Common Sense Moving Company is a locally-owned moving business based in Austin, Texas, serving all of Central Texas. The company was founded by two former co-workers, Tristan and Sam, who decided to offer a community-oriented moving service at a better price. Their services include loading, unloading, transportation of furniture and boxes, packing services, moving supplies delivery, single item delivery, and other moving-related services. They are one of the many movers in Austin, TX. The company specializes in both local and long-distance moves, with the same crew working from load up to unload. Additionally, the owners often work as movers themselves, providing a personalized touch to their services.
Common Sense Moving Company
Moving Services
- Local moving within Austin, Texas
- Long-distance moving within Texas
- Furniture moving
- Packing services
- Moving supplies delivery
- Single item delivery
- Transportation of a mix of furniture and boxes
- Apartment moving
- South Austin moving
- Central Texas moving
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Summarized Review of Common Sense Moving Company
We've analyzed the customer reviews to provide a summarized snapshot. Imagine the challenge of sifting through and reading every single review a moving company has ever received. Could you spot the fake reviews? Could you formulate a well-rounded analyses, or would you be left relying on a gut feeling?
Our rigorous evaluation process addresses this by meticulously vetting each moving company based on 11 crucial aspects of the moving experience:
1. Quality
Nationwide Average: 8.44/10
Common Sense Moving Company is consistently praised for their professional, efficient, and exceptional service, with special commendations for Sam and his team’s work, making their moving experiences seamless and stress-free for clients.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“great work by movers”
“awesome service”
“amazing job by Sam and Tristan”
2. Punctuality
Nationwide Average: 8.07/10
Common Sense Moving Company consistently earns high praise for always being on time, often arriving early, and providing timely service that exceeds expectations.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“they were on time”
“arrived on time”
“team arrived promptly”
3. Affordability
Nationwide Average: 7.69/10
Common Sense Moving Company is highly praised for its very reasonable prices, unmatched rates in the city, and overall super affordable moving services.
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“very reasonably priced move”
“very reasonably priced”
“Can't beat this price”
4. Communication
Nationwide Average: 7.53/10
Common Sense Moving Company excels with consistently easy, prompt, and exceptionally thorough exchanges throughout the moving process, ensuring smooth and responsive interactions tailored to their clients' unique needs.
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“easy to work with”
“got a super fast response”
“Very responsive”
5. Stick to Prices
Nationwide Average: 5.99/10
Common Sense Moving Company consistently adheres to their initial estimates, completes moves within the original time frame, has no hidden fees, and stands by their word.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“completed within original time estimate”
“stand by their word”
“initial estimation was quite accurate”
6. Speed
Nationwide Average: 8.58/10
Common Sense Moving Company is praised for being exceptionally efficient, quick, and capable of completing moves faster than anticipated without compromising quality.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“efficient”
“efficient in moving items”
“super efficient”
7. Friendliness
Nationwide Average: 8.91/10
Common Sense Moving Company consistently provides an exceptionally polite, professional, and personable experience, making customers feel comfortable and well taken care of.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“they are kind and helpful”
“very friendly”
“incredibly friendly team”
8. Will Hire Again
Nationwide Average: 8.18/10
Common Sense Moving Company overwhelmingly inspires loyalty and repeat business, with customers frequently expressing their intent to use their services again and strongly recommending them to others.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“recommend this company and would hire again”
“Highly recommend to anyone”
“would hire again”
9. Professionalism
Nationwide Average: 8.31/10
Common Sense Moving Company consistently exemplifies top-notch professionalism, with a team that is frequently described as knowledgeable, dedicated, and exceedingly proficient in their conduct.
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“conducted themselves professionally”
“professional team”
“professional”
10. Conflict Handling
Nationwide Average: 4.07/10
Common Sense Moving Company demonstrates exceptional commitment by effectively handling snags, expertly managing tasks like door reinstallation without extra time, and swiftly providing reimbursements when necessary.
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Handled snags really well”
“removed and reinstalled door perfectly without adding time”
“Sam quickly made it right by reimbursing for the cost”
11. Precision & Care
Nationwide Average: 8.01/10
Common Sense Moving Company is highly praised for its meticulous attention and ensuring that all personal and fragile items remain undamaged and secure throughout the moving process.
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“fragile items were kept intact”
“very careful with my most personal items”
“made sure all of my furniture was wrapped”
Customer Insights
Local Move Duration: 3.5 hours from 3 reviews
Great Crew Members
Sam | Sam and his team were kind, courteous, and efficient |
Sam | Sam & his team were efficient and careful |
Sam | Sam deserved praise for amazing service |
Sam, Tristan | incredibly friendly and efficient |
Sam, Tristan | Sam and Tristan helped with the move |
How do we review a moving company?
Imagine the challenge of sifting through and reading every single review a moving company has ever received. Could you spot the fake reviews? Could you formulate a well-rounded analyses, or would you be left relying on a gut feeling?
Our rigorous evaluation process addresses this by meticulously vetting each moving company based on 11 crucial aspects of the moving experience:
- 1. Quality
Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.
- 2. Punctuality
Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?
- 3. Affordability
1 = extremely expensive, 10 = extremely affordable
- 4. Communication
Was the office staff quick to respond to questions prior to moving day? Did the moving crew notify you on the day of move regarding any changes to the original schedule? If there were any issues to resolve after moving day, was an office manager quick to respond and address problems encountered?
- 5. Stick to Prices
Was a lowball quote provided to earn business only to see the final moving day price increase substantially?
- 6. Speed
Did the movers seem to take their precious time in an attempt to increase the overall cost of the move? Remember, moving is HARD work and some breaks should be expected!
- 7. Friendliness
Was the moving crew cordial and friendly to be around on moving day?
- 8. Will Hire Again
How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again for their next move.
- 9. Professionalism
Did the moving crew behave in a professional manner on moving day?
- 10. Conflict Handling
Accidents can and will likely happen at some point on moving day. How a moving company responds to these accidents can say a lot about the company.
- 11. Precision & Care
Were walls scratched? Did furniture get scuffed, broken, or lost?

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