Jay's Small Moves, San Francisco, CA (2025 Review)

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: May 14, 2025
5 min read

Jay's Small Moves

1760 9th Ave,
San Francisco, CA 94122

Customer Praise

Efficient service (25%)
Professional and polite staff (20%)
Careful handling (15%)

Customer Complaints

Delayed arrival or delivery (20%)
Unexpected charges (15%)
Damage to items (10%)

Review Analysis

Moving stress disappears with Jay's Small Moves, according to most of the 1,059 customer responses examined. An impressive 93% reflected a positive experience, a striking ratio compared to the average moving company. Feedback shows crews arrive on time, work efficiently, and handle belongings with care. Professional and polite movers make communication and organization easy, while careful packing and fair pricing come up repeatedly in praise. Negative reviews account for just 5%, usually highlighting damage to items, lack of communication, or unexpected extra charges. Neutral feedback mostly relates to delays or unforeseen costs, but even these cases often note efficiency and politeness. Compared to other movers, Jay's stands out for reliability, fast work, and keeping customers informed—though a few suggest confirming all details to avoid surprises. With overwhelmingly positive input, most who hire Jay's Small Moves enjoy a move that’s faster, safer, and less stressful than doing it themselves.

Get a Quote (415) 999-6795

Services

Local Moves
Intrastate moves
Full-service packing
Fragile-only packing
Labor-only help
Custom crating
Senior moves
Office moves
Small moves
Full-valuation coverage
Instant email quote

Company info

Years in Business: 17
Pricing: $140/hr
No deposit required
Pay by credit card
Pay by money order
Ask for special discounts and offers

Note: If you're moving out of state, check out our list of the best long distance movers in California.

Cost to move with Jay's Small Moves

On average, the cost to hire movers in California is $122 an hour.

You could pay more or less with Jay's Small Moves depending on the specific details of your move. For an estimate of your move costs you can use our Moving Cost Calculator.

Compare with other San Francisco-area movers

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most popular Jay's Small Moves	Get A Quote	4.52 overall rating
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Moving out of California?

If you are moving from San Francisco, CA, to another state, finding a company that is well-versed in interstate relocations is key to having as stress-free an experience as possible.

The top interstate movers understand the particular logistics involved in out-of-state relocations and have the equipment and manpower to safely and efficiently move your belongings across state lines.

Company	Quote	Rating
Safeway Moving	Get A Quote	4.85 / 5
Mayzlin Relocation	Get A Quote	4.9 / 5
American Van Lines	Get A Quote	4.5 / 5

Cost to move out of California

If you're moving out of state, here are some sample moving quotes:

California to New York: $2,046 – $9,597
California to Illinois: $1,555 – $9,112
California to Texas: $1,153 – $8,084
California to Arizona: $726 – $6,953
California to Pennsylvania: $2,015 – $9,600

Click here to see all popular moving routes.

FAQ

Is Jay's Small Moves properly licensed?

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.

The state license number for Jay's Small Moves is: 190688 , USDOT #: .

You can also use their state regulator website to look up their active status.

Does Jay's Small Moves have any additional locations outside of San Francisco?

The following list includes other Jay's Small Moves locations:

Oakland

Is Jay's Small Moves Associated with a van line?

Van lines are networks of local movers that operate separately but under the same umbrella of a multi-state organization. It's not as complicated as it sounds. Learn what van lines are.

Jay's Small Moves functions as an independent moving company. They are not affiliated with a van line company.

Should you negotiate with San Francisco movers?

While haggling over moving costs isn't typically effective, there are still ways to save. Many companies offer ongoing moving discounts for groups like seniors, military personnel, and students, as well as special offers for early-bird reservations.

Getting quotes from multiple companies will also allow you to inquire about price matching. Some movers will honor lower quotes from competitors, so it doesn’t hurt to ask — and be ready to show estimates from other companies.

How do I choose a San Francisco moving company?

To choose the best moving company for you, start by researching reputable movers in San Francisco. You'll want to be on the lookout for companies with mostly positive customer reviews, valid licenses, and comprehensive insurance to ensure your belongings are protected. Beyond that, you’ll want to make sure they can handle the type of move you need.

Ask for detailed moving quotes from at least three companies to compare services, pricing, and availability. A reliable San Francisco moving company will be one that offers transparent pricing, excellent communication, and a proven track record of successful moves.