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Higgs Moving Service review 2026 (Longview, TX)

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Higgs Moving Service is a Longview, TX mover ranked #180 of 843 movers in Texas with a 4.26/5 rating.

92% of Higgs Moving Service's 89 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its affordable rates, while the most common complaint involves lack of communication.

In business since 2004, Higgs Moving Service holds active FMCSA registration (USDOT #2270671) and operates 3 trucks. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.

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How Higgs Moving Service measures up

Across 89 reviews, Higgs Moving Service in Longview, TX is rated 4.6/5 on Google (57 reviews) and 4.9/5 on Yelp (7 reviews), and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

Higgs Moving Service ranks #180 out of 843 movers in Texas with a moveBuddha Score of 4.26 out of 5.

  • moveBuddha Score

    moveBuddha Score

    The moveBuddha Score is a single 0–5 rating that combines everything we know about a mover, so you can compare companies without cross-referencing a dozen review sites.

    It weighs customer service, quote accuracy, review quality, industry experience, website quality, brand strength, and ratings from Google, Yelp, and the Better Business Bureau.

    It is not a paid placement. Partners and non-partners are scored the same way.

  • Google rating

    Based on 57 reviews
  • Yelp rating

    Based on 7 reviews
  • Better Business Bureau

    Based on BBB profile
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Is Higgs Moving Service moveBuddha Certified?

Higgs Moving Service is not moveBuddha Certified. Certified movers are licensed carriers vetted by moveBuddha and spot-checked every quarter. They meet higher standards for insurance, pricing transparency, and customer care.

With a Certified mover, moveBuddha does the vetting for you and provides added protection. Higgs Moving Service hasn't gone through that certification process, so it's important to check licensing, insurance, estimates, and claims policies yourself before booking.

What movebuddha certified movers offer

  • Up to $1,000 in added move coverage*. Extra protection for eligible moves.
  • Vetted for licensing and insurance**. We verify state-required insurance for local movers and liability and cargo coverage for interstate movers.
  • Dedicated moveBuddha support. Help through the move process.
  • Dispute mediation. moveBuddha steps in if issues arise.

Before you book, check:

  • USDOT and MC numbers. Look up the license and complaint history on FMCSA's site.
  • Insurance coverage. Ask for proof of liability and cargo insurance.
  • A written estimate. Binding or not-to-exceed, with every fee listed.
  • The claims process. Ask how damage claims are filed and how long they take.

* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind. About moveBuddha Certified

** Local movers must hold insurance that meets state requirements for local moves. Interstate movers must carry auto liability of at least $750,000, general liability of at least $1M, and motor truck cargo coverage at or above $5,000 per vehicle and $10,000 per occurrence.

What do customers say about Higgs Moving Service?

Out of 89 verified reviews, 92% of customers left a positive review about Higgs Moving Service in Longview, TX. 4.5% of reviews are negative and 3.4% are neutral. Higgs Moving Service has a 3% higher positive review percentage than the average Texas moving company (92% vs the Texas state average of 89%).

  • Positive92.1%(82)
  • Neutral3.4%(3)
  • Negative4.5%(4)

Based on 89 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.

What customers like about Higgs Moving Service

  • Affordable rates

    Many reviewers found Higgs Moving Service to be more budget-friendly than competitors without sacrificing quality.

  • Flexibility

    Clients liked that Higgs Moving Service was willing to adjust schedules or accommodate last-minute changes.

  • Respectful of property

    Customers appreciated how carefully Higgs Moving Service's team maneuvered furniture through tight spaces without damaging walls or floors.

  • Careful handling

    Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to Higgs Moving Service's attention to detail.

  • Friendly and approachable staff

    Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at Higgs Moving Service.

What positive reviewers say

  • “They were on time, courteous, professional, careful, and efficient. I highly recommend this company.”

    YelpVerified Reviewer
  • “Their pricing was extremely reasonable, and they wrapped and padded everything to protect it. Everything arrived with absolutely zero damage.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “I really appreciate their patience with the many date changes. They are very professional and care about your belongings.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “After getting stood up by another company, Higgs had availability and kindly squeezed us in at the last minute. They were quick, professional, and worked well as a team.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “Everything was exactly what they said it would be: fast, efficient, friendly, cautious, and affordable.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer

What mixed reviewers say

  • “The cost i paid was $60 more the price i was quoted. Probably will not use the service of this company again.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “I did not use them.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer

Most common complaints about Higgs Moving Service

  • Lack of communication

    Poor or inconsistent updates from Higgs Moving Service left some customers feeling in the dark.

