California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company Review

Positive Reviews

93%

across 1,013 reviews

moveBuddha Score

4.6/5

based on moveBuddha methodology

Years in Business

11

founded 2015

FMCSA Status

Active

California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company is a 4.6/5-rated California full-service mover, operating since 2015 (11 years in business). California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company earns 93% positive reviews across 1,013 verified customer reviews. The company holds active FMCSA registration and operates 1 trucks. All ratings reflect moveBuddha's independent analysis.

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California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company at a glance

  • Track record: 11 years in business with 93% positive customer reviews across 1,013 verified reviews.
  • Scale: 1 trucks operating across California
  • Industry experience: 5/5
  • Customer service: 5/5
  • Review quality: 4.16/5
  • Quote accuracy: 44/5

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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Crane/hoisting vans
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company has been in business for 11 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company has about 93% positive reviews across roughly 1013 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 1.5.

Quote accuracy 4.0

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company, and California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Artem and Egor are absolutely the best!! So fast, respectful, polite, and efficient!! I would recommend them to absolutely everyone if I could. We love California Movers!!"

"Andrew and Gleb did a great job. Super friendly, on time, professional and handled belongings with care. Will recommend them and use them again."

DOT number

2890482

Address

125 S Market St, San Jose, CA, 95113

Payment methods

Credit Card

What do customers say about California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company?

Across 1,013 verified customer reviews from multiple platforms, 93% are positive, 6% are negative, and 1% are neutral.

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What customers like most about California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company

  • Efficient service: Many customers praise California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company for completing moves smoothly and with minimal downtime.
  • Quick moving process: The team at California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company often gets the job done faster than expected, saving clients time.
  • Professional and polite staff: Customers say the California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company's crews and service representatives handled their move professionally and were friendly and helpful throughout the move.
  • Careful handling: Belongings are treated with caution, and many customers report zero damage thanks to California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company's attention to detail.
  • Friendly and approachable staff: Many customers felt at ease working with the courteous and personable team at California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company.

Most common complaints about California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company

  • Damage to items: Some customers reported that items were damaged during packing or loading.
  • Delayed arrival or delivery: Several reviewers experienced frustrating delays either on moving day or with final delivery.
  • Lack of communication: Poor or inconsistent updates from California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company left some customers feeling in the dark.

Positive California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company Reviews

Google

"Artem and Egor are absolutely the best!! So fast, respectful, polite, and efficient!! I would recommend them to absolutely everyone if I could. We love California Movers!!"

Google

"Andrew and Gleb did a great job. Super friendly, on time, professional and handled belongings with care. Will recommend them and use them again."

Google

"Nikita and Alex were amazing! They finished the job so quickly and were beyond professional and friendly. We don’t plan on moving again soon. But if we do, we will be contacting them again."

Negative California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company Reviews

Google

"WARNING: DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY. This moving company is waste of your money. To start, they showed up late and they did not come prepared with a big enough truck even though I advised them that we would most likely need a 18-wheeler or comparable amount of space, delaying our move for an additional 2 hours. This alone caused a number of issues, including that the drive, that should have taken 2 and a 1/2 hours took 4, because by the time the additional trucks showed up, it was in the middle of the evening commute coming from the south bay area to El Dorado County, the trucks did not arrive at our new home until almost 9:00 in the evening. Then comes the unpacking of the trucks, where our items and boxes we continually slammed, dropped and damaged. In total the items dropped broke or damaged were, a sound bar, Christmas dishes (Over 20 pieces), a rack that holds table and chairs, our kitchen table, two dressers, one bed, one TV and our washer and dryer have scratches all over them. I understand that in moving things happen, but that is the same reason we hired what were supposed to be professionals. The company has not responded to us about the damage and has ignored emails that were sent."

