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How did we become the leader in the Moving & Storage industry
One Stop Moving & Storage has specialized in moving, storage, and packing services in San Diego for over 15 years. We consistently receive 5-star reviews on Yelp and Google and have a 98% return customer rating that vouches for our quality of work. We follow the golden rule and take care of our customers the way we want to be taken care of as customers. It is important to us to support and guide everyone through what can be one of life’s most significant changes.
We Make it Simple!
From the first knock on your door to the last of your items being unpacked and settled into your home or apartment, we won’t stop until you are delighted with your relocation. We hire full-time employees who are trained and skilled, not temporary day laborers. Our company in San Diego has a minimum of three or four hours for our professional moving services, with 15-minute billing increments. We promise to help move you as quickly and efficiently as possible with a fully equipped lift-gate truck with special equipment to speed up your move. There is no extra charge for stairs. You can count on us to supply you with a free on-site quote and free wardrobe boxes, moving blankets, padding for your precious possessions, door, floor protectors, and more. Call now for a quote on your relocation. We are a local San Diego moving company you can trust to provide you with a fantastic job and personalized service.
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- 50 FREE Boxes with a Local Move
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- Fully Licensed & Insured
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- Free In-Home Visual Estimate
- Local Moving
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- Safe & Secure Storage
- Professional Packing Services
- Full-Time Trained Employees
7 Questions to Start the Moving Conversation
- How many bedrooms will we move from your current location?
- Will you need any help with packing?
- What is your heaviest or largest item that needs moving?
- What zip code do you currently live in?
- What zip code are you moving to?
- Will you need any storage services?
- What is your estimated moving date?
Common Questions
Dresser
if your dresser is made out of solid wood, then NO, you can leave clothes and light items in it. if your dresser is made out of Prestwood, then YES, please remove all items.File Cabinet
Yes! please remove all items from file cabinet- Medications for you, your family or pets
- Pets and children
- Sensitive or important paperwork
- Chemicals and cleaning supplies (wrap each item separately in sealed plastic so if they leak they do not cause damage or interact with other chemicals).
- Phones, laptops, jewelry, heirlooms and invaluable items
- Review the visual estimate or hourly rate and fees with the foreman on your moving crew
- Let the movers know where pets are kept in the house
- Inform the movers of any specific time frames or budget constraints that you have
- Do a walk-through of the property and let the movers know if any hardware on the walls needs to be taken down, if anything is staying at the old house, if there is food in the fridge or freezer you want
- Point out any extra fragile or broken items
- When the movers are done packing up your old house, do a walk-through with the foreman to check every closet, room, garage, backyard (are you bringing the hose?), side yard, attic, fridge, dishwasher, washer and dryer to make sure everything is gone
- Leave a box of cleaning materials and supplies in the old house if you’re going to be coming back the next day to clean.
For the consumer’s protection, it is against the law for moving companies to provide an estimated time or cost for your move without seeing the items that are being moved. Moving companies can only give hourly rates and fees over the phone.
For this reason, we offer visual moving estimates. This is when a professional estimator comes to your house for about 15 minutes and views the items and/or space that you are moving. The estimator will discuss the moving process and what you can expect and ask you questions about your moving timeline and constraints. You will receive a written estimate at that time, which is a very helpful tool when shopping around for moving companies. This written estimate is not a contract for the exact time frame and cost of the move, but rather an estimate based on years of experience in the industry.
When the movers arrive on the day of the move, they will review the written estimate with the customer and based on what they see that day they will let the customer know if they can expect the move to take significantly longer or shorter than previously estimated. The majority of the time there is very little difference between the written estimate and the actual time and cost. When there are significant variances it is typically due to one of the following:
- Customers end up moving or discarding items after the visual estimate
- The customer has asked for a larger or smaller moving crew than what the visual estimate recommends
- Hidden or forgotten rooms/spaces were not included or discussed during the visual estimate, such as attics, extra storage units, sheds in the backyard, etc.
