Black Belt Movers Review (2024)

We reviewed Black Belt Movers and gave them a 4.58 out of 5 stars.

Black Belt Movers is a moving company in Des Moines that offers full-service moving services, packing, unpacking, labor-only moving and local moves.

Black Belt Movers

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DOT #: 3527158

Pricing: $150/hr

Years in Business: 15

1209 SW ORDNANCE RD STE B,
ANKENY, IA 50023
Get a Quote (515) 393-4253

More About Black Belt Movers

Black Belt Movers, serving the Ankeny, IA area since 2009, offers a comprehensive range of local residential moving services. With an A rating from the Better Business Bureau and an average Yelp rating of 4.0 based on 15 reviews, their reputation stands strong among nearby moving companies. They also provide office moving, packing, unpacking, and specialized services like moving pianos and antiques.

Unlike many competitors, they accept credit cards, require no deposit, and provide full valuation insurance coverage.

  • Legal Name:
    • BLACK BELT MOVERS OF IOWA LLC
  • FMCSA Rating:
    • None(Updated 2022-12-03)
  • Operating Status:
    • NOT AUTHORIZED
  • Number of trucks: 2
  • Number of drivers: 1

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

Reviews of Black Belt Movers

Reading customer reviews is important to consider to identify the best moving companies. We compiled reviews from across the web on Black Belt Movers.

Does Black Belt Movers respond to reviews?

Black Belt Movers responds to customer reviews and inquiries–most of which are from the Des Moines area. This is typically a positive sign that the company cares about customer experience.

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How much will it cost to move with Black Belt Movers?

Black Belt Movers offers personalized moving quotes based on where you're moving and how much stuff you're taking with you.

The average cost of hiring movers in Iowa is $199 per hour.

Here's what we know about the payment types and discounts offered by Black Belt Movers:

  • No deposit required
  • Pay by credit card
  • Ask for special discounts and offers

Cost to move out of Iowa

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

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Services offered by Black Belt Movers

Black Belt Movers offers the following services:

  • packing
  • unpacking
  • offices
  • crating
  • full valuation coverage
  • storage
  • fragile only packing
  • senior
  • labor only
  • full service
  • packing materials available
  • small moves

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Who should consider Black Belt Movers for their Des Moines-based move?

Black Belt Movers handles:

  • Local
    Moves
  • Intrastate
    moves

If you're moving out of Iowa, we strongly recommend going with a mover that specializes in interstate moves. These are the best interstate moving companies:

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How Black Belt Movers stacks up against other movers near Des Moines

Company Quote Rating
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4.72 overall rating
Adamantine Spine Moving Get A Quote starstarstarstarstar
4.52 overall rating
All Mighty Movers LLC Get A Quote starstarstarstarstar
4.52 overall rating
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Additional Information

Is Black Belt Movers properly licensed?

When moving within Iowa, make sure to hire a company that is licensed by the Iowa Department of Transportation.

Each household goods mover in the state should have an Iowa Motor Carrier (IOWAMC) Number, which means they’ve met minimum insurance and highway safety requirements.

USDOT # : 3527158

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

Does Black Belt Movers have any additional locations outside of Des Moines?

The following list includes other Black Belt Movers locations:

Is Black Belt Movers 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.

Black Belt Movers functions as an independent moving company. They are not affiliated with a van line company.

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Where is Black Belt Movers located?

1209 SW ORDNANCE RD STE B,
ANKENY, IA, 50023

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Helpful Iowa resources

https://www.facebook.com/BBMNinjas, https://x.com/blackbeltmovers