Best 5 Movers in San Ramon, CA

How to Choose the Best Local Mover in San Ramon

Consider each company's cost, licensing, services, and customer reviews before picking.

Determine Your Budget

Local movers in San Ramon charge an average hourly rate of $117. A two-bedroom move in the area costs around $4,575 in total. Factors that affect your actual cost include move distance, the season, your home size, and any additional tasks you need done.

We suggest getting quotes from a minimum of three reputable movers in your area. Get written estimates, which should detail your total cost and the hourly rate or flat fee. Hold onto your moving company's estimate until your move is finished.

Read Customer Reviews

Customer reviews hold significant value when looking for a mover. Take the time to read customer reviews on sites such as social media, Yelp, Google Reviews, the Better Business Bureau, and Trustpilot to find moving companies that prioritize positive customer experiences.

Ensure Proper Licensing

Moving companies in San Ramon must follow different licensing requirements depending on their service area. If you are moving from one California city to another, choose a company that carries a California Bureau of Household Goods and Services license. You can verify a company's state license using the Transportation Carriers Lookup tool.

If you're moving to or from another state, the regulations are different. Choose a company licensed with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). It should also have active United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) and Motor Carrier (MC) numbers, which you can use on the FMCSA’s mover registration search tool to look up a mover’s registration status and complaint history.

Services

Assess whether your chosen mover can provide the specific services you need when requesting quotes. Take inventory of your belongings before getting quotes and note down any basic or add-on services that might be necessary to ensure accurate pricing. Furthermore, inform your moving company representative about any special conditions or specific needs you may have to evaluate the company's capacity to provide suitable service.

Types of Moving Services

Full-service movers will provide the following moving services in the base price for standard moves:

• Basic wrapping materials for furniture protection
• Loading and unloading
• Released liability coverage for loss or damage

When requesting a quote from your moving company, disclose any additional services you need. Services that lead to increased pricing include the following:

• Crating for art or antiques
• Extra flights of stairs
• Long carries
• Packing
• Piano moving
• Storage
• Unpacking
• Vehicle shipping

Tips To Consider When Moving in San Ramon, CA

Here are some additional tips to consider for your San Ramon move.

Schedule an Early Move

San Ramon usually gets congested with traffic during rush hour. Maneuvering through it can be more challenging in a moving truck compared to a personal-use car. Movers caught in traffic may lead to delays and a higher cost since local movers charge by the hour. Planning your move for the early morning ensures that your movers arrive before rush hour and make the trip to your new home in the middle of the day when traffic is limited.

Avoid Busy Season

Moving season is the busiest between May and September. In San Ramon, this time overlaps with very hot summer weather, which can worsen your move. Plan ahead and book your preferred mover at least eight weeks in advance. You should also be prepared for the potential challenges the hot summer weather may pose to your movers during a summer move.

Pack in Advance

We recommend you begin packing about six weeks in advance to avoid rushing to pack on your moving day. Packing some items each day can make the process less stressful. Most moving companies won't transport items that haven't been packed by the time your move begins.

How Much do Movers Cost in San Ramon, CA

Movers in San Ramon cost $2,756 on average for moves less than 250 miles. It can cost up to $8,612 to move a larger 4 bedroom house the same distance. See the chart below for more moving estimates, and contact a moving company for a more accurate quote specific to your situation.