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Jay's Small Moves
4.9(
177
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jay's Small Moves was punctual and arrived right on time at 8am, which I was extremely surprised about especially since it was a Saturday. I was worried about the items that couldn't be put in a box (i.e. large lamps, computer tower, bathroom mats, etc.), but they have large "speed-pak" boxes where they carefully pack the "loose" items in. The team had lots of blankets (for the TV, mirrors, etc.) and shrink wrap (for desks, futon, sofa, etc.). We didn't have our bed disassembled before they arrived, but not to worry because one of the movers did it for us. They have the tools and they are very well experienced because one person disassembled the bed within 10-15 minutes. Needless to say I was impressed. Packing took around a little over a hour and a half and getting to the house took around another half hour. Upon arrival at the house, the team was quick to unload, but also extremely careful about not scratching the walls or leaving any scuff marks on the wood floor. The bed frame was reassembled within 10 minutes (*mind blown*) and they finished unloading within 45 minutes or so. While unloading, they were very attentive to where boxes need to go (boxes labeled kitchen went to the kitchen, etc.). All in all, my wife and I were very surprised at the efficiency and professionalism of the workers. While they are priced $10/hr higher than other movers, I would gladly pay the additional money for the level of service. **As a side note, we provided 3 cold bottles of water for the team - I think this goes a long way!"
Jay's Small Moves Truck
Tight Fit
Your Family Movers
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Best Quality Movers, LLC
4.6(
216
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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall, my experience was very good. The person who helped me with my quote was responsive and personable. We did have some communication issues regarding some of the items we wanted moved. We crews that helped us with the physical move worked very hard and provided solutions when issues came up. The single recommendation I could provide to anyone is be 100% sure everything you want to move is on the digital inventory at least 5 days before moving day. The day of the move, I found things were missing on the digital inventory even though we talked about it."
Professional Moving from Best Quality Movers
Commercial Moving from Best Quality Movers
Professional Packing by Best Quality Movers
Moving of a House
Property Protection

+27

Response time8 hrs
185 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
4.8(
424
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All Service Moving was exceptional. Great customer service - easy to schedule and flexible. Royce & Frost did an AMAZING job moving all of our very heavy and fragile belongings. They handled all of our requests and items with care and worked both efficiently and quickly. They were super friendly and very customer service oriented. I can't thank them enough for the GREAT job they did. I highly recommend All Service Moving for anything moving and/or storage related. And DEFINITELY request Royce & Frost to handle your job. Thank You!"
Unloading team
Aaron on the left is the crew lead of the entire two truck job. This photo is during the load.
The loading team at commercial building 1 in SW Portland.
Loading the grand Piano with a custom built 6 wheel off road dolly
Tier building

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alexander Trucking & Moving
5.0(
81
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-StateProfessional Moving Service - Piano

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’ve moved around quite a bit in the Bay Area and I can say that by far Alexander Moving is the best moving company and team that I’ve hired. They’re punctual, professional, and very communicative. Another reason they’re a great moving company is they’re great at wrapping fragile items, as well as TVs and furniture. I highly recommend Alexander Moving."
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+131

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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Long Distance Movers USA
5.0(
83
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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company moved my belongings from McKinney Texas to Chicago Illinois a couple of months ago. The guys packed our one bedroom apartment very professionally and quickly. I would recommend this company to my friends."
LD Movers
LD Movers
LD Movers
LD Movers
LD Movers

+2

Response time3 days
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Red Carpet Moving and Storage, Inc.
4.7(
135
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Moving In-State

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The moving team was on time, very careful and diligent in their work. These are guys real pros! I have moved 9 or 10 times in my career, this is the first move ever with no damage claims to process. I highly recommend Red Carpet Moving, be sure to ask for Sal."
Bulky Items
Bulky Items
Bulky Items
Furniture Protection
Employees

+10

Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Quantum Moving
4.9(
40
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Truck or Container RentalMoving In-State

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Quantum Moving was great. They immediately responded to my request to move some things and were there the next day. Their employees were so polite and efficient and Dan the owner was great. I would recommend them to anyone."
Baby Grand Piano with ease
Quantum Moving Truck - Toyota Hino 2011
Big Move - 2 Trucks
James - Master Mover at Work Packing Dishes
Nunu Moving a cabinet - He is very strong!

+2

Response time9 hrs
Response rate89%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Moving questions, answered by experts

You can’t start preparing for movers too soon. Some steps, like scheduling the movers and arranging for pet care, need to happen months ahead to fit into busy schedules, especially if you’re moving during on-season.

Several weeks ahead of the moving date, start packing lesser-used rooms and supplies. As the moving day gets closer, move your packing toward more and more essential rooms until only a few necessities are left on the day ahead of the move.

Logistics companies are responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the transportation of goods. They serve various clients and industries, typically offering truck, air, or ocean freight transportation. Movers, on the other hand, usually only serve individuals or small businesses. They are the professionals responsible for physically executing the move, performing tasks such as packing, loading, transporting, and unloading belongings. 

The most cost-effective way to move is to DIY most of the moving tasks, including packing, driving the moving truck, and loading and unloading. While DIY moving is typically the least expensive option, it makes the process much more time-consuming and difficult. To eliminate some of the physical and time stress associated with DIY moves, consider hiring professional movers for the most essential tasks, such as loading and unloading furniture, and completing easier tasks on your own.

The average cost to hire professional movers is approximately $1,700, but the total price can range from as low as $920 to over $12,000 depending on the move's complexity. For local moves, typically under 100 miles, costs generally fall between $920 and $2,530. Long-distance moves are more expensive, with prices ranging from $2,700 to $10,000 or more.

Several key factors influence the final cost:

  • Distance and Home Size: The mileage of the move and the size of your home.

  • Number of Movers: Hourly rates can range from $25 to $50 for one or two movers, increasing to $100 to $200 for a team of four or more.

  • Services: Additional services like packing, unpacking, and storage will add to the cost.

  • Specialty Items: Moving large or delicate items such as pianos, vehicles, or large aquariums incurs extra charges.

  • Timing and Access: The time of year, your specific moving date, and the ease of access to your home can affect rates.

Don’t forget to account for other potential costs like moving supplies and tipping your movers.

In most cases, you don’t need to order food for movers. They will schedule breaks to eat throughout the day. However, you can provide drinks and snacks in an easy-to-access location for the movers to grab throughout the day.

The Berkeley, CA homeowners’ guide to moving services

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