$3-$6 per mover per hour
Tipping is not necessary, but it is a commonly accepted practice in the industry for a job well done. The widely accepted tipping rate for movers is around 5% or $4/hour per mover. Unlike restaurants where customers tip one waiter and then the waiter tips out the help staff, movers keep their own tips. Tipping each mover separable will show your appreciation and recognition for that individual’s work.
Hire movers to move you
The majority of our moving trucks are 26 feet long and 8 feet wide and 8 feet tall. This is the largest size moving truck in its class and can hold just over 1,600 cubic feet or around 10,000 lbs. This size of a truck can usually fit the contents of a 3-5 bedroom house, depending on how many items and appliances there are. Some 5 bedroom houses that are fully furnished and that are moving all the appliances will need a second truck to complete their move. There is an additional fee for utilizing a second truck on your moving day, which covers the cost of the driver, fuel and wear and tear on the truck. Even with the additional fee for the second moving truck, using 2 trucks on your moving day will be cheaper and will reduce the number of hours it takes to move drastically (rather than having 1 truck do 2 trips).
Dresser
if your dresser is made out of solid wood, then NO, you can leave clothes and light items in it. if your dresser is made out of Prestwood, then YES, please remove all items. if your dresser is made out of Prestwood, then YES, please remove all items.File Cabinet
Yes! please remove all items from file cabinet- Customers end up moving or discarding items after the visual estimate
- The customer has asked for a larger or smaller moving crew than what the visual estimate recommends
- Hidden or forgotten rooms/spaces were not included or discussed during the visual estimate, such as attics, extra storage units, sheds in the backyard, etc
Unlike a local, intercity move, a long distance or out of state move is not billed by the hour. Instead, the cost is based on the weight of the items being moved. One way to figure out the price of y our move is by weight. The moving company will weigh the truck when it is empty, then load all the items onto the truck and weigh it again to determine the weight of the items being moved. Then this number is multiplied by the agreed upon rate per pound (this varies based on where you are starting from and where you are moving to). The great part about this method is that it is very accurate and you know that you are only paying for the exact number of pounds that you are moving. The downside of this method is that your items are already loaded onto the moving company’s truck before you know how much your move is going to cost. This makes it very difficult to plan and budget for your move.
To help you better plan and prepare for your move, we can perform a visual estimate (complete with an inventory list) prior to your move and provide you with a flat rate for your move. The visual estimator will need to see all of your items that will be moved and will need to know all the details of your move, such as what date you want the items picked up and what date and where you need the items delivered. Based on the visual estimator’s years of experience and access to some of the moving industry’s best data to date, they will be able to provide you with a flat rate for the move.
Long distance moving to Las Vegas, NV
If you are moving within 600 miles or less of your starting point, then we can have your items delivered to you the next day. Usually we load the truck and drive to the new location in one day and then begin the unloading process the next morning.
If you are moving more than 600 miles from your starting point then the time of delivery will vary based on distance, weather and of course, your own schedule. It is often the case that people are in temporary housing at their new location for a few days, weeks or even months. In that case, we offer storage solutions and can work with your timeline for delivery.
Long distance moving to New Mexico, NM
Dresser
if your dresser is made out of solid wood, then NO, you can leave clothes and light items in it. if your dresser is made out of Prestwood, then YES, please remove all items.File Cabinet
Yes! please remove all items from file cabinet- Medications for you, your family or pets
- Pets and children
- Sensitive or important paperwork
- Chemicals and cleaning supplies (wrap each item separately in sealed plastic so if they leak they do not cause damage or interact with other chemicals).
- Phones, laptops, jewelry, heirlooms and invaluable items
- Family and friends
- Current Employer
- Landlord
- Postal service: https://moversguide.usps.com/mgo/disclaimer
- Electric and Gas Company
- Water
- Telephone
- Cable
- Internet
- Domestic waste collection
- Your voting registration should be updated when you change your address with the DMV but always double check so that you receive the correct voting information and ballets!
