The Best Long-Distance Movers in South Pasadena, CA
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The best long-distance mover in South Pasadena is Seka Moving (4.7/5) for in-state moves and Safeway Moving (4.9/5) for moves out of California, per moveBuddha's analysis of 374 California movers.
Who are the best interstate movers serving South Pasadena?
moveBuddha's top-rated interstate movers for South Pasadena residents moving out of California are Safeway Moving (4.9/5), American Van Lines (4.9/5), Allied Van Lines (4.2/5), Mayzlin Relocation (4.8/5), and North American Van Lines (4.8/5). National carriers operate dedicated long-haul networks, carry interstate FMCSA authority, and price moves by weight and mileage, the standard model for cross-state relocations.
Who are the best long-distance movers in South Pasadena for in-state moves?
Seka Moving (4.7/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated South Pasadena-based mover for long-distance moves within California, followed by Sterling Van Lines (4.7/5) and Rigo's Moving Company Inc (4.58/5). Of the 103 intrastate-capable movers serving South Pasadena, 105 offer full packing services, which can meaningfully reduce the physical load of a longer in-state move. Full rankings for local long-distance movers serving South Pasadena are listed below.
Below are moveBuddha's top picks for long-distance movers that serve South Pasadena but stay within California:
- Seka Moving: 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Sterling Van Lines: 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Rigo's Moving Company Inc: 4.58 out of 5 stars
- Box-N-Go, LLC: 4.56 out of 5 stars
- Gentlemen's Moving Company: 4.64 out of 5 stars
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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.
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"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!"
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Sterling Van Lines has been in business for 33 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Sterling Van Lines has about 85% positive reviews across roughly 362 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.9.
Quote accuracy 4.6
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Sterling Van Lines. Discounts may be available for groups like military, seniors, law enforcement.
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Sterling Van Lines emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"They moved a very old family piano along with other furniture across the country and delivery was perfect. They kept me informed of timings and any hold ups. The guys were very nice, respectful and made an emotional move easier."
"Sterling Van Lines delivered my piano efficiently. The delivery crew worked like clockwork. Everything arrived in perfect shape. I would recommend them for any important move."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Rigo's Moving Company Inc 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 5.0
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Rigo's Moving Company Inc has about 80% positive reviews across roughly 522 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.2.
Quote accuracy 3.9
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Rigo's Moving Company Inc.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Rigo's Moving Company Inc emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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"Rigos Moving Company made my move a breeze! Their team was punctual, professional, and handled my belongings with care. From start to finish, their communication was excellent, and they delivered on their promises. I highly recommend!"
"They showed up right on time, were very courteous, quick, and efficient. They packed my things in a U-Box and fit everything inside with expert skill in an hour flat. I would highly recommend Rigo's."
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Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Box-N-Go, LLC has been in business for 18 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.
Review quality 4.5
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Box-N-Go, LLC has about 100% positive reviews across roughly 134 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 Box-N-Go, LLC, and Box-N-Go, LLC makes deposit expectations clear upfront.
Customer service 5.0
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Box-N-Go, LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
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Sal from Box n Go was extremely helpful and professional. He placed our rental container with ease even went the extra mile to help with the opening of my gate since i had a bit of a challenge. If you want excellent customer service- ask for Sal Garcia!
Box-n-Go was recommended to me by a friend, and they did not disappoint. They dropped off and picked up their storage units on time, as I scheduled. The units were clean and spacious. Frank was super easy to deal with. I will be recommending them to my friends.
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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.
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"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."
What add-on services do South Pasadena movers offer?
Not every mover in South Pasadena offers specialty services. Based on moveBuddha's review of 105 South Pasadena movers, here is what is available and how often:
- Art handling: offered by 64.76% of South Pasadena movers, compared to 61.76% statewide and 45.83% nationally.
- Junk removal: offered by 14.29% of South Pasadena movers, compared to 19.25% statewide and 36.39% nationally.
