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David Tang
Jul 22, 2026
Long-distance move from Ames, IA to Fargo, ND

Bait-and-Switch: Unlawful 82% Price Increase After Loading

TLDR:

1. Do not use Mid-American Moving.

2. If you already hired them, read your contract line by line before signing anything.

3. If they overcharge you or hold your items, immediately report them to the FMCSA National Consumer Complaint Database.

4. Don't trust all the 5 star reviews, they can be fake/bought

Avoid Mid-American Moving (USDOT: 3181246, MC: 126479) at all costs. They engage in a textbook illegal moving scam: loading your entire life onto a truck and then demanding thousands of dollars more than your binding contract.

A month before my interstate move from Iowa to North Dakota, I paid a $450 deposit. Three days before loading, I completed a thorough inventory review with them to ensure total accuracy. They issued me a binding not-to-exceed estimate of $2,825.00 for 521 cubic feet of stuff.

On loading day (June 28), the crew completely loaded my household goods onto the truck. They did not mention that our things would exceed the cubic feet listed on the moving estimate and did not send a revised estimate before loading. After loading, I paid the agreed-upon $1,187 (half of the remaining valid balance). However, the next evening (June 29), the company emailed a Bill of Lading (BOL) unilaterally inflating my volume from 521 to 778 cubic feet, driving the total price up to $5,153.56. They explicitly stated that if I did not sign and pay an immediate extra $946.78, my shipment would be withheld.

Fearing they would hold my items hostage and hit me with unauthorized storage fees, I was forced to sign their non-compliant contract under duress. My wife, our 2-year-old son, and I were stranded in a new state with nothing, forced to sleep in sleeping bags on the floor for 5 days while waiting for our delivery. When I demanded the physical inventory document to verify how they magically added 250+ cubic feet, they promised to send it but never did.

To make matters worse, when the truck arrived on July 5, my items were packed into a ~1,600-cubic-foot truck shared with two other families. My belongings took up roughly a third of the space (~533 cubic feet), proving they outright fabricated the 778 cubic feet metric to extract an extra $2,328.56 from my family.

Under federal regulation 49 CFR § 375.403, a mover is strictly prohibited from altering a binding estimate after a shipment is loaded. They broke federal law, violated their own contract terms, fabricated measurements, and used extortion tactics to force a signature.

According to USDOT records, they only own/lease 1 truck tractor and 1 trailer (For comparison, an established carrier like Allied Van Lines operates thousands of vehicles). They rely on rental trucks to move our lives. My items were picked up in an unlabeled truck and delivered in a rented Penske truck. They also only operate with 4 certified CDL drivers. Meaning they could take a long time to deliver your items during peak moving seasons. The only, ONLY plus about this company is the movers themselves. Brant and team picked up our things and unloaded everything professionally and were easy to work with. Unfortunately, they are only being paid pennies.

I have filed a formal complaint with FMCSA. Save your family from the absolute nightmare, financial stress, and illegal extortion. Hire a reputable, honest moving company. Mid-American Moving cannot be trusted. Please do not trust all the 5-star reviews, as they can be bought or fabricated.

Move size: 3 Bedroom Home Service cost: $5100

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Larry Valenzuela
Apr 22, 2025
Long-distance move from Battle Ground, IN to Grand Forks, ND

Cheerful Movers!

When we hired movers for our move to a new city, we were hoping for a seamless experience, and that's exactly what we got from MidAmerican Moving. From the first call to the final carton being unloaded, the team handled everything with the utmost care. They made sure our items were safely packed and arrived on time. We couldn’t have asked for anyone else!

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $4360

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Rickey Munoz
Mar 24, 2025
Long-distance move from Black Eagle, MT to Devils Lake, ND

They handled all my stuff with care

Highly recommend MidAmerican Moving for anyone planning a move! I had some delicate items, including artwork, and was at my wits’ end about how they’d handle it. Thankfully, the crew went above and beyond, and used extra protective materials along with labeling everything clearly. Nothing was harmed in the slightest! I can’t thank them enough for their careful handling and professionalism!

