Best Movers Near Lamont, CA (2026 Reviews)
Meathead Movers is Lamont's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.58/5 , followed by Hansen's Moving and Storage at 4.44/5. moveBuddha scored 5 movers based in Lamont out of 374 reviewed across California, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California.
Local movers in Lamont charge by the hour. The CA average is $122/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Lamont moving companies compare?
Lamont's 5 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Lamont, with a market average of 4.42/5, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Lamont from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Lamont address.
Proximity to Lamont 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.
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What are the top-rated moving companies in Lamont?
Meathead Movers is Lamont's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.58/5, followed by Hansen's Moving and Storage at 4.44/5.
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 5 Lamont movers drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California, with a market average score of 4.42/5. Rankings include movers based in Lamont 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.
- Meathead Movers: 4.58 out of 5 stars
- Hansen's Moving and Storage: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- Express Moving & Storage : 4.42 out of 5 stars
- Mentors Moving & Storage: 4.36 out of 5 stars
- Fit Movers LLC: 4.3 out of 5 stars
- Camelot Moving & Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
- NorthStar Moving Company : 4.58 out of 5 stars
- Air 1 Moving & Storage: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- Attention to Detail Moving, Inc.: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Precision Moving & Storage Corp.: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Meathead Movers has been in business for 23 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Meathead Movers has about 88% positive reviews across roughly 274 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.4.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Meathead Movers.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Meathead Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"The movers were professional, polite, and efficient. Communication was great the whole time, and all my antique furniture made it without a scratch. Highly recommend their services!"
"Our two Meathead Movers did a wonderful job loading our belongings. They were fast, efficient, polite, and skilled. Would definitely use them again and recommend to others."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Hansen's Moving and Storage has been in business for 53 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like estate moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Hansen's Moving and Storage has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 306 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.1.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Hansen's Moving and Storage.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Hansen's Moving and Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Efficient, professional and very polite. Chuey, Kevin, Andrew, Adrian, Ernesto & Ryan did a great job packing and handling our furniture and home goods. Highly recommend Hansen’s!"
"Hansen’s moved us from Bakersfield to San Diego very professionally with an experienced crew that worked as a team. They exceeded our expectations. They were friendly, engaging and keen to make sure we were satisfied."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Express Moving & Storage has been in business for 17 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Express Moving & Storage has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 114 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.4.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Express Moving & Storage .
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Express Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The men were the most careful, courteous, efficient movers we could have ever asked for. If you are moving, I wouldn't hesitate for a second to call Express to get the job done."
"Express Moving and Storage charged me half of what the others quoted me. They showed up on time and were very respectful to furniture. I strongly urge anyone needing to move to call them first."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Mentors Moving & Storage has been in business for 19 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Mentors Moving & Storage has about 91% positive reviews across roughly 239 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.2.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Mentors Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Mentors Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
Recent reviews
"They were on time, professional, efficient and courteous. Upon moving into our new home, they were very patient as I figured out how I wanted each piece of furniture arranged. Highly recommend!"
"Thank you Mentors Moving and Storage! Excellent communication and customer service! They were competitive with their pricing and well worth the money spent! Thanks for your professionalism! Will use again! Highly recommend!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Fit Movers LLC has been in business for 6 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Fit Movers LLC has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 315 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Fit Movers LLC.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Fit Movers LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The crew was prompt, efficient, polite, and professional. They took great care of our belongings and fit everything into our PODS easily. Very well priced for how awesome they did. We would totally hire them again!"
"Fit Movers made my moving experience easy. They were honest, on time, courteous, thoughtful and excellent problem solvers. Nothing was broken or damaged and they drove through a winter storm and still made it to my destination on time!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Camelot Moving & Storage has been in business for 33 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Camelot Moving & Storage has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 197 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote accuracy 3.8
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Camelot Moving & Storage, and Camelot Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Camelot Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"The team was professional, thorough, prompt, considerate, and communicative. Shawn was the man with the plan. We highly recommend moving and storing with Camelot."