- Fragile-only packing: offered by 27.62% of South Pasadena movers, compared to 28.61% statewide and 23.87% nationally.
- Storage: offered by 87.62% of South Pasadena movers, compared to 86.1% statewide and 84.85% nationally.
- Hot tub relocation: offered by 31.43% of South Pasadena movers, compared to 32.09% statewide and 21.93% nationally.
- Piano moving: offered by 79.05% of South Pasadena movers, compared to 79.41% statewide and 72.52% nationally.
Specialty service costs below use moveBuddha's pricing dataset adjusted for South Pasadena's cost of living.
Does South Pasadena have movers that offer art handling?
Art handling is available from 68 of 105 South Pasadena movers (64.76%), compared to 61.76% statewide and 45.83% nationally. Seka Moving (4.7/5) and Sterling Van Lines (4.7/5) rate highest for art handling in South Pasadena. Per-piece handling runs $81 to $810, with custom crates adding $243 to $324 per item.
| Art handling in South Pasadena | Details |
|---|---|
| South Pasadena movers offering this | 68 of 105 (64.76%) |
| California statewide | 231 of 374 (61.76%) |
| National average | 45.83% |
| Top-rated South Pasadena art movers | Seka Moving, Sterling Van Lines |
| Per-piece handling fee | $81 to $810 |
| Custom crating per item | $243 to $324 |
Custom crates and archival materials are the baseline for art moving, not an upgrade. Standard blankets protect against surface scratches but offer no defense against UV exposure or humidity shifts that cause paint to crack, canvas to warp, or sculpture finishes to degrade. Before booking, confirm the mover has handled pieces in the same medium and ask whether crates are built in-house or outsourced to a third party.
Does South Pasadena have movers that offer junk removal?
Junk removal is available from 15 of 105 South Pasadena movers (14.29%), compared to 19.25% statewide and 36.39% nationally. Gentlemen's Moving Company (4.64/5) rate highest for junk removal in South Pasadena. Standalone junk removal typically runs $243 to $810 per load.
| Junk removal in South Pasadena | Details |
|---|---|
| South Pasadena movers offering this | 15 of 105 (14.29%) |
| California statewide | 72 of 374 (19.25%) |
| National average | 36.39% |
| Top-rated South Pasadena junk removal movers | Gentlemen's Moving Company |
| Typical cost per load | $243 to $810 |
| Single large item | $122 to $243 |
Removing items before a weight-based long-distance quote is finalized directly reduces the shipment total and the move cost. Movers offering bundled junk removal can clear unwanted furniture and appliances on load day, eliminating a separate scheduling step. Verify the service covers the item types you need removed, since some movers exclude electronics, hazardous materials, and large appliances from standard junk removal pricing.
Does South Pasadena have movers that offer fragile-only packing?
Fragile-only packing is available from 29 of 105 South Pasadena movers (27.62%), compared to 28.61% statewide and 23.87% nationally. Seka Moving (4.7/5) and Sterling Van Lines (4.7/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in South Pasadena. 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 South Pasadena | Details |
|---|---|
| South Pasadena movers offering this | 29 of 105 (27.62%) |
| California statewide | 107 of 374 (28.61%) |
| National average | 23.87% |
| Top-rated South Pasadena providers | Seka Moving, Sterling Van Lines |
| 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.
Does South Pasadena have movers that offer storage?
Storage is available from 92 of 105 South Pasadena movers (87.62%), compared to 86.1% statewide and 84.85% nationally. Seka Moving (4.7/5) and Sterling Van Lines (4.7/5) rate highest for storage in South Pasadena. 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.
| Storage in South Pasadena | Details |
|---|---|
| South Pasadena movers offering this | 92 of 105 (87.62%) |
| California statewide | 322 of 374 (86.1%) |
| National average | 84.85% |
| Top-rated South Pasadena storage movers | Seka Moving, Sterling Van Lines |
| Storage-in-transit rate | About $0.50 per cubic foot per month |
| 1-bedroom monthly estimate (~514 cu ft) | $416 |
| 2-3 bedroom monthly estimate (~1,000 cu ft) | $810 |
Movers that offer storage-in-transit hold belongings in their warehouse between pickup and delivery. The standard rate is approximately $0.50 per cubic foot per month. For a 1-bedroom load (about 514 cu ft), that is roughly $416 per month. Ask how the mover calculates the billing start date before committing to a storage window longer than 30 days.
