First Class Moving Systems, Inc. review 2026 (Tampa, FL)
In business since 2001 · Updated
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First Class Moving Systems, Inc. is a Tampa, FL mover ranked #5 of 24 Tampa movers and #21 of 825 in Florida with a 4.56/5 rating.
78% of First Class Moving Systems, Inc.'s 294 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its knowledgeable staff, while the most common complaint involves delayed arrival or delivery.
In business since 2001, First Class Moving Systems, Inc. holds active FMCSA registration (USDOT #944759) and operates 50 trucks. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How First Class Moving Systems, Inc. measures up
Across 294 reviews, First Class Moving Systems, Inc. in Tampa, FL is rated 4.3/5 on Google (245 reviews) and 2.1/5 on Yelp (38 reviews), and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
First Class Moving Systems, Inc. ranks #21 out of 825 movers in Florida with a moveBuddha Score of 4.56 out of 5.
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 4.56.
- Website
- 5.0
- Customer service
- 5.0
- Industry experience
- 5.0
- Brand
- 4.5
- Review quality
- 4.2
Google rating
Based on 245 reviews
Yelp rating
Based on 38 reviews
Better Business Bureau
Based on BBB profile
Is First Class Moving Systems, Inc. moveBuddha Certified?
First Class Moving Systems, Inc. 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. First Class Moving Systems, Inc. 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 First Class Moving Systems, Inc.?
Out of 294 verified reviews, 78% of customers left a positive review about First Class Moving Systems, Inc. in Tampa, FL. 21.1% of reviews are negative and 1% are neutral. First Class Moving Systems, Inc. has a 12% lower positive review percentage than the average Florida moving company (78% vs the Florida state average of 90%).
- Positive77.9%(229)
- Neutral1%(3)
- Negative21.1%(62)
Based on 294 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
What customers like about First Class Moving Systems, Inc.
Knowledgeable staff
Several reviewers pointed out that First Class Moving Systems, Inc.'s crew answered questions confidently and provided useful advice.
Consistency and follow-up
Reviewers liked that First Class Moving Systems, Inc. stayed in touch before and after the move to ensure everything went smoothly.
Good communication
Reviewers frequently mention clear, consistent updates from First Class Moving Systems, Inc. throughout the moving process.
Friendly and approachable staff
Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at First Class Moving Systems, Inc..
Professional and polite staff
Customers say the First Class Moving Systems, Inc.'s crews and service representatives handled their move professionally and were friendly and helpful throughout the move.
What positive reviewers say
“Phil was great! Very knowledgeable, and very thorough. I have no doubt that our move will go flawlessly.”
Mark jVerified ReviewerGoogle“I have worked with Kelly and Steve out of the Tampa area 2 times and they are amazing. They were very professional and careful. The company was very good at following up during every process of the move.”
Mary LanzVerified ReviewerGoogle“They made the whole process easy! Josh and his crew communicated the whole time and let me know when they would be there. They were very professional and cleaned up after themselves.”
Daniel RodriguezVerified ReviewerGoogle“Sal and his team were phenomenal! So friendly and courteous! Not once did we mention how much stuff I have—it put me at ease.”
Ashley TunkerVerified ReviewerGoogle“Angel Vanderwood was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about processes and moving details. I felt very at ease and understood. I highly recommend her.”
Amanda ZabalaVerified ReviewerGoogle
What mixed reviewers say
“They rushed me and did not reccomend a full unpack.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer
Most common complaints about First Class Moving Systems, Inc.
Delayed arrival or delivery
Several reviewers experienced frustrating delays either on moving day or with final delivery.
Misplaced or lost items
In some cases, belongings went missing or were delivered to the wrong location.
Unexpected charges
Hidden fees or surprise costs caused dissatisfaction among some First Class Moving Systems, Inc. clients.
What negative reviewers say
“After contacting customer service, we found out that the local company responsible for delivering our items didn’t have any deliveries available for a week past our delivery window.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “We are missing a wallet full of $500, many items are broken, and furniture was dirty. The headboard and bookshelf were only partly reassembled, and my request for a phone call went unanswered.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “The driver was excellent and great in communication. Office personnel were horrible: errors, overcharges, and promises not kept. I was charged over $4,000 for less than half of my items picked up.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “They keep pushing back my move-in date with no explanation, and it is impossible to reach my coordinator. They were already five days behind schedule and kept adding days.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer
First Class Moving Systems, Inc.
4.56Tampa, FLSince 2001
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First Class Moving Systems, Inc.
4.56
Tampa, FL · Since 2001
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What services does First Class Moving Systems, Inc. offer?
First Class Moving Systems, Inc. handles long-distance moves from Tampa, FL, with services including packing and storage.
Services offered
Is First Class Moving Systems, Inc. licensed and insured?
Federally licensed, operating authority active
US DOT 944759 Check on SAFER
Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha
Yes, First Class Moving Systems, Inc. is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 944759, and its operating status is currently active. It also holds a Florida intrastate license, number 651.
Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover First Class Moving Systems, Inc. holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.
- State license number
- 651Issued 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.
- Trucks registered
- 50Power units reported to the FMCSA
- Miles driven
- 810,000Reported to the FMCSA for 2024
- Roadside inspections
- 0Recorded by the FMCSA
- FMCSA record last updated
- June 2026
How much does First Class Moving Systems, Inc. cost?
