By Manuella Irwin

Updated: Feb 3, 2026

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345 movers in Costa Mesa

Household Goods Moving Experts

(5)
Based in Rancho Cucamonga, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jul, 08 2025 by Rick Siedschlag

"After contacting American Way Moving they contracted with this company. Horrible experience. Not only did the price keep going up they kept moving the delivery day out. The foreman that picked up our belongings told us to have a cashier check read..."

ABC Moving Systems

(3)
Based in Los Angeles, California
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Feb, 03 2026 by Yaniv Ron

"Been using ABC moving systems to move my house from Miami to Colorado. The guys have been amazing. They were super fast and professional. The guys came here on time we're able to help me with items that I couldn't park by myself brought in more p..."

Aurora Moving

(0)
Based in Glendale, California

Pacific Coast Moving

(30)
Based in Los Angeles, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Apr, 27 2022 by Andrew Romanski

"HORRIBLE ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE NEEDS LESSONS ON HOW TO TALK TO PEOPLE AND NEED LESSONS ON HOW TO TELL THE TRUTH ALLS THEY CARED ABOUT WAS THE MONEY THE WHOLE CAST OF CHARACTERS WAS UNPROFESSIONAL CHANGED PRICING WHEN THE TRUCK W..."

JB Moving and Delivery

(3)
Based in Los Angeles, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jan, 11 2022 by Tayte Johnson

"First of all, I agreed to work with Rigos moving services. When you type it in online the other Rigos movers pop up. This is not the same company. This one has no social media. So they scam their customers thinking they have great reviews. I can s..."

ABC Movers

(0)
Based in West Hollywood, California

Local N Long Distance Movers

(0)
Based in Los Angeles, California

Sparrow Moving Company LLC

(0)
Based in Los Angeles, California

NextDrive Transport Inc

(0)
Based in West Hollywood, California

Starving Students

(37)
Based in Los Angeles, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jun, 06 2025 by Kim Marie Kabbash

"Complete disaster. They arrived an hour and a half early and bullied me into rushing. Then Starving students again believe me into paying $80 for materials when I had already taped and wrapped everything. They ruined two of my fabric shoeboxes and..."
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What to know when moving to Costa Mesa, CA

Welcome to Costa Mesa, a vibrant city with a unique blend of culture, business, and Southern California charm. This city boasts the renowned South Coast Plaza for those with a penchant for upscale shopping and fine dining. Costa Mesa's weather is a dream, with mild winters and warm, sunlit summers perfect for beach outings and outdoor activities.

Just a stone's throw from the bustling metropolis of Los Angeles, Costa Mesa offers a suburban oasis with close-knit community vibes and ample amenities. Explore our creative scene, renowned schools, and enchanting parks right here in the heart of Orange County.

Learn more about what makes Costa Mesa so special here.

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Who regulates Costa Mesa interstate movers?

Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa

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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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