Best Movers Near Yelm, WA (2026 Reviews)
All Ready Moving & Storage is Yelm's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.58/5, followed by Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. at 4.52/5. Rankings are based on verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Yelm, drawing on 18,344 reviews across Washington.
Local movers in Yelm, WA charge by the hour. The Washington average is $182/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a market-specific baseline before collecting quotes.
How do Yelm moving companies compare?
Yelm's 36 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Yelm, with a market average of 4.37/5, drawing on 18,344 verified customer reviews across Washington. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Yelm from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Yelm address.
Proximity to Yelm 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 Yelm?
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 36 Yelm movers drawing on 18,344 verified customer reviews across Washington, with a market average score of 4.37/5. Rankings include movers based in Yelm 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.
- All Ready Moving & Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
- Olympic Moving & Storage Inc.: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- Mountain Moving & Storage: 4.52 out of 5 stars
- Lile Relocation Services: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- Ed's Moving & Storage: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- Triple 7 Movers: 4.66 out of 5 stars
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving: 4.42 out of 5 stars
- Atlantic Relocation Systems: 4.48 out of 5 stars
- PNW Moving and Delivery: 4.44 out of 5 stars
- Morgan Transfer: 4.34 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. All Ready Moving & Storage has been in business for 21 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. All Ready Moving & Storage has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 1020 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 All Ready Moving & Storage.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. All Ready Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"On time. On budget. Team of five moving like they've done this before. Breakage = zero. Our All Ready crew operated with the confidence of excellence intent on improving. We are impressed."
"Scheduled next day apt via text for a full two bedroom apartment. They showed up on time & it only took them 3 hours from start to finish. Quick, efficient, fair price & very kind. Highly recommended."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. has been in business for 123 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like office moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. has about 81% positive reviews across roughly 136 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.8.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Olympic Moving & Storage Inc..
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Communications with the company personnel during the process were outstanding. The four movers arrived on time and worked safely and professionally to finish the required tasks. Outstanding service from start to finish."
"Amazing movers. The guys worked extremely hard and fast. Absolutely nothing was damaged and they finished 2 hours faster than expected. Very professional and friendly. I would highly recommend this company!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Mountain Moving & Storage has been in business for 62 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like intrastate moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Mountain Moving & Storage has about 84% positive reviews across roughly 179 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.6.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Mountain Moving & Storage.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Mountain Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Excellent move from beginning to end. Crew was outstanding and packing was superb. We didn’t have a single damaged item in our move. Highly recommend Mountain for a flawless job."
"The crew was organized, helpful and fast. I could not be happier about my experience."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Lile Relocation Services has been in business for 67 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Lile Relocation Services has about 64% positive reviews across roughly 100 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.6.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Lile Relocation Services.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Lile Relocation Services emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"Everyone in this company is professional and personable. They were extremely flexible with my move schedule and handled the whole transaction with grace. The moving crews were courteous and worked very hard to protect our possessions as well as our walls."
"This was the first time that I used a moving company... They were very respectful of me and my stuff. Arrival time was great. They worked very quickly and again treated my things and me with respect."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Ed's Moving & Storage has been in business for 60 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Ed's Moving & Storage has about 67% positive reviews across roughly 58 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.8.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Ed's Moving & Storage.
Customer service 3.8
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Ed's Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"On the day of the move, Scott and three other guys were pleasant and professional! They packed up, drove to the new house and unloaded. Faster than expected and didn’t charge for extra time. Highly recommend!"
"The most professional, fast and friendly moving team during my husband's 25-year military career! They packed and loaded our fully loaded house carefully and finished on time. Stress-free move!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Triple 7 Movers has been in business for 17 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like intrastate moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.6
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Triple 7 Movers has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 660 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.5.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Triple 7 Movers.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Triple 7 Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Great friendly movers. Worked fast and efficient. Good service"
"Packers were great and friendly, they treated our stuff like their own. Very impressed with their courtesy and kindness. Will recommend these guys to everyone that I know."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has been in business for 6 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like intrastate moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 195 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 College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"We have used College HUNKS for 3 moves now and they are consistently fantastic! They work quickly. They are always nice and respectful. I will definitely hire them again!"
"Joey, Sam, & Owen were amazing!! Efficient, considerate, kind and helped me finish packing. They made everything so much easier. Fabulous guys!"
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Atlantic Relocation Systems has been in business for 102 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like intrastate moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Atlantic Relocation Systems has about 78% positive reviews across roughly 139 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.8.
Quote accuracy 4.0
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Atlantic Relocation Systems.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Atlantic Relocation Systems emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
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"Eugene and his crew were timely, efficient, and had positive attitudes the whole time!"
"Great staff and good movers—they are fast, efficient, friendly and great rates. Would highly recommend."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. PNW Moving and Delivery has been in business for 9 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and office moving.
Review quality 4.1
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. PNW Moving and Delivery has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 241 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.0.
Quote accuracy 4.1
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from PNW Moving and Delivery.
Customer service 4.4
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. PNW Moving and Delivery emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"The movers were on time, efficient, respectful, careful, and worked hard from start to finish. Our three-bedroom house and garage were moved from one side of the Sound to the other in 7 hours flat. On time and on budget. I highly recommend PNW Moving and Delivery."
"The communication was helpful and flexible with our changing time-line, and always friendly. The three person crew that moved us were timely, friendly, and hard working. They asked all the right questions, offered to move things we were planning to take ourselves, and never dawdled on the job. We appreciated how easy they made it for us. Would definitely recommend this company."
