Moving Companies in Inland Empire

Moving companies in Inland Empire at a glance

Moving companies in Inland Empire serve a two-county region east of Los Angeles. We cover 42 places across Riverside and San Bernardino counties. The area ranges from dense suburbs to high-desert communities, so crew availability and travel fees vary by city.

Where the top movers are based

We looked at the highest-publicly-rated mover in each major city. Some are headquartered locally; others dispatch from Los Angeles or nearby hubs.

PROTEAM MOVING INC and Trek Movers each appear twice, covering multiple cities from a single base. Meathead Movers also serves more than one city in our data.

County breakdown

Riverside County includes 18 cities we track, from Riverside and Moreno Valley south to Temecula and Murrieta, plus inland communities like Hemet, Perris, and Beaumont.

San Bernardino County covers 24 cities in our database. The western corridor runs through Rancho Cucamonga, Ontario, Fontana, and Upland. The eastern and high-desert areas include Victorville, Barstow, Yucca Valley, and Twentynine Palms.

California movers in this region often handle local moves within a county or cross-county relocations between Riverside and San Bernardino.

What to check before booking

• California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) permit. Intrastate movers need a CAL-T number (older permits use MTR). Verify through the CPUC's online carrier search.
• FMCSA registration for any move crossing state lines. Use the FMCSA SAFER company snapshot.
• Whether the crew is based in your origin city or dispatching from farther away. This affects arrival windows and fuel or travel fees.

Demand for moving companies in Inland Empire runs highest from May through September and at month-end lease turnovers. Mountain and high-desert locations may face added travel time and winter-road considerations.

Our data on Inland Empire moving companies includes national brands and independent operators. Ratings shown are public Google ratings, not verified by us.

For planning, a two-mover crew with truck runs about $150-$250 per hour in California. A studio or one-bedroom local move carries a planning estimate of $450-$1,000; a four-bedroom local move ranges from $2,000-$4,800. Long-distance planning estimates start around $2,800-$6,000 for a two-bedroom move.

If you are comparing movers in Inland Empire against options closer to the coast, we also cover Los Angeles County, Orange County, and San Diego County in our broader moving companies in California guide.

The best movers Inland Empire residents choose will depend on origin, destination, and whether the job is local or long-distance. We list Inland Empire movers by city so you can compare public ratings and review counts directly.

Top-rated moving companies in Inland Empire

We cover 42 places across the Inland Empire. Our data includes moving companies in Inland Empire cities large and small, from Riverside County through San Bernardino County. Below we list the top-rated option we track in each city, with public Google ratings and review counts.

Riverside

Riverside moving companies include ABC Movers Riverside, rated 4.9 from 227 Google reviews and based in Riverside.

Temecula

Temecula moving companies include Golden Sun Movers Temecula, rated 4.9 from 237 Google reviews and based in Temecula.

Rancho Cucamonga

Rancho Cucamonga moving companies include PROTEAM MOVING INC, rated 5 from 432 Google reviews and based in Rancho Cucamonga.

Moreno Valley

Moreno Valley moving companies include JFK Moving LLC, rated 4.8 from 580 Google reviews and based in Moreno Valley.

Corona

Corona moving companies include Two Men and a Truck Moving, rated 5 from 174 Google reviews and based in Corona.

Murrieta

Murrieta moving companies include Meathead Movers, rated 4.8 from 663 Google reviews and based in Murrieta.

Redlands

Redlands moving companies include Trek Movers, rated 4.9 from 1,027 Google reviews and based in Los Angeles.

Victorville

Victorville moving companies include JC Moving Helpers, rated 5 from 52 Google reviews; no base city is listed in our data.

San Bernardino

San Bernardino moving companies include Trek Movers, rated 4.9 from 1,027 Google reviews and based in Los Angeles.

Upland

Upland moving companies include Fastruck Moving Company, rated 5 from 121 Google reviews and based in Upland.

Fontana

Fontana moving companies include Two Men And A Truck Moving, rated 5 from 98 Google reviews and based in Fontana.

Ontario

Ontario moving companies include PROTEAM MOVING INC, rated 5 from 432 Google reviews and based in Rancho Cucamonga.

Hemet

Hemet moving companies include Meathead Movers, rated 4.8 from 663 Google reviews and based in Murrieta.

Chino

Chino moving companies include Berger Allied Moving & Storage, rated 4.9 from 1,216 Google reviews and based in Chino.

These are the best movers Inland Empire residents can compare when planning a local or regional relocation. Moving companies in Inland Empire range from single-city operators to crews that travel across county lines. When you contact any mover, ask whether they hold a CPUC permit with a CAL-T number for intrastate work. The California Public Utilities Commission requires household goods movers operating within California to carry this permit and maintain public liability and cargo insurance on file. Verify any company in the CPUC's online carrier search before booking.

For moves that cross state lines, jurisdiction shifts to FMCSA. Use the FMCSA SAFER company snapshot to check interstate authority and complaint history.

Demand for moving companies in Inland Empire peaks from May through September and on the last days of each month when leases turn over. If your schedule is flexible, consider a mid-month date in fall or winter for more availability.

Planning estimates for California moves run as follows. These are not quotes; actual costs depend on inventory, access, and packing needs.

Coastal metros add parking, permit and elevator logistics; inland and mountain areas add travel time and winter-road risk. The Inland Empire sits between these two profiles, so discuss access conditions at both your origin and destination when requesting estimates from moving companies in Inland Empire.

We also track moving companies in California statewide. For planning help, see our guides on how much do movers cost, the ultimate moving checklist, and how to choose a moving company.

