Best Movers Near Hollins, VA (2026 Reviews)
ACE Moving & Storage is Hollins's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.52/5 , followed by Virginia Varsity Transfer at 4.5/5. moveBuddha scored 13 movers based in Hollins out of 103 reviewed across Virginia, drawing on 101 verified customer reviews across Virginia.
Local movers in Hollins charge by the hour. The VA average is $115/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Hollins moving companies compare?
Hollins's 13 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Hollins, with a market average of 4.29/5, drawing on 101 verified customer reviews across Virginia. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Hollins from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Hollins address.
Proximity to Hollins 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.
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What are the top-rated moving companies in Hollins?
ACE Moving & Storage is Hollins's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.52/5, followed by Virginia Varsity Transfer at 4.5/5.
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 13 Hollins movers drawing on 101 verified customer reviews across Virginia, with a market average score of 4.29/5. Rankings include movers based in Hollins 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.
- ACE Moving & Storage: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- Virginia Varsity Transfer: 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Way2Ez Movers: 4.42 out of 5 stars
- TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.38 out of 5 stars
- Collegiate Movers: 4.36 out of 5 stars
- Lawrence Moving: 4.3 out of 5 stars
- Dunmar Moving Systems: 4.3 out of 5 stars
- My Guys Moving & Storage Inc: 4.26 out of 5 stars
- Clinton's Transfer & Storage Inc.: 4.38 out of 5 stars
- Roanoke Moving: 3.88 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. ACE Moving & Storage has been in business for 32 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. ACE Moving & Storage has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 241 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from ACE Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. ACE Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"ACE is the best! Moving is usually difficult but the team handled my cross-town move professionally, friendly, and quickly. Highly recommended. The price was very reasonable and they finished fast. I'll use ACE again in a heartbeat."
"Ace moving storage is great. Easy to set up, quick loading, didn’t damage anything. Great guys, would use again."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Virginia Varsity Transfer has been in business for 37 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Virginia Varsity Transfer has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 129 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Virginia Varsity Transfer.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Virginia Varsity Transfer emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Our belongings were carefully packed, loaded and delivered by these men who obviously cared about the service their company offered. If you are moving and need a reliable and reasonably priced company then call Virginia Varsity Transfer."
"HQ provided a very reasonable quote, info on details, and patiently let me change the date several times. They sent a super experienced, kind, respectful, attentive, efficient team. Couldn't ask for a better moving transfer team and company... highly recommend!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Way2Ez Movers has been in business for 12 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Way2Ez Movers has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 131 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.8.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Way2Ez Movers.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Way2Ez Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"I have used Way2ez Movers five times. Each move was smooth and affordable—friendly, efficient, and very careful with all my things. Only movers I’ll use."
"Stellar service and communication from Shane. The crew showed kindness, efficiency, and took great care of everything. Highly recommend."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for 12 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 78% positive reviews across roughly 186 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.4.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The movers were punctual, professional, and moved everything so quickly. All our belongings arrived undamaged. I’ll continue to use them whenever we move!"
"Highly recommend! The crew was polite, efficient, and made sure every item was handled carefully. Booking was easy and pricing transparent."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Collegiate Movers has been in business for 26 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Collegiate Movers has about 86% positive reviews across roughly 117 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.6.
Quote accuracy 3.8
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Collegiate Movers.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Collegiate Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The crew did a great job moving me, all involved were very courteous, helpful and careful with my belongings. Not a single thing was broken or damaged. The estimate quoted me was 'spot on'."
"I am extremely pleased with Adrian and his staff! They're professional, courteous, hardest working, and efficient! Thank you for making it look easy!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Lawrence Moving has been in business for 94 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Lawrence Moving has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 226 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.8.
Quote accuracy 3.8
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Lawrence Moving, and Lawrence Moving makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Lawrence Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"The crew was organized, friendly and professional. Every detail of our cross state move was organized and communicated throughout the process. I highly recommend them!"
"Excellent service from start to finish! Great communication, quick and smooth process and safe delivery of all my items. Wonderful experience!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Dunmar Moving Systems has been in business for 55 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Dunmar Moving Systems has about 81% positive reviews across roughly 74 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.6.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Dunmar Moving Systems.
