upgraded my service for free, and moved everything efficiently. Eric and Davey were upbeat, respectful, and easy to work with.
Negative Budget Hauling Inc. Reviews
Jeffrey Elder, Google
They damaged almost every piece of furniture, lost several items including a guitar and decorative table, and delivered a mirror that was not ours. Furniture and frames arrived chipped, scratched, and in poor condition.
Kathleen Tomajan, Google
Several furniture pieces were damaged after items were packed without consistent wrapping and stacked unevenly in a POD. An antique table set was ruined. The company disputed responsibility when contacted.
Tangelar Davis, Google
The movers left bed hardware at the old home, placed a TV mount upside down, failed to center a TV, and did not assemble the bed after a $1,200 service.
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How moveBuddha rated Budget Hauling Inc.
Budget Hauling Inc. earns a 3.3/5 composite rating based on moveBuddha's editorial rating categories. That's below the 3.7/5 average among North Highlands movers. moveBuddha's research team rates each category independently, and each one measures a different aspect of mover quality.
| Rating category | Budget Hauling Inc. | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| Industry experience | 3/5 | Years in operation, fleet size & locations |
| Review quality | 3.5/5 | Volume & sentiment of customer reviews |
| Customer service | 3/5 | Communication clarity & crew professionalism |
| Quote accuracy | 3.76/5 | Estimate vs. final invoice on sample moves |
| Google reviews | 3/5 | Google Business Profile rating & review volume |
| Yelp reviews | 3/5 | Yelp rating & review volume |
| BBB | 3/5 | The company's BBB letter grade (A–F) & complaint resolution history (translated to a corresponding numerical score) |
| Brand | 3/5 | Market presence & industry recognition |
Our summary of Budget Hauling Inc.
Piano expertise, last-minute help: 92% of 75 reviews are positive. Many customers point to efficient crews, careful packing, punctual arrivals, responsive scheduling, and difficult heavy-item moves, with some reports of damaged or missing items. On the downside, some customers mention incomplete work, disputed charges, and slow resolution of damage claims.
Ratings based on moveBuddha's research methodology, updated November 2026.
How much does Budget Hauling Inc. cost?
Budget Hauling Inc. does not publish standard hourly rates or flat-fee pricing publicly. Movers in North Highlands charge an average of $143/hour, though rates vary by company. Quote pricing depends on home size, distance, packing services, and time of year. To get an accurate estimate, request a quote directly or use moveBuddha's cost calculator below.
Estimated for a typical 2-3 bedroom California move
$990 – $2,286
How does Budget Hauling Inc. compare to other North Highlands movers?
Budget Hauling Inc. ranks alongside the top full-service movers in North Highlands on moveBuddha's editorial scoring. The table below compares ratings, positive review rates, and years in business across the top North Highlands movers.
| Company | Our rating | Positive reviews | BBB | Quote |
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4.58 |
81% | A | ||
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4.52 |
93% | A+ | ||
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4.52 |
94% | A+ | ||
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4.48 |
82% | A+ | ||
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4.52 |
87% | A+ | ||
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4.42 |
96% | A+ | ||
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4.44 |
90% | A+ | ||
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4.38 |
81% | A+ | ||
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4.42 |
83% | A+ | ||
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4.38 |
75% | A+ |
Final verdict: Budget Hauling Inc.
Budget Hauling Inc. earns a 3.3/5 moveBuddha score, backed by 92% positive customer reviews across 75 verified reviews. Budget Hauling Inc. has built a reputation for experienced movers and affordable rates, making it worth a look for your California move.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated November 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
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FAQs about Budget Hauling Inc.
How does Budget Hauling Inc.'s review score compare to other California movers?
Budget Hauling Inc. earns 92% positive customer reviews across 75 verified customer reviews. Its composite moveBuddha score is 3.3/5. That's above the 91% average among North Highlands movers, and above the 91% California average.
What services does Budget Hauling Inc. offer?
Budget Hauling Inc. is a full-service mover operating in California. Confirm specific services like packing, storage, and specialty item handling directly when requesting a quote.
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