Best Movers Near Waverly, MI (2026 Reviews)
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving is Waverly's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.56/5 , followed by TWO MEN AND A TRUCK at 4.5/5. moveBuddha scored 12 movers based in Waverly out of 84 reviewed across Michigan, drawing on 77 verified customer reviews across Michigan.
Local movers in Waverly charge by the hour. The MI average is $139/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Waverly moving companies compare?
Waverly's 12 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Waverly, with a market average of 4.22/5, drawing on 77 verified customer reviews across Michigan. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Waverly from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Waverly address.
Proximity to Waverly is a ranking factor, so a mover ranked higher on the list may have a lower score than one ranked below. A nearby company can outrank a higher-scored mover based further out. Each company's positive review rate and BBB rating are included so you can compare quality and reputation side by side.
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What are the top-rated moving companies in Waverly?
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving is Waverly's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.56/5, followed by TWO MEN AND A TRUCK at 4.5/5.
Each review profile below covers pricing transparency, crew quality, and claims handling, the 3 factors most predictive of move-day outcome, alongside each company's BBB grade, years in business, and positive review rate.
moveBuddha scored 12 Waverly movers drawing on 77 verified customer reviews across Michigan, with a market average score of 4.22/5. Rankings include movers based in Waverly and those serving the area from nearby locations. Proximity is a ranking factor, so a mover's position in the list below does not always correspond directly to its score.
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Kingsley Moving Systems LLC: 4.42 out of 5 stars
- Helper Moving LLC: 4.26 out of 5 stars
- Good Guys Moving Services: 4.22 out of 5 stars
- M & M Moving and Storage: 4.22 out of 5 stars
- MASS Movers LLC: 4.16 out of 5 stars
- Powell Relocation Group: 4.58 out of 5 stars
- Callan & Woodworth Moving & Storage: 4.3 out of 5 stars
- Corrigan Moving Systems: 4.48 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has been in business for 8 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 262 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Luke and Thomas were amazing. They were so nice, professional, and got things done very quickly. They were very careful with our things. Incredibly nice young men. So impressed with the company."
"My spouse and I had an excellent experience. They were super quick, very efficient and handled our items with care. Lots of glass and delicate furniture was all handled safely and carefully! Price was super reasonable and surprisingly affordable."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for 32 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 76% positive reviews across roughly 262 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.6.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The movers were courteous, fast and efficient. They had it down to a science and ran like a well oiled machine. I would highly recommend their services."
"Best decision I made when it came to moving! They arrived on time and were very fast. The movers completed the job within the estimated time frame and I have no complaints."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Kingsley Moving Systems LLC has been in business for 15 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Kingsley Moving Systems LLC has about 89% positive reviews across roughly 179 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Kingsley Moving Systems LLC.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Kingsley Moving Systems LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Had a fantastic experience with Kingsley. The guys moved me efficiently, helped place things thoughtfully, and wrapped delicate items. Super personable with a can-do attitude—really efficient."
"Very happy with my experience with Kingsley Moving. Caleb and Gary were friendly, professional, and SUPER fast. They finished hours under the estimate, placed everything just how I wanted, and were extremely affordable."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Helper Moving LLC has been in business for 12 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Helper Moving LLC has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 3 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Helper Moving LLC.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Helper Moving LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Helpers Moving did a phenomenal job with our move. They wore masks and gloves the whole time which we respected so much. They were so thoughtful and efficient throughout the whole move. I would highly recommend you use them for any of your moving needs. Moving sucks and they made it suck way less for us! Thanks Wesley and Jeremy!
Helpers Moving did a phenomenal job with our move. They wore masks and gloves the whole time which we respected so much. They were so thoughtful and efficient throughout the whole move. I would highly recommend you use them for any of your moving needs. Moving sucks and they made it suck way less for us! Thanks Wesley and Jeremy!
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Good Guys Moving Services has been in business for 11 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Good Guys Moving Services has about 76% positive reviews across roughly 120 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Good Guys Moving Services. Discounts may be available for groups like military, seniors.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Good Guys Moving Services emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The movers were friendly, swift & very careful with our things. They finished our move promptly & safe. I recommend them & will use them again if need be."
"Great company!! The young men were very professional, moved my furniture with great care and in a timely manner. I have used them before and highly recommend them. One mover has been with the company for about 15+ years."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. M & M Moving and Storage has been in business for 6 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. M & M Moving and Storage has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 90 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.8.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from M & M Moving and Storage.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. M & M Moving and Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"These guys were absolutely awesome! They helped us move-in in no time. Very professional, kind, and handled everything with care. We had a big inter-state move so we were very happy with the service. I would highly recommend them!"
"We had many extremely heavy and complicated items to move. Mark and his team were professional and did an awesome job. Nothing was broken and no wall damage to our new construction home."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.1
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. MASS Movers LLC has been in business for many years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. MASS Movers LLC has an average Yelp rating of 4.3.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from MASS Movers LLC.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. MASS Movers LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Powell Relocation Group has been in business for 63 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Powell Relocation Group has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 221 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.5.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Powell Relocation Group. Discounts may be available for groups like AAA members.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Powell Relocation Group emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"Exceptional service and clear communication made our relocation stress-free. The movers were prompt, careful, and treated our things as if they were their own. Highly recommend Powell!"
