Joyce Van Lines review 2026 (Waco, TX)
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Joyce Van Lines is a Waco, TX mover ranked #6 of 6 Waco movers with a 3.36/5 rating.
Joyce Van Lines holds active FMCSA registration (USDOT #247771) and operates 87 trucks. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How Joyce Van Lines measures up
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 3.36.
- Review quality
- 3.5
- Brand
- 3.0
- Website
- 3.0
- Customer service
- 3.0
- Industry experience
- 3.0
Is Joyce Van Lines moveBuddha Certified?
Joyce Van Lines 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. Joyce Van Lines 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 Joyce Van Lines?
Review sentiment has not been broken down for Joyce Van Lines in Waco, TX yet.
Joyce Van Lines
3.36Waco, TX
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Joyce Van Lines
3.36
Waco, TX
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What services does Joyce Van Lines offer?
Joyce Van Lines offers full-service moving, labor-only loading help, and local moves. It also provides long-distance moves, commercial moves, and small moves.
Services offered
Is Joyce Van Lines licensed and insured?
Federally licensed, operating authority active
US DOT 247771 Check on SAFER
Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha
Yes, Joyce Van Lines is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 247771, as JOYCE VAN LINES INC, and its operating status is currently active. It also holds a Texas intrastate license, number 70078.
Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Joyce Van Lines holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.
- State license number
- 70078Issued by Texas. Covers moves within the state, which the FMCSA does not
- Registered legal name
- JOYCE VAN LINES INCThe entity behind the trading name, as filed with the FMCSA
- FMCSA safety rating
- SatisfactoryAssigned after a compliance review
- Trucks registered
- 87Power units reported to the FMCSA
- Miles driven
- 2,161,864Reported to the FMCSA for 2025
- Roadside inspections
- 0Recorded by the FMCSA
- FMCSA record last updated
- October 2026
How much does Joyce Van Lines cost?
Joyce Van Lines 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 Joyce Van Lines 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.
| Home size | Typical total | Time and crew |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $400–$750 | 3–5 hours, 2 movers |
| 2-3 bedrooms | $850–$1,750 | 5–8 hours, 2–3 movers |
| 4+ bedrooms | $1,700–$3,400 | 8–12 hours, 3–4 movers |
What similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move
Joyce Van Lines is licensed for interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service Texas moving companies.
| Home size | Distance | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| 2-3 bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $4,500–$7,500 |
| 4+ bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $7,000–$11,500 |
What payment options and discounts does Joyce Van Lines offer?
- Accepts
- Credit CardsCashMoney Orders
- Deposit
- Required to book
Joyce Van Lines accepts credit cards, cash, and money orders. A deposit is required to book, so ask how much it is and whether it is refundable before you pay it.
How Joyce Van Lines compares with the top 5 Waco movers
With a moveBuddha score of 3.36 out of 5, Joyce Van Lines trails the five top-scoring movers in Waco, 0.72 points behind TWO MEN AND A TRUCK. Where Joyce Van Lines falls behind is review quality, with the lowest review quality score in the group.
The five highest-scoring local movers near Waco, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Kings Sons Moving CompanyWoodway | 4.50 | 166 | 4.8 | 3.8 | A+ |
| 2 | Little Guys MoversWaco | 4.48 | 329 | 4.9 | 4.0 | B- |
| 3 | Christian Brothers Moving ServicesWaco | 4.38 | 243 | 4.7 | 4.1 | A+ |
| 4 | College Hunks Hauling Junk & MovingWaco | 4.36 | 884 | 4.9 | 4.1 | F |
| 5 | TWO MEN AND A TRUCKBelton | 4.08 | 130 | 4.2 | 3.2 | C- |
| 6 | Joyce Van LinesThis mover · ranks #6 | 3.36 | — | — | — | — |
Joyce Van Lines
3.36Waco, TX
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
Save more than 30% on average
On average, moveBuddha users save more than 30% by comparing movers before they book. Get a quote from Joyce Van Lines, then see how it compares with other top-rated movers in Waco.
Compare prices side by side
See where Joyce Van Lines lands against similar movers.
Vetted movers only
Licensing and reviews checked, just like this page.
Free, no obligation
Nothing is booked until you choose a mover.
Joyce Van Lines
3.36
Waco, TX
Final verdict: Joyce Van Lines
Joyce Van Lines earns a 3.36/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #6 among Waco movers.
It operates 87 trucks.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
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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.
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Every mover on moveBuddha is scored on the same six factors, weighted by how much each one changes a move.
- Quotes & payment optionsWeighs most
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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
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- Review feedbackSupporting factor
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- State availabilityMinor factor
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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.