Meathead Movers Review 2026 (Newport Beach, CA)
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3.3/5
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Meathead Movers is a 3.3/5-rated California full-service mover. Meathead Movers earns 90% positive reviews across 371 verified customer reviews. The company holds active FMCSA registration and operates 53 trucks. All ratings reflect moveBuddha's independent analysis.
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Meathead Movers at a glance
- Scale: 53 trucks operating across California
- Industry experience: 3/5
- Customer service: 3/5
- Review quality: 3.5/5
- Quote accuracy: 3.76/5
Meathead Movers' services
- Full-service moving
- Packing & Unpacking
- Labor-only moving: Offered by 25% of Newport Beach movers (31% nationally)
- Interstate moving
- Local (intrastate) moving
- Storage: Offered by 54% of Newport Beach movers (63% nationally)
What this Meathead Movers review covers
Respectful of property
Quick moving process
Careful handling
Helpful movers
Efficient service
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Company stats
Read full reviewIndustry experience 3.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Meathead Movers has been in business for many years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 3.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Meathead Movers has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 371 total reviews.
Quote accuracy 3.7
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Meathead Movers.
Customer service 3.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Meathead Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
The crew was great! Showed up exactly on time, were really efficient, and super careful / helpful breaking everything down and setting it up again. Would definitely use again.
Ricardo and co worked with amazing speed and took great care of the items I wanted moved. Would 1000% use them again and/or refer them to anybody who needs skilled and efficient workers.
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What do customers say about Meathead Movers?
Meathead Movers pulls in 90% positive reviews out of 371 verified ratings from multiple platforms, 9% negative, and 2% neutral.
What customers like most about Meathead Movers
- Respectful of property: Customers appreciated how carefully Meathead Movers's team maneuvered furniture through tight spaces without damaging walls or floors.
- Quick moving process: The team at Meathead Movers often gets the job done faster than expected, saving clients time.
- Careful handling: Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to Meathead Movers's attention to detail.
- Helpful movers: Movers were more than just muscle—they offered guidance and went above and beyond to assist customers.
- Efficient service: Many customers praise Meathead Movers for completing moves smoothly and with minimal downtime.
Most common complaints about Meathead Movers
- Damage to items: Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.
- Higher-than-expected costs: Final bills were occasionally much higher than initial estimates, upsetting customers.
- Unexpected charges: Hidden fees or surprise costs caused dissatisfaction among some Meathead Movers clients.
Positive Meathead Movers Reviews
Erica Scola, Google
The crew was great! Showed up exactly on time, were really efficient, and super careful / helpful breaking everything down and setting it up again. Would definitely use again.
Seth Nelson Odyssey, Google
Ricardo and co worked with amazing speed and took great care of the items I wanted moved. Would 1000% use them again and/or refer them to anybody who needs skilled and efficient workers.
Lynda Jones, Google
The guys a Meatheadmovers are the best. They are courteous efficient and respectful. They go out of their way to help you. I cannot recommend them enough!!!
Negative Meathead Movers Reviews
sonia edwards, Google
Hired them to move a single antique buffet. A mover broke its custom marble top, and the company offered $200 toward repairs estimated at $5,000. They charged $900 for 15 miles.
Lilia Tanakeyowma, Google
They were rushed and did not pack with care. Dresser and desk drawers lacked packing material, artwork was damaged or broken, and a new sofa pillow was missing.
Kay Durst, Google
Bill started out $800 and I wound up paying $1,400. It took almost an hour to put together a standard bed frame, and heavier boxes were left in the new garage.
Neutral Meathead Movers Reviews
David Castro, Google
The salesperson misquoted the job, so my costs were much higher on moving day. The movers, though, were hustlers and offered great service.
Brett Dulyea, Google
The guys were nice, but labeling was poor. Separate quotes made the total $13K instead of the $10K I expected, and unpacking was not included.
PriscillA Schultz, Google
The loaders took much longer than estimated, and some furniture was scratched or chipped. They could not initially fit everything in the truck, but the unloaders were terrific.
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Is Meathead Movers licensed & insured?
Yes. Meathead Movers is FMCSA-registered and active, operating under the legal name MEATHEAD MOVERS INC. The company runs 53 trucks. moveBuddha verifies all licensing data directly against FMCSA records.
| Credential | Status | Verified |
|---|---|---|
| FMCSA registration | Active | 10/21/2026 |
| Fleet size | 53 power units | 10/21/2026 |
When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC). Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice. You can verify Meathead Movers' active status on the California licensed movers database.
Meathead Movers locations
Meathead Movers has 11 locations:
- Meathead Movers (headquarters)
- Westlake Village
- Long Beach
- Fresno
- Santa Maria
- Vista
- Bakersfield
- Hayward
- Oxnard
- Temecula
- Riverside
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How moveBuddha rated Meathead Movers
Meathead Movers earns a 3.3/5 composite rating based on moveBuddha's editorial rating categories. That's below the 3.6/5 average among Newport Beach movers. moveBuddha's research team rates each category independently, and each one measures a different aspect of mover quality.
| Rating category | Meathead Movers | 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 Meathead Movers
Fast hands, careful moves, costly exceptions. Across 371 customer reviews, 89.8% are positive, with customers praising respectful treatment of property, quick work, careful handling, helpful crews, and efficient service. Many say Meathead Movers performed better than other movers they had tried or considered, especially on speed and protection. Negative feedback points to damaged belongings, bills above expectations, and unexpected charges. A smaller set also reports delays, incomplete work, and slow claim handling, showing that service quality can depend on the crew and the move details.
Ratings based on moveBuddha's research methodology, updated October 2026.
How much does Meathead Movers cost?
Meathead Movers does not publish standard hourly rates or flat-fee pricing publicly. Movers in Newport Beach charge an average of $128/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 Meathead Movers compare to other Newport Beach movers?
Meathead Movers ranks alongside the top full-service movers in Newport Beach on moveBuddha's editorial scoring. The table below compares ratings, positive review rates, and years in business across the top Newport Beach movers.
| Company | Our rating | Positive reviews | BBB | Quote |
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4.66 |
76% | A+ | ||
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4.52 |
97% | A+ | ||
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4.5 |
94% | A+ | ||
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4.58 |
95% | A+ | ||
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4.48 |
99% | B- | ||
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4.5 |
91% | B- | ||
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4.44 |
89% | B+ | ||
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4.3 |
73% | A+ | ||
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4.44 |
96% | A+ | ||
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4.5 |
78% | A+ |
Final verdict: Meathead Movers
Meathead Movers earns a 3.3/5 moveBuddha score, backed by 90% positive customer reviews across 371 verified reviews. Meathead Movers has built a reputation for respectful of property and quick moving process, making it worth a look for your California move.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
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FAQs about Meathead Movers
How long has Meathead Movers been in business?
Meathead Movers' exact founding year is not publicly listed. The company is FMCSA-registered and active.
How does Meathead Movers' review score compare to other California movers?
Meathead Movers earns 90% positive customer reviews across 371 verified customer reviews. Its composite moveBuddha score is 3.3/5. That's below the 91% average among Newport Beach movers, and below the 91% California average.
Does Meathead Movers require a deposit?
How much deposit Meathead Movers asks for depends on your move type and timing. Most California full-service movers either require no deposit or a small holding deposit to secure your booking date. Confirm deposit terms directly when requesting your quote.
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