Best Movers Near Riverside, CA (2026 Reviews)
Burgess Moving and Storage is Riverside's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.44/5 , followed by Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. at 4.38/5. moveBuddha scored 56 movers based in Riverside out of 374 reviewed across California, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California.
Local movers in Riverside charge by the hour. The average crew rate in this market is $75/hour. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Riverside moving companies compare?
Riverside's 56 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Riverside, with a market average of 4.32/5, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Riverside from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Riverside address.
Proximity to Riverside 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 Riverside?
Burgess Moving and Storage is Riverside's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.44/5, followed by Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. at 4.38/5.
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 56 Riverside movers drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California, with a market average score of 4.32/5. Rankings include movers based in Riverside 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.
- Burgess Moving and Storage: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- Golden West Moving Systems, Inc.: 4.38 out of 5 stars
- Trek Movers: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- Big Deahl's Movers: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Inland Empire Movers: 4.36 out of 5 stars
- VIP Transport, Inc.: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- JFK Moving Company: 4.36 out of 5 stars
- Dirt Cheap Movers, LLC: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- Alex Moving and Storage: 4.42 out of 5 stars
- Golden Eagle Moving, LLC: 4.44 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Burgess Moving and Storage has been in business for 80 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Burgess Moving and Storage has about 86% positive reviews across roughly 100 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.3.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Burgess Moving and Storage.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Burgess Moving and Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"Burgess sent out three terrific movers who were attentive, courteous, and professional. Andy, Ryan, and Stephen arrived on time and quickly assessed our moving situation. Unloading and assembling our possessions was impressive, and best of all nothing was damaged."
"My grandmother has lots of collectibles and good China and it all made it in tact. Thank you so much Tom for getting us taken care of so quickly."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. has been in business for 61 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. Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. has about 88% positive reviews across roughly 24 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.1.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Golden West Moving Systems, Inc., and Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The movers are top notch, and very professional. I would recommend them for moving services."
"Phil and Rigo are consummate professionals with a great sense of humor and positive attitude. I highly recommend Golden West Moving."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Trek Movers 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 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Trek Movers has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 1378 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.7.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Trek Movers.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Trek Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Trek Movers made my move so easy! They were efficient, careful with my belongings, and finished ahead of schedule. No hidden fees and great communication. Highly recommend!
The team was on time, professional, and handled everything with care. They worked quickly and made the process stress-free. Would definitely use them again!
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Big Deahl's Movers has been in business for 10 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. Big Deahl's Movers has an average Yelp rating of 4.4.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Big Deahl's Movers.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Big Deahl's Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Inland Empire Movers has been in business for 17 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. Inland Empire Movers has an average Yelp rating of 4.7.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Inland Empire Movers.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Inland Empire Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. VIP Transport, Inc. has been in business for 43 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. VIP Transport, Inc. has about 89% positive reviews across roughly 244 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.2.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from VIP Transport, Inc..
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. VIP Transport, Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"VIP Transport was amazing! Their crew was professional, courteous, and made the move smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend them for anyone looking to move."
"I have used VIP Transport for my last three moves and they have been excellent each and every time. Constant communication and professionalism! They truly take a huge chunk of stress out of your move."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. JFK Moving Company has been in business for 6 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. JFK Moving Company has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 467 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from JFK Moving Company.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. JFK Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Our moving team from JFK Moving Company was fantastic! They arrived on time, were courteous and professional. We especially appreciated the way they took good care of our belongings. They were well-prepared, efficient, worked hard and finished on time."
"JFK movers made my move so easy and seamless. Starting with the main person who set everything up, Kassandra made everything easy, affordable, and worked with my schedule. She was so organized and had such great communication."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.4
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Dirt Cheap Movers, LLC 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 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Dirt Cheap Movers, LLC has about 86% positive reviews across roughly 302 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.3.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Dirt Cheap Movers, LLC.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Dirt Cheap Movers, LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Dirt Cheap Movers made my move a breeze. The team was on time, professional, careful with my stuff, and the price was exactly as quoted. No hidden fees. Highly recommend them to anyone!"
"Super efficient and friendly crew, handled all our belongings with care. Booking was easy, communication was great, and the price was really fair. I’ll use them again and tell my friends to as well!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Alex Moving and Storage has been in business for 24 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. Alex Moving and Storage has about 43% positive reviews across roughly 126 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.1.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Alex Moving and Storage, and Alex Moving and Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Alex Moving and Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
Recent reviews
"I have used Alex Moving for several moves now and each time they have been helpful, reliable and professional. It is so refreshing to have customer service done correctly. I have recommended them to my friends, family and my boss at work!"
