B2 Moving
Licensed & insured · Family owned
Serving BERKELEY, CA
Movers in Berkeley.
From brown-shingle classics to hills homes — Berkeley moves with stairs, permits, and parking sorted.
Who are the best movers in Berkeley?
The best movers in Berkeley are licensed and insured carriers — not brokers — with background-checked crews, verified reviews, and binding written quotes. For a Berkeley move (Alameda County), that means a company that scouts your access ahead of time, shows up with the right crew size, and stands behind a Not-to-Exceed price.
B2 Moving is a licensed and insured California carrier — CAL-T 581337, BHGS MTR 0192394, USDOT 3585923 — with a 4.9-star rating across 1,400+ Google reviews. We run our own trucks and background-checked crews (no brokers, no day-labor subcontractors), and every Berkeley move is priced with a binding Not-to-Exceed quote so the number you approve is the number you pay.
Moving in Berkeley,
done properly.
Berkeley's housing is as varied as its neighborhoods, and each one moves differently. North Berkeley and the Berkeley Hills mean winding, narrow streets like those above Euclid where a full-size truck can't always reach the door. Elmwood and Claremont are dense with brown-shingle Craftsmans and grand staircases, while Westbrae and South Berkeley mix bungalows with flats. Our movers in Berkeley know the hill switchbacks, the student-heavy blocks near campus, and how to protect original woodwork and built-ins.
Berkeley is about 55 minutes north of our Santa Clara HQ, so we route to beat the Bay Bridge approach and the university-area congestion that clogs Shattuck and University by midday. Every job gets full pad-wrapping, shrink-wrap on upholstery, and floor runners down those Craftsman staircases. On tight hill streets we'll shuttle with a smaller vehicle when the block demands it.
Why the neighbors
call us.
White-glove handling as standard
Furniture wrapped indoors, floors and rails protected, and custom crating available for art, mirrors, and antiques — included in how we work, not an upsell.
Binding quotes, no surprises
We quote after understanding your home and access, then stick to the number. No fuel surcharges, no travel padding, no moving-day renegotiation.
Crews that know Berkeley
Access, parking, and carry paths are planned before moving day by movers who have worked Berkeley properties before — so the day runs on schedule.
Berkeley access,
parking & permits.
Moving day in Berkeley comes down to access: which streets a 26-foot truck can use, where it can legally park, how far the carry runs, and what your building or HOA requires. Our crews confirm all of it before your date — from North Berkeley to Berkeley Hills — so parking, stairs, elevators, and COIs are handled in advance, not improvised while the clock runs.
We scout curb space, driveway grades, and turnarounds before the date, and reserve loading zones or run a shuttle when a 26-foot truck can’t reach the door.
As a licensed, insured carrier we issue certificates of insurance naming your HOA or building, reserve elevators and move windows, and lay common-area floor protection where required.
Crew size is matched to the stair count and carry distance so nothing gets rushed on a landing — factored into your quote up front, not sprung on move day.
Every piece is pad-wrapped and shrink-wrapped indoors; floors, banisters, and door jambs get runners and guards before a single box moves.
How your Berkeley
move works.
Free estimate & access check
We review your inventory and Berkeley access — stairs, parking, elevators — then send a binding Not-to-Exceed quote. No sight-unseen guessing.
Plan & paperwork
We lock your date, issue any HOA or building COI, reserve elevators or loading zones, and confirm crew size so move day runs on schedule.
Move day
One background-checked crew wraps, loads, transports, and unloads — the same team start to finish, with floor and furniture protection throughout.
Walkthrough & sign-off
We place furniture where you want it, do a final walkthrough, and confirm the invoice can’t exceed your binding quote. Claims support if anything’s ever off.
Moving to
Berkeley.
Moving to Berkeley puts you among some of the Bay Area's most distinctive homes, from Elmwood's shingled Craftsmans to the view lots winding up into the Berkeley Hills. Expect narrow uphill streets, permit parking near campus, and older houses with steep staircases and no garage. B2 is licensed and insured and a carrier, not a broker, so one crew owns your move start to finish on a binding, not-to-exceed quote, whether it's a local move or a long distance haul. Call for professional movers who handle Berkeley's hills, flats, and vintage woodwork with care.
CPUC CAL-T Permit 581337 and BHGS registration (MTR 0192394) for California moves, operating under USDOT 3585923, with a vetted carrier network for long distance. Full cargo and liability coverage; COIs on request.
We are a carrier, not a broker. The team that loads your Berkeley home is the team that unloads it — no subcontractors, no broker markup.
What the
neighbors say.
4.9★ on Google across 1,400+ reviews, plus 4.8 on Yelp (264) — verified, with an A+ BBB rating.
“I have used many different moving companies in my lifetime, probably more than the typical person. So I know what I am talking about — these guys are the best.”
“Roman and Roman left about 15 minutes ago and I just had to give them a digital high five. My move was down 17 stairs, then 40 more — flawless.”
“They wrapped every piece of furniture like it was going to a museum. Nothing scratched, nothing lost, and they finished under the estimate.”
“Spectacular moving company. Very competitive rates — a flat hourly fee with no extra charge for gas, travel, or packing equipment. Fast and careful.”
“Fast quote, cheap price, easy, seamless, careful handling — and they even handled the parking permits. Max and Eli had it covered.”
