Museum Services Inc. review 2026 (Minneapolis, MN)
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Museum Services Inc., a Minneapolis, MN moving company, ranks #104 of 148 movers in Minnesota, with a moveBuddha rating of 3.30/5.
88% of Museum Services Inc.'s 16 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its variety of services. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.
How Museum Services Inc. measures up
Museum Services Inc. ranks #104 out of 148 movers in Minnesota 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 Museum Services Inc. moveBuddha Certified?
Museum Services Inc. 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. Museum Services Inc. hasn't gone through that certification process, so it's important to check licensing, insurance, estimates, and claims policies yourself before booking.
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What do customers say about Museum Services Inc.?
Out of 16 verified reviews, 88% of customers left a positive review about Museum Services Inc. in Minneapolis, MN. 6.2% of reviews are negative and 6.2% are neutral. Museum Services Inc. has a 1% lower positive review percentage than the average Minnesota moving company (88% vs the Minnesota state average of 89%).
- Positive87.5%(14)
- Neutral6.2%(1)
- Negative6.2%(1)
Based on 16 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.
What customers like about Museum Services Inc.
Variety of services
Customers liked having access to packing, storage, and specialty item handling all in one place with Museum Services Inc..
Knowledgeable staff
Several reviewers pointed out that Museum Services Inc.'s crew answered questions confidently and provided useful advice.
Experienced movers
With years of experience, Museum Services Inc.'s crew brought confidence and know-how to each move.
Careful handling
Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to Museum Services Inc.'s attention to detail.
Helpful movers
Movers were more than just muscle—they offered guidance and went above and beyond to assist customers.
What positive reviewers say
“Museum Services provides framing and artwork transport. Many staff members are also artists, and I appreciate the care and skill they bring to everything I need.”
Sophia ChaiVerified ReviewerGoogle“I’ve used all their services, including installation, art transport, and framing. Their technicians are knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and easy to work with.”
Tricia HeuringVerified ReviewerGoogle“Museum Services handled the sculpture installation flawlessly. The team arrived exactly on time, planned carefully, protected the sculpture and base, and executed the service perfectly.”
Libby BakerVerified ReviewerGoogle“Tessa and Joshua were great in helping me arrange a shipment to Illinois! Everything was smooth and professional.”
Caroline FowlerVerified ReviewerGoogle“My family has used Museum Services for decades. They professionally hang, frame, and safely transport art, and they promptly return calls.”
Lynne SandersVerified ReviewerGoogle
What mixed reviewers say
“The items arrived safely, and the driver was personable, but delivery was delayed by a month after the scheduled date.”
Elliott Fouts GalleryVerified ReviewerGoogle
Most common complaints about Museum Services Inc.
What negative reviewers say
“The project was declined due to the emotional magnitude of the item. Technical skill matters, but real preservation demands the willingness to engage with uncomfortable history.”
Aaron NeumeisterVerified ReviewerGoogle
Museum Services Inc.
3.30Minneapolis, MN
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Museum Services Inc.
3.30
Minneapolis, MN
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What services does Museum Services Inc. offer?
Museum Services Inc. offers local moves, long-distance moves, international moves, commercial moves, and packing.
Services offered
Is Museum Services Inc. licensed and insured?
moveBuddha holds no federal licensing record for Museum Services Inc. in Minneapolis, MN. 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 Museum Services Inc. 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 Museum Services Inc. cost?
Museum Services Inc. does not publish hourly rates or flat fees publicly. Based on moveBuddha's data on moving companies operating in Minnesota, you can expect to pay approximately $177/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 Minnesota moving companies similar to Museum Services Inc. typically bill the amounts below using a $177/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
Museum Services Inc. offers interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service Minnesota 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 Museum Services Inc. offer?
- Accepts
- No credit cards
- Deposit
- Not listed, so ask
Museum Services Inc. 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 Museum Services Inc. compares with the top 10 Minneapolis movers
Museum Services Inc.'s moveBuddha score of 3.30 out of 5 places it #25, outside the top 10 Minneapolis moving companies, 1.12 points behind AAA Movers, the tenth-placed mover. Museum Services Inc.'s score rests on 16 reviews, fewer than any of the ten. Where Museum Services Inc. falls behind is review quality, with the lowest review quality score in the group.
