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Bayside Moving review 2026 (Gulf Breeze, FL)

In business since 2017 · Updated

Bayside Moving is a Gulf Breeze, FL mover ranked #145 of 825 movers in Florida with a 4.30/5 rating.

97% of Bayside Moving's 172 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its affordable rates, while the most common complaint involves damage to items.

Bayside Moving has been in business since 2017. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.

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How Bayside Moving measures up

Across 172 reviews, Bayside Moving in Gulf Breeze, FL is rated 4.9/5 on Google (109 reviews) and 4.9/5 on Yelp (24 reviews), and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

Bayside Moving ranks #145 out of 825 movers in Florida with a moveBuddha Score of 4.30 out of 5.

  • moveBuddha Score

    moveBuddha Score

    The moveBuddha Score is a single 0–5 rating that combines everything we know about a mover, so you can compare companies without cross-referencing a dozen review sites.

    It weighs customer service, quote accuracy, review quality, industry experience, website quality, brand strength, and ratings from Google, Yelp, and the Better Business Bureau.

    It is not a paid placement. Partners and non-partners are scored the same way.

  • Google rating

    Based on 109 reviews
  • Yelp rating

    Based on 24 reviews
  • Better Business Bureau

    Based on BBB profile
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Is Bayside Moving moveBuddha Certified?

Bayside Moving is not moveBuddha Certified. Certified movers are licensed carriers vetted by moveBuddha and spot-checked every quarter. They meet higher standards for insurance, pricing transparency, and customer care.

With a Certified mover, moveBuddha does the vetting for you and provides added protection. Bayside Moving hasn't gone through that certification process, so it's important to check licensing, insurance, estimates, and claims policies yourself before booking.

What movebuddha certified movers offer

  • Up to $1,000 in added move coverage*. Extra protection for eligible moves.
  • Vetted for licensing and insurance**. We verify state-required insurance for local movers and liability and cargo coverage for interstate movers.
  • Dedicated moveBuddha support. Help through the move process.
  • Dispute mediation. moveBuddha steps in if issues arise.

Before you book, check:

  • USDOT and MC numbers. Look up the license and complaint history on FMCSA's site.
  • Insurance coverage. Ask for proof of liability and cargo insurance.
  • A written estimate. Binding or not-to-exceed, with every fee listed.
  • The claims process. Ask how damage claims are filed and how long they take.

* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind. About moveBuddha Certified

** Local movers must hold insurance that meets state requirements for local moves. Interstate movers must carry auto liability of at least $750,000, general liability of at least $1M, and motor truck cargo coverage at or above $5,000 per vehicle and $10,000 per occurrence.

What do customers say about Bayside Moving?

Out of 172 verified reviews, 97% of customers left a positive review about Bayside Moving in Gulf Breeze, FL. 1.2% of reviews are negative and 1.7% are neutral. Bayside Moving has a 7% higher positive review percentage than the average Florida moving company (97% vs the Florida state average of 90%).

  • Positive97.1%(167)
  • Neutral1.7%(3)
  • Negative1.2%(2)

Based on 172 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.

What customers like about Bayside Moving

  • Affordable rates

    Many reviewers found Bayside Moving to be more budget-friendly than competitors without sacrificing quality.

  • Flexibility

    Clients liked that Bayside Moving was willing to adjust schedules or accommodate last-minute changes.

  • Consistency and follow-up

    Reviewers liked that Bayside Moving stayed in touch before and after the move to ensure everything went smoothly.

  • Respectful of property

    Customers appreciated how carefully Bayside Moving's team maneuvered furniture through tight spaces without damaging walls or floors.

  • Careful handling

    Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to Bayside Moving's attention to detail.

What positive reviewers say

  • “After 25 years in the military, this was my seventh move and by far the best. Austin was professional, responsive, and flexible, while his team arrived on time. Not a single item was lost or broken.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “Bayside Moving LLC was the best decision we made. Austin returned my call within an hour, quoted me very fairly, and the price was amazing for the quality of work. Everything was as promised.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “100% White-glove service! Jacob and Adam are professional movers who demonstrate the utmost care for the customer’s possessions and home, while providing impeccably polite customer service.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “The team was so good about the care they take with our belongings, and working with us on timing of our packing and coordinating two moves. Their communication was top notch throughout the process.”