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $3360

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Milton Medley
Mar 28, 2026
Long-distance move from Iowa to Maryland

Thank you Jon

Great experience overall. The crew was friendly, professional, and easy to work with. I was very pleased with how everything was handled from start to finish.

Working with Jon was especially pleasant. He got me a great deal on pricing and helped me avoid booking with a brokerage, which I really appreciated.

There was some minor damage at delivery, but customer service was responsive and resolved the issue quickly.

Move size: 3 Bedroom Home Service cost: $7500

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Micaela Bloom
Oct 09, 2024
Local move within Des Moines, IA

Great fit!

Mid-American take excellent care of your belongings. I stored my items with them for nearly four years, and when it was time for everything to be moved back, they did a fantastic job. Everything arrived in the same condition as it left, and nothing was damaged during the process. They really know how to handle things with care.

The team was polite and professional throughout, and they worked diligently once they arrived. I appreciated how they carefully managed all of my possessions, especially since I had a few delicate items like books and personal memorabilia. Even though a few of my books ended up getting wet during the move, I have to say that overall, the way they handled my stuff was impressive.

Alex dispatcher also kept me informed along the way. They gave me a call shortly before the movers were en route, which was helpful, so I knew when to expect them. If you’re looking for a company that prioritizes the safe handling of your things and has polite staff, Mid-American could be a great fit! Just make sure to plan accordingly, and they’ll do the rest.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $950

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Jonathan Hawley
Apr 03, 2025
Long-distance move from Banner Elk, NC to Bass Harbor, ME

Hassle-free moving experience.

Thank you to all at MidAmerican Moving. My father had to go into a care home today. Some of his items from his flat went to the care home, and the other items went back to mine. From start to finish, there was no problem. If we ever need a moving company in the future, I will 100% use them again.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $3890

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Jeffrey Roberts
Apr 03, 2025
Long-distance move from Balsam Grove, NC to Saint Louis, MO

They were fantastic from start to finish.

I have to big up MidAmerican Moving, they restored my faith in the moving industry. Disaster after disaster might no longer have to be the case! It turned out to be a cool relocation. Everything showed up in great condition. I like the way the guys pad up the furniture, it makes you feel safe.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $4890

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Mary Sim
Apr 06, 2025
Long-distance move from Des Moines, IA to San Diego, CA

Excellent Long-Distance Move

Excellent Long-Distance Move with MidAmerican Moving – IA to San Diego

I used MidAmerican Moving for a long-distance relocation from Iowa to San Diego, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. From the very beginning, their team was professional, responsive, and easy to work with.

The quoting process was transparent and fair—no last-minute surprises or hidden fees. On moving day, the crew arrived right on time and handled everything with care and efficiency. They were respectful of both my time and my belongings, and I really appreciated how well they wrapped and protected the more fragile items.

The delivery to San Diego was prompt, and all of my things arrived in great condition. It’s rare to find a moving company that actually delivers on what they promise, but MidAmerican Moving did just that.

If you’re looking for a reliable and trustworthy company for a long-distance move, I highly recommend giving them a call. They made what could have been a very stressful process feel smooth and under control.

Move size: 1 Bedroom Home Service cost: $2500

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Terrance Sanchez
Apr 09, 2025
Long-distance move from Squirrel, ID to Myrtle Beach, SC

They Took great care off My items

It was a rainy day, my mover company backed out but the house owner already invited the new family as our replacement, we had nowhere to ho and no time to waste in few minutes our furniture could ne drowning in water and all wasted, in this stressful state I called on MidAmerican Moving and they seemed angels to me at that point. The way they instantly showed up and covered me, took care of my possessions and dedicatedly helped us with the move was uncommon. Gratitude!

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $3260

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Donnie Moore
Apr 17, 2025
Long-distance move from Armstrong Creek, WI to Germantown, MD

Excellent bargain.

The mover worked quickly and carefully with our things, wrapping each one carefully. Once more, the delivery team was polite and took extra care to make sure the box got there unharmed. It was nice that they put together our beds, cooking table, and dining room table.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $4540

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John Ford
Apr 17, 2025
Long-distance move from Morganza, MD to Randolph, UT

5 star communication!

