By Vince Sanders

Updated: Sep 19, 2025

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336 movers in Santa Maria

123 Moving and Storage

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Based in Torrance, California

Next Moving Company

(0)
Based in Pasadena, California

A Better Way to Move

(0)
Based in Los Angeles, California

Mod Movers

(0)
Based in Monterey, 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 ..."

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..."

Beverly Hills Transfer and Storage

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Based in Gardena, California

B Cubed Shipping LLC

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Based in Gardena, California

Hollister Moving and Storage

(1)
Based in Hollister, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Jun, 10 2022 by Ana Marie Pires

"I contracted with Hollister Moving and Storage to move me from Hollister to Wyoming. Though they ([NAME EDIT]) promised to 'take care' of me, it was absolutely my worst nightmare! They damaged or 'lost' everything that I own(ed). They now refuse t..."

Walsh Moving & Storage

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Based in Torrance, California
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What to know when moving to Santa Maria, CA

Welcome to Santa Maria, CA, a charming city nestled in the heart of California's Central Coast. Known for its year-round mild climate, Santa Maria is the perfect blend of rural and suburban living. The city boasts the iconic Santa Maria Valley wine region, offering a pastoral escape within reach of urban convenience.

With Los Angeles only a three-hour drive away, residents enjoy the tranquility of small-town living while being close to big-city amenities. For up-to-date information, visit the City of Santa Maria website. Embrace the local culture, from the historic Santa Maria Inn to the sumptuous Santa Maria-style barbecue.

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Who regulates Santa Maria interstate movers?

Santa Maria 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 Maria

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Santa Maria, 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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