Best Movers Near Murrieta, CA (2026 Reviews)
Ruff and Ready Moving is Murrieta's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.52/5 , followed by Meathead Movers at 4.48/5. moveBuddha scored 39 movers based in Murrieta out of 374 reviewed across California, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California.
Local movers in Murrieta 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 Murrieta moving companies compare?
Murrieta's 39 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Murrieta, with a market average of 4.3/5, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Murrieta from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Murrieta address.
Proximity to Murrieta 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 Murrieta?
Ruff and Ready Moving is Murrieta's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.52/5, followed by Meathead Movers at 4.48/5.
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 39 Murrieta movers drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California, with a market average score of 4.3/5. Rankings include movers based in Murrieta 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.
- Ruff and Ready Moving: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- Meathead Movers: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- TacLog Moving Services: 4.34 out of 5 stars
- Murrieta Moving: 4.26 out of 5 stars
- Honest A's Affordable Moving, Inc.: 4.3 out of 5 stars
- NorthStar Moving Company : 4.58 out of 5 stars
- SafeWay Moving & Storage: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving: 4.2 out of 5 stars
- California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- Oakley Relocation: 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. Ruff and Ready Moving has been in business for 12 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. Ruff and Ready Moving has about 76% positive reviews across roughly 418 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.7.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Ruff and Ready Moving.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Ruff and Ready Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"They were very professional, efficient, and took great care of our belongings. Nothing was broken, and the staff was friendly throughout. Would definitely use them again!"
"Ruff and Ready moved us out of state. The movers were on time, communicated well, and nothing arrived damaged. They finished under the estimate. Highly recommended!"
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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 84% positive reviews across roughly 529 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.0.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email 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.
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"The crew was not only super friendly and professional, but they handled my expensive furniture and delicate pieces with serious care. Everything was wrapped, secured, and moved with precision—nothing was scratched or damaged."
"Meathead Movers made a stressful move easy. They communicated well, set expectations and everyone was friendly and helpful. The coordinator and storage staff were also amazing! HIGHLY recommend!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TacLog Moving Services has been in business for 11 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like intrastate moving and office moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TacLog Moving Services has about 80% positive reviews across roughly 122 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.2.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from TacLog Moving Services.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. TacLog Moving Services emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Taclog movers were incredible—worked hard all day, very courteous, respectful, and careful with our items. Communication was excellent, truly making the move less stressful. Will absolutely use them again!"
"They were on time, professional, packed the truck without damaging anything, fast, and placed things where we wanted. Honest with pricing—no hidden fees. Very happy with the service and would recommend to anyone!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Murrieta Moving has been in business for 7 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. Murrieta Moving has about 78% positive reviews across roughly 111 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.5.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Murrieta Moving.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Murrieta Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Manager Dave was phenomenal, overseeing our move with precision and care. The whole team was efficient and respectful—truly a 5-star service!"
"Debbie made our moving day so much easier. Her team was prompt, careful, and incredibly efficient. It’s clear why they come highly recommended by our neighbors."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Honest A's Affordable Moving, Inc. has been in business for 14 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. Honest A's Affordable Moving, Inc. has about 88% positive reviews across roughly 136 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Honest A's Affordable Moving, Inc..
Customer service 3.8
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Honest A's Affordable Moving, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The staff was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, honest and completely up front with you from beginning to end. The movers had a great attitude, professional, was very attentive and always kept us informed of what was going on."
"They were on time. Very friendly. Did a great job. I felt it was a very reasonable price. Thanks"
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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 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. NorthStar Moving Company has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 68 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.8.
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 prompt, professional, and made the move stress-free—even reassembling all my furniture. Would highly recommend!"
"Super efficient and easy move! They were very nice, professional and respectful to me and my items. Everything arrived quickly, in good condition and under budget. Would def use North Star again!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. SafeWay Moving & Storage has been in business for 19 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. SafeWay Moving & Storage has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 482 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.8.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from SafeWay Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. SafeWay Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The team arrived on time, handled everything with care, and completed the move within the estimated timeframe. Their rates were reasonable, making the whole experience stress-free. I highly recommend SafeWay Moving Company."
"I moved from Los Angeles to Phoenix AZ... They called me and confirmed the day before and showed up right on time with three awesome guys... They didn’t break a single thing and were as professional as they come."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.4
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has been in business for 5 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.
Review quality 3.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 188 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 instant email quotes from College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving.
Customer service 4.4
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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The guys who came were quick, polite, and professional.
The entire process from start to finish was so easy and quick. Kind, professional, and took such good care of my items. I can not recommend College HUNKS enough!
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company has been in business for 11 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. California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company has about 99% positive reviews across roughly 142 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 instant email quotes from California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company, and California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Movers were careful with all our stuff. We moved twice with Pure movers and they did a fantastic job both time. Totally recommend them."
