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Best Petaluma Movers

Updated Jun 18, 2025

Side-by-side comparison of Petaluma moving companies

Looking for reliable Petaluma movers? See our top 10 recommended movers in Petaluma, CA based on extensive analysis. We analyzed 72 moving companies in Petaluma across 50,840 review data points and more than 18,000 movers nationwide using our 11-point rating system to help you determine which Petaluma moving company to hire. See the top 10 Petaluma movers, get data-based information on Petaluma moving costs, the cheapest movers in Petaluma, and our top recommendation for Long distance movers.

Key Takeaways:

  • Fresh Start Movers is our overall top recommended moving company in Petaluma
  • Dom's moving & hauling is the most affordable movers in Petaluma
  • Expect to spend somewhere between $1,816 and $4,239 on local Petaluma moving services
  • Our rankings and results are unbiased & backed by data… NOT paid promotions

Best Moving Companies in Petaluma, CA

RankCompanyScoreBBB RatingAvg Move DurationAction
1Fresh Start Movers9.68A+3.5 hours
2OCD Moving Services LLC9.67A+3.25 hours
3Impel Moving9.63NR4.5 hours
4Good Riddance Hauling Inc9.53A+0.25 hours
55 star moving9.53A+2 hours
6Rocky's Moving9.39NR2.5 hours
7Celis Movers9.39A+5 hours
8Independent Movers9.38NR4 hours
9Lulu's Hauling Professional Moving Services9.26NR3 hours
10Johnson & Daly Moving and Storage9.24A+-

Our Top Recommendations

TOP PICK
Fresh Start Movers featured image

Fresh Start Movers

Best moving company overall in Petaluma, CA

9.68/10
ExceptionalView details
RUNNER-UP
OCD Moving Services LLC featured image

OCD Moving Services LLC

Friendliest movers in Petaluma

9.67/10
ExceptionalView details
ALSO GREAT
Impel Moving featured image

Impel Moving

9.63/10
ExceptionalView details

Fresh Start Movers

Exceptional
9.68/10

1055 14th St Unit A, Santa Rosa, CA, 95404

11-Point Rating

9.8
9.9
9.3
9.9
9.0
9.9
9.9
9.8
9.9
9.0
9.9
Fresh Start Movers featured image

Best moving company overall in Petaluma, CA. Fresh Start Movers takes the #1 spot for our overall ranking and is the top recommended movers in Petaluma.

Fresh Start Movers is the number 1 ranked moving service in Petaluma, CA with an overall score of 9.68 out of 10. Based on our extensive analysis, this is an Exceptional score and places it in the top 99.64% of all movers in California and the top 99.79% of moving companies nationwide. They score better than 71 other Petaluma moving companies and better than 1,938 movers in California. Fresh Start Movers is also one of the top 100 movers nationwide (out of more than 18,000 total moving companies).

Our Research

  • Analyzed 452 total reviews
  • Reviewed 5 social profiles and review listings
  • Checked for license verification at BHGS & FMCSA
  • Crunched 1,689 data points pertaining to the above

11 Point Rating

MetricScorevs NationwidePositive ReviewsNegative ReviewsPositive Score
Quality9.85↑ 18.6%309299.4%
Punctuality9.88↑ 23.8%1200100.0%
Affordability9.31↑ 22.9%49198.0%
Communication9.88↑ 32.9%1300100.0%
Stick to Prices8.99↑ 50.8%34391.9%
Speed9.89↑ 17.2%1100100.0%
Friendliness9.94↑ 13.8%2250100.0%
Will Hire Again9.84↑ 22.2%306299.4%
Professionalism9.91↑ 21.2%2070100.0%
Conflict Handling9.04↑ 122.3%120100.0%
Precision & Care9.92↑ 25.1%1790100.0%

Recent Fresh Start Movers Reviews

Quality - 9.85/10

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

Recent Customer Praises
best movers I have ever had
these are good guys committed to doing good work
seamless work with the company
excellent service
Fresh start movers were extremely efficient
Recent Customer Complaints
Overall Review Distribution
Positive
309 (99.4%)
Negative
2 (0.6%)

Additional Details

Moving Services Offered by Fresh Start Movers

  • Local Moving
  • Commercial Moves
  • Packing Services

OCD Moving Services LLC

Exceptional
9.67/10

5914 Cobblestone Ct, El Sobrante, CA, 94803

11-Point Rating

9.8
9.8
9.3
9.8
9.5
9.8
9.9
9.8
9.9
8.8
9.9
OCD Moving Services LLC featured image

Best local Petaluma movers to hire for a friendlier move. The team at OCD Moving Services LLC is friendly and polite.

