Best Movers Near Red Bluff, CA (2026 Reviews)
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Hansen's Moving and Storage is Red Bluff's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.5/5 , followed by Murdock's Moving & Storage Inc at 4.52/5. moveBuddha scored 7 movers based in Red Bluff out of 374 reviewed across California, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California.
Local movers in Red Bluff 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 Red Bluff moving companies compare?
Red Bluff's 7 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Red Bluff, with a market average of 4.43/5, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Red Bluff from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Red Bluff address.
Proximity to Red Bluff 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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4.5 |
88% | A+ | ||
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4.52 |
98% | A+ | ||
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4.48 |
81% | C+ | ||
4.12 |
N/A | NR | ||
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4.42 |
97% | A+ |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Red Bluff?
Hansen's Moving and Storage is Red Bluff's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.5/5, followed by Murdock's Moving & Storage Inc 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 Red Bluff movers drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California, with a market average score of 4.43/5. Rankings include movers based in Red Bluff 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.
- Hansen's Moving and Storage: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Murdock's Moving & Storage Inc: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- Lee's Moving: 4.12 out of 5 stars
- Cummins Moving Services LLC: 4.42 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Hansen's Moving and Storage has been in business for 46 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like estate moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Hansen's Moving and Storage has about 88% positive reviews across roughly 76 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote accuracy 4.2
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.
Recent reviews
"John and his team went well above and beyond! Packed up my mom and unpacked her in Redding. Pleasant, no trouble attitude. Absolutely the best moving experience I’ve ever witnessed. Highly recommend these guys!"
"Hansen's came highly recommended. Prompt, professional, friendly, clean, and extremely efficient. They treated everything with care and dismantled and packed my grandma's clock. Nothing was damaged or lost in the move."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Murdock's Moving & Storage Inc has been in business for 11 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like estate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Murdock's Moving & Storage Inc has about 98% positive reviews across roughly 314 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.8.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Murdock's Moving & Storage Inc.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Murdock's Moving & Storage Inc emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Murdock's was incredible! The crew was organized, efficient while handling our possessions with care. They made the process seamless. Wouldn't use another company."
"They were on time, professional, pleasant and super careful getting my furniture upstairs and unpacked. True white glove service!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for 19 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 81% positive reviews across roughly 59 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.3.
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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"My move was just completed an hour ago. So hardworking and professional. Booking was a breeze, fantastic office help. Everything wrapped and taped in moving pads. Final bill was less than expected. Can't recommend them enough!"
"Janae was helpful with the quote and follow-up. The guys arrived on time, were professional and took great care in moving my household items, even wrapped the sofa. Highly recommend for all future moves."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Lee's Moving has been in business for 16 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Lee's Moving.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Lee's Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Professional and polite staff
Efficient service
Quick moving process
Good communication
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Cummins Moving Services LLC has been in business for 8 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Cummins Moving Services LLC has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 35 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Cummins Moving Services LLC.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Cummins Moving Services LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"CMS rocks! Giving them a solid five stars because they're just that good. Anthony and his crew are total legends—always pro, always polite, and always amazing. They made moving day a breeze."
"Anthony and his crew were great. They loaded, moved and unloaded our 2500 sq’ house in one day and we’re done by 3:30. Prompt and polite. Extremely competitive pricing as we had multiple quotes."
Which Red Bluff movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Red Bluff mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 7 Red Bluff moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 6 of 7 Red Bluff movers (85.71%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Murdock's Moving & Storage Inc (4.52/5) is Red Bluff's top-rated piano mover.
- Climate-controlled storage: 1 of 7 Red Bluff movers (14.29%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Murdock's Moving & Storage Inc (4.52/5) is Red Bluff's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 1 of 7 Red Bluff movers (14.29%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Lee's Moving (4.12/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Red Bluff.
How much does piano moving cost in Red Bluff?
Piano moving is available from 6 of 7 Red Bluff movers (85.71%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Murdock's Moving & Storage Inc leads Red Bluff piano movers with a 4.52/5 moveBuddha score, followed by TWO MEN AND A TRUCK at 4.48/5. A standalone piano move in Red Bluff typically costs $808 to $3,535, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Red Bluff | Details |
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| Red Bluff movers offering this | 6 of 7 (85.71%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Red Bluff piano movers | Murdock's Moving & Storage Inc, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK |
| Upright piano | $808 to $1,515 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,212 to $2,525 |
| Grand piano | $1,818 to $3,535 |
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 climate-controlled storage cost in Red Bluff?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 1 of 7 Red Bluff movers (14.29%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Murdock's Moving & Storage Inc (4.52/5) and Cummins Moving Services LLC (4.42/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Red Bluff. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $260/month in Red Bluff.
| Climate-controlled storage in Red Bluff | Details |
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| Red Bluff movers offering this | 1 of 7 (14.29%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Red Bluff providers | Murdock's Moving & Storage Inc, Cummins Moving Services LLC |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $260 |
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 Red Bluff?
Fragile-only packing is available from 1 of 7 Red Bluff movers (14.29%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Lee's Moving (4.12/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Red Bluff. 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 Red Bluff | Details |
|---|---|
| Red Bluff movers offering this | 1 of 7 (14.29%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Red Bluff providers | Lee's Moving |
| 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 Red Bluff?
Hansen's Moving and Storage (4.5/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Red Bluff, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California. The Red Bluff market averages 4.43/5 across 7 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Red Bluff, CA
How much do movers cost in Red Bluff, CA?
Local movers in Red Bluff, CA charge by the hour. The CA average is $122/hour for a 2-person crew. Red Bluff's top-rated mover is Hansen's Moving and Storage, earning a 4.5/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California.
Key cost factors for a Red Bluff 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 Red Bluff movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 14.0% of Red Bluff 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 Red Bluff across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 86.0% of Red Bluff movers (6.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 86.0% of Red Bluff movers (6.0 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 Red Bluff include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Red Bluff, 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 Red Bluff movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Red Bluff movers | Typical cost impact |
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| Full packing | 86.0% (6.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 71.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 86.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$260/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) | 14.0% (1.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 43.0% (3.0 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 Red Bluff offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Red Bluff 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 Red Bluff
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.
