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Good Stuff Moving review 2026 (Maplewood, MN)

In business since 1999 · Updated

Good Stuff Moving, a Maplewood, MN moving company, ranks #3 of 152 movers in Minnesota, with a moveBuddha rating of 4.52/5. It is one of the 10 top-ranked movers in Minnesota.

95% of Good Stuff Moving's 2,170 verified customer reviews are positive. Customers most often praise its friendly and approachable staff, while the most common complaint involves unfriendly or rude staff.

In business since 1999, Good Stuff Moving holds active FMCSA registration (USDOT #893209) and operates 18 trucks. Ratings reflect moveBuddha’s independent analysis of customer reviews and FMCSA records.

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How Good Stuff Moving measures up

Across 2,170 reviews, Good Stuff Moving in Maplewood, MN is rated 4.8/5 on Google (1,985 reviews) and 3.5/5 on Yelp (101 reviews), and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

Good Stuff Moving ranks #3 out of 152 movers in Minnesota with a moveBuddha Score of 4.52 out of 5.

  • moveBuddha Score

    moveBuddha Score

    The moveBuddha Score is a single 0–5 rating that combines everything we know about a mover, so you can compare companies without cross-referencing a dozen review sites.

    It weighs customer service, quote accuracy, review quality, industry experience, website quality, brand strength, and ratings from Google, Yelp, and the Better Business Bureau.

    It is not a paid placement. Partners and non-partners are scored the same way.

  • Google rating

    Based on 1,985 reviews
  • Yelp rating

    Why does the Yelp score look different?

    Good Stuff Moving has a 3.5 rating on Yelp across 101 reviews, noticeably lower than its 4.8 on Google (1,985 reviews) and its A+ rating at the BBB.

    Yelp volume is low, so a small number of negative reviews has an outsized effect.

    We weight the much larger Google sample more heavily, but flag the Yelp score transparently so you can judge for yourself.

    If you’re comparing movers, get a free Good Stuff Moving quote and see how their price and responsiveness feel in practice.

    Based on 101 reviews
  • Better Business Bureau

    Based on BBB profile
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Is Good Stuff Moving moveBuddha Certified?

Good Stuff 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. Good Stuff 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 Good Stuff Moving?

Out of 2,170 verified reviews, 95% of customers left a positive review about Good Stuff Moving in Maplewood, MN. 4.4% of reviews are negative and 0.6% are neutral. Good Stuff Moving has a 6% higher positive review percentage than the average Minnesota moving company (95% vs the Minnesota state average of 89%).

  • Positive95%(2,062)
  • Neutral0.6%(13)
  • Negative4.4%(95)

Based on 2,170 reviews across Google, Yelp, and other review sites.

What customers like about Good Stuff Moving

  • Friendly and approachable staff

    Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at Good Stuff Moving.

  • Quick moving process

    The team at Good Stuff Moving often gets the job done faster than expected, saving clients time.

  • Efficient service

    Many customers praise Good Stuff Moving for completing moves smoothly and with minimal downtime.

  • Respectful of property

    Customers appreciated how carefully Good Stuff Moving's team maneuvered furniture through tight spaces without damaging walls or floors.

  • Careful handling

    Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to Good Stuff Moving's attention to detail.

What positive reviewers say

  • “They were well mannered and pleasant. They were efficient, careful, and professional.”

    GoogleVerified Reviewer
  • “They were on time, professional, friendly and ready to work! Fair price and I looked at a lot of moving companies. This one beat the rest hands down.”

    Debbie SmolinskiVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “The movers were quick, but thorough with packing and moving my stuff. They were also professional while remaining personable.”

    J NoVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “The movers were very respectful and took great care of all of our belongings. They did a great job not damaging the walls or door frames.”

    Joe RoemerVerified ReviewerGoogle

What mixed reviewers say

  • “Crew was late arriving but once they arrived they started working until all the items were moved.”

    Paul KaderaVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “The claims process was pretty easy, but my vanity mirror no longer stood upright and my bedframe got scrapes and knicks in the wood.”

    Karac HansonVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “The movers worked very hard, but an additional truck was needed and several items were dropped and broke. The dining room table and chairs were scratched.”

    lonnie malikowskiVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Only one of the three guys who packed and moved our apartment seemed to know what he was doing. There was not much hustle.”

    Emmett LarsenVerified ReviewerGoogle

Most common complaints about Good Stuff Moving

  • Unfriendly or rude staff

    A few customers felt disrespected by curt or unhelpful movers or office staff.

  • Unprofessional behavior

    Complaints included movers using foul language, showing up late, or acting inappropriately.

  • Damage to items

    Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.

What negative reviewers say

  • “From the moment I asked a question, the representative snapped into a rude, condescending tone.”

    John Z.Verified ReviewerYelp
  • “They taped my dresser drawers instead of taking them out, and removing the tape ripped off all the wallpaper/faux stain on the wood.”

    Devin TyraeVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “The dining room table arrived with wood splintered and the leg completely detached.”

    Ryan MerktVerified ReviewerGoogle
  • “Movers would not leave my new apartment until I gave them a 5 star review. It felt predatory and intimidating.”

    Clare S.Verified ReviewerGoogle

Good Stuff Moving

4.52Maplewood, MNSince 1999

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What services does Good Stuff Moving offer?

Good Stuff Moving offers full-service moving, labor-only loading help, and local moves. It also provides long-distance moves, commercial moves, and small moves.

Services offered

Is Good Stuff Moving licensed and insured?

