Best Movers Near Bend, OR (2026 Reviews)
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College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving is Bend's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.26/5 . moveBuddha scored 3 movers based in Bend out of 36 reviewed across Oregon, drawing on 34 verified customer reviews across Oregon.
Local movers in Bend charge by the hour. The OR average is $123/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Bend moving companies compare?
Bend's 3 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Bend, with a market average of 4.28/5, drawing on 34 verified customer reviews across Oregon. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Bend from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Bend address.
Proximity to Bend 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.
| Company | Our rating | Positive reviews | BBB | Quote |
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4.26 |
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What are the top-rated moving companies in Bend?
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving is Bend's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.26/5.
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 3 Bend movers drawing on 34 verified customer reviews across Oregon, with a market average score of 4.28/5. Rankings include movers based in Bend 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: 4.26 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.4
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has been in business for many years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 284 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.1.
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 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"They were on time, efficient, professional and knowledgeable! They worked non-stop and completed the move under budget. Highly recommend them for any of your hauling or moving needs."
"Communication was great. They called a couple of days in advance to confirm the appointment... right on time and worked quickly and efficiently. They were careful with our furniture and possessions."
Which Bend movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Bend mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 3 Bend moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 2 of 3 Bend movers (66.67%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally.
How much does piano moving cost in Bend?
Piano moving is available from 2 of 3 Bend movers (66.67%), compared to 72.52% nationally. A standalone piano move in Bend typically costs $1,016 to $4,445, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Bend | Details |
|---|---|
| Bend movers offering this | 2 of 3 (66.67%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Upright piano | $1,016 to $1,905 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,524 to $3,175 |
| Grand piano | $2,286 to $4,445 |
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.
What is the top-rated moving company in Bend?
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (4.26/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Bend, drawing on 34 verified customer reviews across Oregon. The Bend market averages 4.28/5 across 3 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Bend, OR
How much do movers cost in Bend, OR?
Local movers in Bend, OR charge by the hour. The OR average is $123/hour for a 2-person crew. Bend's top-rated mover is College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving, earning a 4.26/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 34 verified customer reviews across Oregon.
Key cost factors for a Bend 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 Bend movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: available from select Bend 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 Bend across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 33.0% of Bend movers (1.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Bend movers (3.0 companies) offer full packing, and 67.0% 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 Bend include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Bend, OR 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 Bend movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Bend movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100.0% (3.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 67.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 33.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$326/month |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 100.0% (3.0 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 Bend offer senior, military, or other discounts?
Bend movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 34 verified customer reviews across Oregon. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Bend mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Bend movers are excluded. OR state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.
| Discount type | % of Bend movers | # of movers | Bend movers offering it | Data source |
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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 do I verify a Bend mover is properly licensed?
Bend mover licensing requirements depend on whether the move crosses state lines.
- Interstate move (leaving Oregon): the mover must hold a USDOT number issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Verify the number at safer.fmcsa.dot.gov and confirm the company name on your estimate matches the FMCSA record exactly.
- Intrastate move (within Oregon): Moving companies headquartered in Oregon must possess an up-to-date USDOT Number as well as a license issued by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT).
How we chose the best moving companies in Bend
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 36 Oregon 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.