"They packed and moved out our four-bedroom house without a mark on our wood flooring, walls or doors. Sean stayed with our belongings throughout the cross-country move! Courteous service at a competitive rate."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. NorthStar Moving Company has been in business for 31 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. NorthStar Moving Company has about 86% positive reviews across roughly 658 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.4.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from NorthStar Moving Company .
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. NorthStar Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"The movers were so kind and worked faster than I've ever seen anyone work. They were extremely efficient and handled my belongings with care. The price was well below the standard. Highly recommend NorthStar!"
"Our crew were excellent, professional and went above and beyond to make this as easy as possible. They packed our entire house and then moved us the next day. Highly recommend them."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Air 1 Moving & Storage has been in business for 22 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and international moving.
Review quality 5.0
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Air 1 Moving & Storage has about 71% positive reviews across roughly 545 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.6.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Air 1 Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Air 1 Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"I went with Air 1 Moving for a move from Dallas to Beverly Hills and if was a non stressful experience. The staff was professional, friendly and respectful. Strongly recommend this company."
"I was referred to Air 1 Moving by a friend, and I’m so glad she recommended them...The movers were incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and super efficient. They wrapped all my belongings perfectly. Their professionalism and calm demeanor put me at ease."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Attention to Detail Moving, Inc. has been in business for 10 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Attention to Detail Moving, Inc. has about 85% positive reviews across roughly 553 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.2.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Attention to Detail Moving, Inc.. Discounts may be available for groups like law enforcement.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Attention to Detail Moving, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The movers were efficient, polite, and packed everything with care. All items arrived in perfect condition and on time. Highly recommend!"
"Captain Elijah and team were fast, professional, and super careful with our belongings. They communicated clearly and finished ahead of schedule. Will refer to friends!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Precision Moving & Storage Corp. has been in business for 10 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. Precision Moving & Storage Corp. has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 222 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.8.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Precision Moving & Storage Corp..
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Precision Moving & Storage Corp. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"They were extremely professional and wonderful to have in the space. They went the extra mile to accommodate us on a stressful day. Will be using again for my girlfriend!"
"Best moving experience I’ve ever had. The team was incredibly professional, fast, and efficient. All my furniture arrived in perfect condition—no damage. Highly recommend this company."
Which Lamont movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Lamont mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 5 Lamont moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 2 of 5 Lamont movers (40.0%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Mentors Moving & Storage (4.36/5) is Lamont's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 1 of 5 Lamont movers (20.0%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Mentors Moving & Storage (4.36/5) rates highest for antique care in Lamont.
- Art packing: 1 of 5 Lamont movers (20.0%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Mentors Moving & Storage (4.36/5) rates highest for art packing in Lamont.
- Climate-controlled storage: 1 of 5 Lamont movers (20.0%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Mentors Moving & Storage (4.36/5) is Lamont's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 1 of 5 Lamont movers (20.0%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Mentors Moving & Storage (4.36/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Lamont.
How much does piano moving cost in Lamont?
Piano moving is available from 2 of 5 Lamont movers (40.0%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Mentors Moving & Storage leads Lamont piano movers with a 4.36/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Fit Movers LLC at 4.3/5. A standalone piano move in Lamont typically costs $800 to $3,500, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Lamont | Details |
|---|---|
| Lamont movers offering this | 2 of 5 (40.0%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Lamont piano movers | Mentors Moving & Storage, Fit Movers LLC |
| Upright piano | $800 to $1,500 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,200 to $2,500 |
| Grand piano | $1,800 to $3,500 |
Upright pianos weigh 400 to 800 lbs. Grand pianos exceed 1,200 lbs. Trained crews use piano boards, straps, and padded blankets to prevent structural damage that standard moving equipment cannot safely manage. Bundling a piano into a household move with full-service movers is usually cheaper than hiring a piano-only carrier.
How much does antique handling cost in Lamont?
