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Hiring moving companies in Jacksonville: Costs and Checks
The four moving companies we compare in Jacksonville average 4.8 out of 5 from 3,883 public reviews. Get at least two written quotes for the same scope, and check what each leaves out.
What pushes the price up
Two quotes for the same job can be far apart. Usually that is because one includes things the other leaves out, not because one company is much cheaper.
Ask every company to price the same written list, so you compare like with like.
A good quote lists all of these
- Exact scope, materials and brand names
- Permit fees and who pulls the permit
- Electrical work, clean-up and repairs around the job
- Warranty terms, in writing
- Payment stages tied to finished work
The four we compare, on paper
From our Jacksonville moving companies comparison. Each one is best for something different.
| Business | Rating | Reviews | Years | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Coast Express MoversJacksonville | 4.9 | 726 | – | Not published | Our quick choice |
| Stewart Moving & StorageJacksonville | 4.9 | 591 | – | Not published | Strong all-rounder |
| Helping Hands MoversJacksonville | 4.6 | 98 (2021) | – | Not published | Strong all-rounder |
| College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving JacksonvilleJacksonville | 4.8 | 2,468 | – | Not published | Most reviewed |
Ratings and reviews from public review sites, checked October 31, 2026.Spot a mistake?
Local facts: Duval
Public and government data that adds context to the quotes you’ll get.
- $293,700Median home value: Median value of owner-occupied homes (ACS table B25077).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 55.1%Homes built before 1990: 237,301 of 430,825 housing units were built in 1989 or earlier (ACS table B25034, year structure built).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 394,370Households in Jacksonville: Occupied housing units (one household per occupied home), ACS table B25003.Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- June 1 to November 30Atlantic hurricane season: An average season (1991–2020) has 14 named storms, 7 hurricanes and 3 major hurricanes.Public recordNOAA National Hurricane Center, Tropical Cyclone Climatology · 1991–2020 climate period
- 1987Median year homes were built: Half of all housing units were built before this year (ACS table B25035).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
- 57.6%Owner-occupied homes: 227,054 of 394,370 occupied homes are lived in by their owners (ACS table B25003).Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates · 2020–2024
Figures from public sources, checked October 31, 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Get two or three quotes for the same written scope
- Book outside the busiest season if the job can wait
- Ask about free estimates before anyone visits
- Paying a big deposit before work starts
Where these numbers come from
Ratings and review counts come from public review sites; local facts from the public sources cited above. No business paid to be mentioned.
Found something that looks off? Tell us. Read how we pick the four.
FAQ: costs in Jacksonville
How is the top 4 ranking of moving companies in Jacksonville calculated?
Each business gets a score from its rating, review volume, recent reviews, years in business, profile completeness and record checks. The highest scores make the list. We compared 11 moving companies for Jacksonville. Paid placements never change the order.
Which of these moving companies in Jacksonville has the best reviews?
1st Coast Express Movers has a 4.9 rating from 726 public reviews, the highest on this page.
Which of these moving companies has the most reviews?
College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving Jacksonville, with 2468 public reviews. A long review history shows how a business handles many jobs.
Are these moving companies licensed?
4 of the 4 businesses here had their state license checked against public records. Each profile shows the source and the date of the check.
How many quotes should I get for moving companies in Jacksonville?
Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request.
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Compare Jacksonville’s top moving companies side by side, then ask only the ones you pick for a quote.