The Local Movers review 2026 (Orlando, FL)
In business since 2022 · Updated
The Local Movers is an Orlando, FL mover ranked #32 of 32 Orlando movers and #242 of 798 in Florida with a 3.62/5 rating.
97% of The Local Movers' 676 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its quick moving process, while the most common complaint involves damage to items.
The Local Movers has been in business since 2022. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How The Local Movers measures up
Across 676 reviews, The Local Movers in Orlando, FL has an A rating from the Better Business Bureau.
The Local Movers ranks #242 out of 798 movers in Florida with a moveBuddha Score of 3.62 out of 5.
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 3.62.
- Customer service
- 3.6
- Review quality
- 3.5
- Brand
- 3.0
- Website
- 3.0
- Industry experience
- 3.0
Better Business Bureau
Based on BBB profile
Is The Local Movers moveBuddha Certified?
The Local Movers 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. The Local Movers 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 The Local Movers?
Out of 676 verified reviews, 97% of customers left a positive review about The Local Movers in Orlando, FL. 2.1% of reviews are negative and 0.7% are neutral. The Local Movers has a 7% higher positive review percentage than the average Florida moving company (97% vs the Florida state average of 90%).
- Positive97.2%(657)
- Neutral0.7%(5)
- Negative2.1%(14)
Based on 676 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
What customers like about The Local Movers
Quick moving process
The team at The Local Movers often gets the job done faster than expected, saving clients time.
Quick response times
Customer support at The Local Movers was often noted for responding to questions or concerns almost immediately
Helpful movers
Movers were more than just muscle—they offered guidance and went above and beyond to assist customers.
Efficient service
Many customers praise The Local Movers for completing moves smoothly and with minimal downtime.
Friendly and approachable staff
Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at The Local Movers.
What positive reviewers say
“They were incredibly efficient, emptying my storage unit in just 40 minutes and finishing the whole job in under 3 hours.”
Madeleine QuinceyVerified ReviewerGoogle“Ryan and his team helped us with a move recently and were great! Super responsive and punctual, and made the move super easy.”
AmyVerified ReviewerGoogle“Deon and Todd were incredibly helpful, punctual and professional.”
Fiona AlworaVerified ReviewerGoogle“They were very friendly, courteous and hard working. Took great care handling our heavy, old, and fragile furniture.”
Brendan NussearVerified ReviewerGoogle“Excellent service, with quick, easy scheduling, respectful and careful staff, and accurate timing/cost estimates.”
Katherine VaccaroVerified ReviewerGoogle
What mixed reviewers say
“I moved the day around. At 1 pm they called and said it would be 5 pm. Moved things around again. At 2:30 they called and canceled.”
Keith SnodeVerified ReviewerGoogle“Deon, Carlos, & Zay very friendly guys who got the job done. No damage to the property at all. Smooth transition only complaint is the fingernails on the furniture.”
Tammy SummervilleVerified ReviewerGoogle“Movers were great, positive attitude and moved everything we needed. Worked super hard and very efficient. However, the pricing was very expensive. I was quoted lower but had to pay more.”
JessVerified ReviewerGoogle“Ben and KP were super quick at pickup, and even though it was raining, they didn't complain or waste time. There was a bit of damage to one of my pieces of furniture.”
Danielle GervaisVerified ReviewerGoogle
Most common complaints about The Local Movers
Damage to items
Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.
Damage to home
Customers reported scratched floors, dinged walls, or other property damage during the move.
Unprofessional behavior
Complaints included movers using foul language, showing up late, or acting inappropriately.
What negative reviewers say
“They broke my dining table, making it unusable. They cracked the glass door of a display case, lost the shelf pins for a display piece, and shattered the glass in an art piece.”
Lynn LuzadderVerified ReviewerGoogle“broke and Damaged furniture's, scratched walls very unprofessional. Workers seems to not have experience and lack of leadership.”
Grace YoungVerified ReviewerGoogle“Movers arrived late, were uncoordinated, unprofessional, making calls on their cell phones during the move, finished 3 hours later than estimated, left damages on walls and a mess.”
J KimVerified ReviewerGoogle“The bed frames were not put together properly as they rushed through the entire process, and they lost a piece to my adjustable bed frame which made it inoperable.”
Nicole BurgosVerified ReviewerGoogle
The Local Movers
3.62Orlando, FLSince 2022
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The Local Movers
3.62
Orlando, FL · Since 2022
Save more than 30% on average
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What services does The Local Movers offer?
The Local Movers offers packing, unpacking, and packing materials, plus storage.
Services offered
Is The Local Movers licensed and insured?
