By Vince Sanders

Updated: Sep 19, 2025

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147 movers in Santa Cruz

Locatelli Moving and Storage

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Based in Santa Cruz, California

Groovy Moving

(0)
Based in Campbell, California

Lunardi Moving Services

(1)
Based in San Jose, California
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Jul, 05 2022 by Am Merritt

"I’ve been unpacking boxes for a couple of weeks now, and NOTHING is broken. These guys did an excellent job packing, loading, and unloading my things. I left a tip speculatively, not knowing what I would discover once I began unpacking at my leisu..."

Cardinale Moving and Storage

(1)
Based in Castroville, California
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Aug, 22 2018 by Jennifer Tobin

"I was greatly impressed with the service we received from Cardinale Moving. They visited our house the day before the move, quoted us a fair price and helped pack some difficult items. The next day the moving team arrived on time and cheerfully an..."

Titanium Relocation

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Based in Santa Clara, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jul, 25 2024 by Sean Snively

"At first glance their logistics coordinators Ashley and Carrie act like they’re going to do anything and everything to make sure that they take “great care and responsibility” about your long distance move to the other side of the country. But in ..."

Trusted Movers

(3)
Based in San Jose, California
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Feb, 04 2023 by Susan Harkema

"After thorough research (I made a comparative table !), there are 5 reasons why we chose Trusted Mover and give them 5-stars after our local move. 1. They are a family-owned business that backs up their service. Their customer service is prompt a..."

Palmer Moving & Storage

(1)
Based in Warren, Michigan
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Nov, 17 2014 by Ann Oliver

"I moved from Michigan to Florida in the Winter months.  Palmer Moving came to my apartment and wrote down all my items and gave me the price for the move.   The day I moved, the movers showed up on time and it was a breeze. No stress for me.  Th..."

All In Moving Systems

(4)
Based in San Jose, California
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Sep, 19 2020 by Deborah Petite

"Junior and his experienced crew did an awesome job. Junior, Angel, and Home Depot arrived a little early and worked straight through for over six hours. They were courteous, friendly, and helpful - and never complained about anything, even when th..."

SM&S Relocation

(4)
Based in San Jose, California
Last reviewed 4/5 stars on Mar, 26 2013 by Catrese Taylor

"The free wardrobe boxes and tape were a huge help to the overall cost as well there was no additional cost for stairs. They arrived on time packaged up the furniture well and were efficient with the loading process. They worked through and made it..."

The One Move

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Based in Mountain View, California
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What to know when moving to Santa Cruz, CA

Welcome to Santa Cruz, CA, a city that thrives amidst redwoods and rolling surf. It's a natural wonder, with the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk offering quintessential seaside amusement. You'll experience a mild climate year-round, making outdoor activities a staple.

Just a stone's throw from Silicon Valley and the bustling metropolis of San Francisco, Santa Cruz provides a laid-back alternative for those seeking a balance between urban convenience and coastal charm. For more insights, visit our local guide.

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Who regulates Santa Cruz interstate movers?

Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Aptos, Campbell and Castroville can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Santa Cruz, CA sorted by distance:

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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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