Total Quality Movers review 2026 (Peoria, IL)
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Total Quality Movers, a Peoria, IL moving company, ranks #111 of 313 movers in Illinois, with a moveBuddha rating of 3.72/5.
89% of Total Quality Movers' 53 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its friendly and approachable staff, while the most common complaint involves higher-than-expected costs. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How Total Quality Movers measures up
Across 53 reviews, Total Quality Movers in Peoria, IL is rated 5/5 on Google (43 reviews) and 2.5/5 on Yelp (12 reviews).
Total Quality Movers ranks #111 out of 313 movers in Illinois with a moveBuddha Score of 3.72 out of 5.
What goes into our score
Each category is scored out of 5. The line shows the overall score of 3.72.
- Industry experience
- 4.1
- Website
- 4.0
- Review quality
- 3.8
- Brand
- 3.5
- Customer service
- 3.3
Google rating
Based on 43 reviews
Yelp rating
Based on 12 reviews
Is Total Quality Movers moveBuddha Certified?
Total Quality 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. Total Quality 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 Total Quality Movers?
Out of 53 verified reviews, 89% of customers left a positive review about Total Quality Movers in Peoria, IL. 11.3% of reviews are negative. Total Quality Movers matches the average Illinois moving company's positive review percentage (89% vs the Illinois state average of 89%).
- Positive88.7%(47)
- Negative11.3%(6)
Based on 53 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
What customers like about Total Quality Movers
Friendly and approachable staff
Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at Total Quality Movers.
Professional and polite staff
Customers say the Total Quality Movers's crews and service representatives handled their move professionally and were friendly and helpful throughout the move.
Helpful movers
Movers were more than just muscle—they offered guidance and went above and beyond to assist customers.
Efficient service
Many customers praise Total Quality Movers for completing moves smoothly and with minimal downtime.
What positive reviewers say
“The team was professional, efficient, and handled my belongings with care. They communicated well throughout the process, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience. Everything arrived on time and in great condition.”
ezra abedVerified ReviewerGoogle“Very polite, nice employees. They are always helpful and I've witnessed them being very patient with people who come in unprepared/uninformed on how to prepare/mail their packages.”
Ronalee C.Verified ReviewerYelp“Josh, Gabe, and Lexa were so helpful, pleasant and knowledgeable.”
Larry J.Verified ReviewerYelp“Arrived On Time , And Handled My Equipment With Care Definitely Recommend…”
Joshua J DinguisVerified ReviewerGoogle
Most common complaints about Total Quality Movers
Higher-than-expected costs
Final bills were occasionally much higher than initial estimates, upsetting customers.
Misplaced or lost items
In some cases, belongings went missing or were delivered to the wrong location.
Insurance issues
There were frustrations around slow claims processing or denied damage claims.
What negative reviewers say
“When I looked up the price on my end after pay $24.00, the price was $9.00 to ship on ground. I feel that they over charged me. Oh this the second time they have done this.”
Sharonda G.Verified ReviewerYelp“used this location to ship holiday cards and photos. they stole the cards and sent an empty envelope instead.”
KC R.Verified ReviewerYelp“they did not have any UPS Ground labels so I would have to ship at 3 day or Next day at much higher costs.”
Terry R.Verified ReviewerYelp“I paid $128 for shipping and insurance. It arrived in pieces. After filing a claim and hearing nothing for months, UPS is now denying the claim.”
Tom V.Verified ReviewerYelp
Total Quality Movers
3.72Peoria, IL
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Total Quality Movers
3.72
Peoria, IL
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What services does Total Quality Movers offer?
Total Quality Movers handles local moves and long-distance moves from Peoria, IL, with services including small moves, packing, and unpacking.
Services offered
Is Total Quality Movers licensed and insured?
Registered with the FMCSA
US DOT 867707. Operating status is not on this profile. Check on SAFER
Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha
Total Quality Movers is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 867707.
Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Total Quality Movers 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 Total Quality Movers cost?
Total Quality Movers does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in Illinois, you can expect to pay approximately $122/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 Illinois moving companies similar to Total Quality Movers typically bill the amounts below using a $122/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
Total Quality Movers offers interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service Illinois 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 Total Quality Movers offer?
