Best Movers Near Lake Havasu City, AZ (2026 Reviews)
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Smooth Moving Service is Lake Havasu City's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.12/5 , followed by Ace Moving at 4.48/5. moveBuddha scored 3 movers based in Lake Havasu City out of 100 reviewed across Arizona, drawing on 98 verified customer reviews across Arizona.
Local movers in Lake Havasu City charge by the hour. The AZ average is $85/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Lake Havasu City moving companies compare?
Lake Havasu City's 3 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Lake Havasu City, with a market average of 3.84/5, drawing on 98 verified customer reviews across Arizona. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Lake Havasu City from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Lake Havasu City address.
Proximity to Lake Havasu City is a ranking factor, so a mover ranked higher on the list may have a lower score than one ranked below. A nearby company can outrank a higher-scored mover based further out. Each company's positive review rate and BBB rating are included so you can compare quality and reputation side by side.
| Company | Our rating | Positive reviews | BBB | Quote |
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4.12 |
96% | A+ | ||
4.48 |
N/A | A+ | ||
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3.78 |
100% | N/A | ||
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3.62 |
100% | N/A |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Lake Havasu City?
Smooth Moving Service is Lake Havasu City's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.12/5, followed by Ace Moving at 4.48/5.
Each review profile below covers pricing transparency, crew quality, and claims handling, the 3 factors most predictive of move-day outcome, alongside each company's BBB grade, years in business, and positive review rate.
moveBuddha scored 3 Lake Havasu City movers drawing on 98 verified customer reviews across Arizona, with a market average score of 3.84/5. Rankings include movers based in Lake Havasu City and those serving the area from nearby locations. Proximity is a ranking factor, so a mover's position in the list below does not always correspond directly to its score.
- Smooth Moving Service: 4.12 out of 5 stars
- Ace Moving: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- K&J Handy Movers: 3.78 out of 5 stars
- K & J Movers: 3.62 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.4
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Smooth Moving Service has been in business for 5 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Smooth Moving Service has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 74 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Smooth Moving Service.
Customer service 3.8
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Smooth Moving Service emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Our experience with Smooth Moving was wonderful. They arrived at the scheduled time and loaded the truck without any problems or damage. The unloading was quick and efficient. No damage to anything and the men were pleasant and patient."
"Dale was very responsive to my tight timelines and long distance move. He communicated exact dates and times for loading and unloading and did that expertly and safely even under adverse weather conditions."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Ace Moving has been in business for 7 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Ace Moving has an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Ace Moving.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Ace Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 3.2
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. K&J Handy Movers has been in business for many years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 3.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. K&J Handy Movers has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 6 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from K&J Handy Movers. Discounts may be available for groups like seniors.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. K&J Handy Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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These guys were great! On time and quick. All my furniture was taken great care of. Zero damage! I will definitely be a repeat customer when needed.
Movers were hard working and showed concern for our household goods. They worked continuously until both truckloads were taken out of our storage unit and safely in our home. Would highly recommend them.
Efficient service
Professional and polite staff
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 3.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. K & J Movers has been in business for many years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry.
Review quality 3.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. K & J Movers has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 11 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from K & J Movers.
Customer service 3.8
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. K & J Movers emphasizes clear communication.
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Ron the owner was so accommodating when I had to change our move THREE times! He and his team worked hard, fast, and the price was fair. We'll use them again.
On time and quick. All my furniture was taken great care of. Zero damage! I will definitely be a repeat customer when needed.
Which Lake Havasu City movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Lake Havasu City mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 3 Lake Havasu City moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
What is the top-rated moving company in Lake Havasu City?
Smooth Moving Service (4.12/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Lake Havasu City, drawing on 98 verified customer reviews across Arizona. The Lake Havasu City market averages 3.84/5 across 3 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Lake Havasu City, AZ
How much do movers cost in Lake Havasu City, AZ?
