Rational Moving is a locally owned, professionally operated moving company located in Scotts Valley. From residential to commercial moves and anything in between, Rational has the experience and expertise to take care of your relocation. It can move apartments and single-family homes as well as offices, businesses, and public facilities. This mover can go anywhere in California and provide help with all your moving needs, especially for those seeking movers in Santa Cruz, CA. Its movers are trained for all types of furniture, including high-end furnishings that require expert packing and unpacking. Established in 1977, Rational Moving also specializes in home staging and delivery services for furniture companies. It is known for having a solid work ethic, getting the job done right, and going above and beyond to make sure customers are satisfied every step of the way.
Rational Moving
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Additional Cities Served: Santa Cruz, Watsonville, Los Gatos, Monterey, Marina, Scotts ValleyShow More >
California Moving License
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Last Checked: 12/06/24If 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 Rational 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
Nationwide Average: 8.44/10
Rational Moving is highly praised for its fast, efficient, and professional moving services, with numerous clients recommending them despite a few reports of negative experiences.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“quick and efficient service”
“great work by movers”
“Rick and Roman were professional”
2. Punctuality
Nationwide Average: 8.07/10
Rational Moving demonstrates a high commitment to being on time, with nearly all reviews praising their timely arrivals and one noting proactive communication in a slight delay.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“showed up on time”
“repeatedly tried to reschedule, not punctual”
“the team was on-time”
3. Affordability
Nationwide Average: 7.69/10
Rational Moving is praised for offering reasonable, fair, and competitive pricing, frequently coming in under estimated costs, and being less expensive compared to other services.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“The cost was reasonable”
“came in well under the estimated cost”
“a good price for the move”
4. Communication
Nationwide Average: 7.53/10
Rational Moving overwhelmingly receives praise for being responsive, organized, and effective in their communication, with only a few isolated instances of communication issues noted.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Were always available”
“very organized, methodical, communicated well”
“defensive and uncommunicative about mistakes”
5. Stick to Prices
Nationwide Average: 5.99/10
Rational Moving generally excels, with many customers praising their accuracy and honesty, despite a few reports of significant deviations from initial quotes.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“were upfront about costs”
“came in well under the estimated cost”
“Charged as quoted”
6. Speed
Nationwide Average: 8.58/10
Rational Moving consistently provides prompt and efficient service, overwhelmingly characterized by quick, hardworking, and highly efficient teams, despite a few reports of slower-than-expected moves.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“quick and efficient”
“Rational Movers were fast”
“efficient teamwork, move was smooth”
7. Friendliness
Nationwide Average: 8.91/10
Rational Moving overwhelmingly receives praise for their polite, courteous, and genuinely pleasant interactions, with only a couple of notes of dissatisfaction amidst a sea of positive feedback.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“pleasant to work with”
“they are friendly”
“Movers were polite”
8. Will Hire Again
Nationwide Average: 8.18/10
Rational Moving is overwhelmingly appreciated by most customers for their moving services, with a vast majority expressing strong intentions to use their services again or recommend them to others, despite a few dissensions regarding their experience.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“would hire them again”
“recommend this company and would hire again”
“Very glad I went with this firm”
9. Professionalism
Nationwide Average: 8.31/10
Rational Moving is overwhelmingly praised for its professional, efficient, and careful approach, although there are a few isolated complaints regarding unprofessional behavior.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Owners present and professional”
“excelent execution, methodical approach”
“unprofessional in conduct and preparation”
10. Conflict Handling
Nationwide Average: 4.07/10
Rational Moving shows a somewhat polarized performance, with several customers praising their immediate and caring response to issues while others criticize their lack of responsibility and refusal to provide insurance information.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“took no action to remedy their mistake”
“go the extra mile to meet all needs”
“owner did not take responsibility”
11. Precision & Care
Nationwide Average: 8.01/10
Rational Moving is overwhelmingly praised for their careful and conscientious approach, though a few customers reported incidents of damage and disrespect for property.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“they were careful with our stuff”
“no packing materials, likely damaged items”
“worked efficiently and carefully”
Great Crew Members
| Rick, Roman | Gave personalized service and accommodated schedule |
| Roman,Patrick | came up with a clever solution and carried on |
| Roman, Ethan | Roman and Ethan managed a big, awkward secretary-desk with ease |
| Rick, Roman | Responsive, on time, and careful with items |
| Rick | had the answers to all my questions |
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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