Google

"We used california movers a few months ago and as soon as we started unpacking we noticed our TV was broken during the move and we had several missing items. None of the movers mentioned this to us and pressured and rushed us into signing a form that stated nothing was broken and left as quickly as possible. We told them about what happened and we were instructed to send invoices and receipts to have them reimbursed...but nothing ever happened. We contacted California Movers several times and we were told every time that we would hear back, but we never did. We have been completely ignored and none of our items were ever found and our tv remains cracked and unusable. This is completely unprofessional to disregard and ignore paying customers. They have a 100% satisfaction guaranteed and were simply not satisfied at all and no money was ever reimbursed as we were initially told. It's really not that hard to reply to your customers and help when these kinds of problems come up."

Google

"Terrible communication. They were going to be a couple hours late and they never even told me. I had to scramble and a new mover on the day they were scheduled to me me! Nightmare. And they never issued me a refund or spoke to me. I had to do a charge back. I asked for a manager to discuss the problem and I heard nothing back. I can’t believe these guys are a legitimate business."

Neutral California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company Reviews

Google

"Mixed experience. Negative: When the movers arrived, they quoted us a major extra fee that wasn't in our quote ($25/box packing fee, in addition to the $150/h labor and materials cost we were already paying), and were quite insistent about it. They already had our deposit, so we didn't have much choice. We paid cash at the end, and they wouldn't give us a detailed/enumerated receipt that showed the extra fee. It added up to an extra $200. Positive: The movers were otherwise quick, effective, and friendly. They got our things from Oakland to SF without damaging anything or any major hiccups. When we contacted the central office about the extra fee, they apologized and issued a refund. So, consider working with them, but be very careful about dishonest extra charges, and keep as much documentation as you can."

Google

"Very fast and efficient movers, they were on time and things went smoothly! One thing that did bother me, was that one of the movers did not wear a mask for the duration of the service. They had one and put it on briefly when they first entered the property -after that, no mask the whole time. This is something that I feel is serious given the current circumstances!"

Google

"They have persistent follow-up and quoted an hourly rate, but I needed an out the door price for a cross country move. I have no idea how many hours that requires. Secondly, I asked how much advance notice they needed in peak summer. No reply. Think I'll keep looking."

Is California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company licensed & insured?

Yes. California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company holds active FMCSA registration under the legal name EMPIRE MOVERS USA INC. They operate 1 trucks. All licensing data is verified against FMCSA records by moveBuddha.

Credential Status Verified
FMCSA registration Active 05/12/2026
Fleet size 1 power units 05/12/2026
FMCSA inspections 0 total inspections 05/12/2026

When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC). Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice. You can verify California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company's active status on the California licensed movers database.

California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company locations

California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company has 6 locations:

How moveBuddha rated California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company

California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company earns a 4.6/5 composite rating based on moveBuddha's editorial rating categories. Each category is rated independently by moveBuddha's research team and measures a different aspect of mover quality.

Rating category California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company What it measures
Industry experience 5/5 Years in operation, fleet size & locations
Review quality 4.16/5 Volume & sentiment of customer reviews
Customer service 5/5 Communication clarity & crew professionalism
Quote accuracy 4.04/5 Estimate vs. final invoice on sample moves
Google reviews 5/5 Google Business Profile rating & review volume
Yelp reviews 4/5 Yelp rating & review volume
BBB 4.78/5 The company's BBB letter grade (A–F) & complaint resolution history (translated to a corresponding numerical score)
Brand 4.5/5 Market presence & industry recognition

Our summary of California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company

Moving made easy is the promise most customers say California Movers delivers on. Out of 1,013 reviews, 93% are positive, with feedback highlighting efficient service, quick moving, professional and polite staff, careful handling, and friendly movers. Customers often mention how the team works fast without sacrificing care for belongings, making the process smooth and stress-free. Many note that the movers are approachable and communicate well, which sets them apart from other companies. On the downside, a small percentage of customers report issues such as damaged items, late arrivals, and poor communication when problems arise. Some negative feedback points to unresolved claims and lack of follow-up after incidents. Compared to other moving companies, California Movers stands out for speed and professionalism, but could improve in handling damages and keeping customers informed when things go wrong.