"Teams packed, loaded, and delivered all our items with great care. The move process was organized and stressless. Communication from the coordinator was top-notch."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Callan & Woodworth Moving & Storage has been in business for 127 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Callan & Woodworth Moving & Storage has about 75% positive reviews across roughly 8 total reviews.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Callan & Woodworth Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Callan & Woodworth Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Really good move. Good driver. Great communications. Also the Jackson office was a help ranking 6 stars. Very good experience all around.
I used this company to move from Michigan to Texas. I was very pleased with every step of the process. They even unloaded before the quoted window, which was great for me! Thanks!
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Corrigan Moving Systems has been in business for 74 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Corrigan Moving Systems has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 87 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.9.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Corrigan Moving Systems.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Corrigan Moving Systems emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Corrigan was great through the entire process…they kept in touch for an entire month to make sure we had everything we needed. On the day of the move, they were very careful at both houses…worked their tails off from start to stop."
"Zachary Rose and R. Siford did an outstanding job. They arrived on time, worked very fast, packed all our items really well. They were very polite and answered all our questions. With them you feel safe that everything will go well with the moving."
Which Waverly movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Waverly mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 12 Waverly moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 7 of 12 Waverly movers (58.33%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK (4.5/5) is Waverly's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 2 of 12 Waverly movers (16.67%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. M & M Moving and Storage (4.22/5) rates highest for antique care in Waverly.
- Art packing: 4 of 12 Waverly movers (33.33%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Good Guys Moving Services (4.22/5) rates highest for art packing in Waverly.
- Climate-controlled storage: 1 of 12 Waverly movers (8.33%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Powell Relocation Group (4.58/5) is Waverly's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 2 of 12 Waverly movers (16.67%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Helper Moving LLC (4.26/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Waverly.
How much does piano moving cost in Waverly?
Piano moving is available from 7 of 12 Waverly movers (58.33%), compared to 72.52% nationally. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK leads Waverly piano movers with a 4.5/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Good Guys Moving Services at 4.22/5. A standalone piano move in Waverly typically costs $704 to $3,080, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Waverly | Details |
|---|---|
| Waverly movers offering this | 7 of 12 (58.33%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Waverly piano movers | TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, Good Guys Moving Services |
| Upright piano | $704 to $1,320 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,056 to $2,200 |
| Grand piano | $1,584 to $3,080 |
Upright pianos weigh 400 to 800 lbs. Grand pianos exceed 1,200 lbs. Trained crews use piano boards, straps, and padded blankets to prevent structural damage that standard moving equipment cannot safely manage. Bundling a piano into a household move with full-service movers is usually cheaper than hiring a piano-only carrier.
How much does antique handling cost in Waverly?
Antique handling is available from 2 of 12 Waverly movers (16.67%), compared to 46.24% nationally. M & M Moving and Storage (4.22/5) and Powell Relocation Group (4.58/5) rate highest for antique care in Waverly. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $880 to $2,200 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Waverly | Details |
|---|---|
| Waverly movers offering this | 2 of 12 (16.67%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Waverly antique movers | M & M Moving and Storage, Powell Relocation Group |
| Added cost to a household move | $880 to $2,200 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $44 to $440 |
| Custom crating per item | $132 to $176 |
Custom crating and acid-free padding protect pieces that standard released-value coverage at $0.60/lb cannot adequately cover. A 50-lb antique valued at $5,000 receives only $30 under default protection, making full-value coverage the standard choice for heirloom and high-value items.
How much does art packing cost in Waverly?
Art packing is available from 4 of 12 Waverly movers (33.33%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Good Guys Moving Services (4.22/5) and M & M Moving and Storage (4.22/5) rate highest for art packing in Waverly. Per-piece art handling in Waverly runs $44 to $440, with custom crates adding $132 to $176 per item.
| Art packing in Waverly | Details |
|---|---|
| Waverly movers offering this | 4 of 12 (33.33%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Waverly art movers | Good Guys Moving Services, M & M Moving and Storage |
| Per-piece handling fee | $44 to $440 |
| Custom crating per item | $132 to $176 |
Archival materials and custom crates prevent UV exposure, humidity damage, and impact fractures that standard moving blankets cannot guard against for framed artwork and sculpture. Confirm the mover has direct experience with similar media before booking.
How much does climate-controlled storage cost in Waverly?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 1 of 12 Waverly movers (8.33%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Powell Relocation Group (4.58/5) and Callan & Woodworth Moving & Storage (4.3/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Waverly. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $226/month in Waverly.
| Climate-controlled storage in Waverly | Details |
|---|---|
| Waverly movers offering this | 1 of 12 (8.33%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Waverly providers | Powell Relocation Group, Callan & Woodworth Moving & Storage |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $226 |
Climate-controlled units regulate both temperature and humidity, preventing warping, cracking, and mold in wood furniture, vinyl records, and electronics that temperature-only storage cannot protect. This matters most for storage gaps longer than 30 days or for moves that span seasonal humidity swings.
