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C.Coakley Relocation Systems review 2026 (Madison, WI)

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C.Coakley Relocation Systems is a Madison, WI mover ranked #5 of 5 Madison movers and #68 of 106 in Wisconsin with a 3.30/5 rating.

79% of C.Coakley Relocation Systems' 14 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its friendly and approachable staff, while the most common complaint involves damage to items. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.

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How C.Coakley Relocation Systems measures up

C.Coakley Relocation Systems ranks #68 out of 106 movers in Wisconsin with a moveBuddha Score of 3.30 out of 5.

  • moveBuddha Score

    moveBuddha Score

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

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Is C.Coakley Relocation Systems moveBuddha Certified?

C.Coakley Relocation Systems 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. C.Coakley Relocation Systems 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 C.Coakley Relocation Systems?

Out of 14 verified reviews, 79% of customers left a positive review about C.Coakley Relocation Systems in Madison, WI. 21.4% of reviews are negative. C.Coakley Relocation Systems has a 10% lower positive review percentage than the average Wisconsin moving company (79% vs the Wisconsin state average of 89%).

  • Positive78.6%(11)
  • Negative21.4%(3)

Based on 14 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.

What customers like about C.Coakley Relocation Systems

  • Friendly and approachable staff

    Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at C.Coakley Relocation Systems.

  • Professional and polite staff

    Customers say the C.Coakley Relocation Systems's crews and service representatives handled their move professionally and were friendly and helpful throughout the move.

  • Helpful movers

    Movers were more than just muscle—they offered guidance and went above and beyond to assist customers.

What positive reviewers say

  • “The crew was on time, courteous, professional and took great care to make sure nothing was damaged during the move. C. Coakley is an outstanding moving company.”

    Mark BennoVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Great people and always very friendly and helpful. I highly recommend the Madison team.”

    Stuart WalkerVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “They did a PHENOMENAL job!!!! I wish I could give them 6 stars. Very friendly team, and very very efficient!”

    kamila reddVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Installation of cubicles and offices have exceptional quality. Also their workers are very courteous and friendly…”

    John StückVerified ReviewerGoogle

Most common complaints about C.Coakley Relocation Systems

  • Damage to items

    Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.

  • Poor packing quality

    Subpar packing techniques by C.Coakley Relocation Systems led to crushed boxes or damaged goods for some clients.

  • Inaccurate estimates

    Estimates from C.Coakley Relocation Systems were sometimes way off from what customers were ultimately billed.

What negative reviewers say

  • “THREE pieces of my precious heirloom furniture were damaged --two were broken and one was scratched up all over --AND the pieces that were broken off my antique chair and table were NOT returned to me.”

    Boopsie SkepecsVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “I also found our printer placed sideways in a box with absolutely NO packing paper around it.”

    Emilee PiniVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “We were quoted 4 hours of work w/out being assessed ahead of time and no insurance was ever offered. 2 guys showed up, took 8 hours to move.”

    andy powersVerified ReviewerGoogle

C.Coakley Relocation Systems

3.30Madison, WI

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Is C.Coakley Relocation Systems licensed and insured?

moveBuddha holds no federal licensing record for C.Coakley Relocation Systems in Madison, WI. That is not the same as the company being unlicensed. Movers operating only within one state are licensed by that state rather than by the FMCSA.

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

FMCSA safety rating
Not ratedMost carriers are unrated. A rating is only assigned after a compliance review. It is not a failed one.

How much does C.Coakley Relocation Systems cost?

C.Coakley Relocation Systems does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in Wisconsin, 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.

What similar movers typically bill for a local move

Full-service Wisconsin moving companies similar to C.Coakley Relocation Systems 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

How C.Coakley Relocation Systems compares with the top 4 Madison movers

With a moveBuddha score of 3.30 out of 5, C.Coakley Relocation Systems trails the four top-scoring Madison movers, 1.00 point behind Top Notch Moving and Storage. C.Coakley Relocation Systems's score rests on 14 reviews, fewer than any of the four. Where C.Coakley Relocation Systems falls behind is quote accuracy, with the lowest quote accuracy score in the group.

The four highest-scoring local movers near Madison, by moveBuddha score.

#MoverScoreReviews
1Above Average Moving LLCMadison4.64344
2TWO MEN AND A TRUCKMadison4.36942
3The Armstrong CompanyMadison4.3457
4Top Notch Moving and StorageMadison4.30813
5C.Coakley Relocation SystemsThis mover · ranks #53.3014

How does C.Coakley Relocation Systems compare to other Wisconsin movers?

  • moveBuddha score#68 of 106(worse than average)

    3.30vs 3.71 avg

    C.Coakley Relocation Systems scores 3.30, below the Wisconsin average of 3.71, and ranks #68 of 106 Wisconsin movers.

  • Positive reviews#92 of 106(worse than average)

    79%vs 89% avg

    C.Coakley Relocation Systems has 79% positive reviews, below the Wisconsin average of 89%, and ranks #92 of 106 Wisconsin movers.

  • Negative reviews#95 of 106(worse than average)

    21%vs 10% avg

    C.Coakley Relocation Systems has 21% negative reviews, above the Wisconsin average of 10%, and ranks #95 of 106 Wisconsin movers. A lower percentage is better.

  • Reviews analyzed#93 of 106(worse than average)

    14vs 222 avg

    C.Coakley Relocation Systems has 14 reviews analyzed, below the Wisconsin average of 222, and ranks #93 of 106 Wisconsin movers.

MetricThis moverWisconsin avg
moveBuddha score#68 of 106 in Wisconsin3.303.71
Positive reviews#92 of 106 in Wisconsin79%89%
Negative reviewsLower is better#95 of 106 in Wisconsin21%10%
Reviews analyzed#93 of 106 in Wisconsin14222

Compared with 106 Wisconsin movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Wisconsin.

C.Coakley Relocation Systems

3.30Madison, WI

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Final verdict: C.Coakley Relocation Systems

C.Coakley Relocation Systems earns a 3.30/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #5 among Madison movers, with 79% positive feedback across 14 customer reviews.

Customers consistently praise its friendly and approachable staff and professional and polite staff. It is best for customers prioritizing crew professionalism, helpful crews, and reliable service experience.

The most common complaint is damage to items.

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

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  • 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.

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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.

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