Best Movers Near Tumwater, WA (2026 Reviews)
All Ready Moving & Storage is Tumwater's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.66/5 , followed by Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. at 4.56/5. moveBuddha scored 31 movers based in Tumwater out of 94 reviewed across Washington, drawing on 92 verified customer reviews across Washington.
Local movers in Tumwater charge by the hour. The WA average is $182/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Tumwater moving companies compare?
Tumwater's 31 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Tumwater, with a market average of 4.36/5, drawing on 92 verified customer reviews across Washington. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Tumwater from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Tumwater address.
Proximity to Tumwater 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 Tumwater?
All Ready Moving & Storage is Tumwater's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.66/5, followed by Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. at 4.56/5.
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 31 Tumwater movers drawing on 92 verified customer reviews across Washington, with a market average score of 4.36/5. Rankings include movers based in Tumwater 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.
- All Ready Moving & Storage: 4.66 out of 5 stars
- Olympic Moving & Storage Inc.: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- Move Northwest: 4.36 out of 5 stars
- A & E Relocation Services: 4.38 out of 5 stars
- Morgan Transfer: 4.34 out of 5 stars
- Mountain Moving & Storage: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- PNW Moving and Delivery: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- A2B Moving & Storage, LLC: 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Triple 7 Movers: 4.64 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. All Ready Moving & Storage has been in business for 21 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. All Ready Moving & Storage has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 280 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from All Ready Moving & Storage.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. All Ready Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Sitka and Chris were awesome! They got everything loaded, moved, and unloaded safe and sound, and in less time than expected. Everything was where I asked it to be placed, in perfect condition."
"A neighbor referred All Ready Moving to us and we are so very thankful! The team arrived promptly and took such extra care of our belongings, including antiques! They were polite, diligent and extremely careful of our home."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. has been in business for 123 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. Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. has about 88% positive reviews across roughly 257 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 Olympic Moving & Storage Inc..
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"We had such an easy experience with Olympic Moving and Storage. The movers were extremely professional, kind, and quick. Everything arrived undamaged and the cost was less than expected. Highly recommend!"
"Olympic Movers did a great job packing me up and next day unpacking. My move was easy and they didn't miss any detail. I recommend them wholeheartedly."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has been in business for 6 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 195 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"We have used College HUNKS for 3 moves now and they are consistently fantastic! They work quickly. They are always nice and respectful. I will definitely hire them again!"
"Joey, Sam, & Owen were amazing!! Efficient, considerate, kind and helped me finish packing. They made everything so much easier. Fabulous guys!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Move Northwest has been in business for 12 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. Move Northwest has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 92 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 Move Northwest, and Move Northwest makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Move Northwest emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"Fast, friendly and efficient. Could not have asked for better service. 100% recommend."
"John and Jordan were very helpful and professional. They exceeded our expectations!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. A & E Relocation Services 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 3.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. A & E Relocation Services has about 46% positive reviews across roughly 67 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.5.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from A & E Relocation Services.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. A & E Relocation Services emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"Every mover was professional, friendly, and truly white glove in their service. Phil and his team are top-notch! I wouldn't hesitate to use A&E again or recommend them to anyone needing reliable, high-quality relocation services!"
"Everything about this move was perfect. The loading team did an outstanding job, transported and unloaded quickly and were very careful with all items. They protected the entryway and the flooring. Great Job!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Morgan Transfer has been in business for 34 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. Morgan Transfer has about 77% positive reviews across roughly 100 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.8.
Quote accuracy 3.8
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Morgan Transfer, and Morgan Transfer makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Morgan Transfer emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
Recent reviews
"The crew arrived on time, and moved me out and into the new place very quickly and efficiently. They cared about my stuff and made sure I was comfortable."
"Morgan Transfer is top notch. Darin gave a fair estimate and we came in under! I highly recommend Morgan Transfer for your move."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Mountain Moving & Storage has been in business for 62 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. Mountain Moving & Storage has about 84% positive reviews across roughly 179 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.6.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Mountain Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Mountain Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Excellent move from beginning to end. Crew was outstanding and packing was superb. We didn’t have a single damaged item in our move. Highly recommend Mountain for a flawless job."
"The crew was organized, helpful and fast. I could not be happier about my experience."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. PNW Moving and Delivery has been in business for 9 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. PNW Moving and Delivery has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 241 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.0.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from PNW Moving and Delivery.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. PNW Moving and Delivery emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"The movers were on time, efficient, respectful, careful, and worked hard from start to finish. Our three-bedroom house and garage were moved from one side of the Sound to the other in 7 hours flat. On time and on budget. I highly recommend PNW Moving and Delivery."
"The communication was helpful and flexible with our changing time-line, and always friendly. The three person crew that moved us were timely, friendly, and hard working. They asked all the right questions, offered to move things we were planning to take ourselves, and never dawdled on the job. We appreciated how easy they made it for us. Would definitely recommend this company."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. A2B Moving & Storage, LLC has been in business for 15 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. A2B Moving & Storage, LLC has about 83% positive reviews across roughly 433 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.0.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from A2B Moving & Storage, LLC.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. A2B Moving & Storage, LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Slim and Jorge showed up right on time and were very professional. They were careful with all our belongings (wrapping everything) and handled dis-assembly for anything that couldn’t be moved out in one piece."