Registered with the FMCSA
US DOT 3675126. Operating status is not on this profile. Check on SAFER
Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha
The Local Movers is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 3675126.
Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover The Local Movers holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.
- 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 The Local Movers cost?
The Local Movers 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.
What similar movers typically bill for a local move
Full-service Florida moving companies similar to The Local Movers 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.
| 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 payment options and discounts does The Local Movers offer?
- Accepts
- No credit cards
- Deposit
- Not listed, so ask
The Local Movers 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 The Local Movers compares with the top 10 Orlando movers
The Local Movers's moveBuddha score of 3.62 out of 5 places it outside the top 10 Orlando moving companies, 0.82 points behind Maestro Movers, LLC. Where The Local Movers falls behind is quote accuracy, with the lowest quote accuracy score in the group.
The ten highest-scoring local movers near Orlando, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cento Family Moving & StorageOrlando | 4.64 | 376 | 4.6 | 2.8 | A+ |
| 2 | 1st Class Moving and StorageOrlando | 4.64 | 239 | 4.7 | 3.9 | A+ |
| 3 | College Hunks Hauling Junk & MovingOrlando | 4.52 | 4,663 | 4.9 | 3.5 | A+ |
| 4 | Big Man Movers Corp.Winter Park | 4.52 | 273 | 4.6 | 3.8 | A+ |
| 5 | Best USA Movers OrlandoOrlando | 4.50 | 1,184 | 5.0 | 4.8 | A+ |
| 6 | Suddath Van Lines, Inc.Orlando | 4.50 | 832 | 4.9 | 3.8 | A+ |
| 7 | Ace Relocation Systems Inc.Orlando | 4.48 | 166 | 4.5 | 3.5 | A- |
| 8 | Teleport Moving and StorageCasselberry | 4.44 | 1,478 | 4.9 | 4.4 | A+ |
| 9 | 1776 Moving and Storage, Inc.Orlando | 4.44 | 525 | 4.5 | 2.4 | A+ |
| 10 | Maestro Movers, LLCOrlando | 4.44 | 157 | 4.9 | 4.6 | A+ |
| 11 | The Local MoversThis mover · ranks #11 | 3.62 | 676 | — | — | A |
How does The Local Movers compare to other Florida movers?
- moveBuddha score#242 of 798(worse than average)
3.62vs 3.63 avg
The Local Movers scores 3.62, below the Florida average of 3.63, and ranks #242 of 798 Florida movers.
- Positive reviews#258 of 798(better than average)
97%vs 90% avg
The Local Movers has 97% positive reviews, above the Florida average of 90%, and ranks #258 of 798 Florida movers.
- Negative reviews#242 of 798(better than average)
2%vs 9% avg
The Local Movers has 2% negative reviews, below the Florida average of 9%, and ranks #242 of 798 Florida movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#86 of 798(better than average)
676vs 323 avg
The Local Movers has 676 reviews analyzed, above the Florida average of 323, and ranks #86 of 798 Florida movers.
- BBB rating#160 of 798(better than average)
Avs A- avg
The Local Movers has a BBB rating of A, above the Florida average of A-, and ranks #160 of 798 Florida movers.
- Years in business#203 of 798(worse than average)
4 yearsvs 19 years avg
The Local Movers has been in business for 4 years, below the Florida average of 19 years, and ranks #203 of 798 Florida movers.
| Metric | This moverThe Local Movers | Florida avg | Florida rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#242 of 798 in Florida | 3.62 | 3.63 | #242 of 798 | −0.01(worse than average) |
| Positive reviews#258 of 798 in Florida | 97% | 90% | #258 of 798 | +7 pts(better than average) |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#242 of 798 in Florida | 2% | 9% | #242 of 798 | −7 pts(better than average) |
| Reviews analyzed#86 of 798 in Florida | 676 | 323 | #86 of 798 | +353(better than average) |
| BBB rating#160 of 798 in Florida | A | A- | #160 of 798 | +1 step(better than average) |
| Years in business#203 of 798 in Florida | 4 years | 19 years | #203 of 798 | −15(worse than average) |
Compared with 798 Florida movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Florida.
The Local Movers
3.62Orlando, FLSince 2022
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
Save more than 30% on average
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Nothing is booked until you choose a mover.
The Local Movers
3.62
Orlando, FL · Since 2022
Final verdict: The Local Movers
The Local Movers earns a 3.62/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #32 among Orlando movers, with 97% positive feedback across 676 customer reviews.
Customers consistently praise its quick moving process and quick response times. It is best for customers prioritizing strong communication, crew professionalism, and reliable service experience.
With a track record dating to 2022, 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 October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
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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.
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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.