Meathead Movers review 2026 (Clovis, CA)
In business since 2003 · Updated
Meathead Movers, a Clovis, CA moving company, ranks #133 of 1154 movers in California, with a moveBuddha rating of 4.42/5.
92% of Meathead Movers' 1,499 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its friendly and approachable staff, while the most common complaint involves damage to items.
In business since 2003, Meathead Movers holds active FMCSA registration (USDOT #921143) and operates 53 trucks. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How Meathead Movers measures up
Across 1,499 reviews, Meathead Movers in Clovis, CA is rated 4.8/5 on Google (671 reviews) and 3.8/5 on Yelp (238 reviews), and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
Meathead Movers ranks #133 out of 1154 movers in California with a moveBuddha Score of 4.42 out of 5.
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 4.42.
- Brand
- 5.0
- Website
- 5.0
- Customer service
- 5.0
- Industry experience
- 5.0
- Review quality
- 4.5
Google rating
Based on 671 reviews
Yelp rating
Based on 238 reviews
Better Business Bureau
Based on BBB profile
Is Meathead Movers moveBuddha Certified?
Meathead Movers 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. Meathead Movers 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 Meathead Movers?
Out of 1,499 verified reviews, 92% of customers left a positive review about Meathead Movers in Clovis, CA. 6.8% of reviews are negative and 1.1% are neutral. Meathead Movers has a 1% higher positive review percentage than the average California moving company (92% vs the California state average of 91%).
- Positive92.1%(1,381)
- Neutral1.1%(16)
- Negative6.8%(102)
Based on 1,499 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
What customers like about Meathead Movers
Friendly and approachable staff
Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at Meathead Movers.
Quick moving process
The team at Meathead Movers often gets the job done faster than expected, saving clients time.
Respectful of property
Customers appreciated how carefully Meathead Movers's team maneuvered furniture through tight spaces without damaging walls or floors.
Professional and polite staff
Customers say the Meathead Movers's crews and service representatives handled their move professionally and were friendly and helpful throughout the move.
Careful handling
Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to Meathead Movers's attention to detail.
What positive reviewers say
“The team of 4 showed up on time and moved all of our items with speed and respect. Nothing broken and no time wasted.”
Steven GutierrezVerified ReviewerGoogle“Professional, polite, clean cut movers! They were very careful with everything and had a great attitude.”
Maribel SorensenVerified ReviewerGoogle“Sam and the team were fantastic! They were quick, safe and careful on our in-state move.”
Spenser OlsenVerified ReviewerGoogle“Of all the services used, we would rank Meathead Movers the best. They work well as a team and efficiently. Most impressive thing was the care they took with everything.”
mary valkVerified ReviewerGoogle
What mixed reviewers say
“They have been very careful with my stuff during moves and put everything back together great. But a new quote was much higher, and the representative sounded annoyed when I asked about it.”
Amy GonzalesVerified ReviewerGoogle“The movers can be very rough with your furniture because they’re in such a hurry. They broke or scratched several pieces and badly dented our refrigerator.”
Michael MacChesney (michaelmacofficial)Verified ReviewerGoogle“Super fast, expensive. Fantastic, efficient, expensive.”
Teresa OrrVerified ReviewerGoogle“This would have been 5 stars except the estimator sent a 26-foot truck that was too small, so everything did not fit. The crews were excellent.”
YelpVerified Reviewer
Most common complaints about Meathead Movers
Damage to items
Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.
Higher-than-expected costs
Final bills were occasionally much higher than initial estimates, upsetting customers.
Inaccurate estimates
Estimates from Meathead Movers were sometimes way off from what customers were ultimately billed.
What negative reviewers say
“Most boxes were not packed full, which resulted in an expensive change order for more boxes. Loading took 7 hours and unloading took 6.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “They damaged walls and our refrigerator no longer works after they dropped it. We were also missing a very important sentimental box.”
YelpVerified Reviewer “I was given a quote of $478 for 3 hours. The job ended up taking 6 hours and cost $948—double the estimate.”
GoogleVerified Reviewer “The initial estimated cost was $1,300 to $1,600, but the final bill was $2,700 after the move took nine hours.”
Karen Fong WuVerified ReviewerGoogle
Meathead Movers
4.42Clovis, CASince 2003
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Meathead Movers
4.42
Clovis, CA · Since 2003
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What services does Meathead Movers offer?
Meathead Movers takes on senior moves and commercial moves, alongside packing and unpacking.
Services offered
Is Meathead Movers licensed and insured?
Federally licensed, operating authority active
US DOT 921143 Check on SAFER
Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha
Yes, Meathead Movers is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 921143, as MEATHEAD MOVERS INC, and its operating status is currently active. It also holds a California intrastate license, number CAL T-189849.
Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Meathead Movers holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.
