Southern Cal Moving & Storage is a family-owned moving company based in Corona, California, offering over 15 years of experience in the industry. If you are looking for a range of services such as residential and commercial moving, packing, storage, and sale of boxes and moving supplies in Riverside, CA, they have you covered. Their service area includes local moves, long-distance moves, commercial moves, international moves, and corporate relocations. The company is known for their stress-free moving services and commitment to customer satisfaction, with accolades and awards lining their office corridors for years of dedicated service.
Southern Cal Moving & Storage
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The Great Guys Moving Rating Index (GGMRI) is an impartial score of the best movers in a city.About Southern Cal Moving & Storage
Additional Cities Served: Moreno Valley, Corona, Murrieta, Jurupa Valley, Menifee, HemetShow More >
Moving Services
- Local moves
- Long distance moves
- Commercial moves
- International moves
- Corporate relocations
- Storage options for short and longterm
- Packing and crating your items
- Providing moving supplies for sale
- Auto transport
- Piano, Art or Antiques transport
USDOT Interstate LicenseIf you’re moving across state lines, you likely need to hire a moving company with a VALID USDOT license. This licensing information comes from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and applies to a moving company's ability to perform a long distance INTERstate move (for example: from California to Texas). If your move crosses state lines within the same commercial zone, or metropolitan area (for example: DC to Alexandria, VA), it is generally not considered an interstate move and a moving company may not need an "Active" license from FMCSA to perform this type of move. INTRAstate moves (within the same state or city) are regulated by state and local jurisdictions and licensing requirements vary according to locale.
If you’re moving across state lines, you likely need to hire a moving company with a VALID USDOT license. This licensing information comes from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and applies to a moving company's ability to perform a long distance INTERstate move (for example: from California to Texas). If your move crosses state lines within the same commercial zone, or metropolitan area (for example: DC to Alexandria, VA), it is generally not considered an interstate move and a moving company may not need an "Active" license from FMCSA to perform this type of move. INTRAstate moves (within the same state or city) are regulated by state and local jurisdictions and licensing requirements vary according to locale.Authorized
for Interstate Moves
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Summarized Review of Southern Cal Moving & Storage
We've analyzed the customer reviews to provide a summarized snapshot. Imagine the challenge of sifting through and reading every single review a moving company has ever received. Could you spot the fake reviews? Could you formulate a well-rounded analyses, or would you be left relying on a gut feeling?
Our rigorous evaluation process addresses this by meticulously vetting each moving company based on 11 crucial aspects of the moving experience:
1. Quality
4.47/10
Nationwide Average: 8.44/10
Southern Cal Moving & Storage has received predominantly negative feedback with numerous complaints about service issues, though a few reviewers have expressed satisfaction with their moving experiences.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“worst experience ever”
“worst moving experience ever”
“gave me the worst deal on the market”
2. Punctuality
4.7/10
Nationwide Average: 8.07/10
Southern Cal Moving & Storage generally struggles to meet expected timelines, with numerous instances of late arrivals and longer than promised completion times, despite a few reports of on-time service.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Didn't show up till 9pm”
“The driver Michael was on time”
“showed up as promised”
3. Affordability
4.94/10
Nationwide Average: 7.69/10
Southern Cal Moving & Storage receives mixed reviews but is mostly criticized for being expensive for the provided service quality, underestimating costs, and being perceived as overpriced despite a few customers finding their pricing more than fair.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“lulled me into giving me the best deal”
“Fair prices”
“expensive for the quality of service provided”
4. Communication
4.08/10
Nationwide Average: 7.53/10
Southern Cal Moving & Storage overwhelmingly faces criticism for poor responsiveness, unreturned calls, and generally negative interactions, barring a few exceptions where customers reported satisfactory communication.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“unprofessional behavior during move”
“pretty nice people especially in the office”
“customer reps are very scummy”
5. Stick to Prices
3.23/10
Nationwide Average: 5.99/10
