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Best moving companies and movers in San Antonio, TX 2024
Whether you're moving locally or long-distance to San Antonio or leaving the area, we can help find the best moving company for you.
San Antonio, Texas, has a lot of moving companies to choose from, whether you're moving locally or headed across the country. With so many options, deciding who to trust handling your belongings can be a challenge. It gets even more complicated when you consider the variety of price points available. We're here to help find the best moving companies in San Antonio for you.
We scoured through tens of thousands of reviews for dozens of moving companies in the San Antonio area, using a custom algorithm to objectively rank them. Our system allows us to shorten the list down to the 10 best movers, using 13 weighted scoring criteria that include Better Business Bureau (BBB) accreditation, licensing and customer reviews. We then spoke directly to each company on the list to get up-to-date information on hourly rates, travel fees, hourly minimums and everything else you need to make an informed decision.
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Table of contents
Quick overview
Move Logistics
Best overall
Einstein Moving Co.
Top alternative
Evolution Moving
Best interstate movers
3 Men Movers
Great for intrastate moves
Central Transportation Systems
Great for military moves
Best moving companies in San Antonio, Texas
1) Move Logistics
During its 12 years in business, Move Logistics has garnered near-perfect customer ratings across Google, Yelp and Angi in over hundreds of reviews. The company is locally owned, operating two locations in the San Antonio area, with one in the city and another located to the northwest in Boerne, Texas. It's also a family business, with co-owner Marc Abrams having more than 35 years of experience in the moving industry.
Move Logistics bills itself as a "one-stop-shop" for people moving from around San Antonio, and it offers a suite of services. That includes residential and local moves, but the company is also licensed to handle long-distance moves around Texas and across state lines. It offers specialized senior citizen moves and full packing services and can move specialized items.
When we spoke with Move Logistics, its agent quoted us a rate of $225 per hour for a three-person crew, which is a bit higher than most others in the area. The company requires a two-hour minimum for each job, so you'll pay at least $450 for labor. Additional time is billed in 15-minute increments, so you won't pay for more time than you need.
We had Move Logistics come over to unload our truck from a 1,000 mile self-move. Our team of two very professional movers was on time — to the second! — and got right to work. They were quick, efficient and incredibly helpful. They made sure to stick around until we had everything where we wanted it. They even helped us track down parts of a table that the movers from another company did a poor job packing and had fallen apart. Truly an excellent company and great to work with. — Chris Mospaw, Google Reviews (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
Move Logistics requires a $100 nonrefundable deposit to secure your move date. Additionally, it charges a separate truck fee, which our agent quoted at $225. The agent also informed us that rates can fluctuate based on how far out you book your move, with cheaper rates the earlier you book.
Beyond its moving services, Move Logistics offers climate-controlled and warehouse storage if you need to store belongings during your move. It operates a 14,000-square-foot storage facility with several sizes of storage units and warehouse sections available. It's also covered by 24-hour surveillance and doesn't require monthly contracts.
The company's white glove moving service handles delicate items with care. These include everything from artwork and taxidermy to gun safes and pianos. The service can cost extra, especially for custom crating, but it's worth it if you need valuable items to be transported safely.
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Move Logistics is BBB accredited with an A+ rating and no registered complaints in the past three years. All employees undergo a background check, so you know you aren't dealing with hired day laborers. You can reach Move Logistics by calling 210-942-0357 or visit its website for a free quote.
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Move Logistics has only been in business for 12 years, but it has built a great reputation in that time. Rates are about average for the area, at $225 per hour for a three-person crew. Its excellent reviews and A+ BBB rating round out its position as our pick for the best overall mover in San Antonio.
- Reasonable rates
- Huge range of services
- Locally operated out of San Antonio and Boerne, Texas
- BBB accredited with A+ rating
- Relatively young company compared with some others on this list
- Slightly higher rates than most others on this list
2) Einstein Moving Company
Einstein Moving Co. was started in 2012 by childhood friends Paul Morin and Cameron Brown. The two wanted to start a company after graduating from Texas A&M University and both had ideas about how to improve the moving industry. Over the past 12 years, the two expanded the company to encompass four major cities around Texas and one in Florida.
