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Stark Moving & Storage

Mover · Waltham, MA · reviewed since 2024

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%100+69.2Reliability 31%97+29.8Experts Score= 99Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#22 of 218 moversPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 90%
5.0 ★★★★★ 104 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Stark Moving & Storage at a glance

Customers consistently praise Stark Moving & Storage for punctuality, efficient handling of delicate items, and fair pricing. Reviewers highlight the team's professionalism and careful attention to detail during local and long-distance relocations. The company received a perfect 5.0 rating from 104 reviews, with no significant criticisms noted in the provided excerpts.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 104 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 104 Google reviews (104 with written comments, 25 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 17, 2026.
  • Service: Mover serving Waltham, Massachusetts.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other movers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: satisfaction and momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction100Reliability97Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 100 (median 93)Reliability: 97 (median 90)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Stark Moving & StorageMovers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Stark Moving & Storage: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
100
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Stark Moving & Storage: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
97
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 93.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Stark Moving & Storage: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 81.–
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Star ratings

104 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars104100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 104 written reviews

  • Praise24698%
  • Complaints52%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Would recommend6325%
  • Staff & attitude5924%
  • Speed & response4317%
  • Quality & results3715%
  • Price & value208%
  • Honesty & trust198%
  • Communication104%

What customers talk about

We read 104 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Highly recommend for anyone needing a reliable moving company!”
    “Fantastic job, can't recommend this company enough!”
  • “They also were kind enough to help move some of our stuff up the stairs in our new house.”
  • “They were able to do a last-minute move for me moving my elliptical - they disassembled, moved, and reassembled it smoothly and carefully - and quickly!”
  • “Stark Moving and Storage LLC provided outstanding service from start to finish.”
    “…about stark moving compared to another company I use in the past was horrible…”
  • “I really appreciated their professionalism and the price is fair 👍”
  • “I highly recommend Stark moving and storage LLC to anyone in need of reliable & professional moving services.”
  • “They were fast on time and super easy to work with.”

People customers mention

  • Boston 5 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

elizabeth2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

They were able to do a last-minute move for me moving my elliptical - they disassembled, moved, and reassembled it smoothly and carefully - and quickly! They were great!

JosephLocal Guide · 9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Fantastic job, can't recommend this company enough! Professionally packed and stored.

Customer photo from Joseph's reviewCustomer photo from Joseph's review
Atul3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Stark Moving was the best decision we could have made for our move. They arrived on time and were very quick in moving all our stuff. They ensured that everything was packed well and shipped. They also were kind enough to help move some of our stuff up the stairs in our new house. We would definitely recommend Stark…

JaddenLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Stark Moving and Storage LLC provided outstanding service from start to finish. Their team was punctual, professional, and handled my belongings with great care. The move was efficient and stress-free, with everything arriving in perfect condition. Highly recommend for anyone needing a reliable moving company!

Russ6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

By far the best moving company I have ever used. I highly recommend anyone who is moving or needs something moved go no further this is it.

Malvin2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Exceeded my expectations, they made moving so much easier. They arrived on time and handled all of my belongings with care. I really appreciated their professionalism and the price is fair 👍

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 104 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Team members customers mention
Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
Kevin Huang8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kevin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Amazing speed and personality.

elizabeth mahoney2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews elizabeth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They were able to do a last-minute move for me moving my elliptical - they disassembled, moved, and reassembled it smoothly and carefully - and quickly! They were great!

Samsung NoteLocal Guide · 87 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Samsung has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Sergey and his Team were always quick and efficient

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Small furniture moving, Local moving
Nicole Capodilupo3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nicole has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Amazing service!

Stephanie Saccharify1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Stephanie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great experience!

Matt Lupo4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Matt has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Very thorough and took great care of our items. Would definitely use again!

Joseph BurkeLocal Guide · 9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joseph has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Fantastic job, can't recommend this company enough! Professionally packed and stored.

Atul Takekar3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Atul has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Stark Moving was the best decision we could have made for our move. They arrived on time and were very quick in moving all our stuff. They ensured that everything was packed well and shipped. They also were kind enough to help move some of our stuff up the stairs in our new house. We would definitely recommend Stark Moving!! Great job team. Special thanks to Maxim and Tamik!!

Jadden BryantLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jadden has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Stark Moving and Storage LLC provided outstanding service from start to finish. Their team was punctual, professional, and handled my belongings with great care. The move was efficient and stress-free, with everything arriving in perfect condition. Highly recommend for anyone needing a reliable moving company!

Russ alan6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Russ has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

By far the best moving company I have ever used. I highly recommend anyone who is moving or needs something moved go no further this is it.

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