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Stewart Moving & Storage review 2026 (Jacksonville, FL)

In business since 1994 · Updated

Stewart Moving & Storage is a Jacksonville, FL mover ranked #1 of 24 Jacksonville movers and #16 of 825 in Florida with a 4.58/5 rating. It is the top-ranked mover in Jacksonville.

99% of Stewart Moving & Storage's 1,836 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its organized packing, while the most common complaint involves unprofessional behavior.

In business since 1994, Stewart Moving & Storage holds active FMCSA registration (USDOT #1194537) and operates 95 trucks. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.

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How Stewart Moving & Storage measures up

Across 1,836 reviews, Stewart Moving & Storage in Jacksonville, FL is rated 4.9/5 on Google (1,417 reviews) and 3.1/5 on Yelp (15 reviews), and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

Stewart Moving & Storage ranks #16 out of 825 movers in Florida with a moveBuddha Score of 4.58 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 1,417 reviews
  • Yelp rating

    Why does the Yelp score look different?

    Stewart Moving & Storage has a 3.1 rating on Yelp across 15 reviews, noticeably lower than its 4.9 on Google (1,417 reviews) and its A+ rating at the BBB.

    Yelp volume is low, so a small number of negative reviews has an outsized effect.

    We weight the much larger Google sample more heavily, but flag the Yelp score transparently so you can judge for yourself.

    If you’re comparing movers, get a free Stewart Moving & Storage quote and see how their price and responsiveness feel in practice.

    Based on 15 reviews
  • Better Business Bureau

    Other names on file at BBB

    The Better Business Bureau also lists Stewart Moving & Storage as Academy Moving & Storage Inc. and Arpin of Jacksonville.

    Businesses are often filed at BBB under a legal, parent-company, or former name rather than the one they trade under, so if you look Stewart Moving & Storage up on BBB, search for these names too.

    View the BBB profile

    Based on BBB profile
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Is Stewart Moving & Storage moveBuddha Certified?

Stewart 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. Stewart 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 Stewart Moving & Storage?

Out of 1,836 verified reviews, 99% of customers left a positive review about Stewart Moving & Storage in Jacksonville, FL. 1.3% of reviews are negative and 0.2% are neutral. Stewart Moving & Storage has a 9% higher positive review percentage than the average Florida moving company (99% vs the Florida state average of 90%).

  • Positive98.5%(1,808)
  • Neutral0.2%(4)
  • Negative1.3%(24)

Based on 1,836 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.

What customers like about Stewart Moving & Storage

  • Organized packing

    Stewart Moving & Storage is often recognized for labeling boxes clearly and packing with structure and care.

  • Quick moving process

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

  • Quick response times

    Customer support at Stewart Moving & Storage was often noted for responding to questions or concerns almost immediately

  • Efficient service

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

  • Professional and polite staff

    Customers say the Stewart Moving & Storage's crews and service representatives handled their move professionally and were friendly and helpful throughout the move.

What positive reviewers say

  • “Tyler and his team with Stewart moving did a fantastic job packing me up. They are a well oiled machine and took care to take everything apart carefully, label correctly and separate parts for easy re-assembly. Thank you!”

    Angela CoimbreVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Great experience and super quick and efficient. They made sure everything was secure and safely packed!”

    Fallon LairsonVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “The office staff was immensely helpful with scheduling both pick-up and drop-off and was excellent at communicating any questions or changes well ahead of time.”

    Joel RudyVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “The gentlemen were very professional and polite. They did an amazing job very friendly too.”

    Jessica PerezVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “The team was extremely friendly, efficient, and careful with all of our belongings. They explained the shipping and packing process well and made us feel at ease about the move. Thank you all!”

    Ryan Van GordenVerified ReviewerGoogle

What mixed reviewers say

  • “They claimed they were going to give us our packout on the 5th. Now it just keeps changing. First it was the 5th, next the 11th, now the 13th! The guys packing everything did a wonderful job.”

    Darien WheelerVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Loved the moving crew! They are very friendly, courteous and kind. A few were young and untrained though, and were not supervised well. As we unpacked, we found a lack of good, complete labeling and some poor packing.”

    Susan OrenduffVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “One of the movers from the crew was putting boxes in one of the bedrooms and told us that they 'don't put stuff away' and proceeded to up end two entire boxes onto the floor…”

    Jeff MooreVerified ReviewerGoogle

Most common complaints about Stewart Moving & Storage

  • Unprofessional behavior

    Complaints included movers using foul language, showing up late, or acting inappropriately.

  • Damage to items

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

  • Misplaced or lost items

    In some cases, belongings went missing or were delivered to the wrong location.

What negative reviewers say

  • “Office was very unprofessional, driver and helper were very rude, slow, not careful, and unprofessional.”

    Brian GarrettVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “The Packers seemed to be very careful with our house but when we got the CBL they had added several other peoples crates and lost multiple crates of ours.”

    adam cookVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Upon arrival at our new home, our new Samsung 65” curved television was cracked in half. They also broke a few lights and scratched the brand new wood floors.”