    Beverly HolmquistVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Extremely reasonable pricing. No lost, misplaced, or broken items. They placed each item into its respective location in the destination home.”

    John CoblentzVerified ReviewerGoogle

What mixed reviewers say

  • “They did not secure anything with rope to avoid shifting during our move. A stainless steel fridge got scratched because they did not cover it completely with blankets. The owner, Austin, contacted me and apologized.”

    YelpVerified Reviewer

Most common complaints about Bayside Moving

  • Damage to items

    Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.

  • Higher-than-expected costs

    Final bills were occasionally much higher than initial estimates, upsetting customers.

What negative reviewers say

  • “I had more damage than I've had in any previous moves. Broken wood, dings, dented refrigerator door, bent metal frame on sofa, damaged leather on sofa. Austin compensated us, but I still have a damaged sofa.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “They charged me $1400 just to move 10 items & my 14 baby mamas & our 16 kids out on a rainy day.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer

Bayside Moving

4.30Gulf Breeze, FLSince 2017

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What services does Bayside Moving offer?

Licensed under US DOT number 2823665, Bayside Moving offers full-service moving, local moves, long-distance moves, and commercial moves.

Services offered

Is Bayside Moving licensed and insured?

Registered with the FMCSA

US DOT 2823665. Operating status is not on this profile. Check on SAFER

Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha

Bayside Moving is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 2823665. It also holds a Florida intrastate license, number IM 2583.

Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Bayside Moving holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.

State license number
IM 2583Issued by Florida. Covers moves within the state, which the FMCSA does not
FMCSA safety rating
Not ratedMost carriers are unrated. A rating is only assigned after a compliance review. It is not a failed one.

How much does Bayside Moving cost?

Bayside Moving does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in Florida, you can expect to pay approximately $142/hr. Total local-move costs from similar movers typically run $400–$750 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $850–$1,750 for a 2-3 bedroom, and $1,700–$3,400 for a 4+ bedroom home. Long-distance (500-1,000 mi) 2-3 bedroom moves from similar movers typically run $4,500–$7,500.

What similar movers typically bill for a local move

Full-service Florida moving companies similar to Bayside Moving typically bill the amounts below using a $142/hr rate for a 2-person crew and scaling up for larger homes that need more movers and hours.

Typical local move totals from similar movers
Home sizeTypical totalTime and crew
Studio / 1 bedroom$400–$7503–5 hours, 2 movers
2-3 bedrooms$850–$1,7505–8 hours, 2–3 movers
4+ bedrooms$1,700–$3,4008–12 hours, 3–4 movers

What similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move

Bayside Moving offers interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service Florida moving companies.

Typical long-distance move totals from similar movers
Home sizeDistanceTypical total
2-3 bedrooms500–1,000 mi$4,500–$7,500
4+ bedrooms500–1,000 mi$7,000–$11,500

What payment options and discounts does Bayside Moving offer?

Accepts
Credit Cards
Deposit
Not listed, so ask

Bayside Moving accepts credit cards. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.

How Bayside Moving compares with other local movers

With a moveBuddha score of 4.30 out of 5, Bayside Moving places fifth when ranked against the five highest-scoring moving companies near Gulf Breeze, just behind Family First Moving And Storage LLC and level on score with Coastal Moving And Storage but with more reviews. At 172 reviews, Bayside Moving has fewer reviews than four of the five. Bayside Moving has a review quality score higher than four of the five, but the lowest website score.

The five highest-scoring nearby movers, by moveBuddha score.

#MoverScoreReviews
1All My Sons Moving & StoragePensacola4.504,214
2Chosen One Movers, LLCPensacola4.36230
3TWO MEN AND A TRUCKPensacola4.34914
4Family First Moving And Storage LLCPensacola4.34194
5Bayside MovingThis mover · ranks #54.30172
6Coastal Moving And StoragePensacola4.30149

How does Bayside Moving compare to other Florida movers?

  • moveBuddha score#145 of 825(better than average)

    4.30vs 3.63 avg

    Bayside Moving scores 4.30, above the Florida average of 3.63, and ranks #145 of 825 Florida movers.

  • Positive reviews#282 of 825(better than average)

    97%vs 90% avg

    Bayside Moving has 97% positive reviews, above the Florida average of 90%, and ranks #282 of 825 Florida movers.