- Accepts
- No credit cards
- Deposit
- Not listed, so ask
Total Quality 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 Total Quality Movers compares with other local movers
With a moveBuddha score of 3.72 out of 5, Total Quality Movers trails the five top-rated movers near Peoria, 0.40 points behind Moscardelli Moving & Storage, Inc. At 53 reviews, Total Quality Movers has fewer reviews than four of the five. Where Total Quality Movers falls behind is industry experience, with the lowest industry experience score in the group.
The five highest-scoring nearby movers, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PODS Moving & StoragePeoria | 4.58 | 253 | 4.4 | 1.0 | A+ |
| 2 | TWO MEN AND A TRUCKPeoria | 4.48 | 726 | 4.5 | 2.5 | — |
| 3 | Mordue Moving and StoragePeoria | 4.28 | 151 | 4.3 | 2.2 | A+ |
| 4 | Bloomington Relocation SystemsNormal | 4.14 | 37 | 4.0 | 5.0 | — |
| 5 | Moscardelli Moving & Storage, IncSpringfield | 4.12 | 70 | 3.0 | 2.0 | — |
| 6 | Total Quality MoversThis mover · ranks #6 | 3.72 | 53 | 5.0 | 2.5 | — |
How does Total Quality Movers compare to other Illinois movers?
- moveBuddha score#111 of 313(better than average)
3.72vs 3.69 avg
Total Quality Movers scores 3.72, above the Illinois average of 3.69, and ranks #111 of 313 Illinois movers.
- Positive reviews#186 of 313(level with average)
89%vs 89% avg
Total Quality Movers has 89% positive reviews, in line with the Illinois average of 89%, and ranks #186 of 313 Illinois movers.
- Negative reviews#190 of 313(level with average)
11%vs 11% avg
Total Quality Movers has 11% negative reviews, in line with the Illinois average of 11%, and ranks #190 of 313 Illinois movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#198 of 313(worse than average)
53vs 376 avg
Total Quality Movers has 53 reviews analyzed, below the Illinois average of 376, and ranks #198 of 313 Illinois movers.
- Yelp rating#84 of 313(worse than average)
2.5vs 3.5 avg
Total Quality Movers has a Yelp rating of 2.5, below the Illinois average of 3.5, and ranks #84 of 313 Illinois movers.
| Metric | This moverTotal Quality Movers | Illinois avg | Illinois rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#111 of 313 in Illinois | 3.72 | 3.69 | #111 of 313 | +0.03(better than average) |
| Positive reviews#186 of 313 in Illinois | 89% | 89% | #186 of 313 | ±0 pts |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#190 of 313 in Illinois | 11% | 11% | #190 of 313 | ±0 pts |
| Reviews analyzed#198 of 313 in Illinois | 53 | 376 | #198 of 313 | −323(worse than average) |
| Yelp ratingBased on only 12 reviews#84 of 313 in Illinois | 2.5 | 3.5 | #84 of 313 | −1.0(worse than average) |
Compared with 313 Illinois movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Illinois.
Total Quality Movers
3.72Peoria, IL
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
Save more than 30% on average
On average, moveBuddha users save more than 30% by comparing movers before they book. Get a quote from Total Quality Movers, then see how it compares with other top-rated movers in Peoria.
Compare prices side by side
See where Total Quality Movers lands against similar movers.
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Free, no obligation
Nothing is booked until you choose a mover.
Total Quality Movers
3.72
Peoria, IL
Final verdict: Total Quality Movers
Total Quality Movers earns a 3.72/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #111 among Illinois movers, with 89% positive feedback across 53 customer reviews.
Customers consistently praise its friendly and approachable staff and professional and polite staff. It is best for customers prioritizing crew professionalism, helpful crews, and reliable service experience.
The most common complaint is higher-than-expected costs.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
Total Quality Movers
3.72
Peoria, IL
Why moveBuddha?
- 30%+Average savings
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Calculate your Illinois 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 Total Quality Movers
- Phone
- (309) 274-0672
- Website
- totalqualitymovers.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
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- State availabilityMinor factor
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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.