The main draw of Einstein Moving Co. is its innovative online estimate tool, which gives you a cost estimate and the option to book with a little information and in a few minutes. Once you enter your information, the tool breaks down key price factors so you're guaranteed to avoid any hidden fees. The quote includes everything that goes into its hourly rate, information on its minimum job time and if you'll have to pay travel fees.
Einstein charges $80 per mover per hour for its work, with a 2.5-hour minimum. You can expect to pay $240 per hour for three movers, or $160 per hour for a smaller two-person job. With the 2.5-hour minimum, you'll spend at least $520 for three movers and $400 for two. No deposit is required.
Great service, excellent communication. The movers were professionals as opposed to other companies I've used in the past. There was a minor issue that was promptly addressed. Will definitely be using this company for my next move. —Aaron Dilday, Google Reviews (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
Beyond the minimum hour commitment, Einstein charges in 15-minute increments. You don't have to pay travel fees if you're within a 10- to 15-mile radius of an Einstein location, but the company charges a travel fee to cover gas and truck costs if your move takes you outside that range. You're billed separately for packing supplies as well, if you need them.
Einstein handles local residential, apartment and office moves. You can also hire the company for labor-only packing services or storage unit moves. Unfortunately, Einstein doesn't do interstate moves, but it will move you anywhere within Texas.
Einstein Moving Co. movers are all full employees who undergo background checks and thorough training. Prior to your move, Einstein sends you an email to introduce you to each member of your moving team. If your movers are late, Einstein says you'll receive an instant discount that increases with the delay.
You can reach Einstein Moving Co. by calling 210-942-7241 or visit its website for your free quote.
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Einstein earned awards from Angi and Nextdoor, and it offers a simple online booking tool. Pricing is transparent, and the company quoted us $240 per hour for a three-person team of movers and a 2.5-hour minimum. No deposit is required, but they only move within Texas.
- Simple online quote and booking
- Transparent explanation of costs
- No deposit
- Locally owned and operated
- Covers moves to anywhere in Texas
- No interstate moves
- Additional travel fee if you're outside of its "free-service" zone
- Second-highest rates on this list
3) Evolution Moving Company
Evolution Moving Company has been in business for about 10 years, and it first opened just northeast of San Antonio in New Braunfels, Texas. Since then, the family-owned business has expanded to major metros around Texas from San Antonio and its surrounding areas to Fort Worth, Dallas and Austin. The company boasts hundreds of positive reviews on Angi and Google for its various locations.
Evolution offers residential moving, long-distance moves and labor-only packing. The company specializes in moving pianos, though it doesn't advertise other specialty moving services. Evolution Moving Company uses floor runners and door protectors, along with blankets and plastic wrap as needed to protect your home and belongings.
Evolution Moving Company quoted us $210 per hour for a team of three movers. That fee includes the truck and any materials used to protect your belongings. There's a two-hour minimum, but in our experience anything larger than a small apartment move takes longer than that.
Absolutely amazing!!! We had four guys and two trucks move us out of two storage units and into our house. It was already 80* at 9 am when they arrived and hustled through 6.5 hours of back breaking labor with a great sense of humor and smiles on their faces. 100% recommend Evolution!! — Rachel Barrow, Google Reviews (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
Evolution Moving Company charges a nonrefundable deposit equal to one hour of your move cost to secure your desired date. For long-distance moves, the deposit is $500 per truck. Evolution also charges an additional travel fee of $4 per mile traveled.
The moving process with Evolution starts with an over-the-phone quote to give you a ballpark figure for your move. The company then sends someone to your home for an in-person estimate, providing a custom plan for each move. The price provided on that day is the price you pay, and the company says it never includes surprise fees.
This applies to interstate moves as well. Evolution says it will give you a complete estimate before you move, with no hidden fees. The company also provides a guaranteed arrival time so you can plan effectively.
Beyond its general moving services, Evolution Moving Company can store your stuff too. The company operates warehouse storage for its service locations.
All of Evolution Moving Company's workers are full employees who receive background checks. You can reach Evolution Moving Company San Antonio by calling 210-944-8858 or visit its website for your quote.
