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Skyway Moving & Storage review 2026 (Tampa, FL)

In business since 2024 · Updated

Skyway Moving & Storage is a Tampa, FL mover ranked #25 of 25 Tampa movers and #216 of 798 in Florida with a 4.02/5 rating.

94% of Skyway Moving & Storage's 400 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its efficient service, while the most common complaint involves unexpected charges.

In business since 2024, Skyway Moving & Storage holds active FMCSA registration (USDOT #4219169) and operates 1 truck. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.

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How Skyway Moving & Storage measures up

Across 400 reviews, Skyway Moving & Storage in Tampa, FL has an A rating from the Better Business Bureau.

Skyway Moving & Storage ranks #216 out of 798 movers in Florida with a moveBuddha Score of 4.02 out of 5.

  • moveBuddha Score

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

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  • Better Business Bureau

    Other names on file at BBB

    The Better Business Bureau also lists Skyway Moving & Storage as Skyway Moving of Tampa LLC.

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Is Skyway Moving & Storage moveBuddha Certified?

Skyway Moving & Storage 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. Skyway Moving & Storage 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 Skyway Moving & Storage?

Out of 400 verified reviews, 94% of customers left a positive review about Skyway Moving & Storage in Tampa, FL. 4.8% of reviews are negative and 1% are neutral. Skyway Moving & Storage has a 4% higher positive review percentage than the average Florida moving company (94% vs the Florida state average of 90%).

  • Positive94.2%(377)
  • Neutral1%(4)
  • Negative4.8%(19)

Based on 400 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.

What customers like about Skyway Moving & Storage

  • Efficient service

    Many customers praise Skyway Moving & Storage for completing moves smoothly and with minimal downtime.

  • Quick moving process

    The team at Skyway Moving & Storage often gets the job done faster than expected, saving clients time.

  • Helpful movers

    Movers were more than just muscle—they offered guidance and went above and beyond to assist customers.

  • Careful handling

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

  • Respectful of property

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

What positive reviewers say

  • “They immediately got to work wrapping and loading furniture. They were able to move all the furniture in our 3000 sq ft two story home quickly and efficiently.”

    Sarah PatrichVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “They took extreme care in wrapping all of our big heavy furniture and did a wonderful job moving my baby grand Piano.”

    Adam WilleaVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Staff was friendly, helpful, worked nonstop, every piece of furniture was wrapped, no damage to anything.”

    Denise FotoVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Mike, Shawn, and Raul were fast, careful, and super nice. They worked efficiently while taking great care of all my belongings.”

    Kortney StrassnerVerified ReviewerGoogle

What mixed reviewers say

  • “The move was completed, but the truck arrived nearly four hours late. I was charged over the original quote and received no compensation or apology.”

    Tonya TaylorVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “The movers did a good job and were careful, but I was charged almost $1,000 over the quote after a nearly four-hour delay.”

    Blake PiperVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Hansel and Leo were great, but the move took much longer than quoted because they moved slowly. The final experience was subpar.”

    AdrianneVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “The move took over eight hours and cost about $700 more than quoted. The crew seemed inexperienced, the truck was packed poorly, and a dresser was broken.”

    Danny SullivanVerified ReviewerGoogle

Most common complaints about Skyway Moving & Storage

  • Unexpected charges

    Hidden fees or surprise costs caused dissatisfaction among some Skyway Moving & Storage clients.

  • Inaccurate estimates

    Estimates from Skyway Moving & Storage were sometimes way off from what customers were ultimately billed.

  • Higher-than-expected costs

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

What negative reviewers say

  • “We agreed that the total cost was $778, charged to one card. An additional $370 was charged to a different card without my consent or prior notice. Pricing was not clearly communicated in writing.”

    Ms MartinVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “I was given an estimate of about $300–$400, but the movers arrived hours late and I was charged $900.”

    Kiana RamroopVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “I got quoted $2000 to move me three times and when it got to the final bill, it was $800 higher and they damaged a brand new piece of furniture.”

    Connie FoxVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “I used these guys to unload a truck that was already loaded, only took 1.5 hours max and had to pay almost $1200. Tried reaching over several times and got no response.”

    Brian MortonVerified ReviewerGoogle

Skyway Moving & Storage

4.02Tampa, FLSince 2024

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What services does Skyway Moving & Storage offer?

Skyway Moving & Storage is a full-service local and long-distance mover in Tampa, FL, listing 15 services on moveBuddha, including small moves, senior moves, and packing.

