Walsh Moving & Storage started its moving and storage operations in 1964 in Torrence and expanded to Long Beach in 1998. The family-owned business expertly carries out local, statewide, and nationwide relocations for residential and commercial properties. With an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, it simplifies the moving process and keeps the costs low without compromising performance. To ensure efficient and stress-free relocations, its team of professionals works hard to develop a safe and detailed moving plan. Its flexible options also allow you to choose the kind of service you need, when and how you want it delivered.
Walsh Moving & Storage
Very Good
based on 159+ data points 
The Great Guys Moving Rating Index (GGMRI) is an impartial score of the best movers in a city.About Walsh Moving & Storage
Additional Cities Served: Norwalk, Newport Beach, Lakewood, Seal Beach, Cudahy, ArtesiaShow More >
Moving Services
- Local moving (under 50 miles)
- Longdistance moving
- Commercial moving
- Professional packing
- Shortterm storage (at our Torrance location)
- Residential moving
- Office reorganization
- Business relocation
- Temporary storage
- Furniture moving
California Moving License
Active
Last Checked: 12/10/24USDOT 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.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 Walsh 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
8.63/10
Nationwide Average: 8.44/10
Walsh Moving & Storage is highly praised for their exceptional service, with numerous customers expressing great satisfaction and recommending their efficient, professional, and reliable moving services.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“great job overall”
“These guys were great”
“very happy with their service”
2. Punctuality
7.84/10
Nationwide Average: 8.07/10
Walsh Moving & Storage generally receives high praise for being on time, though there have been some isolated instances of scheduling issues and late arrivals.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“delivered my items on time”
“arrival on moving day on time”
“Gave me advance notice before their arrival”
3. Affordability
8.86/10
Nationwide Average: 7.69/10
Walsh Moving & Storage consistently beats estimates with reasonable, fair, and affordable charges, offering great value for the services provided.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“beat the estimate by $200”
“charges were very reasonable”
“charges were very reasonable”
4. Communication
7/10
Nationwide Average: 7.53/10
Walsh Moving & Storage is generally praised for their professionalism and constant updates, though they face some criticism for scheduling issues and poor attitude from specific staff members.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Joe called to confirm arrival time”
“Tom was on top of my move and provided date of delivery”
“Tom kept on top of the move with updates”
5. Stick to Prices
8.37/10
Nationwide Average: 5.99/10
Walsh Moving & Storage consistently meets or exceeds their initial estimates, delivering on promises without any price changes, and even correcting pricing errors promptly.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“beat the estimate by $200”
“delivered on everything they promised”
“quote was exact amount due”
6. Speed
9.06/10
Nationwide Average: 8.58/10
Walsh Moving & Storage consistently delivered quick, efficient service, often completing moves ahead of schedule and working tirelessly even under challenging conditions.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“moved the whole house-full in 6 hours”
“tirelessly worked through the hot summer day”
“worked efficiently”
7. Friendliness
8.87/10
Nationwide Average: 8.91/10
Walsh Moving & Storage consistently receives praise for their professional, courteous, and exceptionally friendly staff, with only a singular mention of rudeness.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Gino and Lewis were professional”
“were professional and courteous”
“were polite and hard-working”
8. Will Hire Again
8.56/10
Nationwide Average: 8.18/10
Walsh Moving & Storage receives glowing endorsements for its services, with the vast majority of customers expressing high satisfaction and a strong inclination to both reuse and recommend their services.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“recommend them highly”
“Will be referring them to anyone who needs a move”
“couldn't be happier with their service”
9. Professionalism
8.85/10
Nationwide Average: 8.31/10
Walsh Moving & Storage consistently receives praise for their polished, courteous, and hard-working staff, despite a single report of unprofessional behavior.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Gino and Lewis were professional”
“Roy James and Charlie were professional”
“everyone was very professional”
10. Conflict Handling
6.26/10
Nationwide Average: 4.07/10
Walsh Moving & Storage generally displays a strong commitment to resolving issues, evidenced by immediate corrections to pricing, efforts to make things right, and going above to assist with installations, despite occasional lapses in providing apologies for inconveniences.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Tom corrected a pricing issue immediately”
“does everything reasonable to make things right”
“no apology for inconveniences, just "it happens"”
11. Precision & Care
8.32/10
Nationwide Average: 8.01/10
Walsh Moving & Storage is consistently praised for their careful and thorough handling of belongings, with customers frequently noting their respect for furniture, cautious loading and unloading practices, and overall great care, though there is a singular mention of a staff's poor attitude.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“careful with items”
“carefully loaded/unloaded our belongings”
“were careful and thorough”
Great Crew Members
| Gino, Lewis | Gino and Lewis were professional, efficient, and careful |
| Roy James, Charlie | Roy James and Charlie were professional and courteous |
| Manny, James, Charles | Manny, James, Charles packed up my home professionally |
| Joe | worked diligently on moving us out |
| Tom | Tom arranged everything and ensured successful load and delivery |
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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