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With locations around Texas, Evolution Moving Company is a great choice for a long-distance mover. The company's rates are competitive at $210 per hour for a three-person crew. Its transparent pricing ahead of interstate moves makes it a good option to avoid surprise fees as well. Just watch out for the deposit on long-distance moves, which is priced at $500 per truck required.
- Locations all over Texas
- No hidden charges with long-distance moves
- Wide range of services
- Storage available
- Relatively young compared with some other companies on this list
- Deposit for long-distance moves can get pricey
4) 3 Men Movers
Formed in 1985, 3 Men Movers is the brainchild of founder John Fischer, who started the company with a truck and a small crew. The company now covers moves in cities around Texas, including San Antonio and its surrounding area, Houston, Dallas, Austin and Fort Worth.
3 Men Movers says it handles your items as if they are its own. They always use floor runners to protect your home from equipment damage, and you can expect all large items to be protected with blankets and plastic wrap. If you need packing services, the company handles that too, taking special care with fragile items.
The mover quoted us a rate of $209 per hour for a team of three movers, which includes all taxes and credit card fees. While 3 Men Movers doesn't charge for fuel or flights of stairs, it includes a travel fee based on the mileage of your move.
CJ and team have been great! Very easy going, friendly, helpful, and respectful. This is my 5th move with 3 Men Movers and I will continue using them and recommend you do as well. There is enough hassle around moving, nothing wrong with getting some professional help. And they are fast! — Isabel Esparza, Google Reviews (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
There is a two-hour minimum for all moves, so you'll pay at least $418. In our experience, nearly any house move takes more than two hours, so the minimum shouldn't be an issue for most people. 3 Men Movers charges a $25 deposit to secure your move date, and the deposit is refundable as long as you cancel more than 24 hours in advance of your move.
The majority of 3 Men Movers' jobs are within Texas, but it can also handle interstate moves. However, if you're moving cross-country, 3 Men suggests going with a different mover. The company tries to stay competitive on pricing for neighboring states but acknowledges that national carriers will likely be able to provide better rates for long-distance moves.
3 Men Movers is BBB accredited with an A+ rating and 16 registered complaints in the past three years, which is higher than other companies on this list. There's also a scam alert on the company's BBB page, warning that another company could be impersonating it. Be cautious and use the official phone number and site below for all communications.
All 3 Men Movers employees undergo background checks. You can reach 3 Men Movers by calling 210-879-7646 or visit its website for a quote or to book your move.
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3 Men Movers operates in several Texas cities and can handle moves all over the state. Its hourly rates are high at $209 per hour for three movers, but no deposit is required. The company also has more BBB complaints than most others on the list.
- Locally owned and operated for nearly 40 years
- Low $25 deposit
- Great for Texas moves
- BBB accredited with A+ rating
- Hourly rates are above average for area
- 16 registered BBB complaints
5) All Pro Moving
All Pro Moving has been in business since 1920. The company has been family-owned and operated since its founding by George Salinas, passing through the Salinas family over generations and giving it a long legacy in the moving industry. Throughout that time, the company has remained focused on serving San Antonio with local and long-distance moves.
All Pro Moving makes it easy to get started with your moving quote over the phone or through its website. The company offers residential and commercial moving services in San Antonio and its surrounding suburbs. It can also handle labor-only packing or add them as part of your overall move.
All Pro Moving's price is the highest of all the companies we contacted for this list. The company quoted us $390 per hour for the first two hours of our move with a crew of three movers. The price drops to $225 per hour for any time after the first two hours.
These guys are awesome and extremely honest! They take care of your furniture as their own. Greg was the team lead and he explained me the whole process, they are extremely fast. But what impressed me the most is their honesty, some jewelry fell from my wife’s drawer and they picked it up and returned it to us. They did my 3 bedroom house in about 3 hours. I was impressed how fast they did it! I would highly recommend them to anyone! — Humberto Molina, Google Reviews (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
We also asked about a two-person crew, for which All Pro Moving quoted us a rate of $350 per hour for the first two hours and $180 per hour after that. The company requires a nonrefundable deposit of $100 to lock in your move date.
All Pro focuses on the San Antonio area but also offers long-distance moving services, and the company is licensed to operate across state lines. If you have belongings that need storage, All Pro offers climate-controlled options.
