By Vince Sanders

Updated: Oct 20, 2025

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306 movers in Torrance

Prestige Movers California

(1)
Based in San Marcos, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on Mar, 24 2022 by Michelle Gallice

"DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!!!! Number one the address is an apartment that the owner lived in two years ago. I arrived to the address with a SD Sheriff to serve court papers for small claims court due to the damage this company did to my furniture. T..."

MoveGreen Inc

(0)
Based in Santa Barbara, California

Aussie Moving

(0)
Based in Santa Barbara, California

Ace Relocation Systems, Inc.

(5)
Based in San Diego, California
Last reviewed 2/5 stars on Oct, 09 2025 by Jim Jernigan

"I have had such a bad moving experience with Atlas Van Lines, Imlach Movers, and Ace Relocation Services that I really regret using them for my move. Days after a very tiring cross-state move, the driver simply texted that delivery would occur ..."

Reliable Delivery LLC

(1)
Based in San Diego, California
Last reviewed 1/5 stars on May, 02 2021 by Deb Mcd

"THIEVES! If you value your belongings, Reliable Delivery is NOT Reliable! Colin and Jesse were my movers in March 2020. I chose Reliable Delivery because of their great reviews, accolades and of course their name. Colin was very firm with me sayi..."

Express Moving

(0)
Based in San Diego, California

Big Box Storage

(0)
Based in San Diego, California

US Eagle Moving

(0)
Based in San Diego, California

Like Movers LLC

(0)
Based in San Diego, California

San Diego Packing Movers LLC

(0)
Based in San Diego, California
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What to know when moving to Torrance, CA

Welcome to Torrance, CA, a vibrant community known for its blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. Torrance is sprinkled with lush parks, notably the Madrona Marsh Preserve, offering a touch of nature amidst city life.

The city boasts an enviable Mediterranean climate, ensuring mild, wet winters and warm to hot summers, ideal for year-round outdoor activities. Located just 20 miles southwest of downtown Los Angeles, Torrance provides a serene retreat with easy access to big-city amenities. It’s the perfect balance for new residents seeking a harmonious lifestyle by the Pacific.

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Who regulates Torrance interstate movers?

Torrance 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 Torrance

Sometimes movers in nearby cities like Gardena, Hawthorne and San Pedro can also handle your move. Here is a list of other cities closest to Torrance, 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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