Hire Movers in
Costa Mesa, CA

Looking for movers in Costa Mesa? MovingPlace makes it easy to compare top-rated movers, get an instant moving quote, and book movers online—all in one place. We’ve built a network of affordable, trusted movers near you so you can book with confidence, knowing real professionals will treat your move with care.

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Best price and value guarantee

Best price and value guarantee

$1,000 service guarantee

$1,000 service guarantee

Free cancellation w/ 48 hour notice

Free cancellation w/ 48 hour notice

Customer service 7 days a week

Customer service 7 days a week

Instant quoting & online booking

Instant quoting & online booking

Moving Services in Costa Mesa, CA

Wherever life takes you, you get the right moving solution for your move—whether you’re moving locally in Costa Mesa or across the country

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Local Full-Service Moving

Move with less stress with local full-service. Your professional movers will handle the loading, transporting, and unloading so you can settle into your new home with ease.

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Professional Moving Labor

Renting a truck or using a moving container? MovingPlace lets you book vetted moving professionals to handle the heavy lifting—loading, unloading, or both. Backed by our Best Price & Service Guarantees.

Local Costa Mesa, CA Movers

MovingPlace has built partnerships with trusted, licensed movers in the Costa Mesa area—so you can book confidently, knowing your move will be handled by professionals who treat you and your belongings with care.

The Cost of Moving in Costa Mesa, CA

Full-service moves in Costa Mesa average around $1,060.80, but timing can affect pricing. You might save money by moving mid-week or during April.

Your full-service moving quote covers labor to load and unload boxes and furniture, plus a truck and driver to haul everything to your new home.

Check out the table below for more details on the cost of local full-service moving in Costa Mesa, CA.

Move SizeAverage CostDuration
Small Studio, 1–2 BR apartments $865.674 hrs 2 movers 
Medium 3 BR apts, 2–3 BR homes $1,169.145 hrs 3 movers 
Large 4+ BR homes $1,640.516 hrs 3 movers

Based on 1M+ completed moves across our platform.

Josh Barnes
Josh Barnes Head of Sales Operations, MovingPlace View full bio →

"Most cost estimates are based on limited data that doesn't account for timing, location, or move size. Ours are built on years of real moves — so what you see here is actually based on what people in Costa Mesa pay."

How we calculate these numbers
1
Start with local data We pull from 1M+ completed moves on our platform. If Costa Mesa has enough data (at least 10 moves of a given size), that local data is our baseline.
2
Fill gaps with regional context Where local data is thin, we expand to county, then state, then cities with comparable household income levels—so estimates stay market-relevant.
3
Normalize for consistency We apply weighted calculations across categories to prevent a single outlier from skewing what a typical move should cost.

Keep in mind: many factors can affect the actual cost of your move—like the time of year, current demand, number of stairs, heavy items, and more. The best way to get accurate pricing for your specific move is to use our simple, 3-step quote tool. You can compare pricing from multiple providers, customize your move, and ultimately book the mover that best fits your needs.

How to Save on Moving in Costa Mesa

In Costa Mesa, CA, the average cost of labor-only move help is only $410.30, compared to $1,060.80 for a local full-service move, so hiring labor-only movers could save you hundreds of dollars on your move, if you're willing to rent a truck or moving container.

Additionally, MovingPlace's algorithm matches you with the mover that offers the best value for your needs, and our Best Price Guarantee means that you can book with the confidence that you are getting the best deal.

Real Experiences From Verified Bookings

Both guys were fantastic

— Harrison W.

Movers | Urbanlift Moving

Worked fast and efficiently, did a great job moving a lotta boxes and items up 4 floors.

— Andy D.

Movers | Good Ole Boys Moving Services

Very responsive, I got a call within an hour of requesting a quote. I was given a couple of options to see what would suit my needs best and was able to schedule a time slot the next day that worked for me. The team was friendly and fast, and I’m very happy with how it all went.

— Amber W.

Movers | Man With A Truck Moving Company

Heath was great.

— Tricia C.

Movers | Elevation Moving

Thank you so much Jose and Angel. You were excellent and helped us so much. They were friendly, quick, and smart about how they packed the truck up. We highly recommend!

— Sal G.

Movers | Rigo's Moving & Storage, Inc

Tim and George were awesome!!! They worked so fast, and carefully and got what would have taken us 3 days to move in 3 hours! We were shocked and so happy!!! We highly recommend!!!!!!! 5 stars!?? ???????? Thank you, Kevin, Debbie and Ashley

— Kevin A.

Movers | Good Ole Boys Moving Services

The Speedy Movers team was fantastic. After driving cross state it was so nice to have their help unpacking. They took great care of my things and were done within a few hours. Would absolutely use them again for my next move!

— Liz W.

Movers | Speedy Movers

I've used Rigo’s a couple time and the always do an amazing job. I will continue to use them when needed. Martha is always available and helpful.

— Isabel A.

Movers | Rigo's Moving & Storage, Inc

100% would recommend and use again

— Blake C.

Movers | Rigo's Moving & Storage, Inc

Very fast and professional!

— Henry L.

Movers | BC Moving Labor

Even though I had several schedule changes and hard time, they did a very good job of loading in two hours by only two people.

— Keigo K.

Movers | Pro Movers Inc

They rock!! Amazed they got it all in!

— Vanessa A.

Movers | BC Moving Labor

The 3 guys were amazing, Javier, Jacob and Peter. The were on time, worked hard and were a tremendous help. They managed to get everything in 1 container. Unbelievable!!

— Janis K.

Movers | Rigo's Moving & Storage, Inc

Efficient, kind workers. Would recommend to anyone.

— Jason H.

Movers | Excellent Movers

Awesome job!!! Very pleased with the service & highly recommend.

— Tori K.

