Puma Moving Company, San Francisco, CA (2025 Review)

Ryan Carrigan

Last Updated: Jun 18, 2025
5 min read

Puma Moving Company

435 23rd St,
San Francisco, CA 94107

Customer Praise

Professional and polite staff (36%)
Efficient service (32%)
Careful handling (30%)

Customer Complaints

Unexpected charges (28%)
Damage to items (26%)
Lack of communication (24%)

Review Analysis

Customers call Puma Moving Company a standout in the moving industry, with 94% of 358 client reviews highlighting their efficient service, professional teams, careful handling, prompt moves, and strong communication. People value how quickly, carefully, and politely the crews work, often getting jobs finished faster than other companies and with lower damage rates. Affordability and responsive support from office staff like Zena and Guy receive frequent praise, especially compared to larger competitors. Some feedback does mention issues, such as delays, occasional property damages, and surprise charges, though these are far less common and often related to specific cases. Negative experiences mostly focus on damaged items or missed time frames, underscoring that moves are not always flawless. While these rare complaints exist, Puma sets itself ahead of most Bay Area moving services for reliability, fair pricing, and consistently polite, hardworking crews.

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Services

Local Moves
Intrastate moves
Full-service packing
Fragile-only packing
Custom crating
Senior moves
Office moves

Company info

Years in Business: 17
DOT #: 2694165
FMCSA Rating: None (Updated 2023-09-10)
Number of trucks: 2
Number of drivers: 2
Miles Driven: 10 (2022)
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Note: If you're moving out of state, check out our list of the best long distance movers in California.

Cost to move with Puma Moving Company

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

You could pay more or less with Puma Moving Company depending on the specific details of your move. For an estimate of your move costs you can use our Moving Cost Calculator.

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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.

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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: $2,108 – $10,298
California to Illinois: $1,587 – $8,570
California to Texas: $1,141 – $7,764
California to Arizona: $733 – $6,609
California to Pennsylvania: $1,995 – $9,125

Click here to see all popular moving routes.

FAQ

Is Puma Moving Company 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 Puma Moving Company is: 0190391 , USDOT #: 2694165.

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

Does Puma Moving Company have any additional locations outside of San Francisco?

We were only able to find this location for Puma Moving Company.

Is Puma Moving Company 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.

Puma Moving Company 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.