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Best Moving Companies in Kent, WA

  • 8 vetted movers ranked on 4,606+ real Google reviews
  • Top pick: Triple 7 Movers — 4.9★ across 1,616 reviews
  • Typical local move: A local Kent move typically runs $110 $165/hr for a two- to three-person crew and truck roughly $440 $990 for a studio or 1-bedroom and $880 $1,815 for a 2 3 bedroom, full-service
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Kent's moving market runs from small independent crews to national chains, and the review record separates them clearly. We ranked Kent-area movers on real Google ratings and verified reviews, then read the recent ones to see who actually shows up on time and moves without breaking things starting with Triple 7 Movers at 4.9 stars.

The short answer: Triple 7 Movers is our top overall pick for movers in Kent, pairing a 4.9-star Google rating with 1,616 reviews. Two Men And A Moving Van LLC - moving services with Care. and Puget Sound Moving round out the top three. All rankings use real Google review data — updated July 30, 2026.

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All 8 Kent movers compared

#CompanyRatingReviewsBest for
01 Triple 7 Movers 4.9 1,616 Most professional
02 Two Men And A Moving Van LLC - moving services with Care. 4.8 1,136 Fast and efficient
03 Puget Sound Moving 4.8 619 Most professional
04 John Volken Academy Movers WA 4.9 376 Most professional
05 First Due Movers 5.0 306 Most professional
06 CMS Relocation & Logistics Seattle, WA 4.7 285 Most professional
07 Strok Industries Moving Company 4.9 141 Fast and efficient
08 U-Packchain 4.7 127 National chain option

The 8 best movers in Kent, reviewed

01

Triple 7 Movers

Most professional
Google rating verified 1,616 reviews read Verify USDOT ↗

Triple 7 Movers holds a 4.9-star Google rating across 1,616 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite professional, courteous crews and careful handling with little to no damage.

Strengths
  • professional, courteous crews
  • careful handling with little to no damage
  • on-time, punctual arrivals
Watch out for

A small number of recent reviews report damage to items; scope your job clearly and get the estimate in writing.

4103 C St NE Unit 300, Auburn, WA 98002+1253-263-1099 Read full review → Visit website ↗
Vetted
4.9/5
★★★★★
1,616 reviews
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02

Two Men And A Moving Van LLC - moving services with Care.

Fast and efficient
Google rating verified 1,136 reviews read Verify USDOT ↗

Two Men And A Moving Van LLC - moving services with Care. holds a 4.8-star Google rating across 1,136 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite fast, efficient crews and professional, courteous crews.

Strengths
  • fast, efficient crews
  • professional, courteous crews
  • careful handling with little to no damage
Watch out for

A small number of recent reviews report damage to items; scope your job clearly and get the estimate in writing.

8637 S 212th St, Kent, WA 98031+1253-215-1850 Read full review → Visit website ↗
Vetted
4.8/5
★★★★★
1,136 reviews
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03

Puget Sound Moving

Most professional
Google rating verified 619 reviews read Verify USDOT ↗

Puget Sound Moving holds a 4.8-star Google rating across 619 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite professional, courteous crews and fast, efficient crews.

Strengths
  • professional, courteous crews
  • fast, efficient crews
  • on-time, punctual arrivals
Watch out for

High-demand crews book out on summer weekends request your date several weeks ahead.

1316 Central Ave S #220, Kent, WA 98032+1253-852-4001 Read full review → Visit website ↗
Vetted
4.8/5
★★★★★
619 reviews
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04

John Volken Academy Movers WA

Most professional
Google rating verified 376 reviews read Verify USDOT ↗

John Volken Academy Movers WA holds a 4.9-star Google rating across 376 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite professional, courteous crews and fast, efficient crews.

Strengths
  • professional, courteous crews
  • fast, efficient crews
  • careful handling with little to no damage
Watch out for

High-demand crews book out on summer weekends request your date several weeks ahead.

921 Central Ave N, Kent, WA 98032+1253-856-3056 Read full review → Visit website ↗
Vetted
4.9/5
★★★★★
376 reviews
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05

First Due Movers

Most professional
Google rating verified 306 reviews read Verify USDOT ↗

First Due Movers holds a 5.0-star Google rating across 306 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite professional, courteous crews and fast, efficient crews.

Strengths
  • professional, courteous crews
  • fast, efficient crews
  • on-time, punctual arrivals
Watch out for

High-demand crews book out on summer weekends request your date several weeks ahead.

21854 76th Ave S, Kent, WA 98032+1206-755-6053 Read full review → Visit website ↗
Vetted
5.0/5
★★★★★
306 reviews
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06

CMS Relocation & Logistics Seattle, WA

Most professional
Google rating verified 285 reviews read Verify USDOT ↗

CMS Relocation & Logistics Seattle, WA holds a 4.7-star Google rating across 285 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite professional, courteous crews and fast, efficient crews.

Strengths
  • professional, courteous crews
  • fast, efficient crews
  • careful handling with little to no damage
Watch out for

High-demand crews book out on summer weekends request your date several weeks ahead.