- Accountant, Tax Consultants, lawyers
- Banks, creditors, loan agencies, 401k holding company (if you’re employer doesn’t already do this for you).
- Any ongoing subscription services, like meal delivery, magazines, produce boxes, clothing shopping services, etc
- Insurance company
- Doctors, dentists, eye doctors, vets
- Schools, clubs, organizations, sports teams
- Shopping apps: target, amazon, your phone profile, apple pay, grub hub, letgo, facebook ‘buy nothing’ or ‘being neighborly’ groups, nextdoor neighbor app, the ‘home’ default on your navigation apps,
- Solar company
- Gardener, babysitters, cleaning companies,
Here is a good list to get you started:
- Call at least 3 moving companies to get price ranges and visual estimates
- Select a moving company and reserve your moving date
- Decide if you’re going to have professional packers or do it yourself
- Start collecting packing materials and boxes
- Start packing and labeling
- Plan what to do with pets and children the day of the move
- Plan to be at the house when the movers are there to answer any questions, but once they get started you will have some time on your hands. We recommend keeping wifi and electricity and water on during moving day.
- Hire cleaning service or plan a day to clean yourself
- Plan to pack on one day (if you have a professional), move on another day, and clean on a third. Unless you have a studio apartment this is all too much to do in one day.
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- Review the visual estimate or hourly rate and fees with the foreman on your moving crew
- Let the movers know where pets are kept in the house
- Inform the movers of any specific time frames or budget constraints that you have
- Do a walk-through of the property and let the movers know if any hardware on the walls needs to be taken down, if anything is staying at the old house, if there is food in the fridge or freezer you want
- Point out any extra fragile or broken items
- When the movers are done packing up your old house, do a walk-through with the foreman to check every closet, room, garage, backyard (are you bringing the hose?), side yard, attic, fridge, dishwasher, washer and dryer to make sure everything is gone
- Leave a box of cleaning materials and supplies in the old house if you’re going to be coming back the next day to clean.
Dresser
if your dresser is made out of solid wood, then NO, you can leave clothes and light items in it. if your dresser is made out of Prestwood, then YES, please remove all items.File Cabinet
Yes! please remove all items from file cabinet- Toiletries
- Pillows, fitted sheets and blankets for the first night in the home
- Washcloth and bath towels for everyone
- Change of clothes
- Plastic bags to keep dirty clothes in
- Garbage bags
- Toilet paper
- Hand soap
- Paper towel
- Paper plates and a few utensils
- Basic tool kit for assembling furniture (if you don’t want the movers to do this for you)
- Snacks and easy to prepare food items for the next 2 days
- Dog/animal food, leash and toys
- Chargers for your laptop and phones
- Garage openers and keys for the new house and/or personal storage units
- Kids backpacks, school work, etc (if the children will need them the next day for school)
There are many apps or websites that have people offering free, used boxes and packing materials. Check out: Facebook’s ‘Buy Nothing’ groups, the Nextdoor Neighbor App, LetGo App, etc.
Check daily or weekly for these items, as they are posted often. Just make sure when using used boxes to reinforce all sides and openings of the boxes with packing tape. This will give them structure and strength so they can be stacked on top of each other without collapsing.
The big box stores, like Home Depot and Lowe’s are expensive so buy there sparingly. The most expensive place to buy your packing materials though is through your own moving company! Your moving crew will have extra boxes and packing materials on the truck just in case the customer needs to buy a few last minute items, but this should be used as a back up only, as the convince cost of having the movers bring the materials with them will make the cost of these products that much more expensive.
And don’t forget your mattress bags! Many people forget to procure a large plastic bag to cover their mattress during the moving process. This will help ensure that your mattress will stay clean and dry throughout the move.
Packing and packers in San Diego County
- Boxes of all sizes, including TV boxes and boxes for art
- More tape than you think you’ll need and if different colors if you want to do a color coding system
- Permanent markers of different colors
- Paper towels
- Garbage bags
- Bubble wrap, packing paper or newspaper
- Plastic Mattress covers
- Box cutter
- Band aids (those box cutters are sharp man)
- Start packing early and often. People greatly underestimate how much time it will take them to pack.
