Best Movers Near Santa Clarita, CA (2026 Reviews)

Camelot Moving & Storage is Santa Clarita's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.58/5 , followed by NorthStar Moving Company at 4.58/5. moveBuddha scored 77 movers based in Santa Clarita out of 374 reviewed across California, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California.

Local movers in Santa Clarita charge by the hour. The average crew rate in this market is $125/hour. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.

How do Santa Clarita moving companies compare?

Santa Clarita's 77 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Santa Clarita, with a market average of 4.34/5, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Santa Clarita from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Santa Clarita address.

Proximity to Santa Clarita is a ranking factor, so a mover ranked higher on the list may have a lower score than one ranked below. A nearby company can outrank a higher-scored mover based further out. Each company's positive review rate and BBB rating are included so you can compare quality and reputation side by side.

Company Our rating Positive reviews BBB Quote
Camelot Moving & Storage
33 years in business
star star star star star
4.58
90% A+
NorthStar Moving Company
31 years in business
star star star star star
4.58
86% A+
Gentlemen's Moving Company
11 years in business
star star star star star
4.62
92% B-
Best California Movers
7 years in business
star star star star star
4.62
98% A+
Air 1 Moving & Storage
22 years in business
star star star star star
4.52
71% A+
star star star star star
4.5
94% A+
US Pro Logistics
4 years in business
star star star star star
4.48
95% A+
star star star star star
4.3
89% N/A
Elite Moving & Storage Inc.
24 years in business
star star star star star
4.44
76% NR
Seka Moving
7 years in business
star star star star star
4.64
88% A+

What are the top-rated moving companies in Santa Clarita?

Camelot Moving & Storage is Santa Clarita's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.58/5, followed by NorthStar Moving Company at 4.58/5.

Each review profile below covers pricing transparency, crew quality, and claims handling, the 3 factors most predictive of move-day outcome, alongside each company's BBB grade, years in business, and positive review rate.

moveBuddha scored 77 Santa Clarita movers drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California, with a market average score of 4.34/5. Rankings include movers based in Santa Clarita and those serving the area from nearby locations. Proximity is a ranking factor, so a mover's position in the list below does not always correspond directly to its score.

  1. Camelot Moving & Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
  2. NorthStar Moving Company : 4.58 out of 5 stars
  3. Gentlemen's Moving Company: 4.62 out of 5 stars
  4. Best California Movers: 4.62 out of 5 stars
  5. Air 1 Moving & Storage: 4.52 out of 5 stars
  6. Precision Moving & Storage Corp.: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  7. US Pro Logistics: 4.48 out of 5 stars
  8. Affordable Quality Moving and Storage: 4.3 out of 5 stars
  9. Elite Moving & Storage Inc.: 4.44 out of 5 stars
  10. Seka Moving: 4.64 out of 5 stars
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90%
Years active
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4.6
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 4.7

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Camelot Moving & Storage has been in business for 33 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.

Review quality 4.5

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Camelot Moving & Storage has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 197 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.

Quote accuracy 3.8

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Camelot Moving & Storage, and Camelot Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Camelot Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"The team was professional, thorough, prompt, considerate, and communicative. Shawn was the man with the plan. We highly recommend moving and storing with Camelot."

"They packed and moved out our four-bedroom house without a mark on our wood flooring, walls or doors. Sean stayed with our belongings throughout the cross-country move! Courteous service at a competitive rate."

DOT number
501984
Address
28040 Industry Dr, Santa Clarita, CA, 91355
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State license
0150296
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Positive reviews
86%
Years active
31
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4.5
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4.4
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • International moves
  • 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. NorthStar Moving Company has been in business for 31 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. NorthStar Moving Company has about 86% positive reviews across roughly 658 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.4.

Quote accuracy 4.2

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from NorthStar Moving Company .

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. NorthStar Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"The movers were so kind and worked faster than I've ever seen anyone work. They were extremely efficient and handled my belongings with care. The price was well below the standard. Highly recommend NorthStar!"

"Our crew were excellent, professional and went above and beyond to make this as easy as possible. They packed our entire house and then moved us the next day. Highly recommend them."

