Checking a mover in Texas

Moving within Texas: state license

Regulator

Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV), Motor Carrier Division

License

TxDMV household goods certificate (43 TAC Chapter 218)

Look up a mover

TxDMV Truck Stop (search a mover's certificate)

Complaints

TxDMV complaint system

Contact

TxDMV Enforcement: 1-888-368-4689, TruckStop@TxDMV.gov. TxDMV can tell you a mover's complaint history by phone.

Rules from the state

• Movers must be licensed by both TxDMV and USDOT. In Truck Stop, an "Active" certificate status means the mover is licensed. Source
• An intrastate household goods mover must hold an active TxDMV certificate under 43 TAC Chapter 218. Source
• The mover must give you a written proposal before loading. It can be binding or not-to-exceed. Source
• Unless you buy more coverage, the mover's liability can be limited to 60 cents per pound per item. Source
• File a loss or damage claim in writing within 90 days of delivery. The mover must acknowledge it within 23 days and pay, deny, or make an offer within 90 days. Source
• If the claim is not resolved, you can request mediation within 35 days. Source

Checked October 24, 2026 on the agency’s own site. The movers below are listed from FMCSA (federal) data; this site does not show whether each one also holds the Texas state license. Confirm that with the state lookup above.