Local movers in Lake Havasu City, AZ charge by the hour. Based on moveBuddha's data from 1 Lake Havasu City movers, hourly rates in this market range from $125/hour to $125/hour, with a median of $125/hour. Lake Havasu City's top-rated mover is Smooth Moving Service, earning a 4.12/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 98 verified customer reviews across Arizona.
Key cost factors for a Lake Havasu City move, based on moveBuddha's review data:
- Access fees: stairs, elevators, long carries, and shuttle service each add $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly. Get these costs itemized in your estimate before signing.
- Deposit requirement: many Lake Havasu City movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: available from select Lake Havasu City movers. The default released-value protection covers only $0.60 per pound. Full valuation coverage costs extra and covers replacement value.
- Hours on-site: local moves bill by the clock. Home size, floor access, elevator waits, and how much packing work the crew handles are the primary time drivers.
- Long-distance pricing: moves leaving Lake Havasu City across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 33.0% of Lake Havasu City movers (1.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 67.0% of Lake Havasu City movers (2.0 companies) offer full packing, and 67.0% supply packing materials. Professional packing adds $0.15-$0.21 per pound on average.
DIY options like a rental truck or moving container reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's analysis. Use the moving cost calculator to get a market-specific baseline before collecting quotes.
What do full-service movers in Lake Havasu City include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Lake Havasu City, AZ includes loading, transport, and unloading. Basic furniture padding and simple disassembly/reassembly for bed frames and standard furniture pieces are included in the base rate. Packing, valuation upgrades, storage, crating, and specialty-item handling are add-ons billed separately. The table below shows what Lake Havasu City movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Lake Havasu City movers | Typical cost impact |
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| Full packing | 67.0% (2.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 67.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 33.0% (1.0 companies) | Hourly rate only; no truck or transport charge |
| Access fees (stairs, elevator, long carry, shuttle) | Situational | $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly; shuttle service adds $0.08-$0.12 per pound with minimums starting around $200 |
Every add-on above requires written confirmation before booking. A binding estimate locks the final price. A non-binding estimate can change based on actual weight or time. See the hidden and unexpected moving costs guide for a full breakdown of what to request in writing.
Do movers in Lake Havasu City offer senior, military, or other discounts?
Lake Havasu City movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 98 verified customer reviews across Arizona. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Lake Havasu City mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Lake Havasu City movers are excluded. AZ state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.
| Discount type | % of Lake Havasu City movers | # of movers | Lake Havasu City movers offering it | Data source |
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| Senior | 33.0% | 1.0 | K&J Handy Movers | Lake Havasu City |
Ask each mover whether the discount applies to your specific move date, what proof of eligibility is required, and whether it stacks with seasonal pricing or off-peak rates. Discounts are not automatically applied. Request them at the quote stage, before signing.
How we chose the best moving companies in Lake Havasu City
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 100 Arizona moving companies using a five-factor weighted scoring system: customer satisfaction (40%), dispute resolution (20%), industry reputation (15%), online reputation (15%), and service options (10%).
That scoring system draws on moveBuddha's dataset of 1,000+ live price points and research across 4,500+ movers nationwide, so you're getting recommendations built on real market data, not just review aggregation
- Customer satisfaction (40%): The company consistently completes moves on time, communicates proactively, and delivers within the estimated cost. These factors matter most when hiring a mover.
- Dispute resolution (20%): Problems happen in every industry. We reward companies that take clear ownership of issues and make genuine, documented efforts to resolve them.
- Industry reputation (15%): The company holds standing in professional moving organizations and participates in industry oversight, which signals accountability beyond customer reviews alone.
- Online reputation (15%): The company maintains accurate, up-to-date information online and responds promptly and professionally to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Service options (10%): We favor companies that offer full packing, storage, specialty item handling, and expedited delivery. These services matter on a complex move.
Read our complete moving company rating methodology for the full scoring breakdown.