OCD Moving Services LLC is the number 2 ranked moving service in Petaluma, CA with an overall score of 9.67 out of 10. Based on our extensive analysis, this is an Exceptional score and places it in the top 99.53% of all movers in California and the top 99.76% of moving companies nationwide. They score better than 70 other Petaluma moving companies and better than 1,936 movers in California. OCD Moving Services LLC is also one of the top 100 movers nationwide (out of more than 18,000 total moving companies).

Our Research

  • Analyzed 631 total reviews
  • Reviewed 5 social profiles and review listings
  • Checked for license verification at BHGS & FMCSA
  • Crunched 2,922 data points pertaining to the above

11 Point Rating

MetricScorevs NationwidePositive ReviewsNegative ReviewsPositive Score
Quality9.84↑ 18.5%517599.0%
Punctuality9.80↑ 22.8%217299.1%
Affordability9.34↑ 23.3%95595.0%
Communication9.78↑ 31.6%221299.1%
Stick to Prices9.49↑ 59.2%81396.4%
Speed9.76↑ 15.6%230697.5%
Friendliness9.95↑ 13.9%3580100.0%
Will Hire Again9.82↑ 22.0%509698.8%
Professionalism9.89↑ 21.0%335299.4%
Conflict Handling8.76↑ 115.5%27293.1%
Precision & Care9.89↑ 24.8%298199.7%

Recent OCD Moving Services LLC Reviews

Quality - 9.84/10

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

Recent Customer Praises
moving service was easy and efficient
They take the stress out of moving
extremely happy with my move
absolutely amazing moving services
Good company and very happy with the move
Recent Customer Complaints
great work by one gentleman
worst moving service ever
Overall Review Distribution
Positive
517 (99.0%)
Negative
5 (1.0%)

Additional Details

Moving Services Offered by OCD Moving Services LLC

  • Local Moving
  • Long Distance Moving
  • Commercial Moving
  • In-House Moving
  • Apartment Moving
  • Piano Moving
  • Packing & Unpacking
  • Storage Services
  • Junk Removal

Impel Moving

Exceptional
9.63/10

Martinez, CA, 94553

11-Point Rating

9.8
9.7
9.5
9.8
9.6
9.8
9.9
9.8
9.9
8.5
9.8
Impel Moving featured image

Impel Moving is the number 3 ranked moving service in Petaluma, CA with an overall score of 9.63 out of 10. Based on our extensive analysis, this is an Exceptional score and places it in the top 99.28% of all movers in California and the top 99.59% of moving companies nationwide. They score better than 69 other Petaluma moving companies and better than 1,931 movers in California. Impel Moving is also one of the top 100 movers nationwide (out of more than 18,000 total moving companies).

Our Research

  • Analyzed 679 total reviews
  • Reviewed 3 social profiles and review listings
  • Checked for license verification at BHGS & FMCSA
  • Crunched 2,699 data points pertaining to the above

11 Point Rating

MetricScorevs NationwidePositive ReviewsNegative ReviewsPositive Score
Quality9.78↑ 17.7%480898.4%
Punctuality9.70↑ 21.6%180597.3%
Affordability9.47↑ 25.0%139596.5%
Communication9.76↑ 31.4%213498.2%
Stick to Prices9.55↑ 60.1%57296.6%
Speed9.76↑ 15.6%248697.6%
Friendliness9.91↑ 13.5%255199.6%
Will Hire Again9.77↑ 21.4%468998.1%
Professionalism9.88↑ 20.8%264299.2%
Conflict Handling8.52↑ 109.4%19290.5%
Precision & Care9.85↑ 24.3%329399.1%

