By Manuella Irwin

Updated: Sep 4, 2025

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329 movers in Downey

D.W. Ewing Movers and Storage

(1)
Based in Clovis, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Dec, 04 2015 by Anthony Narvais

"In early February of 2015 we hired this company to move our household goods into a rental home. The move was uneventful and everything progress smoothly. had a truck and trailer. Now, in December of 2015 we purchased a house and we contacted D.W...."

5 Diamond Moving and Storage Inc

(10)
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jul, 30 2025 by Catherine Meser

"Move from Mesa, Arizona to Pahrump, Nv. They deserve a 0 rating?❗️❗️These are absolutely the worst movers❗️❗️ They will do anything to increase your moving costs❗️❗️ They don't arrive on time to pack the truck. The one driver who drove the truck w..."

Move 4 Less

(0)
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada

Moving Pro US

(21)
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jun, 02 2023 by Raymond Grossman

"DO NOT USE!!!! I used a moving company called MOVEUS.PRO LLC or MOVEUS .llc for a long distance move from California to Florida. It was a nightmare!!! First they misrepresented having their own trucks (only had them for local moves. Next , they un..."

Touch of Class Movers

(16)
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Apr, 18 2022 by Lauren Novachanok

"Highly recommended! I have moved many times over the past 10 years. I recently moved to NV from TX and had the best experience ever. from the moment I booked with them right up to the time my stuff arrived safely at my new home it was an absolute ..."

Мove On Moving

(0)
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada

Christopher Moving

(0)
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada

Phoenix Transportation Services

(3)
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Jul, 03 2018 by Kerry

"Very nice people! My move went very well since start till finish! very professional packing skills. Customer support was very polite and helpful. Than you so much!"

Warren's Homework

(1)
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jul, 06 2018 by Angela Cummings

"We made the terrible mistake of hiring Warren's Homework to load a trailer only, for a cross-country move scheduled for June 7, 2018. We rented a trailer from Old Dominion Household Services (OD) to transport our household items from North Las Veg..."

Umbrella Movers

(1)
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Sep, 11 2017 by Jordan

"The crew were friendly and SEEMED to be professional. However, when the moving company I hired to unload our things opened up the truck, it was clear The Umbrella Crew had been extremely careless when stacking and packing up our possessions. Our..."
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What to know when moving to Downey, CA

Downey, nestled in southeast Los Angeles County, blends suburban charm with city convenience, offering a comfortable lifestyle for residents. It's known for the oldest operating McDonald's and is within a stone's throw to the vibrant LA scene.

The weather here is quintessentially Californian with mild winters and warm, sunny summers. Columbia Memorial Space Center emerges as a testament to the city's aerospace legacy.

Whether you're moving across town or from afar, Downey's cohesive community and local amenities, like its farmer's market, make it an inviting home base. Learn more about Downey's offerings.

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Who regulates Downey interstate movers?

Downey 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 Downey

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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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