Ratings based on moveBuddha's research methodology, updated June 2026.

How much does California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company cost?

California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company does not publish standard hourly rates or flat-fee pricing publicly. Quote pricing depends on home size, distance, packing services, and time of year. To get an accurate estimate, request a quote directly or use moveBuddha's cost calculator below.

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How does California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company compare to other San Jose movers?

California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company ranks alongside the top full-service movers in San Jose on moveBuddha's editorial scoring. The table below compares ratings, positive review rates, and years in business across the top San Jose movers.

Company Our rating Positive reviews BBB Quote
Fairprice Movers
15 years in business
star star star star star
4.58
90% A+
Pure Moving Company
9 years in business
star star star star star
4.56
100% A+
Southwest Moving
13 years in business
star star star star star
4.56
94% A+
Ninja Movers, Inc.
8 years in business
star star star star star
4.56
80% A+
Vector Moving and Storage
11 years in business
star star star star star
4.48
85% A+
Lunardi Moving
12 years in business
star star star star star
4.48
95% A+
Best California Movers
7 years in business
star star star star star
4.5
95% NR
Arnoni Moving Services LLC
4 years in business
star star star star star
4.5
95% A
star star star star star
4.44
71% A+
All Stars Movers
8 years in business
star star star star star
4.42
98% A+

How California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company's ratings compare to other San Jose movers

California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company's Yelp rating (1.5/5) is lower than the average across the 77 movers analyzed in San Jose, which carry an average Yelp rating of 4.4/5.

Avg. Yelp Score Total # of Movers
California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company 1.5/5 --
San Jose movers 4.4/5 77 movers
California movers 4.3/5 371 movers

Final verdict: California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company

California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company earns a 4.6/5 moveBuddha score with 93% positive customer reviews across 1,013 verified reviews. With 11 years in business and 1 trucks operating across California, California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company is a solid option to consider for California moves.

Best for:

  • Customers prioritizing strong communication, crew professionalism, and reliable service experience
  • Customers who value working with an established mover with long-standing industry experience

All ratings reflect moveBuddha's analysis updated June 2026, based on independent research and verified customer reviews.

FAQs about California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company

Is California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company a legitimate, licensed mover?

Yes. California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company holds active FMCSA registration. The company operates 1 trucks. You can verify their licensing status on the California state regulator database.

How does California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company's review score compare to other California movers?

California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company earns 93% positive customer reviews across 1,013 verified customer reviews. Its composite moveBuddha score is 4.6/5.

Why is California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company's Yelp rating lower than other sources?

California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company's 1.5/5 Yelp rating across 41 reviews differs from its scores on other platforms due to Yelp's review-filtering algorithm. Yelp filters out a high share of positive reviews from smaller-volume businesses, particularly those that don't advertise. Cross-referencing reviews from multiple sources gives a more complete picture of mover quality.

What services does California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company offer?

California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company is a full-service mover operating in California. The company operates 1 trucks. Confirm specific services like packing, storage, and specialty item handling directly when requesting a quote.

Does California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company require a deposit?

Deposit requirements for California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company depend on the type and timing of your move. Most California full-service movers either require no deposit or a small holding deposit to secure your booking date. Confirm deposit terms directly when requesting your quote.

How long has California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company been in business?

California Movers Local & Long Distance Moving Company has been in business for 11 years, founded in 2015. The company holds active FMCSA registration.

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Ryan Carrigan is the co-founder of moveBuddha and a leading voice in the moving industry, helping hundreds of thousands of Americans make smarter, safer relocation decisions each year. With more than a decade of experience analyzing moving companies, pricing trends, and industry regulations, Ryan brings hands-on industry knowledge and data-driven insight to every guide and review. His research has been featured in Forbes, Consumer Reports, The New York Times, and NBC News.