Top US moving companies, independently reviewed

182 of the most-used national, regional, and DIY brands — checked against FMCSA records, state licensing, and each company's own published detail.

Each profile breaks down pricing tiers, service area, deposit and claims policies, and the gotchas hidden in standard contracts.

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How to read a moving-company profile

Every carrier on this page lists the same baseline: USDOT number, MC number, BBB rating, year founded, and headquarters. Those five fields settle whether the company is real and trading. They don't, by themselves, tell you whether the company is good — that's where the editorial summary, complaint history, and price range come in.

The directory currently profiles 182 national, regional, and DIY brands. Nothing here is ranked and no company carries a score: the order on the hub is for browsing only, and the sourced detail lives on each company's own page.

What the license line actually means

USDOT is the federal carrier ID assigned by the FMCSA. Anyone moving household goods across state lines has to have one. If a website doesn't list it, that's a yellow flag at minimum.

MC number (Motor Carrier authority) is what gives the company permission to move freight for hire across state lines. It's a separate filing from USDOT and shows up on the same SAFER record.

BBB rating runs A+ through F. The letter is the BBB's own scoring of the company, not customer reviews. A company can have an A+ from BBB and still average 2.5 stars from customers — both numbers belong on the page.

National carrier, van line, or local independent

National carriers (Allied, United, Mayflower, North American, Atlas) operate as agent networks. The brand handles dispatch, billing, and tracking; the actual crew is a local agent. Quality often tracks more closely with the agent in your specific city than with the brand on the truck.

Regional and local independents own their fleet, hire their own crews, and usually price 15–25% under the national brands on local jobs. Trade-off: limited geography, smaller claims department, and capacity that disappears in peak season.

DIY platforms (PODS, U-Pack, U-Haul U-Box, 1-800-PACK-RAT) are container-and-driver services. You load and unload; they handle the long-haul. For interstate moves under 1,500 miles with a flexible delivery window, this is consistently the cheapest option that's still safe.

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Company summaries are based on publicly available information from official mover websites, FMCSA records, BBB profiles, and recent customer review patterns. Logos are displayed for brand identification in an independent directory and do not imply partnership, sponsorship, or endorsement.

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Stevens Worldwide Van Lines logo

Stevens Worldwide Van Lines

All 50 statesFederal record linked

One of the oldest US van lines with consistent performance metrics in FMCSA data. The 100% Satisfaction Guarantee program covers a refund clause unusual in the industry.

Noted for: Established interstate moves with strong claims handling.

USDOT
2211781
Founded
1905
2BR estimate
$2,900–$7,100
Graebel Companies logo

Graebel Companies

All 50 statesFederal record linked

Major corporate and government relocation operator. Best fit for employer-paid moves rather than self-pay household relocations.

Noted for: Large corporate and government relocations.

USDOT
2230365
Founded
1950
2BR estimate
$3,100–$7,500
Arpin Van Lines logo

Arpin Van Lines

All 50 states

Long-established Rhode Island van line with stronger Northeast and Atlantic-corridor operations. International coverage extends to 150+ countries.

Noted for: Northeast-anchored interstate moves.

USDOT
Not located
Founded
1900
2BR estimate
$2,800–$6,900
Interstate Moving | Relocation | Logistics logo

Interstate Moving | Relocation | Logistics

All 50 statesFederal record linked

Northern Virginia mover with deep federal-government and military relocation experience. Strong choice for security-cleared shipments and DC-area corporate moves.

Noted for: DC-metro and government relocations.

USDOT
32658
Founded
1943
2BR estimate
$2,900–$7,000

Imlach & Collins Brothers

All 50 statesFederal record linked

United Van Lines agent and one of the largest Texas-based movers. Consistent on-time performance and strong claims handling.

Noted for: Texas-anchored interstate.

USDOT
1473185
Founded
1928
2BR estimate
$2,900–$6,900
Humboldt Storage & Moving logo

Humboldt Storage & Moving

All 50 statesFederal record linked

Long-running Boston-area mover with full-service interstate operations through the United Van Lines network. Storage facilities accommodate multi-month transitions.

Noted for: Boston-area interstate and storage.

USDOT
363405
Founded
1894
2BR estimate
$2,900–$7,100
Gentle Giant Moving Company logo

Gentle Giant Moving Company

Interstate (48)Federal record linked

Boston-based mover that states it employs its crews directly as W2 staff rather than subcontracting. We hold no customer-satisfaction dataset for this company.

Noted for: Boston-area moves where crew quality is critical.

USDOT
373544
Founded
1980
2BR estimate
$2,400–$6,400
Nelson Westerberg logo

Nelson Westerberg

All 50 statesFederal record linked

Atlas Van Lines agent and major corporate-relocation operator with Chicago, Houston, and Dallas hubs. Strong fit for employer-paid moves.

Noted for: Chicago-anchored corporate relocations.

USDOT
818102
Founded
1908
2BR estimate
$3,000–$7,300
Ace Relocation Systems logo

Ace Relocation Systems

All 50 statesFederal record linked

Atlas agent and one of the largest West Coast interstate operators. Strong corporate-relocation track record with Fortune 500 clients.

Noted for: West Coast interstate and corporate.

USDOT
1052359
Founded
1981
2BR estimate
$2,900–$7,100
Hilldrup logo

Hilldrup

All 50 statesFederal record linked

United Van Lines agent and 100+ year-old family-owned mover. Strong reputation in the DC, Richmond, and Charlotte corridors for quality and on-time delivery.

Noted for: Mid-Atlantic and DC-metro interstate.

USDOT
22302
Founded
1903
2BR estimate
$2,900–$7,100

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Questions to ask any mover before booking

  • What's your USDOT number? (Verify it on SAFER while still on the call.)
  • Is the quote binding, non-binding, or binding-not-to-exceed?
  • What's included in the linehaul vs billed as accessorial?
  • Do you subcontract this lane, or run it with your own crew and truck?
  • What's the delivery window — date or range?
  • What valuation coverage do you offer, and what does each tier cost?
  • What's the deposit, and when is the balance due?
  • What's the claims process if something arrives damaged?

Scam patterns the FMCSA flags every year

  • Hostage loads — quote low, double the price on delivery, refuse to unload until you pay cash.
  • Phantom companies — no USDOT, no MC, a website with stock photos and a phone number that goes to voicemail.
  • Bait-and-switch quote — verbal price online, much higher binding number on move day.
  • Cash-only deposit — over $100 in cash before pickup is the single clearest red flag in this industry.
  • Blank Bill of Lading — never sign one. Once it's blank and signed, the carrier writes whatever they want above it.
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Frequently asked questions

How do I verify a moving company is licensed?
Look up the USDOT number on safer.fmcsa.dot.gov. The record shows active status, insurance on file, and complaint history. Takes about 30 seconds and should be done before any deposit.
What does the BBB rating actually mean?
It's the BBB's own scoring of the company's complaint resolution and trading history. It runs A+ to F and is independent of customer review averages. A company can have A+ from BBB and 2.5 stars from customers — both numbers belong on the same page.
Are national van lines better than local movers?
Better for what? National brands win on interstate logistics, claims handling, and tracking. Local independents almost always win on local-job pricing and crew familiarity with your specific neighborhood.
Why do quotes from the same company vary so much?
Online quotes use generic ZIP-to-ZIP rates. In-home and video surveys use actual inventory. The difference between the two is often 20–40%. Always get the latter for moves over 5,000 lb.
What's a fair deposit to pay?
Under $100, ideally on a credit card (which gives you chargeback rights). Anything over that — especially in cash or wire — is a red flag in this industry.