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SOS Moving

SOS Moving

COMMERCE, CA 90040

4.9

1,190 Google reviews

BBBA+

Ibert and his crew were incredible. Fast, careful, and professional from start to finish. Nothing was damaged.

Anonymous

SOS Moving is a moving company based in COMMERCE, CA 90040. Rated 4.9/5 from 1,190 Google reviews. BBB rated A+ (accredited). USDOT 3398018, zero crashes in 24 months. 8 red flags documented.
1 NCCDB complaint

USDOT

3398018

MC

1153871

Crashes (24mo)

0

BBB

A+ (Accredited)

Fleet

3 trucks

5890 SHEILA ST, COMMERCE, CA 90040

(909)443-0004

www.sosmovingla.net/?utm_campaign=gmb

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At a Glance

Strengths

  • 4.9/5 from 1,119 Google reviews
  • BBB A+ accredited
  • Crew lead Ibert consistently praised by name across multiple reviews
  • Competitive hourly pricing
  • Some repeat customers: Olivia Gamboa, Jessica L
  • When the right crew shows up, reviews praise speed and professionalism
  • Offers white glove, commercial, and long distance services

Red Flags

  • Stolen items with police reports: Sydney Tolmasov reports $12,000+ in stolen belongings, filed police report. Sumeer Bains reports $10,000+ missing items
  • Price escalation: Scott Perry reports quote going from $3,900 to $7,100
  • Credit card screenshot taking: Victoria L reports movers took screenshots of credit card
  • Attempts to suppress negative reviews: Sumeer Bains reports company tried to get Yelp review removed
  • Property damage with refused refunds: Taylor Tahne reports visible wall damage, company refused $500 refund, required credit card dispute
Show 3 more red flags
  • Movers speaking negatively about customers in another language (Victoria L)
  • Left with customer keys after move (Victoria L)
  • BBB complaints: broken items, denied responsibility citing signed agreements, $0.60/lb compensation on claims

How SOS Moving Compares

Google Rating

SOS Moving4.9
Market average~4.5

2BR Move Price

SOS Moving$700
Market average$840
LocalLong DistanceCommercialPackingStorageFine Art

Reviews

5
1000 (84%)
4
40 (3%)
3
15 (1%)
2
10 (1%)
1
50 (4%)

35 reviews across Google, Trustpilot, Reddit, BBB. 17 positive (49%). 18 negative (51%). Average: 4.9/5 from 1,190 Google reviews.

5/5
Google

Ibert and his crew were incredible. Fast, careful, and professional from start to finish. Nothing was damaged.

Anonymous

5/5
Google

Second time using SOS. Ibert and team delivered again. Professional and efficient.

Olivia Gamboa

5/5
Google

Armando and Tiago were great. Quick, respectful, and handled everything with care.

Anonymous

5/5
Trustpilot

Jeniffer CruzUS•1 reviewDec 31, 2025If you're looking for a moving company…If you're looking for a moving company with professional and efficient help, look no further! These guys get it done! They helped me move from a second story unit to another second story unit and did it in 3 hours! Totally recommend!December 31, 2025Unprompted reviewUsefulShare

Jeniffer C

5/5
Trustpilot

THTrina HarperUS•5 reviewsAug 10, 2025Very professional and I highly recommend moversVery professional and I highly recommend this company you can't go wrong with them Not very expensive and worth every dime and more, you can depend on this company August 10, 2025Unprompted reviewUsefulShare

5/5
Trustpilot

Kyle ConoverUS•2 reviewsJul 25, 2025My second or third time using SOSMy second or third time using SOS. They always show up on time, work hard, and take extra caution with our belongings. Buchu, Sandro, Denis, and Vladimir were amazing. Highly recommend. July 25, 2025Unprompted reviewUsefulShare

Kyle C

5/5
Trustpilot

Emily HeerdeUS•1 reviewJul 6, 2025SOS Movers is the best of the bestSOS Movers is the best of the best! I’ve used them for two moves now. They are super knowledgeable, speedy, and careful with everything they’re moving. They wrapped all of my furniture and fragile items with care using plastic wrap, blankets, and bubble wrap. I would recommend SOS Movers to anyone looking for a smooth move!July 6, 2025Unprompted reviewUsefulShare

Emily H

5/5
Trustpilot

Carly WeinsteinUS•1 reviewMay 18, 2025Buchu and the team were excellent!!Buchu and the team were excellent at moving my one bedroom apartment from los angeles to mountain view in one day! everything was efficient and fast and nothing arrived damaged and the movers were professional and kind. would recommend to anyone doing any kind of move. May 17, 2025Unprompted reviewUsefulShare