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 5.0
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Morgan Transfer has been in business for 34 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and international moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Morgan Transfer has about 77% positive reviews across roughly 100 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.8.
Quote accuracy 3.8
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Morgan Transfer, and Morgan Transfer makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Morgan Transfer emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.
Recent reviews
"The crew arrived on time, and moved me out and into the new place very quickly and efficiently. They cared about my stuff and made sure I was comfortable."
"Morgan Transfer is top notch. Darin gave a fair estimate and we came in under! I highly recommend Morgan Transfer for your move."
Which Yelm movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Yelm mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 36 Yelm moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 28 of 36 Yelm movers (77.78%) offer it, vs. 72.74% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage (4.58/5) is Yelm's top-rated piano mover.
- Antique handling: 21 of 36 Yelm movers (58.33%) offer it, vs. 46.37% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage (4.58/5) rates highest for antique care in Yelm.
- Art packing: 23 of 36 Yelm movers (63.89%) offer it, vs. 45.86% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage (4.58/5) rates highest for art packing in Yelm.
- Climate-controlled storage: 14 of 36 Yelm movers (38.89%) offer it, vs. 33.3% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage (4.58/5) is Yelm's top-rated provider.
- Fragile-only packing: 3 of 36 Yelm movers (8.33%) offer it, vs. 23.77% nationally. Lile Relocation Services (4.48/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Yelm.
How much does piano moving cost in Yelm?
Piano moving is available from 28 of 36 Yelm movers (77.78%), compared to 72.74% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage leads Yelm piano movers with a 4.58/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. at 4.52/5. A standalone piano move in Yelm typically costs $896 to $3,920, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Yelm | Details |
|---|---|
| Yelm movers offering this | 28 of 36 (77.78%) |
| National average | 72.74% |
| Top-rated Yelm piano movers | All Ready Moving & Storage, Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. |
| Upright piano | $896 to $1,680 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,344 to $2,800 |
| Grand piano | $2,016 to $3,920 |
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 Yelm?
Antique handling is available from 21 of 36 Yelm movers (58.33%), compared to 46.37% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage (4.58/5) and Mountain Moving & Storage (4.52/5) rate highest for antique care in Yelm. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,120 to $2,800 to the total cost.
| Antique handling in Yelm | Details |
|---|---|
| Yelm movers offering this | 21 of 36 (58.33%) |
| National average | 46.37% |
| Top-rated Yelm antique movers | All Ready Moving & Storage, Mountain Moving & Storage |
| Added cost to a household move | $1,120 to $2,800 |
| Per-piece handling fee | $56 to $560 |
| Custom crating per item | $168 to $224 |
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 Yelm?
Art packing is available from 23 of 36 Yelm movers (63.89%), compared to 45.86% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage (4.58/5) and Mountain Moving & Storage (4.52/5) rate highest for art packing in Yelm. Per-piece art handling in Yelm runs $56 to $560, with custom crates adding $168 to $224 per item.
| Art packing in Yelm | Details |
|---|---|
| Yelm movers offering this | 23 of 36 (63.89%) |
| National average | 45.86% |
| Top-rated Yelm art movers | All Ready Moving & Storage, Mountain Moving & Storage |
| Per-piece handling fee | $56 to $560 |
| Custom crating per item | $168 to $224 |
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 Yelm?
Climate-controlled storage is available from 14 of 36 Yelm movers (38.89%), compared to 33.3% nationally. All Ready Moving & Storage (4.58/5) and Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. (4.52/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Yelm. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $288/month in Yelm.
| Climate-controlled storage in Yelm | Details |
|---|---|
| Yelm movers offering this | 14 of 36 (38.89%) |
| National average | 33.3% |
| Top-rated Yelm providers | All Ready Moving & Storage, Olympic Moving & Storage Inc. |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $288 |
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 Yelm?
Fragile-only packing is available from 3 of 36 Yelm movers (8.33%), compared to 23.77% nationally. Lile Relocation Services (4.48/5) and Triple 7 Movers (4.66/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Yelm. 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 Yelm | Details |
|---|---|
| Yelm movers offering this | 3 of 36 (8.33%) |
| National average | 23.77% |
| Top-rated Yelm providers | Lile Relocation Services, Triple 7 Movers |
| 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 Yelm?
The Yelm market averages 4.37/5 across 36 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Yelm, WA
How much do movers cost in Yelm, WA?
Local movers in Yelm, WA charge by the hour. The WA average is $182/hour for a 2-person crew.
Key cost factors for a Yelm 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: 19% of Yelm movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: 28% of Yelm movers (10 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 Yelm across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 78% of Yelm movers (28 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100% of Yelm movers (36 companies) offer full packing, and 39% 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 Yelm include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Yelm, WA 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 Yelm movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Yelm movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100% (36 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Packing materials | 39% | Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking |
| Storage | 97% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$288/month |
| Full valuation coverage | 28% (10 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) | 83% (30 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 47% (17 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 Yelm offer senior, military, or other discounts?
Yelm movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 18344 verified customer reviews across Washington. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Yelm mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Yelm movers are excluded. WA state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.
| Discount type | % of Yelm movers | # of movers | Yelm movers offering it | Data source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Military | 3% | 1 | -- | Yelm |
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 Yelm
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 94 Washington 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.