First Class Moving Systems, Inc. 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 First Class Moving Systems, Inc. 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.
| Home size | Typical total | Time and crew |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $400–$750 | 3–5 hours, 2 movers |
| 2-3 bedrooms | $850–$1,750 | 5–8 hours, 2–3 movers |
| 4+ bedrooms | $1,700–$3,400 | 8–12 hours, 3–4 movers |
What similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move
First Class Moving Systems, Inc. is licensed for interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service Florida moving companies.
| Home size | Distance | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| 2-3 bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $4,500–$7,500 |
| 4+ bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $7,000–$11,500 |
What payment options and discounts does First Class Moving Systems, Inc. offer?
- Accepts
- Credit Cards
- Deposit
- Not listed, so ask
First Class Moving Systems, Inc. accepts credit cards. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.
How First Class Moving Systems, Inc. compares with the top 10 Tampa movers
With a moveBuddha score of 4.56 out of 5, First Class Moving Systems, Inc. ranks fifth among the top 10 movers in Tampa, just behind Big Man's Moving Company, LLC and 0.06 points ahead of Einstein Moving Company. At 294 reviews, First Class Moving Systems, Inc. has fewer reviews than eight of the ten. Where First Class Moving Systems, Inc. falls behind is quote accuracy, with a quote accuracy score that trails seven of the ten.
The ten highest-scoring local movers near Tampa, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 College Brothers Moving and StorageTampa | 4.64 | 1,436 | 4.9 | 2.8 | A+ |
| 2 | Brothers EZ MovingTampa | 4.62 | 550 | 4.7 | 3.4 | A+ |
| 3 | Golden Movers LLCTampa | 4.62 | 289 | 4.6 | 3.8 | A+ |
| 4 | Big Man's Moving Company, LLCTampa | 4.58 | 793 | 4.7 | 3.6 | A |
| 5 | First Class Moving Systems, Inc.This mover · ranks #5 | 4.56 | 294 | 4.3 | 2.1 | A+ |
| 6 | Einstein Moving CompanyTampa | 4.50 | 675 | 5.0 | 4.7 | A+ |
| 7 | 3 Guys MovingTampa | 4.50 | 512 | 4.5 | 2.6 | A+ |
| 8 | Coleman Worldwide MovingTampa | 4.48 | 524 | 4.4 | 1.2 | A+ |
| 9 | College Hunks Hauling Junk & MovingTampa | 4.48 | 370 | 4.8 | 2.8 | — |
| 10 | Atlantic Relocation SystemsTampa | 4.48 | 84 | 4.1 | 3.1 | A+ |
| 11 | Sam's MoversTampa | 4.44 | 335 | 4.7 | 4.0 | A+ |
How does First Class Moving Systems, Inc. compare to other Florida movers?
- moveBuddha score#21 of 825(better than average)
4.56vs 3.63 avg
First Class Moving Systems, Inc. scores 4.56, above the Florida average of 3.63, and ranks #21 of 825 Florida movers.
- Positive reviews#687 of 825(worse than average)
78%vs 90% avg
First Class Moving Systems, Inc. has 78% positive reviews, below the Florida average of 90%, and ranks #687 of 825 Florida movers.
- Negative reviews#690 of 825(worse than average)
21%vs 9% avg
First Class Moving Systems, Inc. has 21% negative reviews, above the Florida average of 9%, and ranks #690 of 825 Florida movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#217 of 825(worse than average)
294vs 311 avg
First Class Moving Systems, Inc. has 294 reviews analyzed, below the Florida average of 311, and ranks #217 of 825 Florida movers.
- Yelp rating#182 of 825(worse than average)
2.1vs 3.3 avg
First Class Moving Systems, Inc. has a Yelp rating of 2.1, below the Florida average of 3.3, and ranks #182 of 825 Florida movers.
- BBB rating#44 of 825(better than average)
A+vs A- avg
First Class Moving Systems, Inc. has a BBB rating of A+, above the Florida average of A-, and ranks #44 of 825 Florida movers.
- Years in business#66 of 825(better than average)
25 yearsvs 18 years avg
First Class Moving Systems, Inc. has been in business for 25 years, above the Florida average of 18 years, and ranks #66 of 825 Florida movers.
| Metric | This moverFirst Class Moving Systems, Inc. | Florida avg | Florida rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#21 of 825 in Florida | 4.56 | 3.63 | #21 of 825 | +0.93(better than average) |
| Positive reviews#687 of 825 in Florida | 78% | 90% | #687 of 825 | −12 pts(worse than average) |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#690 of 825 in Florida | 21% | 9% | #690 of 825 | +12 pts(worse than average) |
| Reviews analyzed#217 of 825 in Florida | 294 | 311 | #217 of 825 | −17(worse than average) |
| Yelp ratingBased on only 38 reviews#182 of 825 in Florida | 2.1 | 3.3 | #182 of 825 | −1.2(worse than average) |
| BBB rating#44 of 825 in Florida | A+ | A- | #44 of 825 | +2 steps(better than average) |
| Years in business#66 of 825 in Florida | 25 years | 18 years | #66 of 825 | +7(better than average) |
Compared with 825 Florida movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Florida.
First Class Moving Systems, Inc.
4.56Tampa, FLSince 2001
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First Class Moving Systems, Inc.
4.56
Tampa, FL · Since 2001
Final verdict: First Class Moving Systems, Inc.
First Class Moving Systems, Inc. earns a 4.56/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #5 among Tampa movers, with 78% positive feedback across 294 customer reviews.
Customers consistently praise its knowledgeable staff and consistency and follow-up. It is best for customers prioritizing strong communication, crew professionalism, and reliable service experience.
With 50 trucks and a track record dating to 2001, it has more history than the average Florida mover, and the most common complaint is delayed arrival or delivery.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated November 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
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Contact First Class Moving Systems, Inc.
- Phone
- (813) 331-1903
- Website
- movewithclass.com
Other First Class Moving Systems, Inc. locations
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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.