"Our move from San Francisco to San Diego with Pure Moving Company was fantastic, all thanks to Nick. He made sure everything was covered and wrapped securely, taking the stress out of the process."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Oakley Relocation has been in business for 17 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. Oakley Relocation has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 229 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 Oakley Relocation.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Oakley Relocation emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
Recent reviews
"The movers were extremely professional, efficient, and treated my belongings with the utmost care. They worked seamlessly as a team, making a stressful day smooth and even enjoyable. Highly recommend!"
"We had a great experience with Oakley Relocation packing our belongings for our move from California to Tennessee. Tyler and his crew were extremely professional and courteous. They worked efficiently and got the job done much quicker than we expected."
Which Murrieta movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Murrieta mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 39 Murrieta moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 31 of 39 Murrieta movers (79.49%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Ruff and Ready Moving (4.52/5) is Murrieta's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 24 of 39 Murrieta movers (61.54%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Ruff and Ready Moving (4.52/5) rates highest for antique care in Murrieta.
- Art packing: 24 of 39 Murrieta movers (61.54%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Ruff and Ready Moving (4.52/5) rates highest for art packing in Murrieta.
- Climate-controlled storage: 3 of 39 Murrieta movers (7.69%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally.
- Fragile-only packing: 11 of 39 Murrieta movers (28.21%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Murrieta Moving (4.26/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Murrieta.
How much does piano moving cost in Murrieta?
Piano moving is available from 31 of 39 Murrieta movers (79.49%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Ruff and Ready Moving leads Murrieta piano movers with a 4.52/5 moveBuddha score, followed by TacLog Moving Services at 4.34/5. A standalone piano move in Murrieta typically costs $1,048 to $4,585, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Murrieta | Details |
|---|---|
| Murrieta movers offering this | 31 of 39 (79.49%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Murrieta piano movers | Ruff and Ready Moving, TacLog Moving Services |
| Upright piano | $1,048 to $1,965 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,572 to $3,275 |
| Grand piano | $2,358 to $4,585 |
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 Murrieta?
Antique handling is available from 24 of 39 Murrieta movers (61.54%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Ruff and Ready Moving (4.52/5) and TacLog Moving Services (4.34/5) rate highest for antique care in Murrieta. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,310 to $3,275 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Murrieta | Details |
|---|---|
| Murrieta movers offering this | 24 of 39 (61.54%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Murrieta antique movers | Ruff and Ready Moving, TacLog Moving Services |
| Added cost to a household move | $1,310 to $3,275 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $66 to $655 |
| Custom crating per item | $197 to $262 |
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 Murrieta?
Art packing is available from 24 of 39 Murrieta movers (61.54%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Ruff and Ready Moving (4.52/5) and TacLog Moving Services (4.34/5) rate highest for art packing in Murrieta. Per-piece art handling in Murrieta runs $66 to $655, with custom crates adding $197 to $262 per item.
| Art packing in Murrieta | Details |
|---|---|
| Murrieta movers offering this | 24 of 39 (61.54%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Murrieta art movers | Ruff and Ready Moving, TacLog Moving Services |
| Per-piece handling fee | $66 to $655 |
| Custom crating per item | $197 to $262 |
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 Murrieta?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 3 of 39 Murrieta movers (7.69%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $337/month in Murrieta.
| Climate-controlled storage in Murrieta | Details |
|---|---|
| Murrieta movers offering this | 3 of 39 (7.69%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $337 |
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 Murrieta?
Fragile-only packing is available from 11 of 39 Murrieta movers (28.21%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Murrieta Moving (4.26/5) and California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company (4.56/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Murrieta. 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 Murrieta | Details |
|---|---|
| Murrieta movers offering this | 11 of 39 (28.21%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Murrieta providers | Murrieta Moving, California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company |
| 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 Murrieta?
Best California Movers (4.52/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Murrieta, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California. The Murrieta market averages 4.3/5 across 39 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Murrieta, CA
How much do movers cost in Murrieta, CA?
Local movers in Murrieta, CA charge by the hour. Based on moveBuddha's data from 7 Murrieta movers, hourly rates in this market range from $104/hour to $159/hour, with a median of $124/hour. Murrieta's top-rated mover is Best California Movers, earning a 4.52/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California.
Key cost factors for a Murrieta 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: 26.0% of Murrieta movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 44.0% of Murrieta movers (17.0 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 Murrieta across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 87.0% of Murrieta movers (34.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Murrieta movers (39.0 companies) offer full packing, and 62.0% 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 Murrieta include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Murrieta, 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 Murrieta movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Murrieta movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100.0% (39.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 62.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 82.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$337/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 44.0% (17.0 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) | 79.0% (31.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 49.0% (19.0 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 Murrieta offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Murrieta 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 Murrieta
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.