Carly W

5/5
Trustpilot

BMBryton McVickerUS•1 reviewOct 17, 2024First Time Moving Experience- ExcellentBuchu and his squad took initiative and got everything in my apartment moved out with care and speed. I have moved many times but it was my first time using a moving company. I will never go back to doing it myself because these guys made it quick and painless!October 17, 2024Unprompted reviewUsefulShare

5/5
Trustpilot

Sydney SheddUS•2 reviewsOct 11, 2024So thankful to have found this awesome…So thankful to have found this awesome moving company! Buchu and his team are professional, the ultimate hard workers, and go above and beyond to make even a complicated move work. They packed and reassembled my family’s belongings with utmost care and had a can do attitude willing to help however they could. On time, communicative, careful, organized and tidy, what more could you ask for! Thanks SOS team!October 11, 2024

Sydney S

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5/5
Trustpilot

Brian NguyenUS•1 reviewSep 8, 2024AMAZING moving companyAMAZING moving company. Buchu and his team were on time, professional, and treated all of my belongings like their own. Not only were they friendly, they ensured that all furniture was wrapped and stored correctly during transport. Would recommend to anybody!September 8, 2024Unprompted reviewUsefulShare

Brian N

5/5
Trustpilot

ASAshUS•1 reviewSep 6, 2024Thoroughly appreciated Buchu and his…Thoroughly appreciated Buchu and his team for their efficiency. They came prepared and things went smoothly. September 6, 2024Unprompted reviewUsefulShare

5/5
Trustpilot

Chris BelcherUS•1 reviewJul 8, 2024Buchu was a great leader for his team…Buchu was a great leader for his team of guys. We have them a big challenge and they finished the job efficiently. July 8, 2024Unprompted reviewUsefulShare

Chris B

5/5
Trustpilot

VHV hUS•1 reviewMay 24, 2024Best experience I've had movingBest experience I've had moving. Polite, professional, efficient, friendly, caring, on time, and job well done. May 23, 2024Unprompted reviewUsefulShare

5/5
Trustpilot

JJJason JiaUS•1 reviewMay 22, 2024Buchu and his team Russell and Ali were…Buchu and his team Russell and Ali were perfect. Very efficient, careful, and friendly. I would recommend them to anyone.May 22, 2024Unprompted reviewUsefulShare

5/5
Trustpilot

SHStephanie HansonUS•1 reviewMay 21, 2024Fantastic moving companyFantastic moving company! This is my second time using them and they are very cost effective while providing a great service. Buchu, Ruslan, and Denis were easy to work with, kind and took great care of everything I had. I would recommend anybody to use them. May 21, 2024Unprompted reviewUsefulShare

5/5
AskSF

Acrobatic_Set2121 SOS Moving to SF I just got a job offer for a job that I really really wanted, but I’d be making 79k annually. I currently make 54k but I live in the Stockton area of California, I don’t know if I’m bottoms more than I could chew. My plan is to live on my own, no car so public tran

1/5
Google

Damaged belongings, scratched floors, then ghosted on damage claims. Will never use again.

Patrick Krip

1/5
Google

Stolen items. Filed a police report. Over $12,000 in missing belongings after the move.

Sydney Tolmasov

1/5
Google

9 hours moving. Movers tried to steal $6 in change. Had to call the police.

Darla Dofa

1/5
Google

Arrived late, worked carelessly, scratched furniture throughout.

Joanne Cooper

1/5
Google

Visible wall damage. Company refused $500 refund. Had to file credit card dispute.

Taylor Tahne

1/5
Google

Small truck showed up. Price escalated from $3,900 to $7,100. Dropped fragile boxes.

Scott Perry

1/5
Google

Charged 20% on top of quoted price. Felt scammed.

Briana Bass

1/5
Google

Careless movers flipped fragile box, bumped furniture on walls and ceiling. Movers spoke negatively about us in another language. Took credit card screenshots. Left with our keys.

Victoria L

1/5
Google

Over $10,000 in missing items. Company tried to get my Yelp review removed. Filed chargeback.

Sumeer Bains

1/5
BBB

Customer alleged broken china, missing high-value items, broken furniture after move. SOS denied responsibility citing signed service agreement.

BBB Complaint 1

1/5
BBB

Damage to appliances and wooden floors at both old and new house. Scratches on dryer looked like scoring. Company response: We have assisted the client based on the contract.