Antique handling is available from 1 of 5 Lamont movers (20.0%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Mentors Moving & Storage (4.36/5) and Camelot Moving & Storage (4.58/5) rate highest for antique care in Lamont. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,000 to $2,500 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Lamont | Details |
|---|---|
| Lamont movers offering this | 1 of 5 (20.0%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Lamont antique movers | Mentors Moving & Storage, Camelot Moving & Storage |
| Added cost to a household move | $1,000 to $2,500 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $50 to $500 |
| Custom crating per item | $150 to $200 |
Custom crating and acid-free padding protect pieces that standard released-value coverage at $0.60/lb cannot adequately cover. A 50-lb antique valued at $5,000 receives only $30 under default protection, making full-value coverage the standard choice for heirloom and high-value items.
How much does art packing cost in Lamont?
Art packing is available from 1 of 5 Lamont movers (20.0%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Mentors Moving & Storage (4.36/5) and Camelot Moving & Storage (4.58/5) rate highest for art packing in Lamont. Per-piece art handling in Lamont runs $50 to $500, with custom crates adding $150 to $200 per item.
| Art packing in Lamont | Details |
|---|---|
| Lamont movers offering this | 1 of 5 (20.0%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Lamont art movers | Mentors Moving & Storage, Camelot Moving & Storage |
| Per-piece handling fee | $50 to $500 |
| Custom crating per item | $150 to $200 |
Archival materials and custom crates prevent UV exposure, humidity damage, and impact fractures that standard moving blankets cannot guard against for framed artwork and sculpture. Confirm the mover has direct experience with similar media before booking.
How much does climate-controlled storage cost in Lamont?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 1 of 5 Lamont movers (20.0%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Mentors Moving & Storage (4.36/5) and Camelot Moving & Storage (4.58/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Lamont. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $257/month in Lamont.
| Climate-controlled storage in Lamont | Details |
|---|---|
| Lamont movers offering this | 1 of 5 (20.0%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Lamont providers | Mentors Moving & Storage, Camelot Moving & Storage |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $257 |
Climate-controlled units regulate both temperature and humidity, preventing warping, cracking, and mold in wood furniture, vinyl records, and electronics that temperature-only storage cannot protect. This matters most for storage gaps longer than 30 days or for moves that span seasonal humidity swings.
How much does fragile-only packing cost in Lamont?
Fragile-only packing is available from 1 of 5 Lamont movers (20.0%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Mentors Moving & Storage (4.36/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Lamont. Full professional packing runs $0.15 to $0.21 per pound; fragile-only packing covers dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps at a fraction of that total.
| Fragile-only packing in Lamont | Details |
|---|---|
| Lamont movers offering this | 1 of 5 (20.0%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Lamont providers | Mentors Moving & Storage |
| Full professional packing rate | $0.15 to $0.21 per pound |
Fragile-only packing targets dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps without a full-service packing contract. Limiting professional packing to breakables keeps total packing cost down while covering the items most likely to break in transit.
What is the top-rated moving company in Lamont?
Meathead Movers (4.58/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Lamont, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California. The Lamont market averages 4.42/5 across 5 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Lamont, CA
How much do movers cost in Lamont, CA?
Local movers in Lamont, CA charge by the hour. The CA average is $122/hour for a 2-person crew. Lamont's top-rated mover is Meathead Movers, earning a 4.58/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California.
Key cost factors for a Lamont 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 Lamont movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 20.0% of Lamont movers (1.0 companies) offer it. 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 Lamont across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 100.0% of Lamont movers (5.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Lamont movers (5.0 companies) offer full packing, and 40.0% 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 Lamont include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Lamont, CA 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 Lamont movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Lamont movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100.0% (5.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 40.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 80.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$257/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 20.0% (1.0 companies) | 1%-2% of declared shipment value (~$300-$600 on a $30,000 shipment); default released-value protection pays only $0.60/lb |
| Crating (fragile/high-value items) | 40.0% (2.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 20.0% (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 Lamont offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Lamont movers in its database. That does not mean discounts are unavailable. Ask each mover directly at the quote stage, since some companies offer unpublished rates for eligible groups. Confirm any discount in writing before signing.
How we chose the best moving companies in Lamont
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 374 California 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.