Smart People Moving is a moving company based in San Francisco, CA. With over five years of experience, this locally-owned business specializes in both commercial and residential relocations. Their team of professional movers is well-trained in handling various moving tasks, including piano, furniture, and appliance moving. Smart People Moving prides itself on providing reliable, high-quality service at competitive rates. They offer packing and unpacking services, assembly and disassembly, and full value insurance. The company emphasizes quality and customer relationships, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free experience for its clients.
Smart People Moving
Superb
based on 1734+ data points 
The Great Guys Moving Rating Index (GGMRI) is an impartial score of the best movers in a city.About Smart People Moving
Additional Cities Served: Santa Rosa, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Concord, Berkeley, RichmondShow More >
Moving Services
- Cheap moving services
- Local moving services
- Long-distance moving services
- Cross-country moving services
- Small moving services
- Piano moving services
- Appliance moving services
- Furniture moving services
- Packing services
- Storage services
California Moving License
Denied
Last Checked: 12/06/24USDOT 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.Not Authorized
for Interstate Moves
Last Checked: 01/09/25*Note: this license information has not been manually verified. Please confirm all license information at https://safer.fmcsa.dot.gov/CompanySnapshot.aspx
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Summarized Review of Smart People Moving
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
9.5/10
Nationwide Average: 8.44/10
Smart People Moving receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for their reliable, efficient, and professional moving services, though a few experiences highlight concerns about professionalism and review practices.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“reliable and worked hard all day”
“Eugene and his crew provided excellent service”
“careful and very fast”
2. Punctuality
9.47/10
Nationwide Average: 8.07/10
Smart People Moving consistently earns praise for arriving on time or early, with only a few isolated complaints about delays or late arrivals.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“showed up on time”
“they were on time”
“They were on time”
3. Affordability
9.13/10
Nationwide Average: 7.69/10
Smart People Moving is overwhelmingly considered to provide great value, with many customers highlighting their reasonable, competitive, and often unbeatable pricing, despite a few criticisms regarding unexpected costs.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“helped out with my budget”
“price of movers is definitely worth it”
“cost was in line with other companies”
4. Communication
9.26/10
Nationwide Average: 7.53/10
Smart People Moving generally excels, with the vast majority of customers praising the company for its responsiveness, thoroughness, and proactive communication, despite a few instances of dissatisfaction related to listening to requests and effective communication.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“very accommodating and helpful”
“had amazing communication”
“were so quick, strong, and communicative”
5. Stick to Prices
8.89/10
Nationwide Average: 5.99/10
Smart People Moving overwhelmingly demonstrates a commitment to honoring their original quotes, with nearly all customers reporting no undesired price changes and expressing satisfaction with the pricing transparency and adherence to estimates.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Everything was included in the rate”
“felt scammed by the company”
“never gave agreed-upon discount”
6. Speed
9.49/10
Nationwide Average: 8.58/10
Smart People Moving consistently demonstrates incredibly fast and efficient service, with overwhelmingly positive feedback praising their quick and strategic handling of moves, despite a few isolated complaints of slow service.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“they were quick with the move”
“very fast”
“worked hard for 5 hours straight with barely any break”
7. Friendliness
9.48/10
Nationwide Average: 8.91/10
Smart People Moving overwhelmingly receives high praise for their helpful, professional, and friendly attitude, with nearly all reviews highlighting the exceptional courtesy and positivity of their staff.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“helpful”
“Eugene and his crew were very friendly”
“They were friendly”
8. Will Hire Again
9.43/10
Nationwide Average: 8.18/10
Smart People Moving overwhelmingly receives positive feedback, with the vast majority of customers expressing high satisfaction and a strong inclination to use their services again or recommend them to others.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“would work with them again and will be recommending them”
“made our move effortless”
“I'd use them again”
9. Professionalism
9.2/10
Nationwide Average: 8.31/10
Smart People Moving overwhelmingly receives praise for their professional conduct, with the vast majority of comments highlighting their efficiency, courtesy, and high level of skill, despite a few instances of dissatisfaction regarding unprofessional behavior and mismanagement.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“had professional attitudes all around”
“very professional way”
“Crew was very professional”
10. Conflict Handling
6.11/10
Nationwide Average: 4.07/10
Smart People Moving displays a mixed but generally positive approach, with multiple instances of proactive problem resolution and personal commitment, despite a few significant customer service lapses.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“not getting any help from the company”
“committed to no charge if unable to move the item”
“owner yelled instead of apologizing”
11. Precision & Care
9.36/10
Nationwide Average: 8.01/10
Smart People Moving generally receives praise for their meticulousness and attention in handling clients' possessions, demonstrating a consistent high level of care and protection despite a few isolated incidents of dissatisfaction.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“they were gentle with our things”
“they were careful”
“Took great care of our items”
Customer Insights
Cost: $ 1562.00 from 5 historical data points
Local Move Duration: 3.75 hours from 30 reviews
Interstate Move Duration: 2 days from 17 reviews
Great Crew Members
| Eugene | Eugene and crew praised for friendliness and care |
| Eugene, Valentin | went above and beyond to help |
| Nick | Nick and his crew were attentive and helpful |
| Nick | Nick and his team did more than expected and cleaned up |
| Nick | Nick deserved praise for excellent job |
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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