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Top-Rated Movers in Santa Monica - Updated Nov 2026

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Best Quality Movers, LLC
4.6(
216
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Moving Out-of-State

Serving Santa Monica, 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
158 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Long Distance Moving - All Service Moving
4.8(
427
)
Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Utilizing All Service Moving for the move was a very positive experience. They had good communication, answering several questions prior to the move and did a final confirmation just prior to the move date. As for the physical move itself, Jose, Abraham, and Alberto were polite, diligent, and careful moving the many items, and managed to complete the move more quickly than anticipated."
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%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Affordable Piano Movers & Storage
4.9(
125
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Professional Moving Service - Piano

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The move couldn't have gone better. Communication was excellent, and the timing of the move went exactly as expected. The gentlemen who performed the move were friendly, professional, and very careful. Their experience was very evident. I would definitely hire Affordable Piano Movers again, should the need to move my piano comes up. A+++++"
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A Guy & His Truck Moving
5.0(
23
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Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Zaya and Angelo were the best movers I’ve ever hired! These two guys were professional and very understanding of situation. I was moving out after a break up so the situation required elements of delicacy and these guys delivered. They were fast, above and beyond helpful and trustworthy. Can’t find better service all around!!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kobe Moving
4.7(
461
)
Moving In-StateMoving Out-of-State

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Skilled and professional moving workers, proceeding the moving project on time, efficiently, and mistake-free. The cost is fairly reasonable. Happiest ever moving experience, thank you, Kobe Moving!"
Loaded and ready to roll
Grandfather  clock
Grandfather clock
Triple  Dresser
Large Sofa

+32

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
205 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Perfectly Fast Moving, LLC
4.4(
480
)
Moving Out-of-State

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great moving company! Everything was fast, smooth, and professional. Friendly team handled items with care. Highly recommend Perfectly Fast Moving for a stress-free move!"
Hotel
Moving Crew
Hard at Work
Hardworking Crew
Boxes

+3

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
1776 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Moving FAQs, answered by experts

Moving a washer and dryer can be difficult due to the appliances’ weight and size. If you need to move these appliances up or down stairs, then it will be more challenging. It also depends on the type of dryer you have, as a gas dryer is more complicated to disconnect than an electric dryer. The difficulty of the task also depends on whether you’re easily wheeling the washer and dryer up a moving truck’s loading ramp or lifting them yourself.

You can save money when moving by packing and moving items yourself. You can also find ways to cut costs by shopping for packing supplies at discounted stores and getting free moving boxes instead of purchasing them. It also pays off to declutter your belongings prior to starting the moving process. Remember, the fewer items you have, the fewer packing supplies you have to buy, and you can rent a smaller moving truck or container, too.

Tipping movers is not mandatory, and most professional companies do not expect it. However, it is a common way to show appreciation for their hard work and the care they take with your belongings and home. A standard tip is between 10% and 20% of your total bill, split among the crew, or about $10 per mover per hour, tipped individually. It's an especially good idea to tip if the movers work in difficult weather, handle specialty items like pianos or pool tables, provide extra packing services, or go above and beyond your expectations.

Yes: Many moving companies also offer packing services, so you can get a quote that covers the entire move from start to finish.

You should consider hiring professional movers for moves that seem too daunting, dangerous, or involve large, heavy objects. The larger your home and the longer the distance, the more likely you are to need professional help. A moving service can take the hardest tasks off your plate and reduce the risk of personal injury. However, if you are only moving a few light items, you can save money by moving on your own and renting a truck. Keep in mind that a DIY move requires significant planning and time. A hybrid option is also available, where you hire movers just to lift and transport heavy items to your vehicle.

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