Best Movers Near Memphis, TN (2026 Reviews)
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Cord Moving and Storage is Memphis's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.5/5 , followed by The Armstrong Company at 4.52/5. moveBuddha scored 7 movers based in Memphis out of 71 reviewed across Tennessee, drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee.
Local movers in Memphis charge by the hour. The average crew rate in this market is $125/hour. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Memphis moving companies compare?
Memphis's 7 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Memphis, with a market average of 4.41/5, drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Memphis from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Memphis address.
Proximity to Memphis 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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90% | A+ | ||
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4.52 |
91% | A+ | ||
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4.48 |
63% | A | ||
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4.48 |
89% | A+ | ||
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4.42 |
78% | A+ | ||
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4.28 |
80% | F | ||
3.94 |
100% | N/A | ||
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3.76 |
100% | A+ | ||
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4.16 |
58% | F |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Memphis?
Cord Moving and Storage is Memphis's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.5/5, followed by The Armstrong Company at 4.52/5.
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 7 Memphis movers drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee, with a market average score of 4.41/5. Rankings include movers based in Memphis 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.
- Cord Moving and Storage: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- The Armstrong Company: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- Guardian Moving Systems: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.42 out of 5 stars
- Spyder Moving and Storage: 4.28 out of 5 stars
- Smith Moving Co.: 3.94 out of 5 stars
- The Moving Company: 3.76 out of 5 stars
- Bellhop Moving: 4.16 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Cord Moving and Storage has been in business for 106 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Cord Moving and Storage has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 220 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.7.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Cord Moving and Storage.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Cord Moving and Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Cord moving and storage provided excellent service. They called to set up delivery and arrived on time. The delivery men were very professional and courteous. Couldn't have been better.—Google
The delivery was well communicated, the delivery men were efficient and were extremely helpful!—Google
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. The Armstrong Company has been in business for 69 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. The Armstrong Company has about 91% positive reviews across roughly 213 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.4.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from The Armstrong Company.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. The Armstrong Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Armstrong was amazing on my recent 1500 mile move. They communicated every step of the way and were a pleasure to deal with."
"Dean and Jared were an absolute dream team to work with! They moved quickly but carefully and genuinely cared that we had a good experience from start to finish."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. All My Sons Moving & Storage has been in business for 27 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. All My Sons Moving & Storage has about 63% positive reviews across roughly 341 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.7.
Quote accuracy 3.8
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from All My Sons Moving & Storage, and All My Sons Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. All My Sons Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"They were fast, courteous, helpful, and pleasant to be around. They were very careful with all the items. Anyone looking for professional qualified movers should contact All My Sons."
"From start to finish, they were professional, efficient, and incredibly careful with our belongings. The team arrived on time, worked tirelessly, and handled everything with care—no scratches, no damage, just seamless service."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Guardian Moving Systems has been in business for 41 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. Guardian Moving Systems has about 89% positive reviews across roughly 202 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.6.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Guardian Moving Systems.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Guardian Moving Systems emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Guardian Moving took much of the stress away. Courteous and accommodating office staff. Movers were prompt and careful with all my furniture. The final bill was less than I expected. I'm a happy camper!"
"My wife and I booked Guardian for our move and the service was 1000/10. Respectful, quick, careful. We will recommend you to everyone until we return ourselves for services."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for 36 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 78% positive reviews across roughly 259 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.1.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The movers were professional and moved my furniture quickly, taking care with every item. It cost less than anticipated, and nothing was damaged. Will recommend and use again."
"Excellent service, efficient move. Everything wrapped and handled with care. The team was friendly and followed up after the job. Highly recommend!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Spyder Moving and Storage 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 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Spyder Moving and Storage has about 80% positive reviews across roughly 40 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.0.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Spyder Moving and Storage, and Spyder Moving and Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Spyder Moving and Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Moving can be very overwhelming and my movers were professional, punctual and careful moving my belongings.
The guys wrapped all items and handled it with a lot of care. They truly are professionals in their work field!!!
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.1
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Smith Moving Co. has been in business for many 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. Smith Moving Co. has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 34 total reviews.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Smith Moving Co..
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Smith Moving Co. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Nick and his crew helped us with our in-town move, and I highly recommend them! Not a single scratch or dent on furniture or walls, which is very impressive. The pricing is very reasonable too. An easy 5 stars.
The guys with Smith Moving Company are the best. They were very professional and took great care with our things. They made sure everything was exactly where we wanted it. I was pleasantly surprised by the speed and efficiency with moving a 3 bedroom house.
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. The Moving Company 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. The Moving Company has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 8 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.7.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from The Moving Company.
Customer service 3.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. The Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Jarret and his team were nothing short of amazing. They were all professional, fast, and reasonable. They were racing the rain and brought in more help to get it done quicker. After they got me moved they assisted me in getting everything put back together and in its right place. I would recommend them to anyone.
