Best Movers Near Valle Vista, CA (2026 Reviews)
Merit Moving Systems is Valle Vista's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.66/5 , followed by Ruff and Ready Moving at 4.52/5. moveBuddha scored 26 movers based in Valle Vista out of 374 reviewed across California, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California.
Local movers in Valle Vista 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 Valle Vista moving companies compare?
Valle Vista's 26 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Valle Vista, 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 Valle Vista from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Valle Vista address.
Proximity to Valle Vista 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 Valle Vista?
Merit Moving Systems is Valle Vista's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.66/5, followed by Ruff and Ready Moving 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 26 Valle Vista movers drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California, with a market average score of 4.3/5. Rankings include movers based in Valle Vista 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.
- Merit Moving Systems: 4.66 out of 5 stars
- Ruff and Ready Moving: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- Meathead Movers: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- Aces Moving Pros Inc.: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- TacLog Moving Services: 4.34 out of 5 stars
- Burgess Moving and Storage: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- JFK Moving Company: 4.36 out of 5 stars
- ACME Moving and Storage: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- Honest A's Affordable Moving, Inc.: 4.3 out of 5 stars
- Greek Movers: 4.34 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Merit Moving Systems has been in business for 38 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. Merit Moving Systems has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 121 total reviews, with 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 Merit Moving Systems.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Merit Moving Systems emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"Our move was complex but the Merit team was organized, eager to ensure we were happy, and packed everything carefully. Alyson kept us informed about arrival times. Highly recommend!"
"The moving crew was very professional, efficient and careful, and Alyson coordinated both moves to perfection—even with changing dates. I will definitely use Merit for any future moves."
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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.
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"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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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 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Aces Moving Pros Inc. 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 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Aces Moving Pros Inc. has about 84% positive reviews across roughly 143 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 Aces Moving Pros Inc..
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Aces Moving Pros Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Aces was GREAT! Luis and Isaac arrived 5 minutes early, very professional yet friendly and got right to work. Checked out the complete job first, then efficiently started wrapping and getting it all loaded. I appreciated their care of our belongings."
"We had a great experience with Aces for our cross-country move. The process was smooth and efficient. Everything was handled with care and arranged expertly. Nothing was damaged. Professional, courteous, and adaptable as our plans evolved. 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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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 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.
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"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 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. ACME Moving and Storage has been in business for 13 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. ACME Moving and Storage has about 88% positive reviews across roughly 198 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from ACME Moving and Storage.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. ACME Moving and Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Acme movers did an awesome job on my recent move! The entire process was flawless from booking to completion. Their attention to detail, follow-up, communication and professionalism was wonderful."
"We used Acme for our move. Everyone was professional, polite, and very careful with our items. They arrived on time and made everything stress-free. Highly recommend."
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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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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.1
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Greek Movers 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 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Greek Movers has about 86% positive reviews across roughly 1407 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.8.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Greek Movers.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Greek Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Greek movers was fantastic! Their pricing was incredibly competitive and transparent, with no surprises. Zach’s team’s clear communication kept me informed every step of the way, making the process seamless. Highly recommend!"
"Benny and Kevin communicated with me. They arrived on the appointed time. They carefully moved the furniture even though they had to use a small elevator from the third floor and had to walk a long way to their truck."
Which Valle Vista movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Valle Vista mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 26 Valle Vista moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 21 of 26 Valle Vista movers (80.77%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Merit Moving Systems (4.66/5) is Valle Vista's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 13 of 26 Valle Vista movers (50.0%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Merit Moving Systems (4.66/5) rates highest for antique care in Valle Vista.
- Art packing: 15 of 26 Valle Vista movers (57.69%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Merit Moving Systems (4.66/5) rates highest for art packing in Valle Vista.
- Climate-controlled storage: 2 of 26 Valle Vista movers (7.69%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally.
- Fragile-only packing: 11 of 26 Valle Vista movers (42.31%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Merit Moving Systems (4.66/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Valle Vista.
How much does piano moving cost in Valle Vista?
Piano moving is available from 21 of 26 Valle Vista movers (80.77%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Merit Moving Systems leads Valle Vista piano movers with a 4.66/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Ruff and Ready Moving at 4.52/5. A standalone piano move in Valle Vista typically costs $1,048 to $4,585, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Valle Vista | Details |
|---|---|
| Valle Vista movers offering this | 21 of 26 (80.77%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Valle Vista piano movers | Merit Moving Systems, Ruff and Ready Moving |
| 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 Valle Vista?
Antique handling is available from 13 of 26 Valle Vista movers (50.0%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Merit Moving Systems (4.66/5) and Ruff and Ready Moving (4.52/5) rate highest for antique care in Valle Vista. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,310 to $3,275 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Valle Vista | Details |
|---|---|
| Valle Vista movers offering this | 13 of 26 (50.0%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Valle Vista antique movers | Merit Moving Systems, Ruff and Ready Moving |
| 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 Valle Vista?
Art packing is available from 15 of 26 Valle Vista movers (57.69%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Merit Moving Systems (4.66/5) and Ruff and Ready Moving (4.52/5) rate highest for art packing in Valle Vista. Per-piece art handling in Valle Vista runs $66 to $655, with custom crates adding $197 to $262 per item.
| Art packing in Valle Vista | Details |
|---|---|
| Valle Vista movers offering this | 15 of 26 (57.69%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Valle Vista art movers | Merit Moving Systems, Ruff and Ready Moving |
| 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 Valle Vista?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 2 of 26 Valle Vista 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 Valle Vista.
| Climate-controlled storage in Valle Vista | Details |
|---|---|
| Valle Vista movers offering this | 2 of 26 (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 Valle Vista?
Fragile-only packing is available from 11 of 26 Valle Vista movers (42.31%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Merit Moving Systems (4.66/5) and Aces Moving Pros Inc. (4.56/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Valle Vista. 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 Valle Vista | Details |
|---|---|
| Valle Vista movers offering this | 11 of 26 (42.31%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Valle Vista providers | Merit Moving Systems, Aces Moving Pros 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 Valle Vista?
Best California Movers (4.52/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Valle Vista, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California. The Valle Vista market averages 4.3/5 across 26 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Valle Vista, CA
How much do movers cost in Valle Vista, CA?
Local movers in Valle Vista, CA charge by the hour. Based on moveBuddha's data from 3 Valle Vista movers, hourly rates in this market range from $120/hour to $159/hour, with a median of $124/hour. Valle Vista'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 Valle Vista 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 Valle Vista movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 38.0% of Valle Vista movers (10.0 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 Valle Vista across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 85.0% of Valle Vista movers (22.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Valle Vista movers (26.0 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 Valle Vista include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Valle Vista, 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 Valle Vista movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Valle Vista movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100.0% (26.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 62.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 73.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$337/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 38.0% (10.0 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) | 85.0% (22.0 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% (12.0 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 Valle Vista offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Valle Vista 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 Valle Vista
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.