How much does fragile-only packing cost in Waverly?
Fragile-only packing is available from 2 of 12 Waverly movers (16.67%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Helper Moving LLC (4.26/5) and Callan & Woodworth Moving & Storage (4.3/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Waverly. Full professional packing runs $0.15 to $0.21 per pound; fragile-only packing covers dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps at a fraction of that total.
| Fragile-only packing in Waverly | Details |
|---|---|
| Waverly movers offering this | 2 of 12 (16.67%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Waverly providers | Helper Moving LLC, Callan & Woodworth Moving & Storage |
| Full professional packing rate | $0.15 to $0.21 per pound |
Fragile-only packing targets dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps without a full-service packing contract. Limiting professional packing to breakables keeps total packing cost down while covering the items most likely to break in transit.
What is the top-rated moving company in Waverly?
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.56/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Waverly, drawing on 77 verified customer reviews across Michigan. The Waverly market averages 4.22/5 across 12 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Waverly, MI
How much do movers cost in Waverly, MI?
Local movers in Waverly, MI charge by the hour. The MI average is $139/hour for a 2-person crew. Waverly's top-rated mover is College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving, earning a 4.56/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 77 verified customer reviews across Michigan.
Key cost factors for a Waverly move, based on moveBuddha's review data:
- Access fees: stairs, elevators, long carries, and shuttle service each add $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly. Get these costs itemized in your estimate before signing.
- Deposit requirement: many Waverly movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: available from select Waverly movers. The default released-value protection covers only $0.60 per pound. Full valuation coverage costs extra and covers replacement value.
- Hours on-site: local moves bill by the clock. Home size, floor access, elevator waits, and how much packing work the crew handles are the primary time drivers.
- Long-distance pricing: moves leaving Waverly across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 67.0% of Waverly movers (8.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 92.0% of Waverly movers (11.0 companies) offer full packing, and 58.0% supply packing materials. Professional packing adds $0.15-$0.21 per pound on average.
DIY options like a rental truck or moving container reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's analysis. Use the moving cost calculator to get a market-specific baseline before collecting quotes.
What do full-service movers in Waverly include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Waverly, MI includes loading, transport, and unloading. Basic furniture padding and simple disassembly/reassembly for bed frames and standard furniture pieces are included in the base rate. Packing, valuation upgrades, storage, crating, and specialty-item handling are add-ons billed separately. The table below shows what Waverly movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Waverly movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 92.0% (11.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 58.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 75.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$226/month |
| Crating (fragile/high-value items) | 33.0% (4.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 50.0% (6.0 companies) | Hourly rate only; no truck or transport charge |
| Access fees (stairs, elevator, long carry, shuttle) | Situational | $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly; shuttle service adds $0.08-$0.12 per pound with minimums starting around $200 |
Every add-on above requires written confirmation before booking. A binding estimate locks the final price. A non-binding estimate can change based on actual weight or time. See the hidden and unexpected moving costs guide for a full breakdown of what to request in writing.
Do movers in Waverly offer senior, military, or other discounts?
Waverly movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 77 verified customer reviews across Michigan. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Waverly mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Waverly movers are excluded. MI state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.
| Discount type | % of Waverly movers | # of movers | Waverly movers offering it | Data source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior | 17.0% | 2.0 | Good Guys Moving Services | Waverly |
| Military | 17.0% | 2.0 | Good Guys Moving Services | Waverly |
Ask each mover whether the discount applies to your specific move date, what proof of eligibility is required, and whether it stacks with seasonal pricing or off-peak rates. Discounts are not automatically applied. Request them at the quote stage, before signing.
How we chose the best moving companies in Waverly
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 84 Michigan moving companies using a five-factor weighted scoring system: customer satisfaction (40%), dispute resolution (20%), industry reputation (15%), online reputation (15%), and service options (10%).
That scoring system draws on moveBuddha's dataset of 1,000+ live price points and research across 4,500+ movers nationwide, so you're getting recommendations built on real market data, not just review aggregation
- Customer satisfaction (40%): The company consistently completes moves on time, communicates proactively, and delivers within the estimated cost. These factors matter most when hiring a mover.
- Dispute resolution (20%): Problems happen in every industry. We reward companies that take clear ownership of issues and make genuine, documented efforts to resolve them.
- Industry reputation (15%): The company holds standing in professional moving organizations and participates in industry oversight, which signals accountability beyond customer reviews alone.
- Online reputation (15%): The company maintains accurate, up-to-date information online and responds promptly and professionally to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Service options (10%): We favor companies that offer full packing, storage, specialty item handling, and expedited delivery. These services matter on a complex move.
Read our complete moving company rating methodology for the full scoring breakdown.