  • Negative reviews#207 of 825(better than average)

    1%vs 9% avg

    Bayside Moving has 1% negative reviews, below the Florida average of 9%, and ranks #207 of 825 Florida movers. A lower percentage is better.

  • Reviews analyzed#335 of 825(worse than average)

    172vs 311 avg

    Bayside Moving has 172 reviews analyzed, below the Florida average of 311, and ranks #335 of 825 Florida movers.

  • Yelp rating#15 of 825(better than average)

    4.9vs 3.3 avg

    Bayside Moving has a Yelp rating of 4.9, above the Florida average of 3.3, and ranks #15 of 825 Florida movers.

  • BBB rating#67 of 825(better than average)

    A+vs A- avg

    Bayside Moving has a BBB rating of A+, above the Florida average of A-, and ranks #67 of 825 Florida movers.

  • Years in business#188 of 825(worse than average)

    9 yearsvs 18 years avg

    Bayside Moving has been in business for 9 years, below the Florida average of 18 years, and ranks #188 of 825 Florida movers.

MetricThis moverFlorida avg
moveBuddha score#145 of 825 in Florida4.303.63
Positive reviews#282 of 825 in Florida97%90%
Negative reviewsLower is better#207 of 825 in Florida1%9%
Reviews analyzed#335 of 825 in Florida172311
Yelp ratingBased on only 24 reviews#15 of 825 in Florida4.93.3
BBB rating#67 of 825 in FloridaA+A-
Years in business#188 of 825 in Florida9 years18 years

Compared with 825 Florida movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Florida.

Bayside Moving

4.30Gulf Breeze, FLSince 2017

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Final verdict: Bayside Moving

Bayside Moving earns a 4.30/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #145 among Florida movers, with 97% positive feedback across 172 customer reviews.

Customers consistently praise its affordable rates and flexibility. It is best for customers prioritizing helpful crews, careful handling of belongings, and reliable service experience.

With a track record dating to 2017, it has less history than the average Florida mover, and the most common complaint is damage to items.

All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated November 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.

Why moveBuddha?

  • 30%+Average savings

    On average, moveBuddha users save more than 30% by comparing movers before booking.

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  • $1,000Added move coverage*

    When you choose a moveBuddha Certified mover, you get $1,000 in added move coverage*, plus dedicated support throughout your move.

  • 1-on-1Dispute mediation

    If something goes wrong, moveBuddha provides dispute mediation with Certified movers to help resolve the issue and protect your move.

* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind.

How we score moving companies

Every mover on moveBuddha is scored on the same six factors, weighted by how much each one changes a move.

  • Quotes & payment optionsWeighs most

    The heaviest factor, because price certainty is where moves go wrong. We reward estimates you can hold a mover to, and terms disclosed before you pay.

  • Online reputationMajor factor

    An objective read from third parties rather than from the mover. The Google rating for the company's headquarters sets the band; Trustpilot, BBB, and independent review sites are read alongside it.

  • ServicesMajor factor

    The range a mover can actually cover, scored across seven categories, with extra credit for the uncommon ones most companies hand off to a subcontractor.

  • Customer supportSupporting factor

    How easily you can reach a human, and how clearly the mover sets expectations before, during, and after the move. Verified against company documentation and direct outreach.

  • Review feedbackSupporting factor

    A company's share of positive customer feedback, converted straight to points, with no curve and no editorial adjustment.

  • State availabilityMinor factor

    The lightest factor, and deliberately so: wide coverage helps more readers reach a mover, but it says nothing about how good the move will be.

What the scores are built on

  • 4,500+Moving companies analyzed
  • 1M+Authenticated reviews
  • 25+Independent data sources
  • 1,000+Live price points a month
  • $0Paid for a ranking
  • MonthlyRefreshed and re-verified

Read the full scoring methodology

Written by

Ryan CarriganCo-founder, moveBuddha

Ryan Carrigan is the co-founder of moveBuddha and a leading voice in the moving industry, helping hundreds of thousands of Americans make smarter, safer relocation decisions each year. With more than a decade of experience analyzing moving companies, pricing trends, and industry regulations, Ryan brings hands-on industry knowledge and data-driven insight to every guide and review. His research has been featured in Forbes, Consumer Reports, The New York Times, and NBC News.

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