I was hesitant about hiring movers, but this crew blew me away with their professionalism. They took great care with my boxes of fragile kitchenware, layering bubble wrap and blankets. I appreciated how they asked questions when they weren’t sure where I wanted something placed, instead of just dumping boxes anywhere. Plus, the team had great energy and were really personable, making the whole day less stressful.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $4500

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Robert Davis
Apr 18, 2025
Long-distance move from Bay Village, OH to Hope Valley, RI

Humble and Able Team!

It was easy to make plans because MidAmerican Moving always showed up when they said they would. The movers were careful, polite, and hardworking the whole time. The way they worked wouldn't stop me from using them again, especially since this was my first time using them.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $3455

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Roger Barbosa
Apr 24, 2025
Long-distance move from Alta Vista, IA to Canton Center, CT

Very smoothly and tension-free

We’ve relocated a lot with moving companies before, and we’ve had our share of mishaps before. But this company was different from the start. The crew was friendly, organized, and genuinely seemed to enjoy what they were doing. They packed quickly but carefully, worked together in perfect harmony, and even offered to rearrange furniture after delivery until it felt just right. We wouldn’t think twice about hiring them again!

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $3850

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Marty Porter
Apr 25, 2025
Long-distance move from Lake Stevens, WA to Fairfield, CT

I wouldn’t hesitate to hire them!

I was moving out of a 5th floor walk-up, and I wasn’t expecting anything good, but this company’s movers pulled through. They wrapped every single piece of furniture, including my old desk with uneven legs, with remarkable level of care. Everything was carefully secured in the truck and delivered intact. In case I ever plan on moving again, I wouldn’t hesitate to hire them!

Move size: 3 Bedroom Home Service cost: $5347

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Salar Amin
Mar 22, 2025
Long-distance move from Bellevue, WA to Youngstown, OH

Smooth, Stress-Free Move with MidAmerican Moving! ?✨

MidAmerican Moving made my move an absolute breeze! From start to finish, their team was professional, efficient, and incredibly careful with my belongings. I was moving from a high-rise apartment to a house, and I was worried about getting my heavy furniture down multiple flights of stairs. But the movers handled everything with ease, wrapping and securing my items to ensure nothing was damaged They arrived right on time, worked quickly without cutting corners, and even helped me arrange my furniture in my new place. Their friendly attitude and attention to detail really set them apart. Moving is usually stressful, but MidAmerican Moving turned it into a smooth, hassle-free experience. If you’re looking for reliable movers who truly care about your belongings, look no further. Highly recommend! ??

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $2580

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Trevor Stewart
Mar 28, 2025
Long-distance move from Beaver Dam, KY to North Las Vegas, NV

We wish you all the very best!

MidAmerican Moving helped me move out of my apartment and I could not be more thankful for their help. They were incredibly kind, fun, and very careful with all of my stuff. They organized it into my storage unit, and even arranged it so I had extra room. All of them were great at their jobs, and they made a very stressful process much easier. 10/10.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $4255

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Franklin Jones
Apr 02, 2025
Long-distance move from Big Springs, NE to Center Barnstead, NH

This guys are pros

They showed up on time, did an excellent job of informing us on the procedure and the required paperwork before we got started, and kept up a steady pace of precision and production throughout the task. We are quite pleased with our decision to go with MidAmerican Moving.

Move size: 3 Bedroom Home Service cost: $5890

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James Partridge
Mar 07, 2025
Long-distance move from Ages Brookside, KY to Asbury Park, NJ

Excellent bargain

From start to finish, everything went smoothly with a great team of four people. They packed things we'd left to the last minute and were impressively skilled at fitting all the stuff we brought from our previous house into a smaller maisonette. They worked with efficiency, speed, and good humor, and we have no hesitation in recommending MidAmerican Moving to anyone wanting to get through the process of moving with as little stress as possible.

