All American Moving - Review by All Movers

When you call up a moving company, you need to know if they can actually handle your specific mess. Are they just driving the truck? Will they pack your unmentionables? Here is what All American Moving brings to the table.

Understanding the process is half the battle. If you know what’s coming, you can’t get blindsided. Here is the workflow I’ve seen with them.

Okay, so you decide to give them a shot. The first step is the quote. You can usually start this online or over the phone.

Here is the critical part: moving quotes.

Most of the initial numbers you see are “ballpark” figures. To get a real number, you need to do an inventory. All American Moving will ask you to list everything. And I mean everything. If you forget to mention the treadmill in the basement or the 20 boxes of books in the attic, your price will change on moving day.

They offer what’s called a binding estimate (or a fixed-price estimate) if you have a finalized inventory. This is the gold standard. You want this. It means if the list doesn’t change, the price doesn’t change.

Their customer support during this phase is usually pretty snappy. They want your business. You’ll likely have a dedicated sales rep walking you through the dates and the deposit. Just be aware: the sales rep is often not the person dispatching the truck. Ask questions now, get everything in writing. If you want to check for other common pitfalls, glance through our checklist on avoiding common moving mistakes.

The big day. The truck pulls up.

First, the foreman (the head mover) will do a walkthrough. He’s checking your stuff against that list you made during booking. If you have more stuff than you said, this is where the dreaded change order happens. That’s a document that says, “Hey, you have more stuff, so we have to charge you more.” It’s legal, but it sucks. Avoid it by being honest upfront.

The crew will wrap your furniture in moving pads (blankets) and tape them up. This is standard protection. Then they play Tetris in the truck. Before finalizing any of the documents on loading day, make sure you take a look over our guide to understanding moving contracts.

For long-distance moves, they will give you a “Bill of Lading.” This is your contract and your receipt. Do not lose this. It has the tracking info and the valuation (insurance) details. Knowing the core legal definitions between a moving company vs broker will keep you safe during long hauls.

If there are customer complaints, they often stem from this phase – specifically regarding timing. Dispatching trucks across the country is hard. Sometimes they get delayed. All American Moving generally tries to keep you updated, but you might have to chase them a bit if the schedule slips.

No company is perfect. Even the best ones drop a box now and then. Here is my honest take on the good and the bad.

Speaking of costs, always ask about the “accessorial fees.” Long carry fees (if the truck can’t get close to the door), elevator fees, stair fees… they add up.

Let’s talk turkey. How much is this going to hurt the wallet? Remember, these are average normalized moving cost estimates. Seasonality (moving in July vs. November) plays a huge role.

I’ve put together this table based on typical industry rates for the type of service All American Moving provides.

You might see an Extra Mile Movers Review out there comparing them. Extra Mile tends to be a bit more boutique, which means better service but often a higher price tag and smaller service area. All American is more of a volume player.

One of the benefits of a larger company is that they usually have hubs in major metro areas. This reduces the cost because they don’t have to drive an empty truck 500 miles just to get to your house.

While they operate nationwide, you’ll typically find their primary logistics hubs in high-traffic states.

• Florida: A major hub for the East Coast corridor.
• California: Handling the West Coast volume.
• Texas: Central hub for cross-country routing.
• New York / NJ: The tri-state area is always busy.

Check their website for the specific depot nearest you. Even if they don’t have an office in your town, they likely have a truck passing through. If you are examining demographic migration loops, look up our study on the top cities people are moving to dynamically.

So, here is the verdict. Is All American Moving the one for you?

It depends on your personality.

If you are someone who wants to hand over the keys and not think about a thing, and you have an unlimited budget, you might want a super-premium van line. But for most of us – families, professionals, people watching our bank accounts – All American Moving sits in a solid middle ground.

They are legitimate. They have the trucks. They know the moving industry. Their claims ratio is likely average for the industry. If you wish to remain vigilant and avoid the typical pitfalls, study our safety reference page on recognizing moving scams.

However, you have to be an active participant. You need to read the contract. You need to verify your inventory. If you do your part, they will likely do theirs very well.

I spent some time reading through a community forum regarding movers, and the client reviews for All American are a mixed bag, which is totally normal. The happy people rarely write reviews; the angry ones always do. The consistent thread I saw was that when things go right, they go very right. Smooth, fast, polite. When things go wrong (delays), communication is the friction point.

Final Verdict: They are a capable, standard carrier. Good for budget-conscious long-distance moves where you can be a little flexible on dates.

If you aren’t feeling it, or if their quote came in too high, here are some other paths you can take.

• Container Moving (PODS / U-Pack): You pack a box, they drive it. This is great if you need storage and want to control the packing timeline. It’s often cheaper than full-service.
• Rental Trucks: The ultimate money saver. But remember, driving a 26-foot truck through the mountains is not for the faint of heart. I did it once. Never again.
• Two Men and a Truck: The fallback option for local or regional hauls where household visibility is crucial.