elder moves review 2026 (Indianapolis, IN)
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elder moves, an Indianapolis, IN moving company, ranks #111 of 137 movers in Indiana, with a moveBuddha rating of 3.30/5.
50% of elder moves' 2 verified customer reviews are positive. The most common complaint involves higher-than-expected costs. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How elder moves measures up
elder moves ranks #111 out of 137 movers in Indiana 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 elder moves moveBuddha Certified?
elder moves 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. elder moves 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 elder moves?
Out of 2 verified reviews, 50% of customers left a positive review about elder moves in Indianapolis, IN. 50% of reviews are negative. elder moves has a 35% lower positive review percentage than the average Indiana moving company (50% vs the Indiana state average of 85%).
- Positive50%(1)
- Negative50%(1)
Based on 2 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
Most common complaints about elder moves
Higher-than-expected costs
Final bills were occasionally much higher than initial estimates, upsetting customers.
What negative reviewers say
“Extremely expensive....”
Clark Byrum, Jr.Verified ReviewerGoogle
elder moves
3.30Indianapolis, IN
Save more than 30% on average by comparing movers before you book.
elder moves
3.30
Indianapolis, IN
Save more than 30% on average
On average, moveBuddha users save more than 30% by comparing movers before they book. Get a quote from elder moves, then see how it compares with other top-rated movers in Indianapolis.
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Licensing and reviews checked, just like this page.
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Nothing is booked until you choose a mover.
What services does elder moves offer?
elder moves offers senior moves and packing.
Services offered
Is elder moves licensed and insured?
moveBuddha holds no federal licensing record for elder moves in Indianapolis, IN. 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 elder moves 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 elder moves cost?
elder moves does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in Indiana, you can expect to pay approximately $138/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 Indiana moving companies similar to elder moves typically bill the amounts below using a $138/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 payment options and discounts does elder moves offer?
- Accepts
- No credit cards
- Deposit
- Not listed, so ask
elder moves 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 elder moves compares with the top 10 Indianapolis movers
elder moves's moveBuddha score of 3.30 out of 5 places it #26, outside the top 10 Indianapolis moving companies, 1.00 point behind All My Sons Moving & Storage, the tenth-placed mover. elder moves's score rests on 2 reviews, fewer than any of the ten. Where elder moves falls behind is review quality, with the lowest review quality score in the group.
The ten highest-scoring local movers near Indianapolis, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leaders Moving & Storage Co.Indianapolis | 4.52 | 1,169 | 4.8 | 2.8 | A+ |
| 2 | Busy Bee MoversIndianapolis | 4.48 | 415 | 4.1 | 2.3 | A+ |
| 3 | Wheaton Moving & StorageIndianapolis | 4.48 | 248 | 4.2 | 1.8 | A+ |
| 4 | Sherman Moving & StorageIndianapolis | 4.48 | 100 | 4.0 | 3.0 | A+ |
| 5 | Planes Moving & Storage CompanyIndianapolis | 4.42 | 1,017 | 4.9 | 2.3 | A+ |
| 6 | Bellhop MovingIndianapolis | 4.36 | 615 | 4.4 | 3.6 | F |
| 7 | College Hunks Hauling Junk & MovingIndianapolis | 4.36 | 287 | 4.6 | 3.4 | F |
| 8 | All My Sons Moving & StorageIndianapolis | 4.34 | 295 | 4.5 | 1.6 | A+ |
| 9 | My Movers Inc.Indianapolis | 4.34 | 262 | 4.7 | 4.3 | A+ |
| 10 | All My Sons Moving & StorageIndianapolis | 4.30 | 4,135 | 3.5 | 1.5 | A |
| 26 | elder movesThis mover · ranks #26 | 3.30 | 2 | — | — | — |
How does elder moves compare to other Indiana movers?
- moveBuddha score#111 of 137(worse than average)
3.30vs 3.76 avg
elder moves scores 3.30, below the Indiana average of 3.76, and ranks #111 of 137 Indiana movers.
- Positive reviews#111 of 137(worse than average)
50%vs 85% avg
elder moves has 50% positive reviews, below the Indiana average of 85%, and ranks #111 of 137 Indiana movers.
- Negative reviews#111 of 137(worse than average)
50%vs 14% avg
elder moves has 50% negative reviews, above the Indiana average of 14%, and ranks #111 of 137 Indiana movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#115 of 137(worse than average)
2vs 339 avg
elder moves has 2 reviews analyzed, below the Indiana average of 339, and ranks #115 of 137 Indiana movers.
| Metric | This moverelder moves | Indiana avg | Indiana rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#111 of 137 in Indiana | 3.30 | 3.76 | #111 of 137 | −0.46(worse than average) |
| Positive reviews#111 of 137 in Indiana | 50% | 85% | #111 of 137 | −35 pts(worse than average) |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#111 of 137 in Indiana | 50% | 14% | #111 of 137 | +36 pts(worse than average) |
| Reviews analyzed#115 of 137 in Indiana | 2 | 339 | #115 of 137 | −337(worse than average) |
Compared with 137 Indiana movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Indiana.
elder moves
3.30Indianapolis, IN
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 elder moves, then see how it compares with other top-rated movers in Indianapolis.
Compare prices side by side
See where elder moves lands against similar movers.
Vetted movers only
Licensing and reviews checked, just like this page.
Free, no obligation
Nothing is booked until you choose a mover.
elder moves
3.30
Indianapolis, IN
Final verdict: elder moves
elder moves earns a 3.30/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #26 among Indianapolis movers, with 50% positive feedback across 2 customer reviews.
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.
elder moves
3.30
Indianapolis, IN
Why moveBuddha?
- 30%+Average savings
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Calculate your Indiana 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 elder moves
- Phone
- (317) 283-4683
- Website
- eldermoves.net
- Profiles
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.
What the scores are built on
- 4,500+Moving companies analyzed
- 1M+Authenticated reviews
- 25+Independent data sources
- 1,000+Live price points a month
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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.