B2 Moving B2 Moving Licensed & insured · Family owned
(669) 999-5505 Free estimate

About

Since 2018, one yard on Scott Boulevard.

B2 Moving started with one truck, two brothers and a promise we'd heard broken too many times as customers ourselves: the price we quote is the price you pay. We still run our own crews — no day labor, no subcontracted vans, no exceptions. Today that's 40+ full-time, background-checked movers operating as a licensed California carrier (CAL-T 581337, BHGS MTR 0192394, USDOT 3585923) with a 4.9★ Google rating across 1,400+ reviews.

The B2 Moving crew at the yard

How we
work.

Employees, not contractors

Every mover is background-checked, trained in-house and on payroll. The same faces show up in our reviews year after year.

Fully licensed and insured

CA Permit 581337 and Carrier ID MTR 0192394 — active with the California Public Utilities Commission. Certificates of insurance in 24 hours.

Treat every home like ours

Floor runners down before the first box moves. Doorframes padded, furniture blanket-wrapped. Leaving a home better-protected than we found it is the standard.

Prices that don't move

The written quote is the invoice. No fuel surcharge, no stair fee, no long-carry fee at the curb.

5,200+
Moves completed
4.9/5
Average rating
40+
Full-time movers
0
Hidden fees, ever

Where
we go.

Our yard is in Santa Clara, so South Bay jobs never carry a long drive-time charge. Long-distance trucks run to Southern California, the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

Why choose a licensed,
insured mover.

California requires every moving company to hold a CAL-T license from the CPUC and a BHGS registration. Licensed movers follow state and federal regulations, carry appropriate insurance, and are accountable to a regulatory body. Unlicensed operators have none of that accountability — and your belongings bear the risk.

CA Permit 581337

Active CAL-T license with the California Public Utilities Commission — required for all intrastate household goods moves. Verify ours on the CPUC website.

MTR 0192394

Active Carrier ID registered with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services (BHGS). Look us up at bhgs.dca.ca.gov.

Certificates of insurance

High-rise buildings and HOAs often require a COI before allowing elevator access. We provide them within 24 hours — just ask at booking.

A+ BBB rating · HomeAdvisor Elite

An A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and HomeAdvisor Elite status — earned through consistently excellent service and zero unresolved complaints.

How to verify us — and any mover.

The California AG's office recommends these steps before hiring any moving company. We encourage you to run every check on us — and on anyone you're comparing us with.

01
Check the CAL-T license on the CPUC website
Every licensed California intrastate mover must have one. B2 Moving: CA Permit 581337. An unlicensed company has no CAL-T number — that's your first red flag.
02
Look up the BHGS registration at bhgs.dca.ca.gov
The Bureau of Household Goods and Services maintains a public database. B2 Moving: MTR 0192394. Verify active status before any deposit.
03
Ask if crews are W-2 employees or subcontractors
Most Bay Area movers use day laborers or app-dispatched subcontractors. B2 Moving employs background-checked, full-time W-2 employees trained at our Santa Clara yard. The same faces appear in our reviews year after year.
04
Get a written estimate — not a verbal range
A written, binding estimate protects you. B2 Moving's written quote is the invoice: no fuel surcharge, no stair fee, no long-carry fee at the curb. Compiling multiple written quotes helps you compare services accurately.
05
Review Yelp, Google, and BBB — not just the company website
Reviewing customer feedback on platforms like Yelp helps gauge a mover's reliability. B2 Moving: 4.9★ on Google across 1,400+ reviews and 4.8 on Yelp (264), with an A+ rating from the BBB. HomeAdvisor Elite. No paid placements — just earned reviews.
06
Confirm a physical address and yard
Legitimate movers have a real office and truck yard. B2 Moving: 2797 Scott Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95050. Come visit us — no appointment needed.

Common
questions.

Who are the best movers in the Bay Area?
The best movers in the Bay Area are those with verified California licenses (CAL-T via CPUC), background-checked full-time employees (not subcontractors), and consistent verified reviews. B2 Moving holds CA Permit 581337 and MTR 0192394, employs 40+ full-time crew members, and maintains a 4.9★ Google rating across 1,400+ reviews (plus 4.8 on Yelp) — with an A+ BBB rating and HomeAdvisor Elite status.
Do movers have to be licensed in California?
Yes. California requires all household goods movers to hold a CAL-T license from the CPUC and register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services (BHGS). For interstate moves, a USDOT number and FMCSA MC number are also required. Licensed movers follow state and federal moving regulations and carry appropriate insurance. B2 Moving: CA Permit 581337 and MTR 0192394 — both active and verifiable.
How can I check a moving company's license in California?
Verify a mover's CAL-T license on the CPUC website and their BHGS registration at bhgs.dca.ca.gov. For interstate moves, check USDOT and MC numbers at the FMCSA SaferSys database. B2 Moving's credentials — CA Permit 581337 and MTR 0192394 — are publicly verifiable on both databases.
How much does it cost to hire movers in the Bay Area?
Local Bay Area moves are typically billed hourly based on crew size and travel time. Long-distance moves are priced by inventory weight and mileage. Moving costs also depend on access challenges — stairs, elevators, tight streets — and whether you need packing services. B2 Moving provides a binding written estimate so your moving costs are fixed before the truck rolls. Contact us for a free no-obligation quote.
What are red flags when hiring movers?
Key red flags include: no CAL-T or MTR license number, no physical street address, demanding large cash deposits upfront, refusing to provide a written estimate, using subcontracted crews with no vetting, and no verifiable Yelp, Google, or BBB presence. The California AG's office recommends verifying any mover's license before booking.
How to tell if a moving company is insured?
Ask for a certificate of insurance directly — any legitimate licensed mover can provide one within 24 hours. Many high-rise buildings and HOAs in the Bay Area require a Certificate of Insurance from the moving company before allowing elevator access. B2 Moving provides COIs within 24 hours for any building or HOA requirement.
Do you use employees or subcontractors?
B2 Moving uses full-time W-2 employees only — background-checked and trained at our Santa Clara yard. We do not use day laborers, app-dispatched subcontractors, or temp agencies. Full-time employment means consistent, accountable crews whose skills and knowledge of the moving industry grow with every job. The same faces appear in our reviews year after year.
How far in advance should I book movers in the Bay Area?
Most moving companies recommend booking 2–4 weeks in advance, especially for weekend moves, month-end dates, and long-distance moves. Weekdays and mid-month dates typically have better availability and can be more cost-effective. Contact B2 Moving at (669) 999-5505 to check availability.
Do vehicles for moving need parking permits in the Bay Area?
Yes — in dense Bay Area neighborhoods, especially San Francisco, vehicles for moving may require parking permits from the city. B2 Moving handles permit coordination as part of our planning process. Let us know your origin and destination addresses when you book and we'll sort out any parking requirements in advance.