    Scott Forshey-FriedmanVerified ReviewerGoogle

Stewart Moving & Storage

4.58Jacksonville, FLSince 1994

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What services does Stewart Moving & Storage offer?

Stewart Moving & Storage offers local moves, long-distance moves, international moves, commercial moves, and packing.

Services offered

Is Stewart Moving & Storage licensed and insured?

Federally licensed, operating authority active

US DOT 1194537 Check on SAFER

Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha

Yes, Stewart Moving & Storage is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 1194537, as THE WES STEWART CORPORATION, and its operating status is currently active. It also holds a Florida intrastate license, number 1355.

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

State license number
1355Issued by Florida. Covers moves within the state, which the FMCSA does not
Registered legal name
THE WES STEWART CORPORATIONThe entity behind the trading name, as filed with the FMCSA
Doing business as
STEWART MOVING AND STORAGETrade name on file 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
95Power units reported to the FMCSA
Miles driven
3,147,227Reported to the FMCSA for 2024
Roadside inspections
0Recorded by the FMCSA
FMCSA record last updated
June 2026

How much does Stewart Moving & Storage cost?

Stewart 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 $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 Stewart Moving & Storage 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

Stewart 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 Stewart Moving & Storage offer?

Accepts
Credit Cards
Deposit
Not listed, so ask

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

How Stewart Moving & Storage compares with the top 10 Jacksonville movers

With a moveBuddha score of 4.58 out of 5, Stewart Moving & Storage ranks first among the top 10 Jacksonville movers, level on score with Royal Moving and Storage but with more reviews. At 1,836 reviews, Stewart Moving & Storage has more reviews than nine of the ten. Where Stewart Moving & Storage pulls ahead is review quality: it has the highest review quality score in the group.

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

#MoverScoreReviews
1Stewart Moving & StorageThis mover · ranks #14.581,836
2Royal Moving and StorageJacksonville4.581,245
3Jaguar MovingJacksonville4.521,347
4MoveBright Moving and StorageJacksonville4.521,000
5TWO MEN AND A TRUCKJacksonville4.501,111
6Premier MoversJacksonville4.50334
7Baymeadows MoversJacksonville4.44374
8Bellhop MovingJacksonville Beach4.4219
9College Hunks Hauling Junk & MovingJacksonville4.362,834
10Helping Hands Express Moving & StorageJacksonville4.36358
11Pro Touch MoversOrange Park4.34645

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

  • moveBuddha score#16 of 825(better than average)

    4.58vs 3.63 avg

    Stewart Moving & Storage scores 4.58, above the Florida average of 3.63, and ranks #16 of 825 Florida movers.

  • Positive reviews#200 of 825(better than average)

    99%vs 90% avg

    Stewart Moving & Storage has 99% positive reviews, above the Florida average of 90%, and ranks #200 of 825 Florida movers.

  • Negative reviews#217 of 825(better than average)

    1%vs 9% avg

    Stewart Moving & Storage has 1% negative reviews, below the Florida average of 9%, and ranks #217 of 825 Florida movers. A lower percentage is better.

  • Reviews analyzed#25 of 825(better than average)

    1,836vs 311 avg

    Stewart Moving & Storage has 1,836 reviews analyzed, above the Florida average of 311, and ranks #25 of 825 Florida movers.

  • Yelp rating#118 of 825(worse than average)

    3.1vs 3.3 avg

    Stewart Moving & Storage has a Yelp rating of 3.1, below the Florida average of 3.3, and ranks #118 of 825 Florida movers.

  • BBB rating#58 of 825(better than average)

    A+vs A- avg

    Stewart Moving & Storage has a BBB rating of A+, above the Florida average of A-, and ranks #58 of 825 Florida movers.

  • Years in business#50 of 825(better than average)

    32 yearsvs 18 years avg

    Stewart Moving & Storage has been in business for 32 years, above the Florida average of 18 years, and ranks #50 of 825 Florida movers.

MetricThis moverFlorida avg
moveBuddha score#16 of 825 in Florida4.583.63
Positive reviews#200 of 825 in Florida99%90%
Negative reviewsLower is better#217 of 825 in Florida1%9%
Reviews analyzed#25 of 825 in Florida1,836311
Yelp ratingBased on only 15 reviews#118 of 825 in Florida3.13.3
BBB rating#58 of 825 in FloridaA+A-
Years in business#50 of 825 in Florida32 years18 years

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

Stewart Moving & Storage

4.58Jacksonville, FLSince 1994

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Final verdict: Stewart Moving & Storage

Stewart Moving & Storage earns a 4.58/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #1 among Jacksonville movers, with 99% positive feedback across 1,836 customer reviews.

Customers consistently praise its organized packing and quick moving process. It is best for customers prioritizing strong communication, crew professionalism, and reliable service experience.

With 95 trucks and a track record dating to 1994, it has more history than the average Florida mover, and the most common complaint is unprofessional behavior.

All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated November 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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