By Vince Sanders

Updated: Oct 19, 2025

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143 movers in San Anselmo

Empire Moving and Storage

(27)
Based in Palo Alto, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Nov, 05 2021 by Sharon L Bratcher

"Do NOT use Empire. They gave us a low quote - then when I gave them an exact list of what we had, they more than doubled the cost. Then when the company they hired showed up - 4 hours late (8 pm!) they raised the price another $4000! We felt stuck..."

West Coast Moving Company

(1)
Based in San Rafael, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Nov, 26 2019 by Rosalie Olmeda

"This Company is horrible and dishonest. Third and last quote was given to me after everything was loaded in the truck en route to Fl.. I was asked to tip workers $300. My furniture arrived late and the boxes were in bad conditions and opened. My f..."

Birch Circle Moving

(1)
Based in San Anselmo, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Oct, 26 2016 by Mary Barter

"I used Birch Circle Movers to move over six years ago. At that time, the owner was professional and his crew was excellent. I paid someone from his team to pack my kitchen and moved the next day. Unfortunately, my move on October 14th didn't nearl..."

Johnson & Daly Moving and Storage

(0)
Based in San Rafael, California

Route 66 Moving

(0)
Based in San Francisco, California

Jay's Small Moves

(0)
Based in San Francisco, California

Zhang's Moving

(0)
Based in San Francisco, California

Simple Move

(0)
Based in San Francisco, California

Golden Bay Movers

(0)
Based in San Francisco, California

Good Green Moving

(0)
Based in San Francisco, California
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What to know when moving to San Anselmo, CA

Welcome to San Anselmo, CA, a charming community nestled in Marin County. Renowned for the iconic Robson-Harrington House, this town exudes historic charm and offers a small-town feel with the convenience of being only 20 miles north of San Francisco. Learn more about the rich local culture and community events.

Enjoy Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. With a mix of quaint neighborhoods and vibrant commerce, San Anselmo is ideal for those seeking a balanced lifestyle amidst the beauty of Northern California.

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Who regulates San Anselmo interstate movers?

San Anselmo 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 San Anselmo

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By Vince Sanders

Moving Expert & Contributor

Vince is a moving industry professional with excessive experience in the industry both as a relocation sales representative, account manager and knowledgeable writer.

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