Undergrads Moving, Columbia, SC (2025 Review)

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: May 15, 2025
5 min read

Undergrads Moving

1028 Vista Towers Dr,
Columbia, SC 29201, US

Customer Praise

Professional and polite staff (40%)
Efficient service (36%)
Careful handling (34%)

Customer Complaints

Damage to items (27%)
Lack of communication (25%)
Delayed arrival or delivery (21%)

Review Analysis

Undergrads Moving earns consistent praise for reliability, professionalism, and friendly service, with 220 customer feedback submissions analyzed and nearly 94% reflecting positive experiences. Customers frequently highlight courteous staff, efficient moves, on-time arrivals, and affordable rates. Movers are often described as respectful, quick, and careful with belongings, making the company stand out among budget-friendly moving options. Despite these positives, a small number of critiques report damaged items, difficulties with complaint resolution, and occasional unprofessional behavior such as lack of care or responsiveness to damage claims. For those valuing affordability and polite movers, Undergrads Moving matches or surpasses typical industry standards, but incidents involving property damage and poor follow-up suggest considering extra caution for high-value moves.

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Services

Local Moves
Intrastate moves
Full-service packing
Labor-only help
Small moves

Company info

No deposit required
Pay by cash
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Pay by money order
Ask for special discounts and offers

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

Cost to move with Undergrads Moving

On average, the cost to hire movers in South Carolina is $138 an hour.

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

Compare with other Columbia-area movers

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Moving out of South Carolina?

If you are moving from Columbia, SC, to another state, finding a company that is well-versed in interstate relocations is key to having as stress-free an experience as possible.

The top interstate movers understand the particular logistics involved in out-of-state relocations and have the equipment and manpower to safely and efficiently move your belongings across state lines.

Company	Quote	Rating
Safeway Moving	Get A Quote	4.85 / 5
Mayzlin Relocation	Get A Quote	4.9 / 5
American Van Lines	Get A Quote	4.5 / 5

Cost to move out of South Carolina

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

South Carolina to New York: $646 – $6,455
South Carolina to California: $1,794 – $8,689
South Carolina to Illinois: $725 – $6,875
South Carolina to Texas: $960 – $6,870
South Carolina to Arizona: $1,530 – $8,666

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FAQ

Is Undergrads Moving properly licensed?

To promote safety, economic development, and ethical business practices, the South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff (ORS) oversees movers in the state. They are responsible for inspecting, examining, and auditing public utility providers like movers.

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

Does Undergrads Moving have any additional locations outside of Columbia?

The following list includes other Undergrads Moving locations:

Is Undergrads Moving 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.

Undergrads Moving functions as an independent moving company. They are not affiliated with a van line company.

Should you negotiate with Columbia movers?

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 Columbia moving company?

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