- Leave your clothes hanging in the closet (they will be moved with wardrobe boxes)
- Light items in large boxes (like towels and linens)
- Heavy items in small boxes. Over-packed or heavy boxes increase the likelihood of damages
- Don’t leave empty spaces in boxes. Fill in the gaps with towels or packing paper. If it is unbalanced or half packed it is likely to fall over or get crushed, causing damages.
- Do not mix items from different rooms in the same box. It will make unpacking very time consuming.
- Label (or color code) boxes with the 1) room 2) content descriptions 3) if it’s fragile
- If you’d like to keep inventory, number each box and keep a list of each box and how it is labeled.
- Tape the top and bottom seams of a box very well, then wrap the seams of the box on top and bottom to give structure and strength to the boxes. This will help them stack well and prevent damages.
- Glass: create a large X with tape over the glass to support it and keep the glass together if it does break. Then wrap in bubble wrap and put into a box. If you’re putting multiple picture frames in one box then put a piece of cardboard or a few layers of paper between each frame
- Dishes:
- Pack vertically, never horizontally or laying down.
- Use plenty of paper between each dish and on the top and bottom of the box.
- You can wrap bowls and cups individually and then stack them.
- Plasma TVs need their original box or a special create, they can never be laid down on their side.
Here are some items that need special attention or professionals when packing. Please discuss these items with your moving coordination in advance of the move!
- Oil paintings (will stick or melt)
- Heavy statues
- Grand pianos
- Pool tables
- Safes that were specially installed
- Grandfather clocks
- Jacuzzi or above ground spas
- Chemicals and cleaning products
Hire movers to move you
- They are expensive to repair and replace
- They are very heavy (300-500lbs on average)
- They are made of very intricate and delicate parts
- The wood finish is easy to scratch and damage
- The best practices for moving a piano properly are not common sense (like removing the legs, wrapping the sound board and the lid separately)
- Not many people have the correct materials and equipment to move a piano properly
- Watch ‘piano moving fails’ on YouTube to see what I’m talking about
- Movers start charging when they arrive at your house.
- Double drive time: If it takes the movers 15 minutes to drive from your old house to your new house, they will charge 30 minutes of drive time.
- Standard rates apply as the movers unload the truck and will stop charging when all items are off of the truck (unless the customer would like the movers to continue to work on arranging and assembling furniture).
- Fuel rates apply.
- Packing materials are not included and are sold separately.
- A 4 hour minimum for each job (it is uncommon for moving companies to move ‘one off’ items like refrigerators or bed room sets.
- After the minimum hours have been met, most moving companies charge in 15 minute increments.
For the consumer’s protection, it is against the law for moving companies to provide an estimated time or cost for your move without seeing the items that are being moved. Moving companies can only give hourly rates and fees over the phone.
For this reason, we offer visual estimates. This is when a professional estimator comes to your house for about 15 minutes and views the items and/or space that you are moving. The estimator will discuss the moving process and what you can expect and ask you questions about your moving timeline and constraints. You will receive a written estimate at that time, which is a very helpful tool when shopping around for moving companies. This written estimate is not a contract for the exact time frame and cost of the move, but rather an estimate based on years of experience in the industry.
When the movers arrive on the day of the move, they will review the written estimate with the customer and based on what they see that day they will let the customer know if they can expect the move to take significantly longer or shorter than previously estimated. The majority of the time there is very little difference between the written estimate and the actual time and cost. When there are significant variances it is typically due to one of the following:
- Customers end up moving or discarding items after the visual estimate
- The customer has asked for a larger or smaller moving crew than what the visual estimate recommends
- Hidden or forgotten rooms/spaces were not included or discussed during the visual estimate, such as attics, extra storage units, sheds in the backyard, etc
You should never be asked to pay in-full for moving services prior to the move. Most moving companies will hold a credit card number to reserve your moving date, and it is common to have a small deposit if it is a larger, long distance or same day move.