21620 S 88th Pl, Kent, WA 98031+1253-395-5443 Read full review → Visit website ↗
Vetted
4.7/5
★★★★★
285 reviews
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07

Strok Industries Moving Company

Fast and efficient
Google rating verified 141 reviews read Verify USDOT ↗

Strok Industries Moving Company holds a 4.9-star Google rating across 141 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite fast, efficient crews and professional, courteous crews.

Strengths
  • fast, efficient crews
  • professional, courteous crews
  • on-time, punctual arrivals
Watch out for

A smaller review base than the market leaders, so ask for recent local references.

420 W Smith St, Kent, WA 98032+1206-468-5652 Read full review → Visit website ↗
Vetted
4.9/5
★★★★★
141 reviews
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08

U-Pack

National chain
Google rating verified 127 reviews read Verify USDOT ↗

U-Pack is a national-chain option serving Kent, with a 4.7-star Google rating across 127 reviews. Recent reviews most often cite on-time, punctual arrivals and professional, courteous crews. Crew quality can vary between jobs, so confirm your crew and get a binding estimate.

Strengths
  • on-time, punctual arrivals
  • professional, courteous crews
  • careful handling with little to no damage
Watch out for

A small number of recent reviews report damage to items; scope your job clearly and get the estimate in writing.

19604 84th Ave S, Kent, WA 98032+1844-611-4582 Read full review → Visit website ↗
Vetted
4.7/5
★★★★★
127 reviews
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How much does moving cost in Kent?

A local Kent move typically runs $110 $165/hr for a two- to three-person crew and truck roughly $440 $990 for a studio or 1-bedroom and $880 $1,815 for a 2 3 bedroom, full-service (labeled estimate; get a binding quote).

Interstate moves out of Kent commonly land between $4,500 and $9,500 for a 3-bedroom home, depending on distance and season (labeled estimate).

Typical costs by home size

Home sizeLocal moveLong-distance
Studio / 1 bedroom$400 – $1,200$2,500 – $5,500
2 bedroom$800 – $2,000$3,500 – $7,500
3 bedroom$1,200 – $3,000$4,500 – $9,500
4+ bedroom$1,800 – $4,500$6,500 – $13,000

Labeled planning estimates for the Pacific Northwest. Your price depends on home size, distance, access, and season — always get a binding written estimate before booking. Try the cost calculator.

The best time to move in Kent

Peak moving demand in Kent runs May through September, when calendars tighten and prices rise. Intrastate movers here answer to the Washington UTC, and any interstate move should be checked for USDOT authority on FMCSA SAFER.

Peak moving season runs May through September, when demand is highest and prices climb.

If you can, move midweek and mid-month, outside the summer peak — it's cheaper and easier to book a top crew. Whatever the date, reserve four to eight weeks ahead so you're not left with whoever's still available.

What Kent locals say

From the locals · Kent

Local threads on r/KentWA tend to steer newcomers toward established independent crews and away from the cheapest last-minute options consistent with the review data below.

How we ranked these movers

We pulled every moving company ranking in Google's local results for Kent, then scored them on real, public data: current Google star rating, total verified review count, and the themes in recent reviews — punctuality, careful handling, pricing transparency, and any damage or complaint patterns.

We read the newest reviews for each company rather than relying on the headline number, and we flag national chains separately because crew quality varies more across their locations.

We don't accept payment for rankings. Read our full rating methodology.

Frequently asked questions

How much do movers cost in Kent, WA?+
A local Kent move typically runs $110 $165/hr for a two- to three-person crew and truck roughly $440 $990 for a studio or 1-bedroom and $880 $1,815 for a 2 3 bedroom, full-service (labeled estimate; get a binding quote).
Which moving company has the best reputation in Kent?+
By verified review data, First Due Movers carries a 5.0-star Google rating across 306 reviews. Our top overall pick is Triple 7 Movers for its combination of a 4.9 rating and 1,616 reviews.
How far in advance should I book movers in Kent?+
Book four to eight weeks ahead, especially from May through September and at month-end when Kent crews fill up fastest. For a long-distance move, six to eight weeks is safer.
What's the cheapest day to move?+
Midweek days (Tuesday through Thursday) in the middle of the month, outside the summer peak, are the cheapest. Month-end and summer weekends are the most in demand and cost the most.
Should I tip movers in Kent?+
Tipping is customary but optional — a common guideline is $4–$8 per mover per hour, or 10–20% of the total bill split among the crew. Tip at the end, in cash, once the job is done.
What are red flags when hiring a mover in Kent?+
Watch for large upfront deposits, quotes given without seeing your inventory, no written binding estimate, and a company that won't provide its license or insurance details. Intrastate movers in Washington need a UTC household-goods permit and must charge from a filed tariff. Verify the permit with the UTC; for interstate moves, confirm USDOT/MC authority on FMCSA SAFER.
Do Kent movers need a license?+
Intrastate movers in Washington need a UTC household-goods permit and must charge from a filed tariff. Verify the permit with the UTC; for interstate moves, confirm USDOT/MC authority on FMCSA SAFER.

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