- State license number
- CAL T-189849Issued by California. Covers moves within the state, which the FMCSA does not
- Registered legal name
- MEATHEAD MOVERS INCThe entity behind the trading name, as filed with the FMCSA
- FMCSA safety rating
- Not ratedMost carriers are unrated. A rating is only assigned after a compliance review. It is not a failed one.
- Trucks registered
- 53Power units reported to the FMCSA
- Miles driven
- 1,215,716Reported to the FMCSA for 2025
- Roadside inspections
- 0Recorded by the FMCSA
- FMCSA record last updated
- April 2026
How much does Meathead Movers cost?
Meathead Movers 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. Long-distance (500-1,000 mi) 2-3 bedroom moves from similar movers typically run $4,500–$7,500.
What similar movers typically bill for a local move
Full-service California moving companies similar to Meathead Movers 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 |
What similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move
Meathead Movers is licensed for interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service California moving companies.
| Home size | Distance | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| 2-3 bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $4,500–$7,500 |
| 4+ bedrooms | 500–1,000 mi | $7,000–$11,500 |
What payment options and discounts does Meathead Movers offer?
- Accepts
- No credit cards
- Deposit
- Not listed, so ask
Meathead Movers does not list any accepted payment methods on moveBuddha. Confirm how they take payment before moving day. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.
How Meathead Movers compares with other local movers
With a moveBuddha score of 4.42 out of 5, Meathead Movers places third when ranked against the four top-rated movers in the Clovis area, 0.06 points behind Master Movers and level on score with College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving but with more reviews. Meathead Movers's 1,499 reviews are the most of any mover in that group. Meathead Movers has the highest customer service score in the group, but the lowest quote accuracy score.
The four highest-scoring nearby movers, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Courtesy Moving and StorageFresno | 4.50 | 99 | 4.4 | 3.6 | A+ |
| 2 | Master MoversFresno | 4.48 | 43 | 4.5 | 4.2 | — |
| 3 | Meathead MoversThis mover · ranks #3 | 4.42 | 1,499 | 4.8 | 3.8 | A+ |
| 4 | College Hunks Hauling Junk & MovingFresno | 4.42 | 742 | 4.8 | 4.2 | A+ |
| 5 | Economy MoversFresno | 4.42 | 446 | 4.7 | 4.3 | A+ |
How does Meathead Movers compare to other California movers?
- moveBuddha score#133 of 1154(better than average)
4.42vs 3.68 avg
Meathead Movers scores 4.42, above the California average of 3.68, and ranks #133 of 1154 California movers.
- Positive reviews#677 of 1154(better than average)
92%vs 91% avg
Meathead Movers has 92% positive reviews, above the California average of 91%, and ranks #677 of 1154 California movers.
- Negative reviews#679 of 1154(better than average)
7%vs 8% avg
Meathead Movers has 7% negative reviews, below the California average of 8%, and ranks #679 of 1154 California movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#26 of 1154(better than average)
1,499vs 268 avg
Meathead Movers has 1,499 reviews analyzed, above the California average of 268, and ranks #26 of 1154 California movers.
- Yelp rating#269 of 1154(worse than average)
3.8vs 4.3 avg
Meathead Movers has a Yelp rating of 3.8, below the California average of 4.3, and ranks #269 of 1154 California movers.
- Years in business#123 of 1154(level with average)
23 yearsvs 23 years avg
Meathead Movers has been in business for 23 years, in line with the California average of 23 years, and ranks #123 of 1154 California movers.
| Metric | This moverMeathead Movers | California avg | California rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#133 of 1154 in California | 4.42 | 3.68 | #133 of 1154 | +0.74(better than average) |
| Positive reviews#677 of 1154 in California | 92% | 91% | #677 of 1154 | +1 pts(better than average) |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#679 of 1154 in California | 7% | 8% | #679 of 1154 | −1 pts(better than average) |
| Reviews analyzed#26 of 1154 in California | 1,499 | 268 | #26 of 1154 | +1,231(better than average) |
| Yelp rating#269 of 1154 in California | 3.8 | 4.3 | #269 of 1154 | −0.5(worse than average) |
| Years in business#123 of 1154 in California | 23 years | 23 years | #123 of 1154 | ±0 |
Compared with 1154 California movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in California.
Meathead Movers
4.42Clovis, CASince 2003
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
Save more than 30% on average
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See where Meathead Movers lands against similar movers.
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Meathead Movers
4.42
Clovis, CA · Since 2003
Final verdict: Meathead Movers
Meathead Movers earns a 4.42/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #133 among California movers, with 92% positive feedback across 1,499 customer reviews.
Customers consistently praise its friendly and approachable staff and quick moving process. It is best for customers prioritizing crew professionalism, careful handling of belongings, and reliable service experience.
It operates 53 trucks and has a track record dating to 2003. 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.
Meathead Movers
4.42
Clovis, CA · Since 2003
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Contact Meathead Movers
- Phone
- (559) 532-0043
- Website
- meatheadmovers.com
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