Movers in Alameda, CA
10 moving companies based in and around Alameda have at least 5 Google reviews. 6 of them are rated 4.5 stars or higher on 30+ reviews, and 4 reach 4.7 stars on 100+ reviews. A local move with 2 movers and a truck typically runs $110–$170 an hour in the Bay Area, with a 2–3 hour minimum.
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Alameda County · Listing data from Google Maps via DataForSEO, refreshed September 27, 2026. Ratings are Google's. Nobody pays to be listed or ranked. How we rank
Top rated 4
At least 4.7 stars from 100 or more Google reviews.
1. Royal Moving & Storage San Francisco
Top ratedReviews mention Fast 104Careful 21
- Based in
- Oakland · 2 mi from center
- Also offers
- Packing, Storage, Long distance, Office moves, Pianos
- Hours
- Open 24 hours
- State permit
- Check the license
2. Sweet Lemon Moving Services
Top ratedReviews mention Fast 98Clear pricing 51Friendly 43On time 6
- Based in
- Alameda · 2 mi from center
- Also offers
- Packing, Storage, Long distance, Office moves
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:00–18:00 · Sat–Sun 8:00–17:00
- State permit
- Check the license
3. Yak and Yeti Movers
Top ratedReviews mention Professional 26Friendly 18Clear pricing 14Fast 10
- Based in
- Oakland · 3 mi from center
- Also offers
- Packing, Storage, Long distance, Office moves, Labor only, Junk removal
- Hours
- Daily 8:00–19:00
- State permit
- Check the license
4. Qshark Moving Company
Top ratedReviews mention Careful 11Friendly 7Fast 6Clear pricing 6
- Based in
- Oakland · 2 mi from center
- Also offers
- Packing, Storage, Long distance, Office moves, Pianos, Junk removal
- Hours
- Open 24 hours
- State permit
- Check the license
Well reviewed 2
At least 4.5 stars from 30 or more Google reviews.
5. NCS Moving Services
Well reviewedReviews mention Fast 5
- Based in
- Oakland · 2 mi from center
- Also offers
- Packing, Storage, Long distance, Junk removal
- Hours
- Open 24 hours
- State permit
- Check the license
6. Fairprice Movers Oakland Local & Long Distance Moving Company
Well reviewed- Based in
- Oakland · 2 mi from center
- Also offers
- Packing, Storage, Long distance, Office moves, Pianos, Labor only, Junk removal
- Hours
- Open 24 hours
- State permit
- Check the license
Also listed 4
Other movers here with at least 5 Google reviews. Fewer reviews, or a lower rating: check them more closely.
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U-Pack
ListedReviews mention Clear pricing 7Careful 3
- Based in
- Oakland · 1 mi from center
- Also offers
- Storage, Long distance, Labor only
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9:00–17:00
- State permit
- Check the license
Green Machine Delivery & Moving Services
ListedReviews mention Clear pricing 7Friendly 6Professional 3Careful 3
- Based in
- Oakland · 3 mi from center
- Also offers
- Packing, Office moves
- Hours
- Daily 7:00–20:00
- State permit
- Check the license
Move Central Movers Oakland
Listed- Based in
- Oakland · 2 mi from center
- Also offers
- Packing, Storage, Long distance, Office moves, Pianos, Labor only, Junk removal
- Hours
- Open 24 hours
- State permit
- Check the license
TMS Moving & Storage
ListedReviews mention Careful 5Fast 4Friendly 3On time 3
- Based in
- Oakland · 3 mi from center
- Also offers
- Packing, Storage, Office moves
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:00–17:00
- State permit
- Check the license
Moving cost in Alameda
Bay Area local movers charge by the hour, per crew. Typical 2026 rates published by Bay Area movers:
| Crew | Hourly rate | Usually enough for |
|---|---|---|
| 2 movers and a truck | $110–$170 | Studio or small 1-bedroom |
| 3 movers and a truck | $159–$255 | 1–2 bedrooms, SF walk-ups, small homes |
| 4 movers and a truck | $209–$340 | 3+ bedrooms, heavy items |
Most movers have a 2–3 hour minimum, and many add a flat truck or fuel fee of about $39–$79. Get a range for your own move with the cost calculator, and see Bay Area moving costs for the sources.
How to choose
- Call three. Start with the top-rated movers, then read their recent Google reviews, not just the stars. Give each the same details (the form below writes them for you).
- Check the license. In-state household movers need a California permit. It takes two minutes in the official lookup. How to check.
- Get it in writing. Hourly rate, crew size, minimum hours, travel fee, stairs and packing, before move day.
- Ask about coverage. What the mover pays if something breaks, and whether you can buy more.
- Moving a piano? Not every mover handles one. Our sister site lists piano movers in the San Francisco area, ranked by piano experience.
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Frequently asked questions
Who are the best-reviewed movers in Alameda?
On Google, the Alameda-area movers with the strongest ratings on the most reviews are Royal Moving & Storage San Francisco (4.9★, 761 reviews), Sweet Lemon Moving Services (5.0★, 649 reviews) and Yak and Yeti Movers (4.9★, 289 reviews). The full list below is ranked by rating and number of reviews; nobody pays to be listed.
How much do movers cost in Alameda?
Most Bay Area movers charge by the hour: about $110–$170 for 2 movers and a truck, $159–$255 for 3 movers and a truck. Stairs, long carries, packing and weekend dates add to that. Get a number for your move with the cost calculator.
How do I check that a Alameda mover is licensed?
Movers doing household moves within California need a permit from the Bureau of Household Goods and Services. Search the company name or permit number in the official lookup. For moves to another state, the mover also needs a USDOT number. How to check a mover's license.
What should I ask before I book?
The hourly rate and crew size in writing, the minimum hours, travel or truck fees, how stairs and long carries are charged, what coverage applies if something breaks, and whether the estimate is binding or not-to-exceed.