DOT number
1836576
Address
19401 Business Center Dr, Northridge, CA, 91324
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card
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Positive reviews
92%
Years active
11
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4.6
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4.6
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4.7
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Grandfather clock moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Debris removal
  • Junk removal
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 4.7

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Gentlemen's 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 4.5

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Gentlemen's Moving Company has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 498 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.7.

Quote accuracy 4.2

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Gentlemen's Moving Company.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Gentlemen's Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Everything was explained clearly ahead of time, and the three guys who did the work were thorough and professional. Thanks."

"They are clean, respectful, efficient, and timely. We’ve used their moving services close to 10 times now. No matter the distance, their service is extraordinary. Highly recommended."

DOT number
2399435
Address
8977 Glenoaks Blvd, Sun Valley, CA, 91352
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card
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Positive reviews
98%
Years active
7
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4.6
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5.0
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4.6
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Grade A+
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 4.7

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Best California Movers has been in business for 7 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.

Review quality 5.0

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Best California Movers has about 98% positive reviews across roughly 414 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.6.

Quote accuracy 3.8

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Best California Movers, and Best California Movers makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Best California Movers emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Best California Movers handled everything quickly and carefully. The movers were friendly and professional, and made sure all of our items arrived without damage. Pricing was exactly as quoted—no surprise fees. I highly recommend them!"

"The team was punctual, thorough, and very transparent with the pricing. They wrapped all our furniture securely and worked efficiently. It was an easy move and I was very impressed."

DOT number
3489907
Address
7241 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA, 91605
Payment methods
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State license
T0192283
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Positive reviews
71%
Years active
22
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4.5
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4.3
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3.6
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Grade A+
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Grandfather clock moving
  • Piano moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves

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Industry experience 4.7

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Air 1 Moving & Storage has been in business for 22 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and international moving.

Review quality 5.0

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Air 1 Moving & Storage has about 71% positive reviews across roughly 545 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.6.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Air 1 Moving & Storage.

Customer service 4.7

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Air 1 Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"I went with Air 1 Moving for a move from Dallas to Beverly Hills and if was a non stressful experience. The staff was professional, friendly and respectful. Strongly recommend this company."

"I was referred to Air 1 Moving by a friend, and I’m so glad she recommended them...The movers were incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and super efficient. They wrapped all my belongings perfectly. Their professionalism and calm demeanor put me at ease."

DOT number
1095485
Address
9556 Cozycroft Ave, Chatsworth, CA, 91311
Payment methods
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State license
0189688
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Positive reviews
94%
Years active
10
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4.5
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4.8
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4.8
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Junk removal
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • 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. Precision Moving & Storage Corp. has been in business for 10 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.

Review quality 4.5

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Precision Moving & Storage Corp. has about 94% positive reviews across roughly 222 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.8.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Precision Moving & Storage Corp..

Customer service 4.1

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Precision Moving & Storage Corp. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"They were extremely professional and wonderful to have in the space. They went the extra mile to accommodate us on a stressful day. Will be using again for my girlfriend!"

"Best moving experience I’ve ever had. The team was incredibly professional, fast, and efficient. All my furniture arrived in perfect condition—no damage. Highly recommend this company."

DOT number
2569585
Address
20717 Marilla St, Chatsworth, CA, 91311
Payment methods
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State license
0191163
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Positive reviews
95%
Years active
4
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4.4
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4.8
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4.1
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Safe moving
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Available discounts

  • Military discount
  • Law enforcement discount

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Industry experience 4.1

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. US Pro Logistics has been in business for 4 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.

Review quality 4.6

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. US Pro Logistics has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 105 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.1.

Quote accuracy 4.3

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from US Pro Logistics. Discounts may be available for groups like military, law enforcement.

Customer service 4.4

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. US Pro Logistics emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"We had an amazing experience with this moving company! They are extremely professional, efficient, and careful with every detail. The whole process was smooth and stress-free. We are very happy with their service and highly recommend them."

"The team did an excellent job. They arrived at noon and efficiently moved three bedrooms and a living room within five hours, including the disassembly and reassembly of furniture. They were meticulous, covering the floors to prevent damage."

DOT number
3664256
Address
9950 Jordan Ave, Unit 16, Chatsworth, CA, 91311
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card • Money Order
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Positive reviews
89%
Years active
29
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4.3
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4.9
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4.4
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 4.7

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Affordable Quality Moving and Storage has been in business for 29 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.