Southern Cal Moving & Storage generally struggles, with several customers reporting arbitrary charges, double charging, and other issues related to pricing reliability, though a few acknowledge fair final pricing or accurate estimates.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“add arbitrary charges on every step”
“double charged for 4 months”
“insurance compensation offered was inadequate”
6. Speed
4.3/10
Nationwide Average: 8.58/10
Southern Cal Moving & Storage generally receives criticism for their slow pace and significant delays, though there are a few exceptions of customers experiencing fast and efficient service.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Move took from 9pm till 4 am”
“had to load the truck ourselves to meet time”
“late at night it took almost 8 hours to unload”
7. Friendliness
6.36/10
Nationwide Average: 8.91/10
Southern Cal Moving & Storage receives mixed reviews, with significant complaints about disrespect and rudeness from some staff, countered by high praise for the courteous and pleasant demeanor of other team members.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“unfriendly, yelling and bickering”
“pretty nice people especially in the office”
“Implied negative interaction”
8. Will Hire Again
4.29/10
Nationwide Average: 8.18/10
Southern Cal Moving & Storage overwhelmingly receives negative feedback, with most customers expressing a strong reluctance or outright refusal to use their services again due to various grievances.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“would not hire again”
“would never hire this company again”
“would not hire again due to scummy practices”
9. Professionalism
3.48/10
Nationwide Average: 8.31/10
Southern Cal Moving & Storage is overwhelmingly criticized for its unprofessional behavior, with a few exceptional praises for certain crew members' excellent work.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“unprofessional behavior, yelling and bickering”
“left with the job incomplete to go to the gym”
“actual movers are terrible”
10. Conflict Handling
1.49/10
Nationwide Average: 4.07/10
Southern Cal Moving & Storage overwhelmingly demonstrates a lack of responsiveness and compensation for damages, with limited exceptions indicating some attempt at resolution.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“no effort to correct the numerous issues”
“No willingness to address the claim for damage”
“Would not pay for the damage.”
11. Precision & Care
3.23/10
Nationwide Average: 8.01/10
Southern Cal Moving & Storage consistently receives complaints about broken, damaged, and poorly treated belongings, indicating a significant issue with their moving and packing services.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“furniture parts missing, huge scratch on wall”
“Items and furniture were broken and damaged”
“all of my things arrived safely”
Customer Insights
Local Move Duration: 6.5 hours from 4 reviews
Interstate Move Duration: 6 days from 4 reviews
Great Crew Members
| Tom, Jeanine, Michael | Worked well under short notice and on-time delivery |
| Rocky, Steven | did a great job during the move |
| Ed | Ed handles valuables well and reduces moving stress |
| Ed | Ed ensured everything went smoothly |
| Ed Batto | Ed gave great moving advice |
How do we review a moving company?
Imagine the challenge of sifting through and reading every single review a moving company has ever received. Could you spot the fake reviews? Could you formulate a well-rounded analyses, or would you be left relying on a gut feeling?
Our rigorous evaluation process addresses this by meticulously vetting each moving company based on 11 crucial aspects of the moving experience:
- 1. Quality
Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.
- 2. Punctuality
Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?
- 3. Affordability
1 = extremely expensive, 10 = extremely affordable
- 4. Communication
Was the office staff quick to respond to questions prior to moving day? Did the moving crew notify you on the day of move regarding any changes to the original schedule? If there were any issues to resolve after moving day, was an office manager quick to respond and address problems encountered?
- 5. Stick to Prices
Was a lowball quote provided to earn business only to see the final moving day price increase substantially?
- 6. Speed
Did the movers seem to take their precious time in an attempt to increase the overall cost of the move? Remember, moving is HARD work and some breaks should be expected!
- 7. Friendliness
Was the moving crew cordial and friendly to be around on moving day?
- 8. Will Hire Again
How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again for their next move.
- 9. Professionalism
Did the moving crew behave in a professional manner on moving day?
- 10. Conflict Handling
Accidents can and will likely happen at some point on moving day. How a moving company responds to these accidents can say a lot about the company.
- 11. Precision & Care
Were walls scratched? Did furniture get scuffed, broken, or lost?
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22310 Van Buren Boulevard, March Air Reserve Base, CA, 92518
(951) 520-8800
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