Recent Impel Moving Reviews

Quality - 9.78/10

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

Recent Customer Praises
super efficient service
great job with my move
experience with company has been consistently great
Both movers were very friendly and efficient
Professional, extremely helpful
Recent Customer Complaints
move took much longer than estimated
Overall Review Distribution
Positive
480 (98.4%)
Negative
8 (1.6%)

Additional Details

Moving Services Offered by Impel Moving

  • Residential/Local moving
  • Box delivery (packing supplies)
  • Commercial/Office moving
  • Loading/Unloading services
  • Cheap hourly rates for 2 movers and truck
  • Affordable rates for 3 movers and truck
  • Free use of moving blankets, plastic wrap, and tape
  • Free use of wardrobe boxes for hanging clothes
  • Disassembly and reassembly of furniture (if needed)
  • No extra fees for stairs or long carry.

Good Riddance Hauling Inc

Exceptional
9.53/10

898 Los Robles Dr, Sonoma, CA, 95476

11-Point Rating

9.9
9.9
9.6
9.8
9.1
9.9
9.9
9.8
9.8
7.7
9.4

5 star moving

Exceptional
9.53/10

1738 Shasta Street, Richmond, CA, 94804

11-Point Rating

9.7
9.5
9.6
9.8
8.7
9.7
9.8
9.7
9.8
8.9
9.5

Rocky's Moving

Exceptional
9.39/10

1887 Marion Ave, Novato, CA, 94945

11-Point Rating

9.5
9.6
9.6
9.1
9.4
9.7
9.6
9.4
9.5
8.2
9.7

Celis Movers

Exceptional
9.39/10

601 Petaluma Blvd N C, Petaluma, CA, 94952

11-Point Rating

9.7
9.7
9.3
9.4
8.7
9.8
9.9
9.6
9.7
7.8
9.7

Independent Movers

Exceptional
9.38/10

5625 State Farm Dr Ste 13, Rohnert Park, CA, 94928

11-Point Rating

9.7
9.7
9.1
9.1
9.0
9.7
9.8
9.5
9.7
8.1
9.8

Lulu's Hauling Professional Moving Services

Exceptional
9.26/10

217 W Richmond Ave. Ste C, Richmond, CA, 94801

11-Point Rating

9.6
9.7
9.3
8.6
9.6
9.7
9.8
9.4
9.6
6.9
9.8

Johnson & Daly Moving and Storage

Exceptional
9.24/10

110 Belvedere St, San Rafael, CA, 94901

11-Point Rating

9.5
9.5
8.4
9.4
9.1
9.6
9.8
9.4
9.7
7.7
9.5

How Much Do Movers Cost in Petaluma, CA?

The average moving cost in Petaluma, CA is $3,668, which is based on an analysis from 47 customer reports across 10 different moving companies. In general, expect to pay somewhere between $1,816 and $4,239 for a typical move.

  • Median Reported Cost: $3,668
  • Expected Range: $1,816 - $4,239
  • Expected Time To Complete: 3.25 hours
  • See detailed Petaluma Moving Costs for a full breakdown
COMPANYMEDIAN REPORTED MOVING COSTAVG MOVE DURATION
Impel Moving$8444.5 hours
Dependable Movers, LLC$1,2115 hours
OCD Moving Services LLC$1,8163.25 hours
Celis Movers$3,5865 hours
California New York Express Movers$3,6342 hours
PODS Moving & Storage$3,702-
Ahmed's Moving Express, Inc.$3,8063 hours
Need A Hand Movers LLC$4,2393 hours
A and P Moving Inc$5,4843 hours
North Bay Movers$6,9636 hours

*Please be aware that the listed prices derive from historical customer feedback spanning several years and might not mirror the exact current rates of a company. Additionally, the anticipated cost range provided represents the 25th to 75th percentiles from the comprehensive reports of all Petaluma-based companies in our dataset.

