A Better Way Moving and Storage, Bloomington, IN (2025 Review)

Ryan Carrigan
Ryan Carrigan

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A Better Way Moving and Storage
4801 W Vernal Pike,
Bloomington, IN 47404
91% of all reviews were positive
9% of reviews were negative
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Review Analysis
Customers share glowing feedback about A Better Way Moving and Storage, with 232 out of 256 reviews (over 90%) describing efficient, professional movers who handle belongings with care. Clients highlight the team's promptness, polite demeanor, affordability, and their ability to complete moves quickly. People value transparent pricing, friendly staff, and the stress-free process, while careful handling of special items and attention to detail frequently receive praise.
On the negative side, 23 reviews mention problems such as damage to belongings, missing or lost items during transit or storage, and occasional delays in pickup or delivery. A small number also cite dissatisfaction with claims resolution or communication issues. Compared to the average moving company, A Better Way receives higher marks for staff professionalism and overall service value, but, as with any provider, rare moving mishaps and logistics challenges can occur.
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What customers like

91% of customers left positive reviews for Sherman Moving Company. Read a few of them below:

Google
A Better Way did a fantastic job with our local move! Pricing and services were easy to understand, …
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Google
The movers were very efficient, careful, and friendly. Everything went great. We would recommend the…
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Google
Outstanding! The crew arrived on time and quickly and professionally loaded our belongings. The enti…
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Google
Their team handled everything with our move (packing, loading, transport, and unloading). Their team…
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Google
Hired A Better Way to load our Uhaul for a cross country move. They were done in 30 minutes. I am bl…
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Things to consider

9% of Sherman Moving Company customers left negative reviews. You can read those here:

Yelp
They lost(stole) 2TV's and a Stihl chainsaw, plus did over $3000.00 worth of damage. People were dro…
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Yelp
When my things were delivered, multiple items were damaged, missing parts, or lost. I submitted a cl…
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Google
We were hired to move belongings to Florida. They didn't deliver as promised and there were boxes mi…
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Google
STAY AWAY from this company. Did not honor delivery date. So many items missing, antique hutch broke…
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Yelp
After waiting over a month for my items to arrive, I found things missing and some damaged. They set…
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Services

  • Local Moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Full-service packing
  • Labor-only help
  • Custom crating
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Senior moves
  • Office moves
  • Full-valuation coverage
  • Instant email quote

Company info

Years in Business 21
DOT #: 1886253
FMCSA Rating None
Number of trucks 8
Number of drivers 9
Miles Driven 45,791 (2023)
Deposit required
Pay by cash
Pay by credit card
Pay by money order
Senior discount 21
AAA discount

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

Cost to move with A Better Way Moving and Storage

On average, the cost to hire movers in Indiana is $140 an hour.

You could pay more or less with A Better Way Moving and Storage depending on the specific details of your move. For an estimate of your move costs you can use our Moving Cost Calculator.

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Moving out of Indiana?

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FAQ

Is A Better Way Moving and Storage properly licensed?toggle

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) regulate movers operating within Indiana and issue moving companies Indiana Households Goods Carriers Numbers.

Check to make sure prospective movers have one and that it’s up to date.

USDOT #: 1886253.

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

Does A Better Way Moving and Storage have any additional locations outside of Bloomington?toggle

We were only able to find this location for A Better Way Moving and Storage.

Is A Better Way Moving and Storage Associated with a van line?toggle

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.

A Better Way Moving and Storage functions as an independent moving company. They are not affiliated with a van line company.

Should you negotiate with Bloomington movers?toggle

While haggling over moving costs isn't typically effective, there are still ways to save. Many companies offer ongoing moving discounts for groups like seniors, military personnel, and students, as well as special offers for early-bird reservations.

Getting quotes from multiple companies will also allow you to inquire about price matching. Some movers will honor lower quotes from competitors, so it doesn’t hurt to ask — and be ready to show estimates from other companies.

How do I choose a Bloomington moving company?toggle

To choose the best moving company for you, start by researching reputable movers in Bloomington. You'll want to be on the lookout for companies with mostly positive customer reviews, valid licenses, and comprehensive insurance to ensure your belongings are protected. Beyond that, you’ll want to make sure they can handle the type of move you need.

Ask for detailed moving quotes from at least three companies to compare services, pricing, and availability. A reliable Bloomington moving company will be one that offers transparent pricing, excellent communication, and a proven track record of successful moves.

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