Let’s get this out in the open, no one loves to move but Jarret and Josh made it so much easier than it could have been. Communication was excellent leading up to the move, then they balanced a two home /two days of loading move! All without a single issue. Stayed on schedule and the full staff were very polite and professional. I could not recommend them enough.
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Bellhop Moving has been in business for 14 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. Bellhop Moving has about 58% positive reviews across roughly 55 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 instant email quotes from Bellhop Moving, and Bellhop Moving makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Bellhop Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"These folks took wonderful care of my furniture and made moving an absolute breeze! The team was upbeat and knew how to help with old items. Brains, Brawn, and Bargains...what more can you ask?"
"AJ, Luis, and Lothar were fast and efficient, while also personable at the same time. I appreciated their attention to detail. I will absolutely continue to use this company."
Which Memphis movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Memphis mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 7 Memphis moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 7 of 7 Memphis movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Cord Moving and Storage (4.5/5) is Memphis's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 5 of 7 Memphis movers (71.43%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. The Armstrong Company (4.52/5) rates highest for antique care in Memphis.
- Art packing: 4 of 7 Memphis movers (57.14%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. The Armstrong Company (4.52/5) rates highest for art packing in Memphis.
- Climate-controlled storage: 4 of 7 Memphis movers (57.14%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Cord Moving and Storage (4.5/5) is Memphis's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 2 of 7 Memphis movers (28.57%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. The Armstrong Company (4.52/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Memphis.
How much does piano moving cost in Memphis?
Piano moving is available from 7 of 7 Memphis movers (100.0%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Cord Moving and Storage leads Memphis piano movers with a 4.5/5 moveBuddha score, followed by The Armstrong Company at 4.52/5. A standalone piano move in Memphis typically costs $688 to $3,010, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Memphis | Details |
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| Memphis movers offering this | 7 of 7 (100.0%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Memphis piano movers | Cord Moving and Storage, The Armstrong Company |
| Upright piano | $688 to $1,290 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,032 to $2,150 |
| Grand piano | $1,548 to $3,010 |
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 Memphis?
Antique handling is available from 5 of 7 Memphis movers (71.43%), compared to 46.24% nationally. The Armstrong Company (4.52/5) and All My Sons Moving & Storage (4.48/5) rate highest for antique care in Memphis. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $860 to $2,150 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Memphis | Details |
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| Memphis movers offering this | 5 of 7 (71.43%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Memphis antique movers | The Armstrong Company, All My Sons Moving & Storage |
| Added cost to a household move | $860 to $2,150 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $43 to $430 |
| Custom crating per item | $129 to $172 |
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 Memphis?
Art packing is available from 4 of 7 Memphis movers (57.14%), compared to 45.76% nationally. The Armstrong Company (4.52/5) and Guardian Moving Systems (4.48/5) rate highest for art packing in Memphis. Per-piece art handling in Memphis runs $43 to $430, with custom crates adding $129 to $172 per item.
| Art packing in Memphis | Details |
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| Memphis movers offering this | 4 of 7 (57.14%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Memphis art movers | The Armstrong Company, Guardian Moving Systems |
| Per-piece handling fee | $43 to $430 |
| Custom crating per item | $129 to $172 |
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 Memphis?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 4 of 7 Memphis movers (57.14%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Cord Moving and Storage (4.5/5) and All My Sons Moving & Storage (4.48/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Memphis. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $221/month in Memphis.
| Climate-controlled storage in Memphis | Details |
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| Memphis movers offering this | 4 of 7 (57.14%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Memphis providers | Cord Moving and Storage, All My Sons Moving & Storage |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $221 |
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 Memphis?
Fragile-only packing is available from 2 of 7 Memphis movers (28.57%), compared to 23.83% nationally. The Armstrong Company (4.52/5) and Spyder Moving and Storage (4.28/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Memphis. 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 Memphis | Details |
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| Memphis movers offering this | 2 of 7 (28.57%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Memphis providers | The Armstrong Company, Spyder Moving and 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 Memphis?
Cord Moving and Storage (4.5/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Memphis, drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee. The Memphis market averages 4.41/5 across 7 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Memphis, TN
How much do movers cost in Memphis, TN?
Local movers in Memphis, TN charge by the hour. The market rate for a moving crew in Memphis is $125/hour. Memphis's top-rated mover is Cord Moving and Storage, earning a 4.5/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 66 verified customer reviews across Tennessee.
Key cost factors for a Memphis 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: 29.0% of Memphis movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 14.0% of Memphis 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 Memphis across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 100.0% of Memphis movers (7.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Memphis movers (7.0 companies) offer full packing, and 71.0% 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 Memphis include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Memphis, TN 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 Memphis movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Memphis movers | Typical cost impact |
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| Full packing | 100.0% (7.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 71.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 100.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$221/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 14.0% (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) | 57.0% (4.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 57.0% (4.0 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 Memphis offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Memphis 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 Memphis
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 71 Tennessee 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.
