Galindo Installation & Moving review 2026 (San Francisco, CA)
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Galindo Installation & Moving, a San Francisco, CA moving company, ranks #841 of 1153 movers in California, with a moveBuddha rating of 3.30/5.
67% of Galindo Installation & Moving's 9 verified customer reviews are positive. The most common complaint involves damage to items. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How Galindo Installation & Moving measures up
Galindo Installation & Moving ranks #841 out of 1153 movers in California with a moveBuddha Score of 3.30 out of 5.
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 3.30.
- Review quality
- 3.5
- Brand
- 3.0
- Website
- 3.0
- Customer service
- 3.0
- Industry experience
- 3.0
Is Galindo Installation & Moving moveBuddha Certified?
Galindo Installation & Moving is not moveBuddha Certified. Certified movers are licensed carriers vetted by moveBuddha and spot-checked every quarter. They meet higher standards for insurance, pricing transparency, and customer care.
With a Certified mover, moveBuddha does the vetting for you and provides added protection. Galindo Installation & Moving hasn't gone through that certification process, so it's important to check licensing, insurance, estimates, and claims policies yourself before booking.
What movebuddha certified movers offer
- Up to $1,000 in added move coverage*. Extra protection for eligible moves.
- Vetted for licensing and insurance**. We verify state-required insurance for local movers and liability and cargo coverage for interstate movers.
- Dedicated moveBuddha support. Help through the move process.
- Dispute mediation. moveBuddha steps in if issues arise.
Before you book, check:
- USDOT and MC numbers. Look up the license and complaint history on FMCSA's site.
- Insurance coverage. Ask for proof of liability and cargo insurance.
- A written estimate. Binding or not-to-exceed, with every fee listed.
- The claims process. Ask how damage claims are filed and how long they take.
* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind. About moveBuddha Certified
** Local movers must hold insurance that meets state requirements for local moves. Interstate movers must carry auto liability of at least $750,000, general liability of at least $1M, and motor truck cargo coverage at or above $5,000 per vehicle and $10,000 per occurrence.
What do customers say about Galindo Installation & Moving?
Out of 9 verified reviews, 67% of customers left a positive review about Galindo Installation & Moving in San Francisco, CA. 33.3% of reviews are negative. Galindo Installation & Moving has a 24% lower positive review percentage than the average California moving company (67% vs the California state average of 91%).
- Positive66.7%(6)
- Negative33.3%(3)
Based on 9 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
What positive reviewers say
“I’m an Office Manager and I’ve used Galindo Movers for several office moves and setups. Each time, they’ve been professional, kind, quick to help, and delivered great results. I wholeheartedly recommend this fantastic team.”
Eileen NicholesVerified ReviewerGoogle“Recomendado para adquirir sus servicios de mudanza e instalación de sus oficinas o su negocio…”
david corletoVerified ReviewerGoogle
Most common complaints about Galindo Installation & Moving
Damage to items
Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.
Unprofessional behavior
Complaints included movers using foul language, showing up late, or acting inappropriately.
What negative reviewers say
“One worker screamed at me, behaved violently, insulted me, and followed me while yelling over a regular public parking spot.”
Mariana VarelaVerified ReviewerGoogle“The movers shattered five TVs, took a $5,000 couch to the dump, and left us handling an insurance claim for broken and missing items over two months later.”
S ymousVerified ReviewerGoogle
Galindo Installation & Moving
3.30San Francisco, CA
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Galindo Installation & Moving
3.30
San Francisco, CA
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Is Galindo Installation & Moving licensed and insured?
moveBuddha holds no federal licensing record for Galindo Installation & Moving in San Francisco, CA. That is not the same as the company being unlicensed. Movers operating only within one state are licensed by that state rather than by the FMCSA.
Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Galindo Installation & Moving holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.
- FMCSA safety rating
- Not ratedMost carriers are unrated. A rating is only assigned after a compliance review. It is not a failed one.
How much does Galindo Installation & Moving cost?
Galindo Installation & Moving does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in California, you can expect to pay approximately $129/hr. Total local-move costs from similar movers typically run $400–$750 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $850–$1,750 for a 2-3 bedroom, and $1,700–$3,400 for a 4+ bedroom home.
What similar movers typically bill for a local move
Full-service California moving companies similar to Galindo Installation & Moving typically bill the amounts below using a $129/hr rate for a 2-person crew and scaling up for larger homes that need more movers and hours.
| Home size | Typical total | Time and crew |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | $400–$750 | 3–5 hours, 2 movers |
| 2-3 bedrooms | $850–$1,750 | 5–8 hours, 2–3 movers |
| 4+ bedrooms | $1,700–$3,400 | 8–12 hours, 3–4 movers |
How Galindo Installation & Moving compares with the top 10 San Francisco movers
Galindo Installation & Moving's moveBuddha score of 3.30 out of 5 places it #27, outside the top 10 movers in San Francisco, 1.08 points behind AMS Bekins, the tenth-placed mover. Galindo Installation & Moving's score rests on 9 reviews, fewer than any of the ten. Where Galindo Installation & Moving falls behind is quote accuracy, with the lowest quote accuracy score in the group.
