By Manuella Irwin

Updated: Sep 3, 2025

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314 movers in Carlsbad

Town & Country Moving & Storage

(4)
Based in Baldwin Park, California
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on May, 23 2017 by Evangeline

"Our realtor recommended Town and Country to us, and I had heard really great things from several friends in San Marino Guild who highly recommended Ed Mace. We had estimates from other reputable companies- Ed's was competitive, honest and he told ..."

Good Neighbors Moving Company

(0)
Based in South Gate, California

Schumacher Cargo Logistics

(47)
Based in Gardena, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on May, 27 2025 by What Is Really Happening

"Avoid these scammers pls as I have used this company to ship a container load of cars from the USA to the UK. I was given a quote and everything was paid for in full in advance. It took them ages before the container was finally shipped. When the ..."

Beverly Hills Transfer and Storage

(0)
Based in Gardena, California

B Cubed Shipping LLC

(0)
Based in Gardena, California

A Better Way to Move

(0)
Based in Los Angeles, California

123 Moving and Storage

(0)
Based in Torrance, California

Pink Transfer Moving & Storage

(2)
Based in Monrovia, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Nov, 03 2011 by Elaine Cope

"They took 9 hrs to move a 2 bedroom apartment 3 movers, they moved so slow strangers stopped me to tell me how bad my movers were. Granted I have a lot of stuff and it was a long hallway but 2 young men completely moved me in 5 .5 hrs just last ye..."

Hermes Moving and Storage

(1)
Based in Los Angeles, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Oct, 14 2023 by Timothy Churko

"It’s now over a month that this company picked up my things from my apartment and storage facility. They re-quoted me twice and never reached back out after telling me they needed to re-quoted it again. They never call back or answer my concerns i..."

Terra Relocations

(1)
Based in Los Angeles, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Apr, 08 2024 by Victoria Montesinos

"Terra Relocations Moving company based in 1218 Stanford Ave, LA,CA 90021 moved my house hold from Florida to Mexico City. They picked up and packed my belongings on February 16 2024 and were delivered to my address in Mexico on March 31st, 2024. ..."
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What to know when moving to Carlsbad, CA

Welcome to Carlsbad, CA, a coastal oasis known for its stunning beaches and vibrant flower fields. Boasting a serene setting, yet within arm's reach of San Diego's bustling city life, Carlsbad is the epitome of balanced living. With year-round mild weather and the iconic Carlsbad Village offering unique shopping and dining experiences, it's a locale that encapsulates Southern California's charm. Those moving to the area will find a sense of community amidst the seasonal celebrations, with an emphasis on outdoor activities thanks to the city's extensive trails and parks. For more local insights, check out Visit Carlsbad.

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Who regulates Carlsbad interstate movers?

Carlsbad moving companies are required to be registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) if they perform interstate moves. No matter if it is a moving company or a broker, they should have a valid DOT number. You can look up a mover here.

Agency: United States Department of Transportation
Address: 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington DC 20590
Phone: (855) 368-4200
Website: www.fmcsa.dot.gov

To see if a specific movers complies with regulations, simply select a company from the list.

Moving within vs moving out of California

Let's see how many people move within California versus those who moved from The Golden State to another state.

Moved Within CA
46%
Moved out of CA
54%

Out of all California household moves, approximately 46% of them have been local ones, with 54% of the people moving to another state in the country.

Despite being the home of the nation’s second- and third-largest urban economies (the Greater Los Angeles Area and the San Francisco Bay Area respectively), the majority of Californians have still chosen to move out of the state.

Who regulates California local movers

When contacting local California moving companies, make sure to check their cal-T number issued by the California Public Utilities Commission.

Household goods moving companies must obtain permits from the PUC after proving financial and safety fitness.

They must also prove that they have adequate insurance and they are subject to criminal background clearance by the California Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Agency: California Public Utilities Commission
Address: SSRS Unit 505, Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94102-3298
Phone: (800) 848-5580
Website: www.cpuc.ca.gov

The CPUC controls privately owned electric, natural gas, telecommunications, water, railroad, rail transit, along with passenger transportation companies.

What do people move within California?

Ever wondered which are the most popular move sizes when people move locally in CA?

Studio (7%)
1 Bedroom (22%)
2 Bedroom (26%)
3 Bedroom (22%)
4 Bedroom (7%)

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How much does it cost to hire movers

As it turns out, the cost to hire professional movers will effectively solve the ever-present dilemma of whether you should hire a mover or do it yourself. The cost depends on a number of important factors, including the type of the move itself (local move or a long distance). See the breakdown.

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Local California movers near Carlsbad

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like San Marcos, Oceanside and Del Mar can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Carlsbad, CA sorted by distance:

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By Manuella Irwin

Relocation Expert & Book Author

Manuella is a moving expert featured in Forbes, USA Today, Zillow, The American Moving & Storage Association.

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