The company uses protective pads and plastic wrap to protect all large and delicate items and can handle special or delicate items as needed. Such items can add to the cost depending on the care required.
All Pro Moving's workers undergo background checks, and the representative we spoke to said many movers have been with the company for 15 years or more. You can reach All Pro Moving by calling 210-820-3027 or by visiting its website.
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All Pro Moving is one of the oldest moving companies in the San Antonio area, and it says many movers have been employees for more than 15 years. Prices are among the highest on our list, however, at $350 per hour for the first two hours and $225 after for a three-person crew.
- Locally owned since 1920
- Prompt quote response
- Excellent ratings on Google and Angi
- Pricing is the highest on our list
6) Central Transportation Systems
Founded in 1925, Central Transportation Systems has been in the moving game for nearly 100 years. During that time, the company has remained family-owned and expanded to locations around Texas, including San Antonio, Austin, El Paso and Waco, tallying hundreds of positive reviews across Google, Angi and Yelp.
Central Transportation Systems offers a range of services, including local and intrastate moves around Texas, as well as long-distance and even international moves. Central Transportation Systems partners with United Van Lines for logistics support with international services.
The support agent we spoke with at Central Transportation Systems quoted $210 per hour for a crew of three people. That's right around the middle of the range for companies on this list. Unfortunately, Central Transportation Systems was difficult for us to reach for further information.
While we got a ballpark rate for three movers on our initial call, the agent wanted to forward us to someone who wasn't available for further questions. Our calls over the following days went to voicemail, and we still haven't received a callback to confirm information about deposits or hour minimums at the time of this writing. Your experience may vary, but you'll want to leave adequate time to get a quote.
Difficulties aside, the company says it provides free, in-person estimates to give each move a custom touch. It also offers full packing services, though its movers will transport items you pack yourself. It also takes standard precautions, like padding and plastic wrapping large items, to protect them from damage. And many customers left rave reviews on sites like Google and Yelp.
Jane, Alice, and Josie R. were absolutely great! They took great care of our belongings while they packed it, were extremely communicative, and were highly expeditious. Definitely one of the best experiences we’ve had in 8+ moves! Highly recommend! — JJ, Google Reviews (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
One notable service provided by Central Transportation Systems is custom crating. If you have a delicate family heirloom or other valuable items to move, the company can build a custom crate to protect them during your move. This service will cost extra, but it's not something you get with every mover.
Another somewhat unusual service offered is specialized military moves. Headquartered in El Paso, the company isn't far from Fort Bliss, and it's used to handling military moves. It also offers Department of Defense-approved moving services for international moves. This means Central Transportation Systems has experience working with the deadlines and paperwork required for military moves.
You can reach Central Transportation Systems by calling 855-976-9476 or by visiting its website.
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Central Transportation Systems offers a range of services, but its military moves make it relatively unique in the area. Its hourly rate is reasonable, but you may run into issues getting a prompt quote.
- In business since 1925
- Local, long-distance and international moves
- Custom crating for specialty items
- Specialized military moving service
- Slow response to our quote requests
7) Camouflage Moving Service
The Camouflage Moving Service team has more than eight years of experience doing residential and commercial moves in the San Antonio area. Despite its relatively young age, Camouflage Moving Service covers San Antonio, Timberwood Park and Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas, and offers a variety of moving services. The company has also racked up solid review scores on Google and Yelp.
Camouflage Moving Service specializes in residential and commercial moves but can handle long-distance needs as well. It also provides packing services, along with a team of specialized movers to safely transport pianos. If you have other specialty items, such as antiques or paintings, the company can handle those too.
Camouflage Moving Service's rates are very affordable. The company quoted us $165 per hour for a team of three movers. That fee includes the crew and a 26-foot truck.
I just use this company to move into my new home today and I can tell you right now this is a good quality company with a great price. The workers were very professional, helpful, and friendly and I would definitely recommend this company to anyone who is trying to move. — T Lane, Google Reviews (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
Camouflage requires a two-hour minimum for each job, so you can expect to pay at least $330. Most moves larger than a small apartment take longer than that, so the minimum won't be a factor for most customers. You'll also pay a $100 deposit to secure a move date, and it's refundable as long as you cancel at least 48 hours before your move date.