The ten highest-scoring local movers near San Francisco, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pure Moving CompanySan Francisco | 4.56 | 2,911 | 5.0 | 4.9 | A+ |
| 2 | NorthStar Moving CompanyNorthridge | 4.52 | 787 | 4.6 | 4.4 | A+ |
| 3 | Gentle Giant Moving CompanySan Bruno | 4.50 | 134 | 5.0 | 4.7 | A+ |
| 4 | Dependable Movers, LLCSan Francisco | 4.48 | 2,554 | 4.9 | 4.7 | A+ |
| 5 | NorthStar Moving CompanySan Francisco | 4.44 | 1,870 | 4.9 | 4.6 | A+ |
| 6 | Good Green MovingSan Francisco | 4.44 | 353 | 4.7 | 4.5 | F |
| 7 | Zapt MoversHayward | 4.42 | 772 | 4.4 | 2.0 | A+ |
| 8 | SF Bay Area MovingSouth San Francisco | 4.42 | 445 | 5.0 | 4.6 | A+ |
| 9 | Luigy's Moving & StorageSan Francisco | 4.42 | 126 | 4.6 | 4.7 | A+ |
| 10 | AMS BekinsBrisbane | 4.38 | 633 | 4.8 | 3.2 | A+ |
| 27 | Galindo Installation & MovingThis mover · ranks #27 | 3.30 | 9 | — | — | — |
How does Galindo Installation & Moving compare to other California movers?
- moveBuddha score#841 of 1153(worse than average)
3.30vs 3.67 avg
Galindo Installation & Moving scores 3.30, below the California average of 3.67, and ranks #841 of 1153 California movers.
- Positive reviews#1023 of 1153(worse than average)
67%vs 91% avg
Galindo Installation & Moving has 67% positive reviews, below the California average of 91%, and ranks #1023 of 1153 California movers.
- Negative reviews#1033 of 1153(worse than average)
33%vs 8% avg
Galindo Installation & Moving has 33% negative reviews, above the California average of 8%, and ranks #1033 of 1153 California movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#948 of 1153(worse than average)
9vs 268 avg
Galindo Installation & Moving has 9 reviews analyzed, below the California average of 268, and ranks #948 of 1153 California movers.
| Metric | This moverGalindo Installation & Moving | California avg | California rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#841 of 1153 in California | 3.30 | 3.67 | #841 of 1153 | −0.37(worse than average) |
| Positive reviews#1023 of 1153 in California | 67% | 91% | #1023 of 1153 | −24 pts(worse than average) |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#1033 of 1153 in California | 33% | 8% | #1033 of 1153 | +25 pts(worse than average) |
| Reviews analyzed#948 of 1153 in California | 9 | 268 | #948 of 1153 | −259(worse than average) |
Compared with 1153 California movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in California.
Galindo Installation & Moving
3.30San Francisco, CA
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Save more than 30% on average
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See where Galindo Installation & Moving lands against similar movers.
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Galindo Installation & Moving
3.30
San Francisco, CA
Final verdict: Galindo Installation & Moving
Galindo Installation & Moving earns a 3.30/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #27 among San Francisco movers, with 67% positive feedback across 9 customer reviews.
The most common complaint is damage to items.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
Galindo Installation & Moving
3.30
San Francisco, CA
Why moveBuddha?
- 30%+Average savings
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Calculate your California moving cost - $1,000Added move coverage*
When you choose a moveBuddha Certified mover, you get $1,000 in added move coverage*, plus dedicated support throughout your move.
- 1-on-1Dispute mediation
If something goes wrong, moveBuddha provides dispute mediation with Certified movers to help resolve the issue and protect your move.
* Added move coverage is not replacement-value insurance, or insurance, or an indemnity of any kind.
Contact Galindo Installation & Moving
- Phone
- (415) 861-4230
- Website
- gims-sf.com
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How we score moving companies
Every mover on moveBuddha is scored on the same six factors, weighted by how much each one changes a move.
- Quotes & payment optionsWeighs most
The heaviest factor, because price certainty is where moves go wrong. We reward estimates you can hold a mover to, and terms disclosed before you pay.
- Online reputationMajor factor
An objective read from third parties rather than from the mover. The Google rating for the company's headquarters sets the band; Trustpilot, BBB, and independent review sites are read alongside it.
- ServicesMajor factor
The range a mover can actually cover, scored across seven categories, with extra credit for the uncommon ones most companies hand off to a subcontractor.
- Customer supportSupporting factor
How easily you can reach a human, and how clearly the mover sets expectations before, during, and after the move. Verified against company documentation and direct outreach.
- Review feedbackSupporting factor
A company's share of positive customer feedback, converted straight to points, with no curve and no editorial adjustment.
- State availabilityMinor factor
The lightest factor, and deliberately so: wide coverage helps more readers reach a mover, but it says nothing about how good the move will be.
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Written by
Ryan CarriganCo-founder, moveBuddha
Ryan Carrigan is the co-founder of moveBuddha and a leading voice in the moving industry, helping hundreds of thousands of Americans make smarter, safer relocation decisions each year. With more than a decade of experience analyzing moving companies, pricing trends, and industry regulations, Ryan brings hands-on industry knowledge and data-driven insight to every guide and review. His research has been featured in Forbes, Consumer Reports, The New York Times, and NBC News.