BEFORE YOU BOOK THE MOVERS

Is your moving quote fair? Check it before you book.

Moving estimates swing widely between companies for the same move, and the cheapest one is not always the one you end up paying. Check the price and the paperwork before you put down a deposit.

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Know which kind of estimate you have

Binding estimate

The price is fixed for the items and services listed. If you add items or services, the mover can charge for those, so check the inventory on the estimate matches what you are moving.

Non-binding estimate

The final bill is based on actual weight and services. For an interstate move, federal rules say the mover cannot require you to pay more than 110% of a non-binding estimate at delivery; any balance is billed later. A low non-binding number is where most moving bill surprises start.

Red flags on a moving estimate

An estimate given over the phone or by email with no in-home or video survey of your belongings.
A large deposit demanded before the move, or cash only.
No USDOT number on an interstate estimate, or a company name that does not match the registration.
A price far below every other estimate you got for the same move.
Vague line items: "fuel", "stairs", "long carry" or "packing materials" with no quantities or rates.

For moves across state lines, look the mover up by USDOT number with FMCSA and read its Protect Your Move guide: fmcsa.dot.gov/protect-your-move. Moves within one state are usually regulated by the state, so check your state's transportation or consumer protection office.

Check the price

Upload a photo or PDF of the moving estimate and QuoteScore scores it 0 to 100 against real quotes and pricing benchmarks, line by line. It is free, needs no account, and takes about 30 seconds.

Moving: 45% of 55 quotes we have scored came in overpriced.

Live figure from our public dataset: every moving estimate scored so far, local and long distance together.

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QuoteScore is a pricing check, not a moving company, a broker or legal advice. Your written estimate and order for service decide what you owe.