Services offered

Is Skyway Moving & Storage licensed and insured?

Federally licensed, operating authority active

US DOT 4219169 Check on SAFER

Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha

Yes, Skyway Moving & Storage is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 4219169, as SKYWAY MOVING OF TAMPA LLC, and its operating status is currently active.

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

Registered legal name
SKYWAY MOVING OF TAMPA LLCThe entity behind the trading name, as filed with the FMCSA
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
1Power units reported to the FMCSA
Miles driven
0 (0 )Reported to the FMCSA
Roadside inspections
0Recorded by the FMCSA
FMCSA record last updated
October 2026

How much does Skyway Moving & Storage cost?

Skyway Moving & Storage 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 $141/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 Skyway Moving & Storage typically bill the amounts below using a $141/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

Skyway Moving & Storage is licensed for 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 Skyway Moving & Storage offer?

Accepts
No credit cards
Deposit
Not listed, so ask

Skyway Moving & Storage does not list any accepted payment methods on moveBuddha. Confirm how they take payment before moving day. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.

How Skyway Moving & Storage compares with the top 10 Tampa movers

Skyway Moving & Storage's moveBuddha score of 4.02 out of 5 places it outside the top 10 Tampa moving companies, 0.46 points behind True Friends Moving Company. Where Skyway Moving & Storage falls behind is customer service, with the lowest customer service score in the group.

The ten highest-scoring local movers near Tampa, by moveBuddha score.

#MoverScoreReviews
1Golden Movers LLCTampa4.72289
2Einstein Moving CompanyTampa4.70675
32 College Brothers Moving and StorageTampa4.621,436
4Big Man's Moving Company, LLCTampa4.62793
5Strong College Students MovingTampa4.56382
6Brothers EZ MovingTampa4.52550
7Coleman Worldwide MovingTampa4.50524
83 Guys MovingTampa4.50512
9College Hunks Hauling Junk & MovingTampa4.50370
10True Friends Moving CompanyThonotosassa4.48191
11Skyway Moving & StorageThis mover · ranks #114.02400

How does Skyway Moving & Storage compare to other Florida movers?

  • moveBuddha score#216 of 798(better than average)

    4.02vs 3.63 avg

    Skyway Moving & Storage scores 4.02, above the Florida average of 3.63, and ranks #216 of 798 Florida movers.

  • Positive reviews#386 of 798(better than average)

    94%vs 90% avg

    Skyway Moving & Storage has 94% positive reviews, above the Florida average of 90%, and ranks #386 of 798 Florida movers.

  • Negative reviews#368 of 798(better than average)

    5%vs 9% avg

    Skyway Moving & Storage has 5% negative reviews, below the Florida average of 9%, and ranks #368 of 798 Florida movers. A lower percentage is better.

  • Reviews analyzed#158 of 798(better than average)

    400vs 323 avg

    Skyway Moving & Storage has 400 reviews analyzed, above the Florida average of 323, and ranks #158 of 798 Florida movers.

  • BBB rating#157 of 798(better than average)

    Avs A- avg

    Skyway Moving & Storage has a BBB rating of A, above the Florida average of A-, and ranks #157 of 798 Florida movers.

  • Years in business#208 of 798(worse than average)

    2 yearsvs 19 years avg

    Skyway Moving & Storage has been in business for 2 years, below the Florida average of 19 years, and ranks #208 of 798 Florida movers.

MetricThis moverFlorida avg
moveBuddha score#216 of 798 in Florida4.023.63
Positive reviews#386 of 798 in Florida94%90%
Negative reviewsLower is better#368 of 798 in Florida5%9%
Reviews analyzed#158 of 798 in Florida400323
BBB rating#157 of 798 in FloridaAA-
Years in business#208 of 798 in Florida2 years19 years

Compared with 798 Florida movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Florida.

Skyway Moving & Storage

4.02Tampa, FLSince 2024

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Final verdict: Skyway Moving & Storage

Skyway Moving & Storage earns a 4.02/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #25 among Tampa movers, with 94% positive feedback across 400 customer reviews.

Customers consistently praise its efficient service and quick moving process. It is best for customers prioritizing helpful crews, careful handling of belongings, and reliable service experience.

With 1 truck and a track record dating to 2024, it has less history than the average Florida mover, and the most common complaint is unexpected charges.

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

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* 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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