Hire Movers in
Sacramento, CA

Looking for movers in Sacramento? 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 Sacramento, CA

Wherever life takes you, you get the right moving solution for your move—whether you’re moving locally in Sacramento 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 Sacramento, CA Movers

MovingPlace has built partnerships with trusted, licensed movers in the Sacramento 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 Sacramento, CA

Full-service moves in Sacramento average around $1,151.83, but timing can affect pricing. You might save money by moving mid-week or during March.

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 Sacramento, CA.

Move SizeAverage CostDuration
Small Studio, 1–2 BR apartments $1,007.784 hrs 2 movers 
Medium 3 BR apts, 2–3 BR homes $1,355.755 hrs 3 movers 
Large 4+ BR homes $1,882.246 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 Sacramento pay."

How we calculate these numbers
1
Start with local data We pull from 1M+ completed moves on our platform. If Sacramento 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 Sacramento

In Sacramento, CA, the average cost of labor-only move help is only $458.02, compared to $1,151.83 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

Jordan and Justin were amazing to work with. They arrived on time and called to let me know they were on their way. They worked hard and provided professional and courteous service. I would definitely use them again for any of my moving needs. They also worked well together. You could tell they were a team.

— Sherry J.

Movers | Let's Get Movin'

Very helpful and professional movers.

— David L.

Movers | Movers of Sacramento

They were fantastic and couldn’t have done a better job! Very professional, communicative (called in advance as I would expect to confirm appointment time, replied to text messages and phone calls promptly), and efficient. They were well prepared with extra plastic wrap, cables, tape, a mat to protect my floor, etc. They moved everything without any damage. They wrapped some of my remaining pieces including a peloton bike and dresser perfectly and efficiently. I was thoroughly impressed and strongly recommend them!

— Justin D.

Movers | I-80 Movers LLC

Daniel and company were great. On time, personable and REALLY know how to pack a truck. Friendly and courteous and moved right along. I will use them EVERY time we have something in Sacramento. Thank you Daniel.

— Robert M.

Movers | Fast Time Movers

Fast Time Movers were excellent! We are doing a whole house renovation and moved all our stuff into a container in our driveway. Even though we weren't moving anywhere they still took great care with all our furniture, wrapped & padded everything and placed all our belongings in what appeared to be a very small container. They went above and beyond and even moved things out to our garage for us as well. They were very quick and friendly. We will have them back when we unpack :)

— Tom M.

Movers | Fast Time Movers

Both gentlemen arrived on time. They both were very respectful, professional and hard working. I would work with this crew and company again. Thank you!

— Kimberly S.

Movers | Let's Get Movin'

Jordan and Justin arrived on time, assessed the furniture and boxes for the best fit in the pod, and packed and secured my things efficiently. Jordan was my contact and he kept me informed about the process. Both men were friendly and respectful. I would definitely use them again.

— Kathy G.

Movers | Let's Get Movin'

they did good work

— Karol S.

Movers | Conner moving

Great job. The team did the work in half the time.

— Mario B.

Movers | SMOOVE

My experience with HireAHelper was wonderful. Both movers were extremely hard workers, professional, kind, and down-to-earth great guys. They managed to fit all my furniture into a 15 ft. mesh container that I had doubts about. I told them that they must be magicians because I did not believe it could be done, but they did it. This has been (without a doubt) the best moving experience I have ever had. The movers were on time, fully prepared, and respectful of my furniture/property. Thank you so much to my moving guys and HireAHelper. I absolutely recommend them and plan on using HireAHelper for my next move.

— Camille M.

Movers | Fast Time Movers

Trey and Tim were very pleasant and respectful and moved quickly. Looks like everything is securely in the POD.

— Michelle B.

Movers | James B Moving Co.

Great and on time. Highly recommend !! Gets job done and is careful with belongings .

— Rachelle F.

Movers | SMOOVE

Very professional job, showed up on time. Polite and moved items with care. Would definitely use their services again.

— Ken O.

Movers | Pyramid Movers

Thank you.

— Muhammad K.

Movers | Movers of Sacramento

Excellent job!! Nice guys!!

— Douglas G T.

Movers | SMOOVE

I thought it would take longer so I scheduled for 3 hours. It took them less than two. They were quiet and careful. They left a couple of things in the pod (rope, bungee cord, a couple of pieces of trash), which isn’t a big deal but since they finished over an hour early it seems like they could have been a bit more thorough. But overall, I’m satisfied.

— Carolyn H.

Movers | Let's Get Movin'

Excellent movers! They were on time. They were prepared with hand trucks. The guys were friendly and treated my property with respect. I would absolutely use them again!

— Daniel H.

Movers | Daniel Family Movers

Fast Time Movers are amazing!! They were prompt, efficient, and offered excellent communication. I would recommend them to ANYONE!! Daniel and Lalo are wonderful!!

— Brittany S.

Movers | Fast Time Movers

Quick service, experienced with PODS! Thanks guys—

— Kimberly G.

Movers | SMOOVE

Two very hard working young men.Both did a phenomenal job.Thank you very much

— Randy K.

Movers | Movers of Sacramento

Smoove was dependable, resourceful, communicative, cordial, and overall a very pleasant and smooth (SMOOVE!) experience. 5 stars, would recommend 10/10! We're happy we trusted them with our move. Thank you!

— Lidice G.

Movers | SMOOVE

Vlad and Mikola did a great job! The move was so easy and fast.

— Nikita S.

Movers | SMOOVE

Communicated well, work efficiently, great guys

— Adam A.

Movers | Let's Get Movin'

Wonderful Job appreciate their help

— Harry S.

Movers | SMOOVE

Jordan & Ken were a great help in unloading our container. Courteous, professional & careful. Thank you!

— Joann W.

Movers | Let's Get Movin'

The men were extremely professional and speedy. They treated my stuff very carefully as if their own.

— Sharon P.

Movers | SMOOVE

Showed up on time, finished ahead of time, were careful with our stuff.

— Constance S.

Movers | James B Moving Co.

How MovingPlace Works

If you’re moving in and around the local Sacramento 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 Sacramento, CA

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

Avg. days booking before move

11 days

Booking early helps secure your preferred mover and time slot.

Busiest month to move

June

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

% of moves on the weekend

66.9%

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

Avg. move duration

4.4 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 Sacramento, CA

Customize, compare, and book your move in Sacramento 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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The Modern Way to Move, Stress-Free

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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