  • Inexperienced movers

    Some clients felt the crew lacked basic moving skills or sufficient training.

  • Unexpected charges

    Hidden fees or surprise costs caused dissatisfaction among some Higgs Moving Service clients.

What negative reviewers say

  • “The person who came said he called the shots. You’re training a new mover who doesn’t have a clue, slowing down the moving process, and you’re making me pay for that?”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “I’d recommend getting everything in writing. The owner and office gave us two different prices; we were quoted $400 for four hours, then faced an extra $250 charge.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “Never returned my call.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer

Higgs Moving Service

4.26Longview, TXSince 2004

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What services does Higgs Moving Service offer?

Higgs Moving Service is a long-distance mover in Longview, TX, listing 4 services on moveBuddha, including senior moves and piano moving.

Services offered

Is Higgs Moving Service licensed and insured?

Federally licensed, operating authority active

US DOT 2270671 Check on SAFER

Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha

Yes, Higgs Moving Service is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 2270671, as WILLIE HIGGS, and its operating status is currently active. It also holds a Texas intrastate license, number 006629622C.

Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Higgs Moving Service holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.

State license number
006629622CIssued by Texas. Covers moves within the state, which the FMCSA does not
Registered legal name
WILLIE HIGGSThe entity behind the trading name, as filed with the FMCSA
FMCSA safety rating
Not ratedMost carriers are unrated. A rating is only assigned after a compliance review. It is not a failed one.
Trucks registered
3Power units reported to the FMCSA
Miles driven
85,269Reported to the FMCSA for 2025
Roadside inspections
0Recorded by the FMCSA
FMCSA record last updated
July 2026

How much does Higgs Moving Service cost?

Higgs Moving Service does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in Texas, you can expect to pay approximately $130/hr. Total local-move costs from similar movers typically run $400–$750 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $850–$1,750 for a 2-3 bedroom, and $1,700–$3,400 for a 4+ bedroom home. Long-distance (500-1,000 mi) 2-3 bedroom moves from similar movers typically run $4,500–$7,500.

What similar movers typically bill for a local move

Full-service Texas moving companies similar to Higgs Moving Service typically bill the amounts below using a $130/hr rate for a 2-person crew and scaling up for larger homes that need more movers and hours.

Typical local move totals from similar movers
Home sizeTypical totalTime and crew
Studio / 1 bedroom$400–$7503–5 hours, 2 movers
2-3 bedrooms$850–$1,7505–8 hours, 2–3 movers
4+ bedrooms$1,700–$3,4008–12 hours, 3–4 movers

What similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move

Higgs Moving Service is licensed for interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service Texas moving companies.

Typical long-distance move totals from similar movers
Home sizeDistanceTypical total
2-3 bedrooms500–1,000 mi$4,500–$7,500
4+ bedrooms500–1,000 mi$7,000–$11,500

What payment options and discounts does Higgs Moving Service offer?

Accepts
Credit Cards
Deposit
Not listed, so ask

Higgs Moving Service accepts credit cards. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.

How Higgs Moving Service compares with other local movers

With a moveBuddha score of 4.26 out of 5, Higgs Moving Service places third when ranked against the four top-rated movers in the Longview area, 0.08 points behind Tyler Moving & Storage, Inc. and just ahead of ICANN Moving Company, LLC. Higgs Moving Service has a customer service score higher than three of the four, but the lowest industry experience score.

The four highest-scoring nearby movers, by moveBuddha score.

#MoverScoreReviews
1PODS Moving & StorageTyler4.3859
2Tyler Moving & Storage, Inc.Tyler4.3456
3Higgs Moving ServiceThis mover · ranks #34.2689
4ICANN Moving Company, LLCTyler4.22486
5TWO MEN AND A TRUCKTyler4.08293

How does Higgs Moving Service compare to other Texas movers?

  • moveBuddha score#180 of 843(better than average)

    4.26vs 3.68 avg

    Higgs Moving Service scores 4.26, above the Texas average of 3.68, and ranks #180 of 843 Texas movers.