“After reviewing other moving companies, the reviews here were what caught my eye. They made my whole move stress-free from start to finish.”
Questions about
moving in Berkeley?
Call (669) 999-5505
The streets up in the Berkeley Hills are too narrow and winding for a big truck. How do you handle that?
It's a routine issue up above Euclid and Grizzly Peak. When a full-size truck can't reach or turn on the block, we stage it on a wider street below and shuttle with a smaller vehicle or extra crew, protecting each piece on the way. We scope this before the date so timing and cost are set. Call (669) 999-5505 for a binding quote.
How much does a move in Berkeley cost?
Local moves are billed at a flat hourly rate that includes the truck, equipment, and careful wrapping. Access (stairs, driveways, long carries) affects crew size — call us for a firm quote.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes — B2 Moving Company is licensed by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAL-T, Permit 581337) and registered with the California Bureau of Household Goods and Services (BHGS, MTR 0192394), and we carry full cargo and liability insurance. We operate under USDOT 3585923 and handle long-distance and out-of-state relocations through our own crews and a vetted licensed-carrier network. Certificates of insurance for HOAs or building managers are provided on request.
How far in advance should I book movers in Berkeley?
We recommend booking 2–4 weeks out, especially for end-of-month dates (the 25th–31st book fastest). Mid-week moves — Tuesday and Wednesday — are typically our most available slots and often the most affordable. That said, call us even with short notice: we frequently have openings within a week.
Is hiring a moving company worth it in Berkeley?
For most households, yes. Professional movers carry the right equipment, trained crews, and cargo insurance — so the risk of a broken item, a pulled back, or a scratched floor falls on us, not you. Our binding Not-to-Exceed quotes mean the price you agree to is the price you pay, making the total cost easy to compare against renting a truck yourself.
What is the hourly rate for movers in California?
Across the Bay Area, local moving companies typically charge $120–$240 per hour depending on crew size and how much of the truck, equipment, and wrapping is included. Our Berkeley rate is $110–$150 per hour with the truck, moving pads, and stretch wrap all included — no fuel surcharge and no separate equipment fee. Crew size scales with the size of the home and the access, and we confirm the number in a binding written quote before the job.
What is the cheapest day to hire movers in Berkeley?
Mid-week and mid-month are almost always cheapest. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from the 6th to the 24th are our most available — and most affordable — slots, because demand spikes on weekends and at month-end when leases turn over. If your dates are flexible, ask us for the next mid-week opening and we will quote the most economical option.
What are red flags to watch for when hiring Berkeley movers?
Be cautious of any mover who quotes a firm price sight-unseen without asking about your inventory or access, cannot give you a CPUC (CAL-T) permit or USDOT number, demands a large cash deposit up front, or has no local address or verifiable reviews. Brokers who subcontract your move to an unnamed carrier are another warning sign. We are a licensed carrier — not a broker — and provide our permit numbers, insurance certificates, and a binding Not-to-Exceed estimate in writing.
What items will movers not take?
By law and for safety, professional movers cannot transport hazardous materials — propane tanks, gasoline, oxygen, aerosols, paints, solvents, fertilizers, ammunition, and fireworks. We also recommend you personally carry irreplaceable items such as cash, jewelry, passports, medications, and important documents. Perishable food, plants, and pets are best moved yourself. Everything else — furniture, appliances, pianos, safes, and fragile collections — we handle.
Our Berkeley
moving services.
Comprehensive moving services for Berkeley — local and long distance moves, packing services, storage, and specialty moving, all handled with careful handling and transparent, upfront pricing.
Local & residential moving
Local movers in Berkeley billing hourly — truck, equipment, furniture wrapping, and floor protection all included. No fuel surcharges and no hidden fees, so local moves stay predictable from quote to final walkthrough.
Long distance moving
Long distance movers for moves out of the Bay Area or across California — priced by shipment weight, one crew door to door, no broker handoffs.
Office & commercial moving
Desks, workstations, server equipment, and filing systems moved efficiently. We schedule around your business hours to keep downtime to a minimum. See commercial moving →
Packing services & supplies
Full or partial packing services using professional-grade boxes, paper, and tape. Custom crating available for art, mirrors, and fragile items.
Storage solutions
Short- or long-term storage solutions at our secure Santa Clara facility when your new place is not quite ready. Your items stay wrapped, inventoried, and accessible, with climate-aware storage available for fine art, wine collections, and other valuable collections.
Piano & specialty items
Grand pianos, safes, pool tables, and oversized antiques moved by trained crews with piano boards, skids, and rigging — not improvisation. White-glove handling and climate-controlled transport for fine art, high value items, and fragile collections.
What moving
costs in
Berkeley.
Most local moves in Berkeley are billed hourly. Our current rate — $110–$150 per hour depending on crew size — covers the truck, all moving equipment, furniture blankets, and stretch wrap. There are no fuel surcharges, no stair fees, and no moving-day renegotiation. Every job comes with a binding written quote (Not-to-Exceed estimate) so the final invoice cannot exceed what we agreed.
For long distance moves out of Berkeley, pricing is based on shipment weight at $0.70–$0.95/lb. Basic carrier liability is 60¢/lb; we strongly recommend upgrading to Full Value Protection, which covers full repair or replacement cost. Call (669) 999-5505 or request an estimate online — we respond same day. See our full moving cost guide for a detailed breakdown.