Our company will hold a credit card to hold your moving date and will charge a $100 cancellation fee if the move is cancelled within 7 days of the move. There is no date to change the date or time of the move though (we know how seamless and predictable escrow and other moving factors can be). Once the movers arrive at your house or business, the foreman will review the hourly rates or written visual estimate (if there is one) with the customer. When the move is almost complete, the foreman will review the hours worked and fees with the customer again and then ask for payment.
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Customer Service You Can Count on
Customer Service You Can Count On Before, During and After Your San Diego Move!
- We keep the lines of communication open with 24/7 call support before, during and after your moving day to answer any questions and support you.
- Our knowledgeable and friendly employees will provide packing and moving tips and tricks.
- Your moving crew will communicate with you throughout the day to make sure all of your needs were met.
- We utilize one of the top-rated 3rd party insurance companies to expedite claims services.
- The easy and efficient claims process removes the runaround and ambiguity of your status and what you can expect. Our insurance compensation is aligned with the State of California and the Bureau of Household Goods and Services.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL MOVING PROFESSIONALS
Pro Movers San Diego CA, Orange, Riverside, and Los Angeles Counties.
When it comes right down to it, moving is a stressful time. It doesn’t matter if you are moving locally around the corner or to the next town over, you are uprooting your life and possessions. That’s where we come in. Allow our highly trained team to do all the work for you. All you need to do is relax and let us do the work!
We take great pride in offering you a customized estimate to fit your moving and storage needs. Here at One Stop Moving & Storage, our goal is to provide you with the peace of mind of knowing that your most prized possessions will be handled with care by our team of professional local movers.
We make it simple and efficient
We will sit down with you one-on-one and create a San Diego moving plan that best fits your budget and personal needs. We want your experience to be a smooth transition from start to finish. As soon as you pick up the phone to dial our number, you’ll be greeted by one of the friendly moving experts who can answer any questions you may have regarding your local move.
Planning ahead
LET US PACK, SO YOU DONT HAVE TO
Packing Services and packaging Supplies
If you are considering San Diego moving companies for packing, we provide the high-quality services you are looking for. One of the biggest and most time-consuming challenges of moving is packing your belongings. You want your possessions to be packed with care so they will arrive at your new destination the same way they left. Our professional packers are trained to pack all of your items promptly by using the top of the line packing materials and excellent organization skills. This includes your most fragile and valuable items, such as pianos, glass, and antiques. One Stop Moving & Storage offers you the peace of mind of knowing that your valuables will be safe and secure on the way to your new home. We offer a full range of packing services. Whether you need all of your items packed or partial packing services, we are here to get the job done.
Our Packers, What You Can Expect
Our guys will meet with you before your move to assist you in your San Diego moving preparation. This will ensure a quicker and more efficient move. We will discuss whether you need a complete packing service or a partial packing service. Don’t forget that we offer various packing supplies such as boxes, blankets, paper pads, custom crating, shrink wrap, bubble wrap, and mattress bags and boxes.
We offer many box sizes, from wardrobe boxes to large boxes to pack lamps or television sets. We will strategically plan which boxes you should have immediately upon your arrival at your new destination. Boxes that hold bathroom items, towels, and bedding will be readily available so you begin to settle into your new home with ease. Read more…
SAFE, CLEAN AND SECURE STORAGE
Leader in the moving and storage industry
One Stop Moving & Storage offers storage solutions of all sizes and time frames. We are your San Diego full service storage company We have well-organized processes and systems in place to help manage and track all of your items as they enter and exit our storage units. For current storage rates and sizes.
Storage Inventory Tracking System
When we pick up your items to go into storage, you will be assigned a color (let’s use orange as an example). All of your items will be wrapped in padded blankets, and an orange sticker with your storage unit number will be placed on the item. The foreman will be responsible for creating an itemized list of everything going into storage and writing down the item description (kitchen table, TV, large box, small box, etc). You will receive a copy of the itemized list of everything marked to go into your San Diego storage unit.