How we ranked the top Petaluma movers

Why you should trust us

We take reviews seriously to protect people just like you! Our team has been crunching data on moving companies since 2010. Our math-based ranking system uses data, manual review, and statistical analysis to help you hire the best movers in Petaluma, CA.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers in Petaluma:

Our data scientist working on the years of experience formula

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 72 companies that offer moving services in the Petaluma area.

From these 72 companies, we analyzed a total of 13,250 reviews dating all the way back to April 2006.

We also reviewed a total of 35 state and federal moving licenses from these 72 companies and 341 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~13,000 reviews was scored according to our detailed 11-point rating criteria

This gave us a total of 50,840 data points to compute individual company scores.

Reviews are time-weighted so that more recent reviews carry more weight. This helps you understand how a mover is doing today... not 5 years ago. We have 3,724 Petaluma moving company data points from the past 2 years that carry more weight.

Bayesian averages calculated to fairly account for the differences between companies that are newer(like Fresh Start Movers) vs older more established companies (like Johnson & Daly Moving and Storage).

The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Petaluma moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.88/10 avg in Petaluma from 9,001 reviews

Punctuality

Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?

8.78/10 avg in Petaluma from 3,750 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

8.18/10 avg in Petaluma from 2,572 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

8.33/10 avg in Petaluma from 4,105 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

7.29/10 avg in Petaluma from 1,666 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.96/10 avg in Petaluma from 4,016 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.29/10 avg in Petaluma from 5,524 reviews

Will Hire Again

How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again.

8.68/10 avg in Petaluma from 9,093 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.88/10 avg in Petaluma from 5,437 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

5.07/10 avg in Petaluma from 853 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.64/10 avg in Petaluma from 4,823 reviews

Charts & Visualizations

With 50,840 data points across 72 moving companies and 13,250 reviews, we've got a lot of data to work with. Here are some of the charts and visualizations we've created to help you understand the moving industry in Petaluma.

Comparing ratings, review history, and total data points

Bubble size represents the number of analyzed data points. Hover over bubbles for details.

Ranking history

How the currently ranked top 10 Petaluma movers have performed over time

11-Point Rating Comparison

Detailed breakdown of Petaluma moving company 11-point ratings

California-wide 11-Point Percentile Comparison

See how the top movers in Petaluma compare to all movers in California

Quality iconQuality
Punctuality iconPunctuality
Affordability iconAffordability
Communication iconCommunication
Stick to Prices iconStick to Prices
Speed iconSpeed
Friendliness iconFriendliness
Will Hire Again iconWill Hire Again
Professionalism iconProfessionalism
Conflict Handling iconConflict Handling
Precision & Care iconPrecision & Care
Fresh Start Movers Logo

Fresh Start Movers

Exceptional9.68
99
99
90
100
91
99
100
99
100
99
100
OCD Moving Services LLC Logo

OCD Moving Services LLC

Exceptional9.67
99
98
90
99
98
93
100
99
100
99
100
Impel Moving Logo

Impel Moving

Exceptional9.63
98
94
95
99
99
93
99
98
99
98
99
Good Riddance Hauling Inc Logo

Good Riddance Hauling Inc

Exceptional9.53
99
100
97
100
93
100
99
99
98
93
83
5 star moving Logo

5 star moving

Exceptional9.53
94
84
98
99
88
90
93
97
97
99
86
R

Rocky's Moving

Exceptional9.39
83
89
98
79
97
89
80
83
84
97
94
Celis Movers Logo

Celis Movers

Exceptional9.39
92
96
87
89
86
95
99
91
93
94
97
Independent Movers Logo

Independent Movers

Exceptional9.38
92
95
81
80
92
90
91
90
95
95
98
L

Lulu's Hauling Professional Moving Services

Exceptional9.26
91
93
88
65
99
88
93
82
88
85
97
Johnson & Daly Moving and Storage Logo

Johnson & Daly Moving and Storage

Exceptional9.24
86
84
60
90
94
81
90
82
93
93
88

Percentile Ranking

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*Note: the above data points reflect a moving company's percentile ranking compared to all moving companies in California.

