Lawton Moving & Storage Review
Looking to hire Lawton Moving & Storage? See our detailed 11-point review based on our independent analysis of Lawton Moving & Storage, 44 other Providence moving companies, and 43 moving companies in Rhode Island.
Key Takeaways:
- Overall rating: 7.17 out of 10
- Highest 11-point rating category: Friendliness
- Our rankings and results are unbiased & backed by data… NOT paid promotions
About
Established in 1945, Lawton Moving & Storage is a third-generation, family-owned, and operated moving company providing moving, storage, and packing services to Cranston, RI, and nearby areas. Its full-service moving provisions include residential moving, commercial relocation, distribution and delivery services, long-distance moving, and senior moving. For your storage needs, Lawton has an expansive warehouse facility with fire and theft protection systems to keep your cache of items secure for short or long-term storage. Its packing services also ensure a full-service moving experience with experts capable of packing and transporting goods and valuables to arrive at your new location safely and damage-free. As a seasoned player in the moving sector, the firm enjoys a reputable stature among the movers in Providence, RI. From moving and storing to hoisting and packing, Lawton Moving & Storage is a preferred Providence mover.
Our Research
- Analyzed 78 total reviews
- Reviewed 5 social profiles and review listings
- Checked for license verification at FMCSA
- Crunched 304 data points pertaining to the above
11 Point Rating
| Metric | Score Out of 10 | vs Nationwide Comparison between Lawton Moving & Storage & the average of all
moving companies nationwide | Positive Reviews The total number of reviews that rated the metric positively (a score of 7-10) | Negative Reviews The total number of reviews that rated the metric negatively (a score of 1-6) | Positive Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | 8.30 | ↓ -0.1% | 47 | 9 | 83.9% | |
| Punctuality | 8.03 | ↑ 0.6% | 15 | 4 | 78.9% | |
| Affordability | 6.11 | ↓ -19.3% | 7 | 6 | 53.8% | |
| Communication | 6.13 | ↓ -17.5% | 9 | 7 | 56.3% | |
| Stick to Prices | 5.41 | ↓ -9.3% | 5 | 5 | 50.0% | |
| Speed | 8.32 | ↓ -1.5% | 20 | 4 | 83.3% | |
| Friendliness | 9.15 | ↑ 4.7% | 30 | 2 | 93.8% | |
| Will Hire Again | 7.78 | ↓ -3.3% | 44 | 13 | 77.2% | |
| Professionalism | 7.91 | ↓ -3.3% | 30 | 8 | 78.9% | |
| Conflict Handling | 3.97 | ↓ -2.4% | 3 | 5 | 37.5% | |
| Precision & Care | 7.79 | ↓ -1.8% | 24 | 7 | 77.4% |
Recent Lawton Moving & Storage Reviews
Quality - 8.30/10
Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.
Recent Customer Praises
Recent Customer Complaints
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Punctuality - 8.03/10
Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?
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Affordability - 6.11/10
How affordable was the moving service?
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Communication - 6.13/10
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?
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Stick to Prices - 5.41/10
Was a lowball quote provided to earn business only to see the final moving day price increase substantially?
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Speed - 8.32/10
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!
Recent Customer Praises
Recent Customer Complaints
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Friendliness - 9.15/10
Was the moving crew cordial and friendly to be around on moving day?
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Will Hire Again - 7.78/10
How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again for their next move.
Recent Customer Praises
Recent Customer Complaints
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Professionalism - 7.91/10
Did the moving crew behave in a professional manner on moving day?
Recent Customer Praises
Recent Customer Complaints
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Conflict Handling - 3.97/10
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.
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Precision & Care - 7.79/10
Were walls scratched? Did furniture get scuffed, broken, or lost?
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Additional Details
Moving Services Offered by Lawton Moving & Storage
- Residential Moving
- Commercial Moving
- Delivery Services
- Senior Moving Expertise
Licenses
State & federal license information
USDOT Interstate License
Status: Authorized for Interstate Moves (last checked 6/25/25)- USDOT: 366666
- MC: 151465
- ENTITY TYPE: Carrier
3
Registered Trucks, Tractors, or Vans
3
Registered Drivers
4/23/24
Most Recent USDOT Update
12,000
Annual Interstate Miles (2024)
Detailed Customer Insights
Based on our analysis of Lawton Moving & Storage's customer reviews:
6.5 hrs
Local Move Duration
based on 5 reviews
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Awards
Contact Lawton Moving & Storage
- 110 Crescent Ave, Cranston, RI, 2910
- (401) 861-6699
- https://www.lawtonmoving.com/
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How we ranked the top Rhode Island movers
Why you should trust us
We take reviews seriously to protect people just like you! Our team has been crunching data on moving companies since 2010. Our math-based ranking system uses data, manual review, and statistical analysis to help you hire the best movers in Rhode Island.
Rating Methodology
Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers in Rhode Island:
Our original review-based ranking algorithm
We started with a total of 43 companies that offer moving services in the Rhode Island area.
From these 43 companies, we analyzed a total of 8,836 reviews dating all the way back to February 2007.
We also reviewed a total of 5 state and federal moving licenses from these 43 companies and 162 different 3rd party review and social profiles.
Each of the ~8,000 reviews was scored according to our detailed 11-point rating criteria
This gave us a total of 23,005 data points to compute individual company scores.
Reviews are time-weighted so that more recent reviews carry more weight. This helps you understand how a mover is doing today... not 5 years ago. We have 3,610 Providence moving company data points from the past 2 years that carry more weight.
Bayesian averages calculated to fairly account for the differences between companies that are newer.
The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown
Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Rhode Island moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.
Quality
Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.
Punctuality
Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?
Affordability
How affordable was the moving service?
Communication
Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.
Stick to Prices
Was the final price consistent with the original quote?
Speed
Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.
Friendliness
Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?
Will Hire Again
How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again.
Professionalism
Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?
Conflict Handling
How well the company responds to accidents and issues.
Precision & Care
Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?