Movers | BC Moving Labor

What a fantastic experience! We were a little uncertain as to if the contents of our 1100sq foot apartment would fit into a 16ft Budget truck, right up until the day before our move. However, the SoCal Brothers team took the time to review photos of everything and felt that they could make it work and boy, did they ever! Everything was expertly packed and every last square inch of the truck was used to great effect, fitting the entirety of our apartment in a perfectly packed & organized fashion! The SCB team was incredibly efficient, friendly, timely, and all around fantastic, knocking out our move in 2hrs and 20 minutes. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and strongly recommend that you use the team at SoCal Brothers for all of your Hire A Helper needs!

— Joel G.

Movers | SoCal Brothers

Although they were late. The 2 movers worked hard and did a good job, they packed the truck taking good care of my items making sure they were secure. They did the job in less than two hours!!

— Darlene L.

Movers | Ofelias Moving

Greatest team. They managed a difficult job perfectly. Could not have asked for a better company and team. Thank you !!!

— Manny G.

Movers | BC Moving Labor

They were awesome to work with, definitely recommend!

— Katie H.

Movers | Eagle One Movers

Amazing!

— Timothy Q.

Movers | BC Moving Labor

Daniel and his crew were very efficient, friendly and knowledgeable…highly recommend!

— Ruth B.

Movers | Excellent Movers

Great work!

— West V.

Movers | BC Moving Labor

Courteous and did a great job. Took an hour longer than I expected but they packed my truck like a puzzle.

— Josh F.

Movers | Rigo's Moving & Storage, Inc

Danny and the team were excellent! They showed up on time and packed everything to make sure nothing would break

— Michael C.

Movers | Excellent Movers

Amazing and fast. We’re extremely cooperative and happy to help despite having 4 stories to work with. 10/10 recommend. They did an awesome job

— Scarlett B.

Movers | We the States Moving

Arrived on time, loaded the truck, worked extremely hard these two guys busted there tails to get the job done. I'm extremely grateful for the service they provided and I would definitely recommend to anyone.

— Matthew B.

Movers | We the States Moving

Best moving experience ever!!!!!!!! Moving is so stressful and I really could not have had a better moving experience. Not only were they very professional—they were very kind and took care of everything. They put my belongings in a storage unit and arranged them so meticulously and easy for me to see everything and within reach. I wholeheartedly recommend!!!

— Suzanne J.

Movers | Rigo's Moving & Storage, Inc

How MovingPlace Works

If you’re moving in and around the local Costa Mesa area, you can rely on MovingPlace to make your experience as stress-free as possible.

1

Book Online in Minutes

Use our intuitive booking tool to schedule your local move online. Just enter your details, select your options, and lock in your moving date—all in a matter of minutes.

2

Pack & Prepare for Moving Day

Once your booking is confirmed, it’s time to get ready. Use our helpful resources to organize and pack your belongings. And then 24 hours before your move date, you’ll get a call confirming the details of your move.
3

Relax & Let the Movers Work

On moving day, sit back and let your professional movers take care of everything. From loading and transporting to unloading at your new place, your moving team will ensure a seamless and efficient move.
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4

Enjoy a Stress-Free Finish

With everything moved and unpacked, your job is done! Need help resolving any last-minute concerns? Our team is just a call away. And for extra peace of mind, every move is backed by our $1,000 service guarantee.

Planning Your Move in Costa Mesa, CA

After thousands of moves, we’ve learned a lot about what makes a move go smoothly. These local insights from Costa Mesa can help you plan smarter and stress less.

Avg. days booking before move

14 days

Booking early helps secure your preferred mover and time slot.

Busiest month to move

January

Tip: If you must move during peak season, book well in advance!

% of moves on the weekend

67.9%

Tip: Plan your move on a weekday to save money.

Avg. move duration

3.8 hours

Most local moves wrap up in a few hours, but stairs, packing, or traffic can add time.

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The Full-Service Advantage
in Costa Mesa, CA

Customize, compare, and book your move in Costa Mesa all in one place for a streamlined, stress-free experience.

MovingPlace's Unique Vetting Process

Other marketplaces let anyone with a clever business name sign up. MovingPlace is different. Every mover on our platform has been thoroughly screened and are continually held to high standards, so you can find professional movers you can trust.

Strict onboarding
requirements

Business owner must pass a background check
Business and payment info must be verified (W-9)
Must agree to our Service Provider Terms
Must have at least 10 verified reviews with a 4+ star rating
Must complete an onboarding review with an account manager

Ongoing performance
standards

Every provider is held to high standards across:

Customer satisfaction
Acceptance and completion rates
Pricing consistency
Claims and no-show rates
Compliance with our Terms of Service

Additional standards for full service movers

Must carry verified Commercial General Liability Insurance (COI)
Insurance coverage is tracked on an ongoing basis to ensure it stays active
Required state moving licenses must be validated
Move Details Tailored to You

Move Details Tailored to You

Simply enter your move details and our Smart Match Technology will create a tailored move plan for you.
Compare Multiple Providers

Compare Multiple Providers

Access multiple vetted providers, compare offerings side-by-side, and find the best match.
Manage Your Move with Ease

Manage Your Move with Ease

Easily schedule, manage, and track your move online, all from the convenience of one platform.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Questions, Answered by Our Experts

Mark Conrad Mark Conrad Senior Moving Operations Advisor, MovingPlace View full bio →

Mark has 20+ years of experience across every side of the moving industry — from running his own relocation business to managing supply chains at a publicly traded logistics firm. His answers below draw on firsthand experience supporting hundreds of thousands of moves, including local, corporate, and military relocations.

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MovingPlace partners only with licensed and thoroughly vetted movers. Each provider undergoes background checks and meets high standards of quality and reliability. You can move with confidence, knowing your belongings are in trusted hands.

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