Federally licensed, operating authority active

US DOT 893209 Check on SAFER

Verified against the FMCSA, not by moveBuddha

Yes, Good Stuff Moving is registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under US DOT number 893209, as GSM LLC, and its operating status is currently active. It also holds a Minnesota intrastate license, number 384517.

Insurance is a separate question, and one this profile cannot settle: moveBuddha does not receive carriers' insurance filings, so nothing here confirms what cover Good Stuff Moving holds. Ask for a certificate of insurance before you book.

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State license number
384517Issued by Minnesota. Covers moves within the state, which the FMCSA does not
Registered legal name
GSM LLCThe 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
18Power units reported to the FMCSA
Miles driven
288,000Reported to the FMCSA for 2025
Roadside inspections
0Recorded by the FMCSA
FMCSA record last updated
October 2026

How much does Good Stuff Moving cost?

Good Stuff Moving 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 $400โ€“$750 for a studio or 1-bedroom, $850โ€“$1,750 for a 2-3 bedroom, and $1,700โ€“$3,400 for a 4+ bedroom home. Long-distance (500-1,000 mi) 2-3 bedroom moves from similar movers typically run $4,500โ€“$7,500.

What similar movers typically bill for a local move

Full-service Minnesota moving companies similar to Good Stuff Moving 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.

Typical local move totals from similar movers
Home sizeTypical totalTime and crew
Studio / 1 bedroom$400โ€“$7503โ€“5 hours, 2 movers
2-3 bedrooms$850โ€“$1,7505โ€“8 hours, 2โ€“3 movers
4+ bedrooms$1,700โ€“$3,4008โ€“12 hours, 3โ€“4 movers

What similar movers typically bill for a long-distance move

Good Stuff Moving is licensed for interstate moves, which are typically priced by weight and distance. Ranges below reflect totals from similar full-service Minnesota moving companies.

Typical long-distance move totals from similar movers
Home sizeDistanceTypical total
2-3 bedrooms500โ€“1,000 mi$4,500โ€“$7,500
4+ bedrooms500โ€“1,000 mi$7,000โ€“$11,500

What payment options and discounts does Good Stuff Moving offer?

Accepts
Credit CardsCash
Deposit
Not listed, so ask

Good Stuff Moving accepts credit cards and cash. Deposit policies vary by mover, so ask whether one is required when you request a quote.

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How Good Stuff Moving compares with other local movers

With a moveBuddha score of 4.52 out of 5, Good Stuff Moving places second when ranked against the four highest-scoring moving companies near Maplewood, 0.14 points behind Matt's Moving Company and just ahead of Metcalf Moving & Storage. Good Stuff Moving's 2,170 reviews are the most of any mover in that group.

The four highest-scoring nearby movers, by moveBuddha score.

#MoverScoreReviews
1Matt's Moving CompanySt. Paul4.661,090
2Good Stuff MovingThis mover ยท ranks #24.522,170
3Metcalf Moving & StorageSt. Paul4.48234
4Lighthouse MovingSt Paul4.44277
5Premium Moving ServicesS Maplewood4.42280

How does Good Stuff Moving compare to other Minnesota movers?

  • moveBuddha score#3 of 152(better than average)

    4.52vs 3.68 avg

    Good Stuff Moving scores 4.52, above the Minnesota average of 3.68, and ranks #3 of 152 Minnesota movers.

  • Positive reviews#66 of 152(better than average)

    95%vs 89% avg

    Good Stuff Moving has 95% positive reviews, above the Minnesota average of 89%, and ranks #66 of 152 Minnesota movers.

  • Negative reviews#69 of 152(better than average)

    4%vs 10% avg

    Good Stuff Moving has 4% negative reviews, below the Minnesota average of 10%, and ranks #69 of 152 Minnesota movers. A lower percentage is better.

  • Reviews analyzed#3 of 152(better than average)

    2,170vs 293 avg

    Good Stuff Moving has 2,170 reviews analyzed, above the Minnesota average of 293, and ranks #3 of 152 Minnesota movers.

  • Yelp rating#23 of 152(level with average)

    3.5vs 3.5 avg

    Good Stuff Moving has a Yelp rating of 3.5, in line with the Minnesota average of 3.5, and ranks #23 of 152 Minnesota movers.

  • Years in business#17 of 152(worse than average)

    27 yearsvs 33 years avg

    Good Stuff Moving has been in business for 27 years, below the Minnesota average of 33 years, and ranks #17 of 152 Minnesota movers.

MetricThis moverMinnesota avg
moveBuddha score#3 of 152 in Minnesota4.523.68
Positive reviews#66 of 152 in Minnesota95%89%
Negative reviewsLower is better#69 of 152 in Minnesota4%10%
Reviews analyzed#3 of 152 in Minnesota2,170293
Yelp rating#23 of 152 in Minnesota3.53.5
Years in business#17 of 152 in Minnesota27 years33 years

Compared with 152 Minnesota movers with moveBuddha profiles. Rank #1 is the best in Minnesota.

Good Stuff Moving

4.52Maplewood, MNSince 1999

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Final verdict: Good Stuff Moving

Good Stuff Moving earns a 4.52/5 moveBuddha Score and ranks #3 among Minnesota movers, with 95% positive feedback across 2,170 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.

With 18 trucks and a track record dating to 1999, it has less history than the average Minnesota mover, and the most common complaint is unfriendly or rude staff.

All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated October 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.

Good Stuff Moving

Maplewood, MN ยท Since 1999

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Why moveBuddha?

  • 30%+Average savings

    On average, moveBuddha users save more than 30% by comparing movers before booking.

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  • $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.

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
  • $0Paid for a ranking
  • MonthlyRefreshed and re-verified

Read the full scoring methodology

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.

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