The ten highest-scoring local movers near Minneapolis, by moveBuddha score.
| # | Mover | Score | Reviews | Yelp | BBB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AAA MoversNew Hope | 4.62 | 1,782 | 4.4 | 2.4 | A+ |
| 2 | Good Stuff MovingMaplewood | 4.52 | 2,170 | 4.8 | 3.5 | A+ |
| 3 | Piepho Moving & Storage, Inc.Rochester | 4.52 | 143 | 4.7 | 3.6 | A+ |
| 4 | Matt's Moving CompanyMinneapolis | 4.50 | 1,254 | 4.7 | 3.8 | A+ |
| 5 | TWO MEN AND A TRUCKHopkins | 4.48 | 818 | 4.4 | 3.4 | A+ |
| 6 | College Muscle Movers, LLCSt Paul | 4.48 | 719 | 4.5 | 3.9 | A |
| 7 | The Move CrewMinneapolis | 4.48 | 673 | 4.9 | 4.7 | A+ |
| 8 | Metcalf Moving & StorageSt. Paul | 4.48 | 234 | 4.7 | 3.8 | A+ |
| 9 | Lighthouse MovingSt Paul | 4.44 | 277 | 4.7 | 3.0 | A+ |
| 10 | AAA MoversBrooklyn Park | 4.42 | 382 | 4.5 | 2.3 | A+ |
| 25 | Museum Services Inc.This mover · ranks #25 | 3.30 | 16 | — | — | — |
How does Museum Services Inc. compare to other Minnesota movers?
- moveBuddha score#104 of 148(worse than average)
3.30vs 3.68 avg
Museum Services Inc. scores 3.30, below the Minnesota average of 3.68, and ranks #104 of 148 Minnesota movers.
- Positive reviews#101 of 148(worse than average)
88%vs 89% avg
Museum Services Inc. has 88% positive reviews, below the Minnesota average of 89%, and ranks #101 of 148 Minnesota movers.
- Negative reviews#79 of 148(better than average)
6%vs 10% avg
Museum Services Inc. has 6% negative reviews, below the Minnesota average of 10%, and ranks #79 of 148 Minnesota movers. A lower percentage is better.
- Reviews analyzed#118 of 148(worse than average)
16vs 293 avg
Museum Services Inc. has 16 reviews analyzed, below the Minnesota average of 293, and ranks #118 of 148 Minnesota movers.
| Metric | This moverMuseum Services Inc. | Minnesota avg | Minnesota rank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| moveBuddha score#104 of 148 in Minnesota | 3.30 | 3.68 | #104 of 148 | −0.38(worse than average) |
| Positive reviews#101 of 148 in Minnesota | 88% | 89% | #101 of 148 | −1 pts(worse than average) |
| Negative reviewsLower is better#79 of 148 in Minnesota | 6% | 10% | #79 of 148 | −4 pts(better than average) |
| Reviews analyzed#118 of 148 in Minnesota | 16 | 293 | #118 of 148 | −277(worse than average) |
Compared with 148 Minnesota movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Minnesota.
Museum Services Inc.
3.30Minneapolis, MN
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 Museum Services Inc., then see how it compares with other top-rated movers in Minneapolis.
Compare prices side by side
See where Museum Services Inc. lands against similar movers.
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Museum Services Inc.
3.30
Minneapolis, MN
Final verdict: Museum Services Inc.
Museum Services Inc. earns a 3.30/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #25 among Minneapolis movers, with 88% positive feedback across 16 customer reviews.
Customers consistently praise its variety of services and knowledgeable staff. It is best for customers prioritizing crew professionalism, helpful crews, and reliable service experience.
All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.
Museum Services Inc.
3.30
Minneapolis, MN
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Contact Museum Services Inc.
- Phone
- (612) 378-1189
- Website
- museumservices.org
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