With locations in Buena Park and Thousand Palms, Merit Moving Systems, Inc. has proudly served Southern California for over 60 years. It is an industry-leading residential and commercial mover focusing on high-value products requiring customer service excellence, knowledge of global logistics, quality storage facilities, and fragile packing and shipping services. Merit Moving Systems is committed to meeting your needs with solutions tailored to your specific requirements. An agent for United Van Lines, it has the expertise and a nationwide network of resources to efficiently handle international cargo, making it one of the top cross-border moving companies in the country today. This reliable mover has you covered no matter where you are going or what you are shipping. Founded in 1958, Merit Moving Systems is a certified ProMover with the American Moving and Storage Association. For residents on the move, there are experienced movers serving Indio, CA to help with your relocation needs.
Merit Moving Systems, Inc.
Ranked Top 10 Best Movers in Indio, CA
The Great Guys Moving Rating Index (GGMRI) is an impartial score of the best movers in a city.About Merit Moving Systems, Inc.
Additional Cities Served: Hemet, Redlands, Cathedral City, Yucaipa, Palm Desert, San Jacinto, Palm SpringsShow More >
Moving Services
- Residential Movers
- Commercial Logistics
- Storage
- International Move
- Specialized Move
- Packing Services
- Local Movers
- Long Distance Movers
- Military Movers
- Professional Packing Services
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Customer Reviews of Merit Moving Systems, Inc.
We analyzed and organized the customer reviews of Merit Moving Systems, Inc. in Indio, CA using our proven 11-point rating system. Our rigorous evaluation process ranks each customer review for Merit Moving Systems, Inc. based on 11 crucial aspects of the moving experience. Here is what customers had to say about their moving experience:
1. Quality
Nationwide Average: 8.44/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“truly exceptional service”
“Kevin was an absolute professional”
“team worked hard”
“this was a nightmare experience”
2. Punctuality
Nationwide Average: 8.07/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Kevin arrived on time”
“delivered on time”
“were able to come a day early to accommodate”
“timed perfectly to get belongings there on time”
3. Affordability
Nationwide Average: 7.69/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“a tad more expensive but worth the cost”
“Merit was by far the best for...price”
“I considered their pricing to be entirely reasonable”
“comparable in pricing to PODS”
4. Communication
Nationwide Average: 7.53/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Alyson took charge of all communications”
“were in contact with us for the whole moving process”
“Move coordinator Alyson was responsive”
“kept in touch throughout the whole process”
5. Stick to Prices
Nationwide Average: 5.99/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Mayflower denied claim after long back and forth”
“charged an extra $1500 for a shuttle at both ends”
“Everything went exactly as planned.”
“No surprises on price”
6. Speed
Nationwide Average: 8.58/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“Move process smooth and easy”
“quick to work”
“quick move”
“crews were incredibly efficient”
7. Friendliness
Nationwide Average: 8.91/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“No respect for our stuff”
“Alyson was incredibly kind and helpful”
“extremely professional and personable”
“everyone provided incredible customer service”
8. Will Hire Again
Nationwide Average: 8.18/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“will continue to enthusiastically recommend”
“highly recommend their services”
“will obviously never use them again”
“will definitely be using them again”
9. Professionalism
Nationwide Average: 8.31/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“professionalism and expertise were impressive”
“Kevin and Alyson showed exceptional professionalism”
“constant issues and denied responsibility”
“like a fine oiled machine”
10. Conflict Handling
Nationwide Average: 4.07/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“shipped misplaced wardrobe promptly”
“movers stole items and Mayflower refused to compensate”
“error not corrected after 4 months”
“did not help find missing boxes”
11. Precision & Care
Nationwide Average: 8.01/10
Recent Reviews Mention...
“packers worked with great delicacy”
“items arrived damaged and a dining set was stolen”
“took such good care of our things”
“safe and careful transfer of our medical offices”
Customer Insights
Interstate Move Duration: 10 days from 3 reviews
Great Crew Members
| Kevin, Alyson | exceptional professionalism and communication |
| Kevin, Alyson | provided excellent service and considered all details |
| Alyson | Alyson made the move such a breeze |
| Kevin,Allison | spoke about quote and kept in touch throughout the move |
| Alyson, Kevin, Jose Sr., Jeff | Alyson exceptional in coordination, Kevin helpful, Jose Sr. and Jeff outstanding |
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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- No Paid Placements: Every company earns its spot through merit, not payment.
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