"Alex was personable and honest in his estimate, the moving crew were all very accomodating and professional, and in the end...the move cost less than they had projected. Highly recommended and we'll use them again!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Golden Eagle Moving, LLC has been in business for 44 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. Golden Eagle Moving, LLC has about 81% positive reviews across roughly 160 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Golden Eagle Moving, LLC.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Golden Eagle Moving, LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"This is my second experience with this company and I can not say enough good about them. Very helpful from beginning to end. The crew worked well together. I would recommend them to everyone."
"I booked with Roberta @ Golden Eagle. My movers arrived right at the scheduled time. They were very professional and went out of their way to be helpful. Loaded & unloaded quickly and set up the items needed."
Which Riverside movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Riverside mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 56 Riverside moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 42 of 56 Riverside movers (75.0%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Burgess Moving and Storage (4.44/5) is Riverside's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 34 of 56 Riverside movers (60.71%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. (4.38/5) rates highest for antique care in Riverside.
- Art packing: 35 of 56 Riverside movers (62.5%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Burgess Moving and Storage (4.44/5) rates highest for art packing in Riverside.
- Climate-controlled storage: 8 of 56 Riverside movers (14.29%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. (4.38/5) is Riverside's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 20 of 56 Riverside movers (35.71%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Burgess Moving and Storage (4.44/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Riverside.
How much does piano moving cost in Riverside?
Piano moving is available from 42 of 56 Riverside movers (75.0%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Burgess Moving and Storage leads Riverside piano movers with a 4.44/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. at 4.38/5. A standalone piano move in Riverside typically costs $1,048 to $4,585, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Riverside | Details |
|---|---|
| Riverside movers offering this | 42 of 56 (75.0%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Riverside piano movers | Burgess Moving and Storage, Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. |
| 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 Riverside?
Antique handling is available from 34 of 56 Riverside movers (60.71%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. (4.38/5) and Trek Movers (4.44/5) rate highest for antique care in Riverside. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,310 to $3,275 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Riverside | Details |
|---|---|
| Riverside movers offering this | 34 of 56 (60.71%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Riverside antique movers | Golden West Moving Systems, Inc., Trek Movers |
| 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 Riverside?
Art packing is available from 35 of 56 Riverside movers (62.5%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Burgess Moving and Storage (4.44/5) and Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. (4.38/5) rate highest for art packing in Riverside. Per-piece art handling in Riverside runs $66 to $655, with custom crates adding $197 to $262 per item.
| Art packing in Riverside | Details |
|---|---|
| Riverside movers offering this | 35 of 56 (62.5%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Riverside art movers | Burgess Moving and Storage, Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. |
| 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 Riverside?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 8 of 56 Riverside movers (14.29%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. (4.38/5) and Big Deahl's Movers (4.5/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Riverside. 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 Riverside.
| Climate-controlled storage in Riverside | Details |
|---|---|
| Riverside movers offering this | 8 of 56 (14.29%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Riverside providers | Golden West Moving Systems, Inc., Big Deahl's Movers |
| 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 Riverside?
Fragile-only packing is available from 20 of 56 Riverside movers (35.71%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Burgess Moving and Storage (4.44/5) and Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. (4.38/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Riverside. 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 Riverside | Details |
|---|---|
| Riverside movers offering this | 20 of 56 (35.71%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Riverside providers | Burgess Moving and Storage, Golden West Moving Systems, Inc. |
| 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 Riverside?
Flex Moving & Storage (4.3/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Riverside, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California. The Riverside market averages 4.32/5 across 56 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Riverside, CA
How much do movers cost in Riverside, CA?
Local movers in Riverside, CA charge by the hour. Based on moveBuddha's data from 8 Riverside movers, hourly rates in this market range from $104/hour to $159/hour, with a median of $122/hour. Riverside's top-rated mover is Flex Moving & Storage, earning a 4.3/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California.
Key cost factors for a Riverside 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: 23.0% of Riverside movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 41.0% of Riverside movers (23.0 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 Riverside across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 91.0% of Riverside movers (51.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Riverside movers (56.0 companies) offer full packing, and 63.0% 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 Riverside include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Riverside, 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 Riverside movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Riverside movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100.0% (56.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 63.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 84.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$337/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 41.0% (23.0 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) | 75.0% (42.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 46.0% (26.0 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 Riverside offer senior, military, or other discounts?
Riverside movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Riverside mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Riverside movers are excluded. CA state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.
| Discount type | % of Riverside movers | # of movers | Riverside movers offering it | Data source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior | 5.0% | 3.0 | -- | Riverside |
| Military | 2.0% | 1.0 | -- | Riverside |
| Teacher | 2.0% | 1.0 | -- | Riverside |
Ask each mover whether the discount applies to your specific move date, what proof of eligibility is required, and whether it stacks with seasonal pricing or off-peak rates. Discounts are not automatically applied. Request them at the quote stage, before signing.
How we chose the best moving companies in Riverside
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.