Moving Company Reviews

What moving company reviews means on FindTheMovers

This page collects moving company reviews for the three states we cover. We list movers by city, and each entry shows a public Google rating and review count. Our data includes 1,003 companies across 663 places in Arizona, Nevada, and California.

What the ratings mean

Scores on this moving company reviews page come from public Google Business Profile data. We apply a Bayesian average that weights the rating by review volume. A company needs at least 8 reviews and a 3.8-star minimum to appear in our rankings. This prevents a single perfect score from dominating the list.

We do not verify licenses or insurance. We do not call companies or visit offices. The ratings reflect what customers have publicly posted on Google.

How the page is organized

Browse moving companies in California, or switch to Arizona or Nevada lists. State pages break down into cities and towns. Within each city, companies sort by our weighted score.

For a mover we show:

• Company name
• Public Google rating
• Number of Google reviews
• Base city
• Based in this city: yes or no
• National brand or franchise: yes or no

That is all. We do not list prices, services, or years in business unless they appear in the public Google data.

State licensing rules to know

The three states handle mover regulation differently. Before booking, check the rules for your state.

California intrastate movers must carry public liability and cargo insurance on file with the CPUC. Nevada requires a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, and vehicles over 26,001 pounds need a USDOT number from FMCSA. Arizona does not issue a state moving license, but A.R.S. 44-1611 to 44-1616 bars movers from refusing delivery or enforcing liens and requires accurate fee disclosure.

For interstate moves, FMCSA jurisdiction applies regardless of state. Check any USDOT number at the FMCSA SAFER company snapshot.

How to use these moving company reviews

Start with the rating and review count as a filter. Then verify licensing for your specific move type. Read recent reviews for patterns about timing, damage, and communication. Get written planning estimates from at least three companies before deciding.

Our moving company reviews give a starting point. The rest of the due diligence is up to you.

We also cover moving companies in Arizona, moving companies in Nevada, and moving companies in California in dedicated state sections.

These moving company reviews are one tool among several for comparing movers.

How to use these moving company reviews

Our moving company reviews are built from public Google Business Profile data. We cover 663 places across three states, and our data includes 1,003 companies. Each listing shows a rating and review count calculated from real customer feedback.

How we rank companies

We use a Bayesian average of public Google ratings, weighted by review volume. A company needs at least 8 reviews and a 3.8-star minimum to appear in our moving company reviews. This prevents a single perfect score from outranking a mover with hundreds of consistent ratings.

We do not verify licenses, insurance, or claims. The ratings reflect customer experience, not regulatory compliance. Use them as one input among several when you compare moving companies in Arizona, moving companies in Nevada, or moving companies in California.

What to check before you book

Google ratings tell you how a company treats its customers. They do not tell you whether it is legally authorized to move your household goods. Check licensing separately for every move.

• California: Intrastate movers must hold a CPUC permit (CAL-T or MTR number) and carry public liability and cargo insurance on file with the commission. The California Public Utilities Commission has jurisdiction only over moves that start and end within California. Cross-state moves fall under FMCSA. Look the company up in the CPUC's online carrier search by name or permit number before booking.
• Nevada: Intrastate household goods movers need a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity from the Nevada Transportation Authority. Operating without it can bring fines. Vehicles over 26,001 pounds also need a USDOT number from FMCSA. Ask for the company's NTA certificate number and check it against the NTA's list of certificated carriers.
• Arizona: No state moving license exists. Movers must be registered with the Arizona Corporation Commission, and commercial vehicles need a USDOT number. A.R.S. 44-1611 to 44-1616 bar movers from refusing to deliver goods or enforcing a lien, and require accurate disclosure of fees, rates, charges, and insurance coverage. The Arizona Department of Public Safety's Commercial Vehicle Enforcement unit investigates complaints. Check the company's USDOT number on FMCSA SAFER, its Arizona Corporation Commission registration, and its complaint history with the Attorney General and Better Business Bureau.

Reading the numbers

A high rating with many reviews carries more weight than a high rating with few reviews. Our moving company reviews surface both figures so you can judge reliability for yourself.

Look at review content, not just stars. Recurring themes about punctuality, damage, or billing disputes matter more than one angry or glowing outlier. Our moving company reviews include the raw totals; read a sample of recent feedback on Google itself.

Getting planning estimates

Ask at least three companies for written planning estimates. An in-home or video walkthrough produces a more accurate figure than a phone guess. Ask each mover to explain what drives their price: hourly rate, weight, cubic feet, or a flat binding estimate.

Compare what is included. Packing materials, stairs, long carries, and storage can shift the final cost significantly. Get the scope in writing.

Cross-state moves need extra verification

Any move crossing state lines requires FMCSA authority. The FMCSA SAFER company snapshot lets you look up a mover by USDOT number or name. Check for active operating authority, insurance on file, and complaint history.

Our moving company reviews cover Arizona movers, Nevada movers, and California movers. Use the state pages to narrow your search, then verify credentials through the regulators above.

We update ratings as public data changes. A company's score can rise or fall with new reviews. Check back as your move date approaches for the latest moving company reviews.

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