While your items are in our storage
- They will remain in the padded blankets to prevent items from getting dusty, to prevent items from scratching each other in the storage, and to act as floor and wall padding during all moving processes. Using these padded blankets is also eco-friendlier than disposable plastic shrink wrap.
- We offer an automated monthly payment system and no deposit necessary
- All units are under 24/7 surveillance and are protected from the elements
- Climate control units are available when requested and are recommended when storing oil paintings, wine, pianos and other temperature-sensitive items. Storage rates When you are ready to have your items delivered to you, just call us to schedule a time and date that works for you. Your moving team will deliver your items while checking them off the orange itemization list and make sure that every item is accounted for.
FROM SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TO ANYWHERE IN THE UNITED STATES
Long Distance Moving Professionals
One Stop Moving & Storage is a highly rated San Diego long distance moving company. We provide moving services with the same care and strategic oversight we manage our local moves with. We can execute and maintain control of the entirety of the move from start to finish. Some long-distance moving services sub-contract the work to day-laborers in the receiving city, which can minimize the quality of the moving experience.
We either use our moving teams to complete long distance moves, or utilize our long-standing relationships with sister moving companies. We ensure only trained and experienced long distance movers are assigned to each of our moving projects, which makes for quality moving services.
COMMERCIAL MOVING
Office Movers 24/7
Relocating a San Diego business can be a stressful time. Whether you’re a one-person operation or your business occupies an entire downtown San Diego California building, we understand that time is money. As experienced movers, we offer services that provide as little disruption as possible so your business can be up and running in no time. We understand the unique demands of commercial moving, and our team of professional movers has the experience you can count on.
No San Diego California office is too big or too small for our team of experts. We have a proven track record as a prominent commercial moving company. We will assign a commercial relocation team to assist you with your move. They will be your liaison throughout the process, overseeing every aspect of your office move. Our office moving team will map out a plan before the move, allowing for a speedy and efficient move. They will discuss how your equipment and materials will be packed and answer any concerns you may have. Our team of experts will provide you with a moving timeline so you’ll know when your business will be up and running again. Read more…
PIANO MOVING PROFESSIONALS
Professional Piano Movers in , San Diego California
The average piano weighs anywhere from 300 to 600 pounds but could easily weigh up to 1400 pounds. Now that you’ve decided to move, you’re wondering how in the world your piano will be packed and moved and still stay in one piece. If your piano isn’t adequately packed, this could result in some severe damage. Most accidents occur when not hiring a fully licensed professional to move the piano using the piano wheels. We only use proper equipment and techniques, guaranteeing the safety of your piano and our employees.
When moving large items such as your piano, you can leave them to us. There is no need to panic, we’ll pack your piano with the utmost care so you can sit back and relax while we get the job done. One will carefully pack your piano by wrapping it and properly crating it, so it will arrive at its new location the same way it left. Our professional piano movers specialize in moving all types of pianos, including baby grands, concertos, uprights, and spinets.
VISUAL ESTIMATES
Visual and Virtual Estimates
Hands down, the best tool at your disposal for planning and preparing for your moving day is to have a Visual Estimate (either in-person or virtual options are available). We can work together to find a 15-20-minute window for a Professional Assessor to come to your San Diego house and assess the non-boxable items that will need to be moved. For your convenience or your preference, these assessments can also be conducted via FaceTime or other virtual means. We combine affordable rates with a best price guarantee!
Here is what you can expect from an assessment:
- A written estimate as to how many hours the move will take in total
- A written estimate, or a flat rate for the cost of the move
- Recommendations for specialized packing materials and/or reminders of common packing materials that people often forget are necessary (like mattress protectors)
- Uninterrupted time to ask any questions or discuss any parts of your San Diego move that you are unsure about or would like to know more about. What to do with pets, chemicals or specialized equipment are common topics often specific to each customer and their situation. Read more…
