Moving in South Carolina: Regulations, Rights & Costs
Everything you need before hiring a mover in South Carolina — the regulator, how to verify a license, where to complain, your protections, and typical local move costs.
Who regulates movers in South Carolina?
South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff – Transportation (under Public Service Commission) (SC ORS)
- License required (intrastate): Yes
- License lookup: verify a mover
- Deposit cap: No specific state deposit cap identified; verify with SC ORS.
How to file a complaint in South Carolina
Online: https://ors.sc.gov
Phone: 1-803-737-5230
Mail: SC Office of Regulatory Staff, 10131 Wilson Blvd, Blythewood, SC 29016
For interstate moves, also use FMCSA (1-888-368-7238) and the DOT OIG (1-800-424-9071). Full guide.
Your consumer protections in South Carolina
- Movers must hold a Class E Certificate of Public Convenience & Necessity from ORS
- Must file a published tariff and offer standard released-value coverage
- Consumer complaints via ORS Motor Carrier Services
Key statutes & rules
- South Carolina Code Ann. § 58-23-590 and § 58-23-1010
- S.C. Code Regs. 103-133, 103-192 (Class E Certificate of PC&N)
South Carolina regulates intrastate household goods movers through the ORS (PSC). The regulated carrier list is published under 'Class E'.
Typical local move cost in South Carolina
Local move estimate for South region (2 movers + truck, excludes packing/materials). Figures are model estimates, not quotes.
| Home size | Estimated range |
|---|---|
| Studio | $278 – $893 |
| 1 bed | $361 – $1,279 |
| 2 bed | $527 – $1,859 |
| 3 bed | $692 – $2,438 |
| 4 bed | $858 – $3,018 |
Estimates use the ReloFig model (BLS wages × regional × South factor). Always get three written quotes. Methodology.
Cities in South Carolina
Sources: www.mx.trustedmovepro.com positivemovesmyrtlebeach.com . ReloFig does not sell your information.