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Jay's Small Moves
4.9(
177
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Serving San Carlos, 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%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Best Quality Movers, LLC
4.6(
216
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Serving San Carlos, 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."
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Commercial Moving from Best Quality Movers
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Property Protection

+27

Response time8 hrs
195 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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Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had Sam, Bradley, and Mason assist us with a move from one part of King County to the other. They were kind, patient, professional, adhered to CDC COVID-19 guidelines, and made our experience much more pleasant. Moreover, Emma also helped us locate crating and packing materials for the move."
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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Serving San Carlos, 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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Hauling Moses Moving
5.0(
171
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Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service - I obtained several quotes including from my organizations preferred (large multi-national moving companies) but selected Hauling Moses due to much better customer service. They were responsive and prompt in dealing with pre-move issues like certificates of insurance, arrived on time both for packing day and the actual move day and were friendly and very respectful of my stuff. My only advice to anyone moving is make sure the coffee maker is well marked!"
Piano Move
Piano Move
Website Hauling Moses Moving
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+63

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Long Distance Movers USA
5.0(
83
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Serving San Carlos, 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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Serving San Carlos, 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
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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CA Movers
5.0(
162
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Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Thank for helping us move today CA Movers team! Great experience with this kind and careful crew. We got all our things moved efficiently and with keen attention to detail. I'll be recommending this service to folks looking to move!!"
10 foot table
Moving Project
Amir
baby grand piano
9 foot tall mirror

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hauling Moses Moving, Inc.
4.8(
135
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Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hauling Moses did an amazing job with our move! They were friendly, efficient, and thorough. They did a free in-home estimate and had excellent customer service before and during the move. I highly recommend them for moving services!!"
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Hauling Moses Moving

+24

Response time4 hrs
222 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Moving questions, answered by experts

When moving yourself, you should consider the non-monetary costs, such as time spent and physical and mental stress. If you’re packing and moving every box on your own, or with the help of a few volunteers, you can expect the process to take several days or even weeks. While it’s a less expensive option than hiring full-service movers, keep in mind that the process will be much more difficult.

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.

Disassembling a shed before you move it could save space and ease the process of loading it onto a moving vehicle. However, you should only disassemble it if it was designed for the possibility of re-building it at your new home. Consult the original process and materials required to build the shed in the first place when considering this option.

It costs an average of $4,565 to move out of state, but prices vary significantly based on the specifics of your move. Your total price tag will depend on the load size and the distance you’re traveling, but you can expect it to cost significantly more to move out of state than locally.

Planning ahead is essential—this will give you the chance to coordinate your move during weekends or after business hours, and set up essential services in your new office before moving day to minimize downtime. Start by creating a detailed timeline and checklist for every phase of the move, from packing to unpacking. Inform your employees, clients, and vendors about the move well in advance, including any expected disruptions and how you plan to manage them. Delegate responsibilities to ensure all aspects of the move are covered. Lastly, set up the essentials at the new location first to resume operations quickly.

The San Carlos, CA homeowners’ guide to moving services

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