List of All Petaluma Moving Companies Analyzed

See all of our Petaluma moving company reviews

  • California New York Express Movers
  • Dependable Movers, LLC
  • Master Movers
  • OCD Moving Services LLC
  • Moving Plus
  • Nice Guys Movers
  • Fresh Start Movers
  • North Bay Movers
  • Need A Hand Movers LLC
  • Santa Rosa Moving & Storage
  • Careful Moving & Storage
  • PODS Moving & Storage
  • Betsy's Moving
  • Hansens Moving & Storage
  • Aladdin Transfer Premier Moving & Storage
  • Redwood Moving & Storage
  • Schultz Brothers Van & Storage, Inc.
  • JC Express Movers, Inc.
  • Bay Area Moving & Storage
  • MB Thrifty Movers
  • Anderson Bros. Movers
  • Metropolitan Van & Storage, Inc.
  • San Rafael Movers
  • Chipman Relocation & Logistics
  • K & J Moving Systems
  • 5 star moving
  • Earl Farnsworth Express
  • Foster Van Lines, Inc.
  • Gentle Giant Moving Company
  • Belfor Moving
  • Turner Moving & Storage
  • Waters Moving & Storage
  • Robb & Messer Moving and Storage
  • Luigys Moving & Storage Novato
  • North Bay Moving & Storage
  • Ahmed's Moving Express, Inc.
  • Birch Circle Movers
  • Johnson & Daly Moving and Storage
  • Moving Mountain Logistics Inc
  • A and P Moving Inc
  • Flagship Movers
  • Muscles for Moving
  • Tana Movers & Storage
  • Sonoma Mountain Movers
  • Independent Movers
  • Marin Movers
  • Rocky's Moving
  • Father & Sons Movers
  • West Coast Moving Company
  • Graf Van & Storage
  • Celis Movers
  • Sunny movers & Storage
  • Impel Moving
  • Lulu's Hauling Professional Moving Services
  • Fairprice Movers - San Francisco
  • Good Green Moving
  • Good Riddance Hauling Inc
  • Go Moverz
  • TWB Moving and Hauling,LLC
  • Hassle Free Movers
  • Agile Moving Services
  • Jason Ellis Moving Labor
  • All Together Moving
  • Allied Van Lines
  • Larios Moving Services
  • Alder Moving Services, Santa Rosa
  • Miracle Movers and Hauling
  • North American Van Lines
  • Chubby Ninjas Moving Company LLC
  • Dom's moving & hauling
  • Mg Movers
  • Ornelas Packing & Moving

Frequently Asked Questions About Moving in Petaluma

How much should you tip movers in Petaluma, CA?

In Petaluma, it’s common to tip movers around 10–20% of the total moving cost or roughly $5 per mover per hour. Whether you’re relocating near the historic downtown area or heading closer to the Redwood Highway, tipping shows your appreciation for the team’s hard work. Remember, a small gesture like offering ice-cold water or a yummy local snack can help keep your movers energized, especially during those warm California days.

Is it cheaper to make a DIY move in Petaluma?

A DIY move in Petaluma might sound appealing but can come with hidden expenses like packing materials, fuel costs, and equipment rentals. If you plan on driving your own truck along Petaluma Boulevard or venturing beyond Sonoma County, consider researching local providers for vehicle rentals via anchor text. Make sure to account for possible traffic delays and the added physical strain involved in moving heavy furniture on your own.

Should I hire labor-only movers?

If you’ve secured your own moving truck and only need help loading or unloading in Petaluma, consider hiring hourly movers in Petaluma. These labor-only services can be a great fit if you’re moving from a cozy apartment near Penngrove or a larger home off Lakeville Highway. By focusing solely on the labor aspect, you can streamline your budget while still getting professional assistance.

What if I need to move something special like a piano or pool table?

Some items need extra care during a move, whether it’s a prized piano or a heavy pool table. Professional piano movers ensure your instrument stays in tune, while pool table moving companies can handle the precise dismantling and setup required. In Petaluma, where garages often double as music studios or game rooms, using specialists helps protect your investments during transport.