Oscar's Moving Company, Boston, MA (2025 Review)

Ryan Carrigan
Ryan Carrigan

5 min read

Oscar's Moving Company
86 Rowe St,
Newton, MA 02466
84% of all reviews were positive
16% of reviews were negative
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Review Analysis
Smooth moves and attentive staff consistently define Oscar's Moving Company, based on analysis of 339 customer inputs. Nearly 84% of feedback expresses satisfaction, pointing to fast service, careful treatment of belongings, professionalism, speedy moving, and open communication as standout qualities. Teams frequently arrive on time, work efficiently, and ensure property is protected.
Many highlight helpful communication and a courteous attitude not always found with other movers in the industry. Yet, about 16% of feedback cites issues like damaged goods, missed time windows, and billing surprises. Reports of lost or broken items and charges exceeding quotes occur more than with top competitors. Despite some lapses, the high rate of repeat business suggests Oscar's consistently outperforms most local options for professionalism and efficiency while keeping prices transparent for the majority of customers.
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What customers like

84% of customers left positive reviews for Sherman Moving Company. Read a few of them below:

Jaclyn Raizman, Google
The team at Oscars exceeded our expectations! The movers were incredibly efficient, careful, and had…
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Google
Oscar's is extremely responsive via both email and the phone. They were very patient with us when we…
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Yelp
Arrived promptly and ready to work. The team was professional, friendly and conscientious. We've use…
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Google
Very happy with Oscars. They were reasonably priced, went over the entire process with me on the pho…
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Google
I had an excellent experience with Oscar's Moving Company recently. They were responsive, profession…
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Things to consider

16% of Sherman Moving Company customers left negative reviews. You can read those here:

Google
I would absolutely avoid using Oscar's moving...many items were broken...calls and emails were ignor…
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Google
My wife scheduled a move...On the day of the move we received an email saying that movers would be t…
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Yelp
Watch out for this company...Yes, they move fast, but with the speed comes accidents and damage. I h…
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Services

  • Local Moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Full-service packing

Company info

Years in Business 17
DOT #: 1637689
FMCSA Rating None
Number of trucks 11
Miles Driven 78,000 (2024)
Deposit required
Pay by credit card
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Note: If you're moving out of state, check out our list of the best long distance movers in Massachusetts.

Cost to move with Oscar's Moving Company

On average, the cost to hire movers in Massachusetts is $101 an hour.

You could pay more or less with Oscar's Moving Company 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 Massachusetts?

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FAQ

Is Oscar's Moving Company properly licensed?toggle

Moving companies in Massachusetts are required to obtain a license from the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities – Transportation Oversight Division to provide local and intrastate moving services in

Massachusetts movers must carry adequate cargo insurance and publicly file their tariffs required to list the services they provide and the cost for each.

The state license number for Oscar's Moving Company is: 31320 , USDOT #: 1637689.

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

Does Oscar's Moving Company have any additional locations outside of Boston?toggle

We were only able to find this location for Oscar's Moving Company.

Is Oscar's Moving Company 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.

Oscar's Moving Company functions as an independent moving company. They are not affiliated with a van line company.

Should you negotiate with Boston 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 Boston moving company?toggle

To choose the best moving company for you, start by researching reputable movers in Boston. 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 Boston moving company will be one that offers transparent pricing, excellent communication, and a proven track record of successful moves.

Helpful Massachusetts resources

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