Does South Pasadena have movers that offer hot tub relocation?
Hot tub relocation is available from 33 of 105 South Pasadena movers (31.43%), compared to 32.09% statewide and 21.93% nationally. Seka Moving (4.7/5) and Sterling Van Lines (4.7/5) rate highest for hot tub moves in South Pasadena. Hot tub moves typically run $243 to $648 per item when bundled with a full-service move.
| Hot tub relocation in South Pasadena | Details |
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| South Pasadena movers offering this | 33 of 105 (31.43%) |
| California statewide | 120 of 374 (32.09%) |
| National average | 21.93% |
| Top-rated South Pasadena hot tub movers | Seka Moving, Sterling Van Lines |
| Bundled with full-service move | $243 to $648 |
| Standalone hot tub move | $486 to $1,296 |
Hot tubs are heavy, fragile, and access-dependent. Empty weight runs 500 to 1,000 lbs. Full drainage is required before any move. Tight backyard access may require a crane or a shuttle relay, both of which add to the final cost. Confirm the mover has moved hot tubs specifically, not just bulky items, before booking, since the shell and plumbing require different handling than furniture.
Does South Pasadena have movers that offer piano moving?
Piano moving is available from 83 of 105 South Pasadena movers (79.05%), compared to 79.41% statewide and 72.52% nationally. Seka Moving (4.7/5) and Sterling Van Lines (4.7/5) rate highest for piano moving in South Pasadena. A standalone piano move typically costs $1,296 to $5,670, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in South Pasadena | Details |
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| South Pasadena movers offering this | 83 of 105 (79.05%) |
| California statewide | 297 of 374 (79.41%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated South Pasadena piano movers | Seka Moving, Sterling Van Lines |
| Upright piano | $1,296 to $2,430 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,944 to $4,050 |
| Grand piano | $2,916 to $5,670 |
The weight range for upright pianos is 400 to 800 lbs. Grand pianos exceed 1,200 lbs. Neither can be safely moved with standard furniture dollies or blankets. Crews certified for piano moving carry piano boards, rigging straps, and padded blankets designed for the instrument's weight distribution and finish. Adding a piano to a full-service household move is almost always cheaper than contracting a piano-only specialist.
Who are the best movers in South Pasadena for small long-distance moves?
Seka Moving leads South Pasadena's small-move providers with a 4.7/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Sterling Van Lines at 4.7/5. DIY options like moving containers and rental trucks reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving and are worth comparing for loads under 3,000 pounds.
What are the best moving containers for long-distance moves from South Pasadena?
Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5), U-Pack (5.0/5), and MovingYourself (5.0/5) are moveBuddha's top-rated container options for moves out of South Pasadena. Moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, making them the most cost-effective option for South Pasadena residents who can handle their own loading and unloading. Container pricing varies by distance, container size, and the number of units required, so use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare quotes for your specific move before committing to a provider.
What are the best labor-only movers in South Pasadena?
59 of 105 South Pasadena movers (56.19%) offer labor-only services, compared to 52.14% statewide and 54.55% nationally. Seka Moving (4.7/5) is moveBuddha's top-rated labor-only mover in South Pasadena, followed by Sterling Van Lines (4.7/5). Labor-only movers handle loading and unloading without providing a truck, making them the right fit for South Pasadena residents who plan to drive themselves or who have rented their own vehicle. Combining a labor-only crew with a rental truck or moving container reduces total move cost by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's pricing dataset.