Review quality 4.5

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Affordable Quality Moving and Storage has about 89% positive reviews across roughly 580 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.4.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Affordable Quality Moving and Storage.

Customer service 4.4

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Affordable Quality Moving and Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Movers were incredibly efficient and professional. They arrived early, packed quickly, and took excellent care of all of my belongings. I highly recommend AQMS and would definitely use them again in the future!"

"From start to finish, everyone was polite, hard-working, and personable. All our items were handled carefully, and the crew finished sooner than expected. Worth every penny!"

DOT number
659014
Address
25701 Springbrook Ave., Santa Clarita, CA, 91350
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Positive reviews
76%
Years active
24
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3.5
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • International moves
  • 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. Elite Moving & Storage Inc. has been in business for 24 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Elite Moving & Storage Inc. has about 76% positive reviews across roughly 572 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.5.

Quote accuracy 4.3

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Elite Moving & Storage Inc..

Customer service 4.7

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Elite Moving & Storage Inc. emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Omar & his team were professional, fast and efficient! They exceeded our expectations!"

"Elite Movers is the best moving company I have ever used. Supper professional and very careful. Also super fast. Incredible."

DOT number
1360438
Address
9000 Glenoaks Blvd, Sun Valley, CA, 91352
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card • Money Order
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0189126
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Positive reviews
88%
Years active
7
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4.3
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Services offered

  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Fragile-only packing
  • Antiques moving
  • Grandfather clock moving
  • Piano moves
  • Pool table moving
  • Hot tub moving
  • 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. Seka Moving has been in business for 7 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.

Review quality 5.0

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Seka Moving has about 88% positive reviews across roughly 34 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.3.

Quote accuracy 4.0

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Seka Moving, and Seka Moving makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Seka Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"The team that packed us and moved us were efficient, careful, and personable. Moving is clearly stressful, but with Seka running the show, it was a lot less stressful than it could have been."

"Everything went smooth. We also stored our items using their storage- nothing breaks and well maintained. They offer wrapping, disassemble and assemble services. Very professional, caring, effective!"

DOT number
3014539
Address
355 S Grand Ave Suite 2450, Los Angeles, CA, 90071
Payment methods
Cash • Credit Card • Money Order

Which Santa Clarita movers offer specialty services?

Specialty moving services are not standard across every Santa Clarita mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 77 Santa Clarita moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:

  • Piano moving: 64 of 77 Santa Clarita movers (83.12%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Camelot Moving & Storage (4.58/5) is Santa Clarita's top-rated piano mover.
  • Antique handling: 52 of 77 Santa Clarita movers (67.53%) offer it, vs. 46.24% nationally. Camelot Moving & Storage (4.58/5) rates highest for antique care in Santa Clarita.
  • Art packing: 48 of 77 Santa Clarita movers (62.34%) offer it, vs. 45.76% nationally. Camelot Moving & Storage (4.58/5) rates highest for art packing in Santa Clarita.
  • Climate-controlled storage: 18 of 77 Santa Clarita movers (23.38%) offer it, vs. 33.2% nationally. Camelot Moving & Storage (4.58/5) is Santa Clarita's top-rated provider.
  • Fragile-only packing: 23 of 77 Santa Clarita movers (29.87%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Affordable Quality Moving and Storage (4.3/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Santa Clarita.

How much does piano moving cost in Santa Clarita?

Piano moving is available from 64 of 77 Santa Clarita movers (83.12%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Camelot Moving & Storage leads Santa Clarita piano movers with a 4.58/5 moveBuddha score, followed by NorthStar Moving Company at 4.58/5. A standalone piano move in Santa Clarita typically costs $1,296 to $5,670, depending on instrument type.

Piano moving in Santa Clarita Details
Santa Clarita movers offering this 64 of 77 (83.12%)
National average 72.52%
Top-rated Santa Clarita piano movers Camelot Moving & Storage, NorthStar Moving Company
Upright piano $1,296 to $2,430
Baby grand piano $1,944 to $4,050
Grand piano $2,916 to $5,670

Upright pianos weigh 400 to 800 lbs. Grand pianos exceed 1,200 lbs. Trained crews use piano boards, straps, and padded blankets to prevent structural damage that standard moving equipment cannot safely manage. Bundling a piano into a household move with full-service movers is usually cheaper than hiring a piano-only carrier.