The moving process with Camouflage Moving Service starts with an in-person or virtual estimate to provide a custom moving plan. The company then connects you with a coordinator who is your contact throughout the moving process.
Camouflage focuses on the San Antonio area, but it has staff trained in long-distance moving. In an emergency situation, the company can offer expedited service and will attempt to accommodate last-minute moves.
All movers who work for Camouflage Moving Service undergo background checks. It also has an annual retraining program to ensure its movers are always up to date on best practices for handling your belongings. You can reach Camouflage Moving Service by calling 210-254-5176 or visit its website for a free quote.
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Camouflage Moving Service is relatively young, but it offers a range of services at affordable rates. The company quoted us $165 per hour for a team of three movers, making it one of the cheapest movers on this list. Its annual retraining program means movers are always up to date on best practices, and it will attempt to accommodate last-minute moves.
- Locally owned and operated
- Second-most affordable mover on our list
- Offers expedited service if your moving date moves up
- Annual retraining for its movers
- Relatively young company
8) Budget Movers
Budget Movers opened for business in 1981 and is locally owned. During the past 40 years, the company grew to serve the San Antonio area and its surrounding suburbs. It has also garnered excellent scores on Google and Yelp across hundreds of customer reviews.
-Budget Movers offers several services in and around San Antonio, including local and long-distance moves. The company also handles packing-only services and offers a senior citizen moving package for people transitioning to assistedliving facilities. Budget also handles custom crating for fragile and delicate items like antiques and musical instruments.
Despite the name, Budget Movers isn't the cheapest company on this list, but its rates are reasonable. The company quoted us $225 per hour for a three-person crew. Budget Movers has a one-hour minimum for each job, which is lower than the other companies on this list that require one.
The best part of my moving experience was with Budget Movers who were highly recommended to me by a good friend. Jesus and Chris were kind, attentive, professional and focused. I was impressed with the great customer service from beginning to end. Thank you, Budget Movers! — Patti W., Google Reviews (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
Budget Movers doesn't require a deposit to book a move. However, it charges a travel fee of $2 per mile. Every job includes a 15-mile fee, so at least $30 is added to the total price no matter the distance traveled.
To give an accurate estimate, Budget Movers connects you to a move coordinator who notes the details unique to your move, including the amount of furniture you're moving and any specialty items.
Aside from moving services, Budget Movers operates a storage facility with more than 10,000 square feet of space. It offers climate-controlled units for items that are sensitive to temperature and humidity. Temporary and long-term storage options are available, with loading docks and drive-in bays to ease loading and unloading.
Budget Movers is BBB accredited with an A+ rating and no registered complaints in the past three years. All of its employees receive a background check. You can reach Budget Movers by calling 210-920-7938 or visit its website to book a move.
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Budget Movers has offered moving services in the San Antonio area for longer than 40 years, including one dedicated to senior moves. The company doesn't require a deposit, and its $225 per hour fee for three movers is reasonable, though it adds on a $2-per-mile travel fee with a 15-mile minimum charge.
- More than 40 years in business
- Can custom-crate special items
- Specialized senior moves
- BBB accredited with A+ rating
- $2 per-mile travel fee with 15-mile minimum charge
- Slightly higher rates than others
9) Scobey Moving & Storage
Scobey Moving & Storage got its start in 1913 when F.E. Scobey launched the company with six wagons and 12 horses. Yes, more than a century ago this company used horses to move customers. These days, Scobey still services the San Antonio area and is now part of a larger group of moving companies that operate as Spectrum Relocation Group.
The team at Scobey Moving & Storage offers an array of moving services, starting with local and long-distance packages. It also handles packing services, including specialized items like antiques and musical instruments. For long-distance moves, Scobey partners with Mayflower Transit to offer relocation across the country or internationally.
Scobey Moving & Storage prefers to do an in-person or virtual tour of your home before it provides a rate or estimate. However, the person we spoke with said that a three-person crew should cost somewhere around $210 per hour, which is in line with the area average. Scobey doesn't require a deposit to lock in your moving date.
