Local Movers in San Jose Since 1990
Local moving across the Bay Area with our own crews, trucks, and warehouse on Barnard Ave in Willow Glen. Hourly rates, with crew size and estimated hours in writing before you book.
The Same Standards as a Long-Distance Move
A local move may be a short drive, but every item still has to be protected, loaded, transported, and placed in the right room. We handle local moves with the same standards as long-distance moves.
Silicon Valley Moving & Storage has moved Bay Area households since 1990. Our crews and trucks are our own, and they are dispatched from our warehouse on Barnard Ave.
What Happens on Move Day
Below is a typical two-bedroom move from start to finish, so you know how the billed hours are spent.
Typical job
Two-bedroom apartment
Crew
Three movers
Start to finish
4 to 6 hours
8:00
Walkthrough
The crew lead walks through the home with you, confirms the inventory, and notes any items that need special care.
8:10
Floor and Wall Protection
The crew lays floor runners over hardwood and pads door jambs and banisters before any furniture is moved.
8:25
Wrapping and Disassembly
Furniture is wrapped in quilted pads, and upholstered pieces are shrink-wrapped. Beds and shelving are disassembled with tools the crew brings.
9:40
Loading
Heavy items are loaded low and the load is packed tightly, with pads between pieces, so nothing shifts in transit.
11:30
Transport
The crew secures the load and drives to your new home.
12:00
Unloading and Placement
Boxes go to the rooms they are labeled for, and furniture is placed where you direct.
1:15
Reassembly
Beds are reassembled first, followed by shelving and tables. The crew removes all pads and wrapping.
1:45
Final Walkthrough
You walk through the home with the crew lead and confirm the move is complete before the crew leaves.
Times are from a representative job. Your written estimate states the crew size and hours for your inventory and addresses.
Hourly Rates, Confirmed in Writing
Before you book, you will know what the hourly rate includes and which factors affect the total hours.
The rate covers
- The crew, from start to finish
- The truck, fuel, and mileage between your addresses
- Quilted pads, shrink wrap, floor runners, and dollies
- Furniture disassembly and reassembly
- Basic valuation coverage at $0.60 per pound, per article, with Full Value Protection available when you book
What sets the hours
- The size of your inventory
- Access at both addresses: stairs, elevators, and the distance from the door to the truck
- The number of items that need disassembly and reassembly
- Drive time between addresses
- Packing services, if added
Basic valuation coverage is calculated by weight, not by an item's value. Read how valuation protection works before you choose a coverage level.
Please include the garage, attic, and any storage units in your inventory. A complete inventory produces an accurate estimate and avoids surprise charges on moving day.
Planning for Your Neighborhood
After 36+ years of local moves, we know the access challenges in Bay Area neighborhoods and plan for them in advance. Common situations include:
High-Rises and HOA Buildings
Many buildings require a certificate of insurance and a reserved elevator before move day. Send us your building's requirements and we coordinate them with the property manager.
San Francisco and Peninsula Streets
Permit zones, street cleaning schedules, and limited parking affect where a truck can stand. We plan truck parking before move day.
Hillside Homes
Driveways in Los Gatos, Saratoga, and Almaden can be steep and narrow, with a long carry to the front door. We assess access during the estimate and staff the move accordingly.
Older Homes
Homes in Willow Glen and the Rose Garden often have narrow doorways and plaster walls that need extra protection.
We run local moves in San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Cupertino, Campbell, Los Gatos, Saratoga, and across the rest of the Bay Area.
Storage Between Leases
Move-out date forced and the new place isn't ready? We pack and load at your home, seal everything into 8×10 vaults at our climate-controlled San Jose warehouse, and deliver when you're ready. Billed month to month.
Recent Local Moves
All photos show our own trucks and equipment on customer moves.
Customer Reviews
“This is a professional, friendly operation from the first call to schedule to the last item being delivered and placed in the new residence. I received a number of confirmations and messages as the dates approached. They even texted on the move day to confirm they were on the way. The crew was friendly and well-informed about my old and new places from my previous conversations with the office staff. I pre-boxed the normal items like dishes, clothes, and clothes. They wrapped everything else from wall hangings, to the TVs, to the furniture items. The estimate didn’t just match the final bill, it actually turned out to be a bit less than estimated. I’d use them again for my next move and recommend them to friends.”
Marc M.
June 2025
“I only wish I could award 10 stars. The service was excellent from beginning to end. Quick processing of initial quote, on the day of the move the Movers were professional, polite, hard working and most of all they listened. I have a couple pieces of furniture that are delicate and they took great care not only with those pieces but everything they moved. I will use them again and refer them to all my friends and family. Thank you Silicon Valley Moving & Storage !!”
Miriam K.
November 2025
“The team at Silicon valley moving and storage is top notch. Very professional, hard working, and trustworthy. I had a recent short distance move they helped us with on two separate days. I truly appreciated their help orchestrating this relocation. I would absolutely use them again and give them my highest recommendation.”
Peter T.
June 2021
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much does a local move in San Jose cost?
Local moves are billed hourly. The rate includes the crew, truck, fuel, equipment, and basic valuation coverage. Your total depends on the size of your inventory and the access at both addresses. After reviewing your inventory, we provide the crew size and estimated hours in writing.
How long does a local move take?
A two-bedroom apartment with a three-person crew typically takes 4 to 6 hours from the first walkthrough to the final one. The main factors are how much is packed before the crew arrives, stairs and elevators, and the carry distance at each address.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking one to two weeks in advance, and earlier during the summer. If your date is sooner, call us. Depending on crew availability, we can often accommodate last-minute and same-day moves.
Do you handle apartments, elevators, and HOA buildings?
Yes. We coordinate elevator reservations and loading dock times with property managers and provide the certificates of insurance buildings require. Our crews regularly handle walk-ups and narrow stairwells.
Can you move just one item?
Yes. We move pianos, safes, and single oversized items. Small jobs carry a short minimum, which is stated in your estimate before you book.
Are you licensed for local moves?
Yes. Household movers in California are licensed by the Bureau of Household Goods and Services. Our CAL T number is 188960 and our USDOT number is 1962166. Interstate moves run under USDOT 70719. All three can be verified in public databases, and we recommend checking them for any mover you consider.
Get a Free Quote
Send us both addresses and a list of what is moving. We will provide the crew size, estimated hours, and a written quote with no obligation.
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Often paired with packing services, labor-only help, and storage between homes.