It’s moving season in Los Angeles, which means people are packing boxes, booking moving trucks, and cleaning out years of hoarding in preparation for their new home. For many residents in LA who don’t happen to have a team of friends ready to help them move into their new place, a great option is hiring a moving company. In a city as large as Los Angeles, finding the right movers can get awfully confusing, especially when it comes to each company’s individual benefits, discounts, storage needs, customer service, limitations, and overall quality of care. In a busy neighborhood like Culver City, which seems to be overrun by moving and storage businesses, it might be difficult knowing what you’re getting without doing more research. 

To help ease some of your moving stress, here’s a helpful guide to Culver City’s most popular moving companies, so you know exactly what you’re getting when it comes to movers.

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Prodigy Moving & Storage

For top-quality moving services in California, many people like to book with Prodigy Moving & Storage, a 15-year-old company that has over 1,000 five-star reviews on Yelp. Known for its reputation as an experienced moving company, rates depend on the amount of time and the number of movers you require. However, on average, the company charges a little over $100 per hour for your move, and they’re straight forward about extra charges like insurance, but there’s no extra charge on mileage. Customers can find a $20 for $50 voucher deal available online. Common issues based on negative reviews seem to involve overcharging and a lack of responsibility regarding mishandled belongings.

Man With A Truck Movers and Packers

With a four-and-a-half star rating on Yelp and over 400 reviews, Man With A Truck Movers and Packers is one of Culver City’s most popular and highly rated moving services. Known for its speed and efficiency, this moving company offers three services (a truck and two, three, or four movers) with rates starting from $115 to $175 per hour (for a minimum of three hours), and about $4 a mile for travel. If you’re in a crunch to move your things, this company is probably your best bet. The company also offers packing services, but many customers have complained about haphazard or improper packing and transport of fragile material and furniture. However, it seems the company’s stellar customer service immediately addresses these issues. New customers can also receive a $10 discount deal if they purchase through Yelp. 

Price Self Storage National Boulevard

With same day bookings and regular discounts for your first month, Price Self Storage on National Boulevard is a great option for those who want to move their belongings into storage. Although it’s not advertised, the company also offers free movers and a truck for customers who need help moving their things into the unit. Unfortunately, the free moving service is not available for transporting your things out of storage to your new home. When signing your lease for self-storage, be aware that payments will be automatic, so if you’re only renting your storage unit for a month, be sure to cancel your automatic payments and end your lease at least two weeks before your self-storage move-out date.

Pure Moving Company

Pure Moving Company is another popular moving company used by residents moving into the Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Francisco Bay Area. It has received great feedback based on the company’s customer service, flexibility in fitting in last minute requests, and overall care of customer belongings. Although rates tend to change during peak moving times, for example, a weekend rate would be more expensive than a mid-week rate, the typical range for moves is between $95 to $155 per hour for customers using credit (lower for those who have cash). Everything is included in this rate, including free packaging, assembly/reassembly of furniture, wardrobe boxes, blankets, shrink wrap, tape, and of course, unpacking and transport. Yelp customers can also purchase a $20 for $40 voucher deal online.

Meathead Movers Culver City

With a catchy name and local moving services within California, Meathead Movers is a full-service company that sends student athletes to help move your things. Based on the company’s website, the movers specialize in local moves within Los Angeles to greater area communities such as Malibu, Westlake Village, Calabasas, and Orange County. The company also prides itself on its community service affiliations, including its partnership with The Cinderella Fund, The Meathead Wrestling Club, and local shelters for victims of domestic violence.