Had amazing service today with the crew AJ, Randy and Daniel. They were professional and worked great as a team. Despite being on the third floor, they were speedy and efficient in their unloading and packing process. — Diane Petit-Bois, Google Reviews (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
In addition to the hourly rate, you'll pay a separate fuel charge based on the driving time required for your move. Our agent said that typically equates to a $50 charge per hour of drive time. A two-hour minimum is required for each job. It also has secure, climate-controlled storage facilities on a short- and long-term basis in case you have sensitive items to store during your move.
We had more trouble speaking with someone from Scobey than other companies on this list. We eventually connected with someone two days after our initial call, but we heard back in minutes or hours from most of the others on this list. Give yourself extra time if you plan to obtain an estimate from Scobey.
Scobey Moving & Storage offers a specialized moving package for military families. Such moves often require certain deadlines to be met and paperwork completed. The company promises prompt pickup and delivery for military moves and can accommodate moves around the country.
All Scobey movers receive background checks. You can contact Scobey Moving & Storage by calling 210-796-8397 or by visiting its website.
Scobey Moving & Storage is the oldest company on this list. The company's rates are reasonable at $210 per hour for a team of three movers. It also offers a specialized military moving service. Scobey is a Mayflower Transit agent so you may deal with different people at each end of a long-distance move.
- In business since 1913
- Wide range of services
- Military moving service
- Long-distance moves may be handled by different people on each end
- Took two days to receive a quote
10) Movers of San Antonio
Movers of San Antonio has more than 15 years of experience operating in the San Antonio area, covering both local and statewide moves. The company's main aim is to be an affordable moving option, prominently advertising its $99 per hour rate. There are a couple of caveats, however.
If your move falls between Monday and Thursday, you get the $99 hourly rate for two movers. Adding an additional mover increases that rate to $150 per hour. Movers of San Antonio is one of the cheapest movers in the area for weekday moves, but the costs increase on weekends.
Moves on Friday through Sunday cost $10 more per hour, so a three-person runs you $160 hourly. No deposit is required, but a $50 nonrefundable travel fee is due when you sign your agreement, which covers the costs of fuel and moving equipment.
Shane and Mario were absolutely wonderful movers! They worked hard and quick, and finished moving all my furniture from my third floor apartment to my two-story house in just under 3 hours! 🎉 They also shrink wrapped the main furniture pieces and were very careful with all of it. Furthermore, they unhooked my washer and dryer and hooked them back up in the new place 💪 I highly recommend them for any moving needs! — Alicia C., Google Reviews (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)
The company has a two-hour minimum for every job, so you'll pay at least $300 for a weekday move and $320 on the weekend.
Movers of San Antonio handles moves all over Texas, and it guarantees one-day moves from San Antonio to Dallas, Houston, Austin, Corpus Christi and South Texas. The company uses a 26-foot truck for all moves and provides the necessary dollies, moving blankets and straps needed for a secure move. It also offers packing services at the same hourly rates.
Movers of San Antonio is transparent with pricing. It has a page that lists weekday rates, what goes into them and the average time required for different home sizes. That's information you often have to call to obtain from most other moving companies, and the online resource is useful. However, you must call to learn about weekend rates.
Movers of San Antonio only performs local and long-distance moves in Texas, and the company does not do interstate moves. All Movers of San Antonio workers are employees who undergo background checks. You can contact Movers of San Antonio by calling 210-348-8199 or by visiting its website.
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Movers of San Antonio is one of the most affordable options on this list, with rates of $150 per hour on weekdays and $160 per hour on weekends for a team of three movers. The company's pricing is transparent, but it charges a nonrefundable $50 travel fee. It also only moves within Texas but offers one-day move guarantees to several metros around the state.
- Lowest weekday rates on this list
- No deposit
- Transparent pricing
- Guarantees 1-day moves to other major Texas cities
- No interstate moving
- $50 nonrefundable trip fee due at signing
- Rates go up $10 on weekends
Honorable mentions
While these companies didn't make it into our top 10 list, they're still worth consideration. Each is located near San Antonio and came close to qualifying for our top moving company recommendations.