BBB Complaint 2

1/5
Trustpilot

ELEleenaGB•2 reviewsJun 3, 2026DO NOT USE SOS MOVING.DO NOT USE SOS MOVING.These people are incompetent and refuse to take responsibility for their failed services. This has been an extremely disappointing experience.They damaged our original 1940's hardwood floors during the move and have refused to accept responsibility or even acknowledge the damage they have caused. We reported the issue promptly and attempted to work with the company in good faith. Over the course of more than a month, we s

1/5
Trustpilot

ERElizabeth RodriguesUS•2 reviewsJan 27, 2026DO NOT HIRE SOS MOVINGDO NOT HIRE SOS MOVINGHere’s the bottom line, they were negligent and damaged property and despite repeated attempts on my part, they will not make the situation right. The GM, assuming he even exists, REFUSES to contact me after several attempts to get a hold of him. By the way, his name is Andy, has no last name apparently, and claims “customer satisfaction is our utmost priority”. Laughable at best, but looks good on the we

1/5
Trustpilot

TLToria LorraineUS•1 reviewAug 20, 2024**Terrible Moving Experience with SOS…**Terrible Moving Experience with SOS Moving**I had the worst moving experience of my life with SOS Moving, and I strongly advise against using their services. I recently moved apartments and hired them, but from the very beginning, it was a nightmare. The movers arrived over 20 minutes late, and immediately complained about parking, despite the fact that there was ample space to park. They never introduced themselves b

/5
Trustpilot

AlexApr 30, 2022InvitedI moved with SOS company last December. I had two movers Mike and Bek, they were professionals, polit and careful with my stuff. Booking process was easy online and Andy helped me go over with booking... See moreUsefulShare

/5
Trustpilot

Sydney SheddOct 11, 2024So thankful to have found this awesome moving company! Buchu and his team are professional, the ultimate hard workers, and go above and beyond to make even a complicated move work. They packed and rea... See moreUsefulShare

Sydney S

/5
Trustpilot

Brian NguyenSep 8, 2024AMAZING moving company. Buchu and his team were on time, professional, and treated all of my belongings like their own. Not only were they friendly, they ensured that all furniture was wrapped and sto... See moreUsefulShare

Brian N

/5
Trustpilot

НАНика АMay 4, 2024I'm surprised by the professionalism of these guys! Two weeks ago we were moving from San Bernardino to Long Beach, and the move took much faster than we expected. The guys are very professional, punc... See moreUsefulShare

What Reddit Says

Q: moving company experience

moving company experience I don't usually post about movers but I just used SOS Moving in LA and it went way better than I thought They were supposed to come at 8am, called me at 7:30 to say they might be 15 min late, and showed up 8:15 exacly. Already felt like a win. Ive had movers just not show o

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Q: SOS Moving for Philadelphia to Arlington VA

SOS Moving for Philadelphia to Arlington VA Hey everyone. I am not familiar with Arlington VA but I just landed a dream job and I will be moving that way pretty soon. I will be on a hunt for a 2 bedroom for my daughter and I. Home budget being about $1700 max, if anyone give me any suggestions for a

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Q: SOS Moving to SF

Acrobatic_Set2121 SOS Moving to SF I just got a job offer for a job that I really really wanted, but I’d be making 79k annually. I currently make 54k but I live in the Stockton area of California, I don’t know if I’m bottoms more than I could chew. My plan is to live on my own, no car so public tran

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Q: Best California Movers for buyers comparing residential moving

Go to CommunityReviewZone r/CommunityReviewZone Best California Movers for buyers comparing residential moving If you live in California and need to move, the search for a reliable residential moving company can feel overwhelming. Between unlicensed operators, surprise fees, and horror stories about

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Safety Record

Pricing

Hourly rate: $140/hr

studio

$420

1br

$560

2br

$700

3br

$980

4br

$1,260

5br

$1,540

Estimated at $140/hr x typical hours.

Source: Customer-reported pricing from Google reviews (2026-06-20)

Company Details

FMCSA Details

Drivers

3

Annual Mileage

100,000 mi

Registered

May 2026

Insurance & Bond

Cargo insurance
$5K
Liability insurance (BIPD)
$750K
Liability insurance (BIPD)
$750K
Cargo insurance
$5K

Last updated: Jul 2025

BBB Profile

Rating

A+

Accredited

Yes (since 2025-06-20)

Complaints (3yr)

3

People

Crew: Ibert, Armando, Tiago, Michael

Service Areas

Discussion

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SOS Moving

4.9 COMMERCE, CA 90040