Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By Bradford Cuthrell
Last Updated April 2024
Moving is often considered one of people's most stressful life events. Even if you are moving in an area with lower traffic (like Oakland), there may still be many concerns and stresses on your moving day. Depending on when you move, low temperatures may get in the way of your plans, causing you more stress.
You can reduce your stress by using our expertly curated guide to Oakland's best movers, who can help you make your move hassle-free.
Transparent pricing
Short-notice moves
Good customer service
Punctual service
Reliable service
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
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Good customer service
Reliable service
Punctual service
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Good customer service
Free quotes
Punctual service
Reliable service
Helps educate customers
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Good customer service
Free quotes
Reliable service
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Punctual service
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Punctual service
Helps educate customers
Reliable service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Reliable service
Short-notice moves
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Punctual service
Good customer service
Reliable service
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
Services Offered
Helps educate customers
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Good customer service
Reliable service
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Punctual service
Free quotes
Good customer service
Reliable service
Services Offered
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Reliable service
Helps educate customers
Services Offered
Today's Homeowner looks at dozens of datapoints on moving companies to come up with our data-driven rankings. It's not possible for a company to pay for preferential treatment in our rankings. We look at the following key factors in determining who should top our list:
First, you'll want to figure out if you're looking at local or national movers. Different types of moves will need different kinds of experience, as described above. You'll also have to choose between a self-service or full-service mover. A self-service mover will provide trucks and drivers, but you'll need to have all of your things packed and ready when they get to you. A full-service mover will provide packing services, which can be a way to ease your stress if you hate packing boxes.
Next, you can find out which movers near you meet the licensing requirements for movers in California. You can also browse online reviews and look at the company's rating on the BBB. All of the companies on our list of Oakland's best movers are well-reviewed and chosen by our experts.
After you've found a few companies you like, you can begin the process of getting estimates from them. It is best to reach out to at least one or two of the companies on our list above. When you do speak with a mover, make sure that you explain all the services you think you'll require. Also, confirm that the estimate you receive is a "binding estimate," as otherwise it may be subject to change.
One of the most common questions you might have is how much your move will cost. The usual hourly fee for moving in Oakland is:
Today's Homeowner has found the top mover in your area to be Gentle Giant Moving Company.
We use various different criteria to determine which movers in Oakland are the best ones. They include:
When picking a date to move, you'll want to think about both cost and convenience. Moving during the summer tends to be more expensive, as this is when most people move. Traffic may also be heavier during these months. You will probably want to avoid moving in May or August specifically, as the 152,239 college students attending school within 15 miles of Oakland will be moving in those months as well.
There is also the weather to consider. Oakland's temperatures tend to be hot. Your move will likely be inconvenient and possibly dangerous if you move on a day where the weather is too hot.
A few signs that you shouldn't use a specific mover include:
The best time to book your move is four to six weeks beforehand. If you book later, you may have a harder time finding available movers, or pay more for their services.
High temperatures in Oakland can reach 70°F. The area has below-average daily rainfall and low to no snowfall in the winter months.
The median home price in Oakland is 802361, while the average monthly rent is about $2,676.