How much does antique handling cost in Santa Clarita?

Antique handling is available from 52 of 77 Santa Clarita movers (67.53%), compared to 46.24% nationally. Camelot Moving & Storage (4.58/5) and NorthStar Moving Company (4.58/5) rate highest for antique care in Santa Clarita. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $1,620 to $4,050 to the total cost.

Antique handling in Santa Clarita Details
Santa Clarita movers offering this 52 of 77 (67.53%)
National average 46.24%
Top-rated Santa Clarita antique movers Camelot Moving & Storage, NorthStar Moving Company
Added cost to a household move $1,620 to $4,050
Per-piece handling fee $81 to $810
Custom crating per item $243 to $324

Custom crating and acid-free padding protect pieces that standard released-value coverage at $0.60/lb cannot adequately cover. A 50-lb antique valued at $5,000 receives only $30 under default protection, making full-value coverage the standard choice for heirloom and high-value items.

How much does art packing cost in Santa Clarita?

Art packing is available from 48 of 77 Santa Clarita movers (62.34%), compared to 45.76% nationally. Camelot Moving & Storage (4.58/5) and NorthStar Moving Company (4.58/5) rate highest for art packing in Santa Clarita. Per-piece art handling in Santa Clarita runs $81 to $810, with custom crates adding $243 to $324 per item.

Art packing in Santa Clarita Details
Santa Clarita movers offering this 48 of 77 (62.34%)
National average 45.76%
Top-rated Santa Clarita art movers Camelot Moving & Storage, NorthStar Moving Company
Per-piece handling fee $81 to $810
Custom crating per item $243 to $324

Archival materials and custom crates prevent UV exposure, humidity damage, and impact fractures that standard moving blankets cannot guard against for framed artwork and sculpture. Confirm the mover has direct experience with similar media before booking.

How much does climate-controlled storage cost in Santa Clarita?

Climate-controlled storage is available from 18 of 77 Santa Clarita movers (23.38%), compared to 33.2% nationally. Camelot Moving & Storage (4.58/5) and Air 1 Moving & Storage (4.52/5) rate highest for climate-controlled storage in Santa Clarita. Storage-in-transit runs about $0.50 per cubic foot per month, putting a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft) at roughly $416/month in Santa Clarita.

Climate-controlled storage in Santa Clarita Details
Santa Clarita movers offering this 18 of 77 (23.38%)
National average 33.2%
Top-rated Santa Clarita providers Camelot Moving & Storage, Air 1 Moving & Storage
Storage-in-transit rate About $0.50 per cubic foot per month
1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) $416

Climate-controlled units regulate both temperature and humidity, preventing warping, cracking, and mold in wood furniture, vinyl records, and electronics that temperature-only storage cannot protect. This matters most for storage gaps longer than 30 days or for moves that span seasonal humidity swings.

How much does fragile-only packing cost in Santa Clarita?

Fragile-only packing is available from 23 of 77 Santa Clarita movers (29.87%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Affordable Quality Moving and Storage (4.3/5) and Seka Moving (4.64/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Santa Clarita. Full professional packing runs $0.15 to $0.21 per pound; fragile-only packing covers dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps at a fraction of that total.

Fragile-only packing in Santa Clarita Details
Santa Clarita movers offering this 23 of 77 (29.87%)
National average 23.83%
Top-rated Santa Clarita providers Affordable Quality Moving and Storage, Seka Moving
Full professional packing rate $0.15 to $0.21 per pound

Fragile-only packing targets dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps without a full-service packing contract. Limiting professional packing to breakables keeps total packing cost down while covering the items most likely to break in transit.

What is the top-rated moving company in Santa Clarita?

Best California Movers (4.62/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Santa Clarita, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California. The Santa Clarita market averages 4.34/5 across 77 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.

Frequently asked questions: moving in Santa Clarita, CA

How much do movers cost in Santa Clarita, CA?

Local movers in Santa Clarita, CA charge by the hour. Based on moveBuddha's data from 9 Santa Clarita movers, hourly rates in this market range from $85/hour to $179/hour, with a median of $120/hour. Santa Clarita's top-rated mover is Best California Movers, earning a 4.62/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California.