All My Sons Moving & Storage: All My Sons Moving & Storage scored highly on some of our criteria but didn't make the top 10 because of its more than 1,800 registered BBB complaints in the past three years. Still, the company is well equipped to handle moves around the country with its large number of locations. Call 830-626-2100 or visit its website to book your move.
Why they're worth a look: Nationwide reach makes them a good interstate moving option.
Careful Movers Inc.: Based in San Antonio, Careful Movers is a great option for local moves around the city. The company also handles junk removal and offers a specialized service for senior downsizing. Call 210-308-6683 or visit its website to book a move.
Why they're worth a look: Locally owned with a specialized service for senior downsizing.
Roblas Services LLC: Offering services in San Antonio and Austin, Roblas Services takes on moves at short notice and also offers labor-only packing and specialized senior moving. The company handles long-distance moves around Texas and anywhere in the lower 48 states. Call 726-666-0116 or visit its website to book a move.
Why they're worth a look: Available for same-day services and are open 24/7.
The best moving company in San Antonio for you
Even with the best preparation, moving is almost always stressful. It can be time-consuming to call multiple companies for quotes and research their reputations. We aimed to absorb a large part of that frustration for you with our list, but no one company will be the right fit for every situation.
As you evaluate which moving company is the best for you, keep some key factors in mind. Your budget is probably the most important, and you'll want to carefully consider each company's hourly rates and additional fees. If cost is your main concern, Camouflage Moving Service offers the best value of the companies on our list.
Another major factor is availability. Most of the companies we spoke with said the summer months are their busiest time, along with the beginning of each month and the weekends. If you can be flexible with your move date, you'll have a much easier time securing your preferred company. However, we've included 10 companies (and three honorable mentions) on our list, so you have several alternatives to choose from. And if you must move at the last minute, Camouflage Moving Service should be able to help.
Overall, the best moving company in San Antonio is Move Logistics. The company offers a huge range of services, billing itself as a "one-stop-shop" for anything you need while moving. Its large storage facility is a great place to store your belongings if you're downsizing or waiting for a home purchase to close.
Move Logistics' rates are high compared with most of the other companies on this list, but $225 per hour for three movers is reasonable for the service you'll get. The company has maintained near-perfect ratings across hundreds of reviews on Google, Yelp and Angi. Its A+ BBB certification also means you're dealing with a reputable company.
San Antonio Moving FAQs
What info should you have when requesting an estimate?
When you're calling around to different companies for ballpark estimates, most ask for the same or similar types of information. Always have the addresses and ZIP codes ready for both sides of your move. This helps the company determine travel fees.
Basic facts about your home size are also useful. Be ready to provide the number of bedrooms along with the square footage. This allows the company to estimate the size of the truck and moving team required and provide an idea of how long the move will take.
Finally, make a list of large furniture items, like beds and dressers, you plan to move. Some companies ask for this information during phone estimates to help provide a more accurate price. Also note any large, special items like pool tables, antiques and gun safes, as companies typically charge an extra fee to move them.
What should you know about packing and storage in San Antonio?
When packing and storing your belongings in San Antonio, protect them from exposure to heat and humidity. Keep your boxes in a dry, cool place before your move, and opt for climate-controlled storage where possible.
What's different about condo and apartment moving in San Antonio?
If your move involves a condo or apartment building, you may be required to reserve an elevator during the day and time of your move. Ask your building manager about this in advance of your moving day. Coordinate your reservation times with your moving company so you don't run into any snags.
Do you need moving permits or licenses to move in San Antonio?
As an individual, you do not need a license to move within San Antonio and its surrounding areas. However, your moving company must be licensed to operate under Texas Department of Motor Vehicles regulations.
You may also require a parking permit from the city of San Antonio if you need to use a city parking space for loading and unloading. Each space costs $30 per day. You can find more information at the San Antonio Public Works website. For more details, read our complete guide to moving licenses and permits in Texas.
How much should you tip movers in San Antonio?
Tipping is never required for moving companies, but it is a nice gesture if your movers go above and beyond. Typically, it's recommended to tip between 10% and 20% of the total moving cost. Some companies will allow you to add a tip to the final bill, but you can also split your tip between each person on your moving team individually. Check our guide to tipping your movers for more pointers.