"A2B surpassed our expectations at every stage of this move! They were patient and always easy to deal with on the phone. Joe was our lead and he was spectacular! Fast, friendly, and happy to answer our questions."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Triple 7 Movers has been in business for 17 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Triple 7 Movers has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 654 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.5.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Triple 7 Movers.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Triple 7 Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"The team was very efficient and had the entire place moved in less than an hour for our 1 bedroom with furniture. Sergio's team was hospitable and took precautions over all our furniture and the wellbeing of the home."
"Esteban and his crew were absolutely fantastic!! While his crew finished prepping he patiently talked us through the whole process and made us feel as safe and comfortable with every aspect of the move."
Which Tumwater movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Tumwater mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 31 Tumwater moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 24 of 31 Tumwater movers (77.42%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage (4.66/5) is Tumwater's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 19 of 31 Tumwater movers (61.29%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage (4.66/5) rates highest for antique care in Tumwater.
- Art packing: 22 of 31 Tumwater movers (70.97%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage (4.66/5) rates highest for art packing in Tumwater.
- Climate-controlled storage: 13 of 31 Tumwater movers (41.94%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage (4.66/5) is Tumwater's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 3 of 31 Tumwater movers (9.68%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Triple 7 Movers (4.64/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Tumwater.
How much does piano moving cost in Tumwater?
Piano moving is available from 24 of 31 Tumwater movers (77.42%), compared to 72.52% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage leads Tumwater piano movers with a 4.66/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. at 4.56/5. A standalone piano move in Tumwater typically costs $896 to $3,920, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Tumwater | Details |
|---|---|
| Tumwater movers offering this | 24 of 31 (77.42%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Tumwater piano movers | All Ready Moving & Storage, Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. |
| Upright piano | $896 to $1,680 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,344 to $2,800 |
| Grand piano | $2,016 to $3,920 |
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 Tumwater?
Antique handling is available from 19 of 31 Tumwater movers (61.29%), compared to 46.24% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage (4.66/5) and Move Northwest (4.36/5) rate highest for antique care in Tumwater. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,120 to $2,800 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Tumwater | Details |
|---|---|
| Tumwater movers offering this | 19 of 31 (61.29%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Tumwater antique movers | All Ready Moving & Storage, Move Northwest |
| Added cost to a household move | $1,120 to $2,800 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $56 to $560 |
| Custom crating per item | $168 to $224 |
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 Tumwater?
Art packing is available from 22 of 31 Tumwater movers (70.97%), compared to 45.76% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage (4.66/5) and Move Northwest (4.36/5) rate highest for art packing in Tumwater. Per-piece art handling in Tumwater runs $56 to $560, with custom crates adding $168 to $224 per item.
| Art packing in Tumwater | Details |
|---|---|
| Tumwater movers offering this | 22 of 31 (70.97%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Tumwater art movers | All Ready Moving & Storage, Move Northwest |
| Per-piece handling fee | $56 to $560 |
| Custom crating per item | $168 to $224 |
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 Tumwater?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 13 of 31 Tumwater movers (41.94%), compared to 33.2% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage (4.66/5) and Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. (4.56/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Tumwater. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $288/month in Tumwater.
| Climate-controlled storage in Tumwater | Details |
|---|---|
| Tumwater movers offering this | 13 of 31 (41.94%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Tumwater providers | All Ready Moving & Storage, Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $288 |
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 Tumwater?
Fragile-only packing is available from 3 of 31 Tumwater movers (9.68%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Triple 7 Movers (4.64/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Tumwater. 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 Tumwater | Details |
|---|---|
| Tumwater movers offering this | 3 of 31 (9.68%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Tumwater providers | Triple 7 Movers |
| 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 Tumwater?
Triple 7 Movers (4.64/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Tumwater, drawing on 92 verified customer reviews across Washington. The Tumwater market averages 4.36/5 across 31 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Tumwater, WA
How much do movers cost in Tumwater, WA?
Local movers in Tumwater, WA charge by the hour. The WA average is $182/hour for a 2-person crew. Tumwater's top-rated mover is Triple 7 Movers, earning a 4.64/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 92 verified customer reviews across Washington.
Key cost factors for a Tumwater 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: 19.0% of Tumwater movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 26.0% of Tumwater movers (8.0 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 Tumwater across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 81.0% of Tumwater movers (25.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Tumwater movers (31.0 companies) offer full packing, and 35.0% 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 Tumwater include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Tumwater, WA 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 Tumwater movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Tumwater movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100.0% (31.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 35.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 97.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$288/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 26.0% (8.0 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) | 84.0% (26.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 45.0% (14.0 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 Tumwater offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Tumwater 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 Tumwater
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 94 Washington 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.