What are the best moving truck rentals for long-distance South Pasadena moves?
Budget Truck Rental, Penske Truck Rental, and U-Haul Truck Rental are moveBuddha's top-rated rental truck options for a DIY move out of South Pasadena. A truck rental is the cheapest way to move out of state for those willing to handle both the loading and the driving. For moves over 500 miles, a local mover and a national mover price a rental truck the same, so distance alone does not change which provider to choose. Use the moveBuddha cost calculator to compare total DIY costs against container and full-service quotes before committing.
How much does it cost to hire long-distance movers in South Pasadena?
Moving costs across California range from $436 for a studio (2 movers, 3 hours at $171/hour) to $4,028 for a 5+ bedroom home (5 movers, 10 hours), according to moveBuddha's analysis of California mover quotes. The table below shows California statewide averages by home size. Your actual cost in South Pasadena will vary based on distance, access conditions, and your mover's pricing model.
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| Home size | Estimated interstate cost from California* |
|---|---|
| Studio apartment | $436 |
| 1-bedroom home or apartment | $608 |
| 2-bedroom home or apartment | $985 |
| 3-bedroom home | $2,281 |
| 4-bedroom home | $2,617 |
| 5+ bedroom home | $4,028 |
*Estimated costs above are based on varying types of moves that cross state lines in California. All exceed 150 miles, but might remain below 1,500. Your price depends on inventory, distance, timing, service level, and more.
Data reflects California statewide averages based on moveBuddha's analysis of mover quotes collected.
What affects moving costs in South Pasadena?
Here are some additional cost considerations for your long-distance South Pasadena move:
- Distance: The farther you move from South Pasadena, the more you pay. A short intrastate move costs far less than a cross-country relocation. Once you cross state lines, pricing structure changes entirely and costs rise considerably.
- Home size and weight: Movers price local moves by the hour and interstate moves by total shipment weight. Downsizing before your move reduces both your bill and your packing time.
- Move type: Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most. DIY options like rental trucks or moving containers reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service, according to moveBuddha data.
- Add-on services: Professional packing adds an average of $0.15–$0.21 per pound. Shuttle service, if required, adds $0.08–$0.12 per pound with minimums often starting around $200.
- Timing: Summer moves (May through September) carry the highest rates. Mid-month and mid-week bookings are consistently cheaper than weekend or month-end dates.
FAQs about the best long-distance movers in South Pasadena
What licensing requirements apply to long-distance movers in South Pasadena?
Any moving company transporting goods from South Pasadena to another state must hold a valid USDOT number and active FMCSA registration. 99 of the 105 movers moveBuddha has reviewed in South Pasadena meet that standard — and every mover on this page is among them. Verify any company's status in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's database.
The FMCSA's Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move explains what to expect and what protections apply throughout your interstate move.
Should I choose a local or national mover for my South Pasadena relocation?
For moves within California, a local mover in South Pasadena is the more cost-effective choice. moveBuddha has reviewed 105 movers in the area, averaging $127/hour, with 103 licensed for intrastate routes and 99 authorized for cross-state moves.
For relocations leaving California, national carriers bring more logistics infrastructure for long hauls, which can reduce delays and coordination failures on complex routes, even if the price tag is higher.
When is the cheapest time of year to move away from South Pasadena?
November and December are the cheapest months to hire movers in South Pasadena. Winter lows average 45°F, demand drops sharply from the summer peak, and movers have more open schedule capacity — all of which create real leverage to negotiate on price. Off-season timing also comes with faster quote turnaround and more predictable availability.
What are the cheapest ways to move out of South Pasadena?
Budget-friendly moves from South Pasadena almost always come down to a DIY approach, especially within 50 miles. Rental trucks and moving containers cut costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's pricing research. The two most affordable routes are a rental truck from companies like U-Haul or a moving container from PODS. Additional strategies for longer moves are in our guide to the cheapest ways to move out of state.