Key cost factors for a Santa Clarita move, based on moveBuddha's review data:

  • Access fees: stairs, elevators, long carries, and shuttle service each add $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly. Get these costs itemized in your estimate before signing.
  • Deposit requirement: 26.0% of Santa Clarita movers require a deposit to hold your move date. Confirm refund terms before paying.
  • Full valuation coverage: 43.0% of Santa Clarita movers (33.0 companies) offer it. The default released-value protection covers only $0.60 per pound. Full valuation coverage costs extra and covers replacement value.
  • Hours on-site: local moves bill by the clock. Home size, floor access, elevator waits, and how much packing work the crew handles are the primary time drivers.
  • Long-distance pricing: moves leaving Santa Clarita across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 94.0% of Santa Clarita movers (72.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
  • Packing services: 100.0% of Santa Clarita movers (77.0 companies) offer full packing, and 74.0% supply packing materials. Professional packing adds $0.15-$0.21 per pound on average.

DIY options like a rental truck or moving container reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's analysis. Use the moving cost calculator to get a market-specific baseline before collecting quotes.

What do full-service movers in Santa Clarita include, and what costs extra?

A standard full-service move in Santa Clarita, CA includes loading, transport, and unloading. Basic furniture padding and simple disassembly/reassembly for bed frames and standard furniture pieces are included in the base rate. Packing, valuation upgrades, storage, crating, and specialty-item handling are add-ons billed separately. The table below shows what Santa Clarita movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.

Add-on service % of Santa Clarita movers Typical cost impact
Full packing 100.0% (77.0 companies) +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average
Packing materials 74.0% Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking
Storage 86.0% ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$416/month
Full valuation coverage 43.0% (33.0 companies) 1%-2% of declared shipment value (~$300-$600 on a $30,000 shipment); default released-value protection pays only $0.60/lb
Crating (fragile/high-value items) 81.0% (62.0 companies) $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances)
Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) 58.0% (45.0 companies) Hourly rate only; no truck or transport charge
Access fees (stairs, elevator, long carry, shuttle) Situational $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly; shuttle service adds $0.08-$0.12 per pound with minimums starting around $200

Every add-on above requires written confirmation before booking. A binding estimate locks the final price. A non-binding estimate can change based on actual weight or time. See the hidden and unexpected moving costs guide for a full breakdown of what to request in writing.

Do movers in Santa Clarita offer senior, military, or other discounts?

Santa Clarita movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 353 verified customer reviews across California. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Santa Clarita mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Santa Clarita movers are excluded. CA state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.

Discount type % of Santa Clarita movers # of movers Santa Clarita movers offering it Data source
Senior 3.0% 2.0 -- Santa Clarita
Military 3.0% 2.0 US Pro Logistics Santa Clarita
AAA 1.0% 1.0 -- Santa Clarita
Student 1.0% 1.0 -- Santa Clarita
Teacher 1.0% 1.0 -- Santa Clarita
Law enforcement 4.0% 3.0 US Pro Logistics Santa Clarita

Ask each mover whether the discount applies to your specific move date, what proof of eligibility is required, and whether it stacks with seasonal pricing or off-peak rates. Discounts are not automatically applied. Request them at the quote stage, before signing.

How we chose the best moving companies in Santa Clarita

moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 374 California moving companies using a five-factor weighted scoring system: customer satisfaction (40%), dispute resolution (20%), industry reputation (15%), online reputation (15%), and service options (10%).

That scoring system draws on moveBuddha's dataset of 1,000+ live price points and research across 4,500+ movers nationwide, so you're getting recommendations built on real market data, not just review aggregation

  • Customer satisfaction (40%): The company consistently completes moves on time, communicates proactively, and delivers within the estimated cost. These factors matter most when hiring a mover.
  • Dispute resolution (20%): Problems happen in every industry. We reward companies that take clear ownership of issues and make genuine, documented efforts to resolve them.
  • Industry reputation (15%): The company holds standing in professional moving organizations and participates in industry oversight, which signals accountability beyond customer reviews alone.
  • Online reputation (15%): The company maintains accurate, up-to-date information online and responds promptly and professionally to customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Service options (10%): We favor companies that offer full packing, storage, specialty item handling, and expedited delivery. These services matter on a complex move.

Read our complete moving company rating methodology for the full scoring breakdown.