Move size: 1 Bedroom Home Service cost: $3025

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Nathaniel Roberts
Jun 16, 2025
Local move from Glenwood, IA to Waukee, IA

Do not recommend

This company is ok if you have double or triple the quote given. We were quoted a really good price for moving halfway across Iowa. $4,600 for the move. This included a partial pack and delivery and reassemble the furniture. They seemed nice. The first day the movers wanted us to buy them lunch and did the same the second day. They purchased used boxes for our move and used at least half a roll of tape on some of the boxes. Extremely waste full. Two days after we scheduled for delivery, they sent us an invoice for an additional $5,900. They would not deliver until it was paid. We told them we would pay the balance when our stuff was delivered but they insisted they would not deliver until we paid the additional cost that was not quoted. I know it was just a quote, but to miss the mark by over half is not good. They would not work with us until we got the local law enforcement involved. This review would be slightly better if they had just delivered when they said they would and not held our household goods ransom. We even told them we would square up the bill when they delivered. I am guessing this is not the first time they have done this to someone. I do not recommend they seem to be operating on miscommunication, deceit and bad faith.

Move size: 4 Bedroom Home Service cost: $11000

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Timothy I Jacob
Jan 29, 2026
Long-distance move from Canton Center, CT to Ashburn, VA

Lou and his partner were AMAZING!!

Lou and his partner were absolutely AMAZING from start to finish! They worked efficiently, handled everything with great care, and were incredibly friendly, professional, and knowledgeable throughout the entire move. They made what could have been a stressful day feel smooth and easy. I would 100% recommend using MidAmerican Movers to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality service!

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $3450

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Richard Mclellan
Feb 01, 2026
Long-distance move from Bloomfield, NJ to Tampa, FL

A Truly Stress-Free Moving Experience

From the first phone call, MidAmerican Moving was professional, clear, and easy to work with. Scheduling was simple, pricing was honest, and there were no surprises. On moving day, the crew arrived on time, worked efficiently, and treated my furniture and boxes with real care. They communicated well, stayed positive, and handled everything like true professionals. Nothing was damaged or lost, and the final cost matched the estimate. This company made a stressful move feel smooth, reliable, and well organized.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $2550

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Anthony Rees
Feb 03, 2026
Long-distance move from Winchester, KY to Santa Fe, NM

They made a stressful move feel simple and smooth.

From start to finish, Mid-American Moving was professional and easy to work with. The team was organized, friendly, and extremely efficient. They made a stressful move feel simple and smooth. I will definitely recommend their services to my relatives and neighbors.

Move size: 1 Bedroom Home Service cost: $2170

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William Harris
Jan 17, 2026
Long-distance move from Salt Lake City, UT to Johnston, IA

Great guys, would definitely pick again.

Great guys, would definitely pick again. The owner, was very flexible with my personal and financial needs for my move. Everything I gave them was wrapped so professionally and I feel very comfortable that my stuff will be in good shape (have not had delivery yet). Great communication too, a lot of the times I feel like once I give some money these companies no longer care about me but that’s not how MidAmerican Moving does it.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $2740

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Emily Chang
Nov 20, 2025
Long-distance move from Los Angeles, CA to Miami, FL

I'd absolutely recommend them!

This was actually my second time using them, and once again they were amazing! They showed up right on time and were super professional the whole way through. Everything was wrapped and packed so carefully. They kept checking in with me before moving things and made sure everything was exactly where I wanted it. The whole process felt easy and smooth.

The team was also friendly, respectful, and just really great to work with. Such a great experience from start to finish. I'd absolutely recommend them!

Move size: 1 Bedroom Home Service cost: $2540

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Howard Rodgers
Nov 22, 2025
Long-distance move from Dallas, TX to Oklahoma City, OK

I’m grateful for the outstanding work they did.

I’ve never had any reason to be dissatisfied with the service I received from MidAmerican Moving. The team they sent was incredibly energetic, skilled, and professional—truly impressive in every way. They even offered helpful guidance on how to manage my move more effectively, and their advice made the entire process smooth, successful, and surprisingly enjoyable. I’m grateful for the outstanding work they did.

Move size: 2 Bedroom Home Service cost: $1750

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