The Best Movers in Austin 2023

Company Quote Rating
Square Cow Get A Quote      
5 overall rating
Unicorn Moving & Storage Get A Quote      
4.76 overall rating
Einstein Moving Company Get A Quote      
4.76 overall rating
3 Men Movers Get A Quote      
4.76 overall rating

Over the past 10 years, we’ve developed a rigorous review process to identify the absolute best moving companies. We look at:

Customer satisfaction (40%): The company consistently delivers services in a timely matter with good communication and within the estimated cost.

Dispute resolution (20%): Mistakes cannot be avoided in the moving industry. We look for companies that own their mistakes and make genuine efforts to fix any issues that arise during a move.

Industry reputation (15%): The company is well regarded within the moving industry and participates in industry conferences and organizations.

Online reputation (15%): The company maintains a professional website with accurate information. The company promptly and professionally responds to online customer inquiries.

Service options (10%): We look for companies with a deep breadth of services including full packing, storage, specialty item handling, expedited delivery, and more.

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Bellhop

moveBuddha Score 4.62      

Years in Business:  12

DOT #:  2878240

2505 Longview Street,
Austin, TX 78705, US
Visit Website (512) 982-9356

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Storage

Additional Information

Licensed
Insured

Square Cow

moveBuddha Score 5      

Years in Business:  15

DOT #:  1748594

2500 Brushy Creek Loop,
Cedar Park, TX 78613, US
Visit Website (512) 975-4400

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Art
  • Antiques
  • Storage

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • Square Cow Movers
  • Square Cow Moovers LLC

Local Associations

Licensed
Insured

Unicorn Moving & Storage

moveBuddha Score 4.76      

Years in Business:  28

DOT #:  3592100

102 Victor Street,
Austin, TX 78753, US
Visit Website (512) 339-9922

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Pianos
  • Hot Tubs
  • Pool Tables
  • Art
  • Antiques
  • Grandfather clocks
  • Storage
  • Safes

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • Unicorn Moving & Storage, Incorporated
Licensed
Insured

Einstein Moving Company

moveBuddha Score 4.76      

Years in Business:  11

DOT #:  2193963

9200 Brown Lane,
Austin, TX 78754, US
Visit Website (888) 368-4689

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Pianos
  • Hot Tubs
  • Pool Tables
  • Art
  • Antiques
  • Grandfather clocks
  • Crating
  • Full-valuation coverage
  • Storage
  • Safes

Additional Information

Local Associations

Licensed
Insured

3 Men Movers

moveBuddha Score 4.76      

Years in Business:  38

DOT #:  1914113

1005 Congress Ave,
Austin, TX 78701, US
Visit Website (512) 982-9705

Review Profiles

Services Offered

Move Distances

  • Local moves
  • Interstate moves

Available services

  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Offices
  • Pianos
  • Storage
  • Safes

Additional Information

Alternative Business Names

  • 3 Men Movers LTD

Local Associations

Moving Company Rating
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving       4.66 overall rating
Blue Whale Moving Company       4.58 overall rating
Real Men Moving       4.52 overall rating
All My Sons Moving & Storage       4.42 overall rating
Square Cow       4.38 overall rating
Square Cow       4.28 overall rating
Two Men and a Truck       3.72 overall rating
NorthStar Moving Company       3.72 overall rating
Black Tie Moving       3.72 overall rating
Greater Austin Moving       3.72 overall rating

Average moving company cost in Austin

The pricing table below shows ballpark costs for local moves within the Austin area and its surrounding suburbs. Or check out our post on the cost to move in Austin for more pricing info.

Keep in mind the price ranges listed are only averages. Actual costs can vary greatly depending on the specific requirements of your move.

You can also check out our moving cost calculator for more accurate moving cost estimates.

Home Size Avg. Total Cost Cost/hour # of Movers # Hours
Studio $309 $126 2 movers 3 hours
1 Bedroom $435 $126 2 movers 4 hours
2 Bedroom $711 $176 3 movers 5 hours
3 Bedroom $1,665 $247 4 movers 8 hours
4 Bedroom $1,912 $247 4 movers 9 hours
5+ Bedroom $2,951 $346 5 movers 10 hours

Things to keep in mind for your Austin move

  • Parking Permits: If you are temporarily loading or unloading non-construction materials or if you need to place a temporary storage device in the right of way, you will need a parking permit.
  • State Licensing: In-state movers operating in the Lone Star State are legally required to be licensed by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TXDMV), which issues 10-digit TXDMV numbers to commercial carriers.

FAQs for Austin movers

How do I find a reputable Austin mover?

There are many things you should look for in a mover to ensure they’re reputable such as:

  • A good reputation: Whether they’re a new family-owned business or a large van lines company with years of experience, a good reputation is absolutely essential.
  • Dispute resolution: If the mover has many unresolved customer complaints, steer clear. All movers will eventually have some mishaps, but it’s the handling of these moments that show the company’s true colors.
  • Experience for your move: Even a professional mover with amazing reviews for local moves may struggle to handle a cross-country move. Make sure the company has adequate experience for your particular needs.

Fortunately, the Austin movers on this list all pass this checklist with flying colors and have been hand selected by our experts at moveBuddha.

What is the cheapest day to hire a mover?

If you’ve asked yourself this question, congratulations. You’re asking the right questions to save money on your move. Typically, the earlier you book your move the better.
Avoiding weekends, holidays, and the summer will typically give you the best price on your move.

Shopping for the lowest quote is typically a bad idea since many companies will take your move for the lowest cost only for the price to end up doubling on the actual move day!

Do Austin movers offer storage?

Yes, depending on your storage needs most moving companies in Austin do offer both short and long-term storage units.

However, while some have their own storage facilities, others don’t, in which case they may store your items at a third-party warehouse. It’s always worth asking about storage facilities and getting quotes when screening prospective movers early on in the moving process.

Should you use your mover's storage solutions?

What is there to do in Austin?

Some popular attractions in Austin include:

  • Sixth Street
  • Barton Springs Pool
  • LBJ Presidential Library
  • McKinney Falls State Park
  • The University of Texas at Austin Campus
  • Lady Bird Lake
  • Bullock Texas State History Museum
  • Zilker Metropolitan Park
  • South Congress Avenue
  • Texas State Capitol Building
  • UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and Museum
  • Mount Bonnell
  • Blanton Museum of Art
  • Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve
  • Congress Avenue Bridge and Austin Bats
  • Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park
  • Austin Aquarium
  • Mexic-Arte Museum
  • Thinkery
  • Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater

How’s the job market in Austin?

Austin’s unemployment rate is at 3.5%. Looking for a job in “ATX”? Let us help you start looking, here’s a list of the top employers from this Texas city:

  • Keller Williams Realty
  • Whole Foods Market
  • Arrow Value Recovery
  • Celestica
  • Firestone Holdings LLC
  • EqualizeRCM
  • Atkins
  • Freescale Semiconductor Holdings V Inc
  • Software Advice
  • Washington Mutual Card Services

Helpful Austin Resources

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