  • Positive reviews#466 of 843(better than average)

    92%vs 89% avg

    Higgs Moving Service has 92% positive reviews, above the Texas average of 89%, and ranks #466 of 843 Texas movers.

  • Negative reviews#370 of 843(better than average)

    5%vs 10% avg

    Higgs Moving Service has 5% negative reviews, below the Texas average of 10%, and ranks #370 of 843 Texas movers. A lower percentage is better.

  • Reviews analyzed#461 of 843(worse than average)

    89vs 337 avg

    Higgs Moving Service has 89 reviews analyzed, below the Texas average of 337, and ranks #461 of 843 Texas movers.

  • Yelp rating#22 of 843(better than average)

    4.9vs 3.4 avg

    Higgs Moving Service has a Yelp rating of 4.9, above the Texas average of 3.4, and ranks #22 of 843 Texas movers.

  • BBB rating#80 of 843(better than average)

    A+vs A- avg

    Higgs Moving Service has a BBB rating of A+, above the Texas average of A-, and ranks #80 of 843 Texas movers.

  • Years in business#118 of 843(worse than average)

    22 yearsvs 23 years avg

    Higgs Moving Service has been in business for 22 years, below the Texas average of 23 years, and ranks #118 of 843 Texas movers.

MetricThis moverTexas avg
moveBuddha score#180 of 843 in Texas4.263.68
Positive reviews#466 of 843 in Texas92%89%
Negative reviewsLower is better#370 of 843 in Texas5%10%
Reviews analyzed#461 of 843 in Texas89337
Yelp ratingBased on only 7 reviews#22 of 843 in Texas4.93.4
BBB rating#80 of 843 in TexasA+A-
Years in business#118 of 843 in Texas22 years23 years

Compared with 843 Texas movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Texas.

Higgs Moving Service

4.26Longview, TXSince 2004

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Final verdict: Higgs Moving Service

Higgs Moving Service earns a 4.26/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #180 among Texas movers, with 92% positive feedback across 89 customer reviews.

Customers consistently praise its affordable rates and flexibility. It is best for customers prioritizing crew professionalism, helpful crews, and reliable service experience.

With 3 trucks and a track record dating to 2004, it has less history than the average Texas mover, and the most common complaint is lack of communication.

All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated November 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.

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  • $1,000Added move coverage*

    When you choose a moveBuddha Certified mover, you get $1,000 in added move coverage*, plus dedicated support throughout your move.

  • 1-on-1Dispute mediation

    If something goes wrong, moveBuddha provides dispute mediation with Certified movers to help resolve the issue and protect your move.

* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind.

How we score moving companies

Every mover on moveBuddha is scored on the same six factors, weighted by how much each one changes a move.

  • Quotes & payment optionsWeighs most

    The heaviest factor, because price certainty is where moves go wrong. We reward estimates you can hold a mover to, and terms disclosed before you pay.

  • Online reputationMajor factor

    An objective read from third parties rather than from the mover. The Google rating for the company's headquarters sets the band; Trustpilot, BBB, and independent review sites are read alongside it.

  • ServicesMajor factor

    The range a mover can actually cover, scored across seven categories, with extra credit for the uncommon ones most companies hand off to a subcontractor.

  • Customer supportSupporting factor

    How easily you can reach a human, and how clearly the mover sets expectations before, during, and after the move. Verified against company documentation and direct outreach.

  • Review feedbackSupporting factor

    A company's share of positive customer feedback, converted straight to points, with no curve and no editorial adjustment.

  • State availabilityMinor factor

    The lightest factor, and deliberately so: wide coverage helps more readers reach a mover, but it says nothing about how good the move will be.

What the scores are built on

  • 4,500+Moving companies analyzed
  • 1M+Authenticated reviews
  • 25+Independent data sources
  • 1,000+Live price points a month
  • $0Paid for a ranking
  • MonthlyRefreshed and re-verified

Read the full scoring methodology

Written by

Ryan CarriganCo-founder, moveBuddha

Ryan Carrigan is the co-founder of moveBuddha and a leading voice in the moving industry, helping hundreds of thousands of Americans make smarter, safer relocation decisions each year. With more than a decade of experience analyzing moving companies, pricing trends, and industry regulations, Ryan brings hands-on industry knowledge and data-driven insight to every guide and review. His research has been featured in Forbes, Consumer Reports, The New York Times, and NBC News.

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