Moving Industry
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Pricing, safety records, and accountability for 27,701+ movers.
This is a very important contribution for anyone researching moving companies. Too many people only look at advertisements and low quotes without checking complaint histories, company connections, or past issues.
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Moving Price Index
Shoulder season. Prices are slightly above average.
Guide
When Is the Cheapest Time to Move?
Cheapest
Dec - Feb
Midweek, mid-month
Moderate
Mar - May, Sep - Nov
Shoulder season
Most Expensive
Jun - Aug
+10-20% over average
Moving on a Tuesday in January can save you 20-30% compared to a Saturday in July. The day of the week, time of month, and season all affect what movers charge.
Washington, DC Movers
96 Moving Companies in Washington, DC
2
Verified movers
$1,569
Avg 2BR move
29
Flagged to avoid
Guide
How Much Do Movers Cost?
The short answer
$300 - $2,500
Local move
$2,000 - $10,000+
Long distance
Cost by Home Size
| Home Size | Cost Range | Crew |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $300 - $600 | 2 movers |
| 1 Bedroom | $500 - $900 | 2 movers |
| 2 Bedroom | $800 - $2,000 | 2 - 3 movers |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,500 - $3,500 | 3 - 4 movers |
| 4 Bedroom | $2,500 - $5,000 | 4 movers |
| 5+ Bedroom | $3,500 - $7,000+ | 4 - 5 movers |
Los Angeles, CA Movers
140 Moving Companies in Los Angeles, CA
1
Verified movers
$840
Avg 2BR move
35
Flagged to avoid
Guide
Moving Scams: How to Spot Them
Moving fraud costs American consumers millions every year. Here are the warning signs that a mover may not be legitimate.
Red Flags
- Large deposit required before the move (legitimate movers charge on delivery)
- No physical address or unmarked trucks
- Quote over the phone without seeing your belongings
- Price doubles or triples on moving day
- Demands cash, Zelle, or money orders only
- Holds belongings hostage until you pay more
- Company name doesn't match the DOT registration
- No written estimate or contract provided
Atlanta, GA Movers
103 Moving Companies in Atlanta, GA
2
Verified movers
$1,292
Avg 2BR move
20
Flagged to avoid
Investigation
Fraud Network Investigation
Three Florida Brokers. One California Carrier. 750+ Complaints.
4
Connected entities
750+
BBB complaints
3
States involved
0
FMCSA actions
Consumers mapped this fraud network themselves, using BBB reviews, Google reviews, Facebook groups, AirTags, and recorded phone calls. FMCSA sees four separate companies. Consumers see one pipeline.
Santa Barbara, CA Movers
14 Moving Companies in Santa Barbara, CA
1
Verified movers
$1,802
Avg 2BR move
36
Flagged to avoid
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What We Track
Pricing
Verified rate cards, phone surveys, and public quote tools across every home size
Safety Records
FMCSA crash history, inspection rates, and out-of-service violations
Complaints
BBB complaint volume, resolution rates, and NCCDB federal complaint data
Red Flags
Bait-and-switch, hostage loads, no-shows, fraud networks, and contract violations
Review Integrity
Rating manipulation detection, non-disparagement clauses, and platform discrepancies
Accountability
Consumer reports, MovingScam.com cross-checks, and community-sourced investigations
FMCSA · BBB · Google · MovingScam.com · User Reports ·
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