By Vince Sanders

Updated: Nov 19, 2025

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306 movers in Santa Monica

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..."

Nelson Moving & Storage

(1)
Based in Lake Forest, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Sep, 07 2018 by Paul

"They say that it is easy to be excellent when everything is going well but the test of character is when there’s adversity. I am going to explain my experience with Nelson Moving starting with the bad. The very bad. We moved interstate from Califo..."

Affordable Reliable Moving and Storage

(0)
Based in Aliso Viejo, California

Gentle John's Moving & Storage

(5)
Based in Mission Viejo, California
Last reviewed 5/5 stars on Jan, 24 2022 by Patrice Northington

"Their great nice people make you feel very comfortable and takes care of your stuff as if it’s theirs"

Jose Express

(0)
Based in Riverside, California

Southern Cal Moving

(1)
Based in Riverside, California
Last reviewed 2/5 stars on Dec, 29 2024 by Mitchell Kinser

"I can only make this short and sweet for anyone looking to hire a moving service. There are SO MANY out there, do yourselves a favor and pick someone else. Southern Cal movers hired our move out to Iglesias Trucking and while our move was comple..."

Coast Valley Moving & Storage, Inc.

(0)
Based in San Clemente, California

Saving Moving LLC

(0)
Based in Moreno Valley, California

MoveGreen Inc

(0)
Based in Santa Barbara, California

Aussie Moving

(0)
Based in Santa Barbara, California
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What to know when moving to Santa Monica, CA

Embrace the serene beach life in Santa Monica, CA, a city that seamlessly blends coastal charm with urban sophistication. The iconic Santa Monica Pier offers endless entertainment while the Mediterranean climate ensures mild winters and warm summers. Living in Santa Monica means easy access to Los Angeles's bustle, yet returns to ocean breezes and spectacular sunsets. The city's commitment to sustainable living and excellent school systems make it a top choice for relocating families and professionals alike. For more insights, explore Santa Monica.

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Who regulates Santa Monica interstate movers?

Santa Monica 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 Monica

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Venice, Marina Del Rey and Culver City can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Santa Monica, 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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