Customer service 4.7
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Dunmar Moving Systems emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"The Dunmar team was spectacular! Professional, polite, easy to work with, and packed everything efficiently. They listened to our needs, handled items with care, and were very understanding of our interstate move goals."
"We had a great experience with Dunmar; the movers were on-time, efficient, yet careful with our possessions. Friendly and professional, all items arrived on schedule and nothing was broken. Would definitely recommend!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. My Guys Moving & Storage Inc has been in business for 29 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 3.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. My Guys Moving & Storage Inc has about 38% positive reviews across roughly 8 total reviews.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from My Guys Moving & Storage Inc, and My Guys Moving & Storage Inc makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. My Guys Moving & Storage Inc emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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Fantastic movers from start in booking to finish of last item moved. On time, polite, knowledgeable, personable, did not stop until everything was completed. Took great care of furniture and not one piece was damaged!
The head guy in charge was absolutely wonderful, we are very happy customers and would absolutely recommend this company for anyone moving. And the price was great, we checked other companies.
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Clinton's Transfer & Storage Inc. has been in business for 77 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Clinton's Transfer & Storage Inc. has about 87% positive reviews across roughly 55 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 5.0.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Clinton's Transfer & Storage Inc..
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Clinton's Transfer & Storage Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"The movers were friendly, efficient and professional. The price was very reasonable. Can't recommend them highly enough and would definitely use them again."
"Everything went smoothly, the team was friendly and professional, the price came in a bit lower than expected, and they finished earlier than I'd told my mom to expect."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.1
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Roanoke Moving has been in business for many years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Roanoke Moving has about 96% positive reviews across roughly 217 total reviews.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Roanoke Moving.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Roanoke Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Great company to work with. Good communication. Movers were very professional, efficient and knew what they were doing"
"Outstanding service from an experienced 3-man move team. Very careful w walls & furniture. Worked well together, diligent, and great attitudes through long days. Shout out to De’Anna who provided good communications and customer care."
Which Hollins movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Hollins mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 13 Hollins moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 10 of 13 Hollins movers (76.92%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. ACE Moving & Storage (4.52/5) is Hollins's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 5 of 13 Hollins movers (38.46%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Collegiate Movers (4.36/5) rates highest for antique care in Hollins.
- Art packing: 5 of 13 Hollins movers (38.46%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Lawrence Moving (4.3/5) rates highest for art packing in Hollins.
- Climate-controlled storage: 3 of 13 Hollins movers (23.08%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. ACE Moving & Storage (4.52/5) is Hollins's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 8 of 13 Hollins movers (61.54%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. ACE Moving & Storage (4.52/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Hollins.
How much does piano moving cost in Hollins?
Piano moving is available from 10 of 13 Hollins movers (76.92%), compared to 72.52% nationally. ACE Moving & Storage leads Hollins piano movers with a 4.52/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Way2Ez Movers at 4.42/5. A standalone piano move in Hollins typically costs $728 to $3,185, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Hollins | Details |
|---|---|
| Hollins movers offering this | 10 of 13 (76.92%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Hollins piano movers | ACE Moving & Storage, Way2Ez Movers |
| Upright piano | $728 to $1,365 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,092 to $2,275 |
| Grand piano | $1,638 to $3,185 |
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.
How much does antique handling cost in Hollins?
Antique handling is available from 5 of 13 Hollins movers (38.46%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Collegiate Movers (4.36/5) and Lawrence Moving (4.3/5) rate highest for antique care in Hollins. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $910 to $2,275 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Hollins | Details |
|---|---|
| Hollins movers offering this | 5 of 13 (38.46%) |
| National average | 46.24% |
| Top-rated Hollins antique movers | Collegiate Movers, Lawrence Moving |
| Added cost to a household move | $910 to $2,275 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $46 to $455 |
| Custom crating per item | $137 to $182 |
Custom crating and acid-free padding protect pieces that standard released-value coverage at $0.60/lb cannot adequately cover. A 50-lb antique valued at $5,000 receives only $30 under default protection, making full-value coverage the standard choice for heirloom and high-value items.
