Wetzel & Sons Moving & Storage has been providing exceptional service in the moving industry since 1976. As a family-owned and operated business, they are dedicated to meeting and exceeding their customers' moving and storage needs. As one of the established movers in Pasadena, CA, they offer professional on-site estimates, residential and corporate relocation services, and designer services specifically tailored for the Interior Design Trade. Wetzel & Sons pride themselves on using only their own professionally trained movers and never hiring day laborers or temporary help. They are properly licensed, fully insured, and strive to maintain the high standards and integrity that has distinguished them from other moving companies.
Wetzel & Sons Moving & Storage, Inc.
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based on 362+ data points 
The Great Guys Moving Rating Index (GGMRI) is an impartial score of the best movers in a city.About Wetzel & Sons Moving & Storage, Inc.
Additional Cities Served: Burbank, South Pasadena, San Fernando, Calabasas
Moving Services
- Home Moving Services
- Specialty Moving Services
- Corporate Relocation
- Designer Services
- Pickup and Delivery
- White Glove Service
- Installation Services
- Consolidation Services
- Residential Move Services
- Storage Services
California Moving License
Active
Last Checked: 12/06/24USDOT Interstate LicenseIf you’re moving across state lines, you likely need to hire a moving company with a VALID USDOT license. This licensing information comes from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and applies to a moving company's ability to perform a long distance INTERstate move (for example: from California to Texas). If your move crosses state lines within the same commercial zone, or metropolitan area (for example: DC to Alexandria, VA), it is generally not considered an interstate move and a moving company may not need an "Active" license from FMCSA to perform this type of move. INTRAstate moves (within the same state or city) are regulated by state and local jurisdictions and licensing requirements vary according to locale.
If you’re moving across state lines, you likely need to hire a moving company with a VALID USDOT license. This licensing information comes from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and applies to a moving company's ability to perform a long distance INTERstate move (for example: from California to Texas). If your move crosses state lines within the same commercial zone, or metropolitan area (for example: DC to Alexandria, VA), it is generally not considered an interstate move and a moving company may not need an "Active" license from FMCSA to perform this type of move. INTRAstate moves (within the same state or city) are regulated by state and local jurisdictions and licensing requirements vary according to locale.Not Authorized
for Interstate Moves
Last Checked: 01/10/25*Note: this license information has not been manually verified. Please confirm all license information at https://safer.fmcsa.dot.gov/CompanySnapshot.aspx
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Customer Reviews of Wetzel & Sons Moving & Storage, Inc.
We analyzed and organized the customer reviews of Wetzel & Sons Moving & Storage, Inc. in Pasadena, CA using our proven 11-point rating system. Our rigorous evaluation process ranks each customer review for Wetzel & Sons Moving & Storage, Inc. based on 11 crucial aspects of the moving experience. Here is what customers had to say about their moving experience:
1. Quality
8.75/10
Nationwide Average: 8.44/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“highly recommend the service”
“restored faith in company after previous issues”
“top-notch experience suggests high quality”
“Extremely disappointed with the service.”
2. Punctuality
9.13/10
Nationwide Average: 8.07/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“always dependable implies punctual”
“showed up on time”
“they showed up early”
“showed up on time and got to work immediately”
3. Affordability
6.52/10
Nationwide Average: 7.69/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“low bid then greatly exceeded it”
“extremely expensive due to overcharged storage costs”
“final bill came in well below the original estimate”
“little higher in price but well worth it”
4. Communication
8.49/10
Nationwide Average: 7.53/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“management listened and took complaints seriously”
“took them almost a month to respond”
“Took almost a month to respond.”
“communication was consistent”
5. Stick to Prices
5.26/10
Nationwide Average: 5.99/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“assured that procedural changes prevent after-the-fact upcharges”
“flat out lied about the moving process”
“ignored compensation because no box to weigh”
“tried to add $400 without telling me”
6. Speed
9.43/10
Nationwide Average: 8.58/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“moved an entire two bedroom apartment in one day”
“Fast, efficient”
“really hustled and moved me into my new place fast”
“loaded and unloaded faster than imagined”
7. Friendliness
9.57/10
Nationwide Average: 8.91/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“amazing service implies friendliness”
“Very friendly”
“were pleasant, professional, and friendly”
“helpful, courteous, and friendly”
8. Will Hire Again
8.09/10
Nationwide Average: 8.18/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“would hire again”
“would definitely use them for future moves”
“would hire again based on positive experience”
“would never want this to happen again”
9. Professionalism
8.56/10
Nationwide Average: 8.31/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“claims to have 40+ years of experience but mishandled furniture”
“Lack of care and professionalism shown in handling items.”
“Completely incompetent and negligent.”
“Incompetent and negligent behavior.”
10. Conflict Handling
5/10
Nationwide Average: 4.07/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“management made things right after complaints”
“offered the bare minimum in compensation”
“Unwilling to right the wrong, despite clear video evidence.”
“declined compensation for missing items”
11. Precision & Care
7.62/10
Nationwide Average: 8.01/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“resulting in irreparable damage to the corner”
“The furniture was damaged during the move.”
“they broke a glass shelf”
“Lost and broke things.”
Great Crew Members
| Russell | Russell is recommended instead. |
| Russell | Russell should be tried instead. |
| Edwin, Clever | they were extraordinarily careful, helpful, courteous |
| Fernando, Adam, Juan, Edgar | took great care of my belongings and were professional |
| Melissa | great assistance with moving emergency |
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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