Emerald Moving & Storage, Panama City Beach, FL (2025 Review)

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: May 14, 2025
5 min read

Emerald Moving & Storage

5821 Venture Crossings,
Panama City Beach, FL 32413

Customer Praise

Efficient service (34%)
Professional and polite staff (30%)
Good communication (25%)

Customer Complaints

Damage to items (20%)
Delayed arrival or delivery (16%)
Lack of communication (11%)

Review Analysis

Emerald Moving & Storage racks up glowing feedback, with 94% of customer input expressing satisfaction. Across 66 reviews, clients repeatedly mention professional and polite staff, careful handling, fast service, and high efficiency as standout qualities. Many found the team reliable, recommending their services to others. Several reviews note how the crew protected fragile items, worked swiftly, and communicated clearly throughout moves. A handful of responses report less favorable experiences, mainly raising concerns about the company outsourcing moves to other parties, damage to personal items, and unsatisfactory complaint resolution. Compared to most moving companies, Emerald Moving & Storage stands out for its consistently positive service and reputation, though transparency and follow-up on rare issues could be improved.

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Services

Local Moves
Intrastate moves
Interstate moves
Full-service packing
Custom crating
Climate-controlled storage
Senior moves
Office moves
Instant email quote

Company info

DOT #: 3246056
FMCSA Rating: None (Updated 2023-05-02)
Number of trucks: 3
Number of drivers: 6
Miles Driven: 60,000 (2022)
No deposit required
Pay by credit card
Ask for special discounts and offers

Note: If you're moving out of state, check out our list of the best long distance movers in Florida.

Cost to move with Emerald Moving & Storage

On average, the cost to hire movers in Florida is $116 an hour.

You could pay more or less with Emerald Moving & Storage depending on the specific details of your move. For an estimate of your move costs you can use our Moving Cost Calculator.

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Moving out of Florida?

If you are moving from Panama City Beach, FL, to another state, finding a company that is well-versed in interstate relocations is key to having as stress-free an experience as possible.

The top interstate movers understand the particular logistics involved in out-of-state relocations and have the equipment and manpower to safely and efficiently move your belongings across state lines.

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Safeway Moving	Get A Quote	4.85 / 5
Mayzlin Relocation	Get A Quote	4.9 / 5
American Van Lines	Get A Quote	4.5 / 5

Cost to move out of Florida

If you're moving out of state, here are some sample moving quotes:

Florida to New York: $938 – $6,439
Florida to California: $1,880 – $8,701
Florida to Illinois: $982 – $6,407
Florida to Texas: $1,108 – $6,783
Florida to Arizona: $1,588 – $7,986

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FAQ

Is Emerald Moving & Storage properly licensed?

Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services.

USDOT #: 3246056.

You can also use their state regulator website to look up their active status.

Does Emerald Moving & Storage have any additional locations outside of Panama City Beach?

The following list includes other Emerald Moving & Storage locations:

Santa Rosa Beach

Is Emerald Moving & Storage Associated with a van line?

Van lines are networks of local movers that operate separately but under the same umbrella of a multi-state organization. It's not as complicated as it sounds. Learn what van lines are.

Emerald Moving & Storage functions as an independent moving company. They are not affiliated with a van line company.

Should you negotiate with Panama City Beach movers?

While haggling over moving costs isn't typically effective, there are still ways to save. Many companies offer ongoing moving discounts for groups like seniors, military personnel, and students, as well as special offers for early-bird reservations.

Getting quotes from multiple companies will also allow you to inquire about price matching. Some movers will honor lower quotes from competitors, so it doesn’t hurt to ask — and be ready to show estimates from other companies.

How do I choose a Panama City Beach moving company?

To choose the best moving company for you, start by researching reputable movers in Panama City Beach. You'll want to be on the lookout for companies with mostly positive customer reviews, valid licenses, and comprehensive insurance to ensure your belongings are protected. Beyond that, you’ll want to make sure they can handle the type of move you need.

Ask for detailed moving quotes from at least three companies to compare services, pricing, and availability. A reliable Panama City Beach moving company will be one that offers transparent pricing, excellent communication, and a proven track record of successful moves.