How much does art packing cost in Hollins?
Art packing is available from 5 of 13 Hollins movers (38.46%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Lawrence Moving (4.3/5) and Dunmar Moving Systems (4.3/5) rate highest for art packing in Hollins. Per-piece art handling in Hollins runs $46 to $455, with custom crates adding $137 to $182 per item.
| Art packing in Hollins | Details |
|---|---|
| Hollins movers offering this | 5 of 13 (38.46%) |
| National average | 45.76% |
| Top-rated Hollins art movers | Lawrence Moving, Dunmar Moving Systems |
| Per-piece handling fee | $46 to $455 |
| Custom crating per item | $137 to $182 |
Archival materials and custom crates prevent UV exposure, humidity damage, and impact fractures that standard moving blankets cannot guard against for framed artwork and sculpture. Confirm the mover has direct experience with similar media before booking.
How much does climate-controlled storage cost in Hollins?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 3 of 13 Hollins movers (23.08%), compared to 33.2% nationally. ACE Moving & Storage (4.52/5) and Way2Ez Movers (4.42/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Hollins. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $234/month in Hollins.
| Climate-controlled storage in Hollins | Details |
|---|---|
| Hollins movers offering this | 3 of 13 (23.08%) |
| National average | 33.2% |
| Top-rated Hollins providers | ACE Moving & Storage, Way2Ez Movers |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $234 |
Climate-controlled units regulate both temperature and humidity, preventing warping, cracking, and mold in wood furniture, vinyl records, and electronics that temperature-only storage cannot protect. This matters most for storage gaps longer than 30 days or for moves that span seasonal humidity swings.
How much does fragile-only packing cost in Hollins?
Fragile-only packing is available from 8 of 13 Hollins movers (61.54%), compared to 23.83% nationally. ACE Moving & Storage (4.52/5) and Virginia Varsity Transfer (4.5/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Hollins. Full professional packing runs $0.15 to $0.21 per pound; fragile-only packing covers dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps at a fraction of that total.
| Fragile-only packing in Hollins | Details |
|---|---|
| Hollins movers offering this | 8 of 13 (61.54%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Hollins providers | ACE Moving & Storage, Virginia Varsity Transfer |
| Full professional packing rate | $0.15 to $0.21 per pound |
Fragile-only packing targets dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps without a full-service packing contract. Limiting professional packing to breakables keeps total packing cost down while covering the items most likely to break in transit.
What is the top-rated moving company in Hollins?
ACE Moving & Storage (4.52/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Hollins, drawing on 101 verified customer reviews across Virginia. The Hollins market averages 4.29/5 across 13 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Hollins, VA
How much do movers cost in Hollins, VA?
Local movers in Hollins, VA charge by the hour. The VA average is $115/hour for a 2-person crew. Hollins's top-rated mover is ACE Moving & Storage, earning a 4.52/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 101 verified customer reviews across Virginia.
Key cost factors for a Hollins 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: 23.0% of Hollins movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 23.0% of Hollins movers (3.0 companies) offer it. 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 Hollins across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 85.0% of Hollins movers (11.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Hollins movers (13.0 companies) offer full packing, and 85.0% 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 Hollins include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Hollins, VA 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 Hollins movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Hollins movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100.0% (13.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 85.0% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 69.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$234/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 23.0% (3.0 companies) | 1%-2% of declared shipment value (~$300-$600 on a $30,000 shipment); default released-value protection pays only $0.60/lb |
| Crating (fragile/high-value items) | 54.0% (7.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 62.0% (8.0 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 Hollins offer senior, military, or other discounts?
Hollins movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 101 verified customer reviews across Virginia. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Hollins mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Hollins movers are excluded. VA state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.
| Discount type | % of Hollins movers | # of movers | Hollins movers offering it | Data source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Military | 8.0% | 1.0 | -- | Hollins |
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 we chose the best moving companies in Hollins
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 103 Virginia 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.