Jay's Small Moves Review 2026 (Berkeley, CA)
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3.3/5
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Jay's Small Moves is a 3.3/5-rated California full-service mover. All ratings reflect moveBuddha's independent analysis.
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Jay's Small Moves at a glance
- Industry experience: 3/5
- Customer service: 3/5
- Review quality: 3.5/5
- Quote accuracy: 3.76/5
Jay's Small Moves' services
- Full-service moving
- Packing & Unpacking
- Local (intrastate) moving
- Storage: Offered by 53% of Berkeley movers (63% nationally)
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 3.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Jay's Small Moves has been in business for many years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 3.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation.
Quote accuracy 3.7
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Jay's Small Moves.
Customer service 3.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Jay's Small Moves emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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How moveBuddha rated Jay's Small Moves
Jay's Small Moves earns a 3.3/5 composite rating based on moveBuddha's editorial rating categories. That's below the 3.7/5 average among Berkeley movers. moveBuddha's research team rates each category independently, and each one measures a different aspect of mover quality.
| Rating category | Jay's Small Moves | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| Industry experience | 3/5 | Years in operation, fleet size & locations |
| Review quality | 3.5/5 | Volume & sentiment of customer reviews |
| Customer service | 3/5 | Communication clarity & crew professionalism |
| Quote accuracy | 3.76/5 | Estimate vs. final invoice on sample moves |
| Google reviews | 3/5 | Google Business Profile rating & review volume |
| Yelp reviews | 3/5 | Yelp rating & review volume |
| BBB | 3/5 | The company's BBB letter grade (A–F) & complaint resolution history (translated to a corresponding numerical score) |
| Brand | 3/5 | Market presence & industry recognition |
Ratings based on moveBuddha's research methodology, updated October 2026.
How much does Jay's Small Moves cost?
Jay's Small Moves does not publish standard hourly rates or flat-fee pricing publicly. Movers in Berkeley charge an average of $139/hour, though rates vary by company. Quote pricing depends on home size, distance, packing services, and time of year. To get an accurate estimate, request a quote directly or use moveBuddha's cost calculator below.
Estimated for a typical 2-3 bedroom California move
$990 – $2,286
How does Jay's Small Moves compare to other Berkeley movers?
Jay's Small Moves ranks alongside the top full-service movers in Berkeley on moveBuddha's editorial scoring. The table below compares ratings, positive review rates, and years in business across the top Berkeley movers.
| Company | Our rating | Positive reviews | BBB | Quote |
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4.66 |
93% | A+ | ||
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4.62 |
96% | A+ | ||
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4.58 |
96% | A+ | ||
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4.56 |
99% | A+ | ||
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4.5 |
96% | A+ | ||
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4.58 |
94% | A+ | ||
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4.38 |
98% | A+ | ||
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4.56 |
91% | A+ | ||
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4.64 |
71% | A+ | ||
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4.58 |
87% | A+ |
Final verdict: Jay's Small Moves
Jay's Small Moves earns a 3.3/5 moveBuddha score. Jay's Small Moves is worth a look for your California move.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
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