Inland Empire movers serve a spread-out region with varying commute distances between cities. A crew based in Rancho Cucamonga may quote for Ontario or Fontana. A crew based in Murrieta may cover Hemet or Temecula. Always confirm the base city and whether travel time is included in the rate or billed separately.

Get written estimates from at least three moving companies in Inland Empire before deciding. Compare line items for packing, materials, stairs, long carries, and fuel. Read our moving scams and how to avoid them guide for red flags to watch for.

Need specialized service? We track full-service movers, long-distance movers, cross-country movers, interstate movers, piano movers, and furniture movers across California. Moving companies in Inland Empire offer varying combinations of these services, so ask each provider directly what they handle.

When comparing moving companies in Inland Empire, review counts vary widely. A company with 52 reviews and a company with 1,216 reviews can both show strong ratings, but the volume reflects different scales of operation. Ask how many moves the crew performs monthly and whether your job size matches their typical workload.

Moving companies in Inland Empire operate across two large counties. Riverside County includes Riverside, Temecula, Moreno Valley, Corona, Murrieta, Hemet, and others. San Bernardino County includes Rancho Cucamonga, Redlands, Victorville, San Bernardino, Upland, Fontana, Ontario, and Chino. Some moving companies in Inland Empire focus on one county; others cross the county line regularly.

County-by-county notes for Inland Empire

The Inland Empire spans two large counties. We cover 42 places across the region. Travel between towns is common, so it helps to know which moving companies in Inland Empire are based where.

Riverside County

Riverside County includes 18 cities we track. The largest is Riverside itself, with a 2020 population of 314,998. Riverside moving companies include ABC Movers Riverside, with a 4.9 public Google rating from 227 reviews and a base in Riverside.

Temecula sits to the south. Temecula moving companies include Golden Sun Movers Temecula, rated 4.9 from 237 reviews, based in Temecula.

Moreno Valley, Corona, and Murrieta round out the top-tier population centers. Moreno Valley moving companies include JFK Moving LLC, rated 4.8 from 580 reviews, based in Moreno Valley. Corona moving companies include Two Men and a Truck Moving, rated 5 from 174 reviews, based in Corona. Murrieta moving companies include Meathead Movers, rated 4.8 from 663 reviews, based in Murrieta.

Other cities in our Riverside County data include Hemet, Beaumont, Menifee, Lake Elsinore, Jurupa Valley, Perris, Eastvale, San Jacinto, Wildomar, Banning, Norco, Canyon Lake, and Calimesa. Hemet moving companies include Meathead Movers, rated 4.8 from 663 reviews, based in Murrieta.

San Bernardino County

San Bernardino County includes 24 cities in our data, stretching from the Los Angeles County border toward the state lines. Rancho Cucamonga is the largest city we cover here, with a 2020 population of 174,453. Rancho Cucamonga moving companies include PROTEAM MOVING INC, rated 5 from 432 reviews, based in Rancho Cucamonga.

Redlands and Victorville represent opposite ends of the county geographically. Redlands moving companies include Trek Movers, rated 4.9 from 1,027 reviews, based in Los Angeles. Victorville moving companies include JC Moving Helpers, rated 5 from 52 reviews.

The county seat, San Bernardino, had 222,101 residents in 2020. San Bernardino moving companies include Trek Movers, rated 4.9 from 1,027 reviews, based in Los Angeles.

Other notable cities: Upland moving companies include Fastruck Moving Company, rated 5 from 121 reviews, based in Upland. Fontana moving companies include Two Men And A Truck Moving, rated 5 from 98 reviews, based in Fontana. Ontario moving companies include PROTEAM MOVING INC, rated 5 from 432 reviews, based in Rancho Cucamonga. Chino moving companies include Berger Allied Moving & Storage, rated 4.9 from 1,216 reviews, based in Chino.

Our San Bernardino County coverage also includes Chino Hills, Big Bear Lake, Apple Valley, Hesperia, Yucaipa, Barstow, Yucca Valley, Rialto, Highland, Colton, Montclair, Twentynine Palms, Loma Linda, Grand Terrace, Adelanto, and Needles.

What county spread means for your move

Distance matters in the Inland Empire. A move from Rancho Cucamonga to Needles covers far more ground than one within Riverside city limits. Ask any movers in Inland Empire you contact whether they charge travel time from their base to your origin, or only from origin to destination. Some moving companies in Inland Empire base crews in one county but serve both.

Mountain cities like Big Bear Lake and mountain-adjacent areas add variables. The seasonality note for California mentions that inland and mountain areas add travel time and winter-road risk. Plan accordingly if you are moving to or from higher elevations during winter months.

Demand peaks from May through September and on the last days of each month when leases turn over. Booking best movers Inland Empire outside these windows may improve availability. For any move, ask for a written estimate that specifies whether it is binding or non-binding, and confirm that moving companies in Inland Empire carrying your goods within California hold a CPUC permit with a CAL-T or MTR number. Verify this through the CPUC online carrier search before booking.

What moving companies in Inland Empire cost

Moving companies in Inland Empire set their rates by the hour for local jobs and by weight and distance for longer hauls. We cover 42 places across Riverside and San Bernardino counties, and our data includes movers in cities from Riverside to Victorville. Understanding the planning estimates before you call helps you compare bids on equal terms.

Local move planning estimates

Moving companies in Inland Empire typically bill hourly for intrastate relocations. The table below shows typical ranges; your actual cost depends on crew size, drive time between addresses, and how prepared your home is.

The hourly band runs higher in Los Angeles and the Bay Area than in most Inland Empire cities. For a fuller breakdown of hourly billing, packing fees, and fuel surcharges, see our guide on how much do movers cost? (2026 rates).

Long-distance move planning estimates

For moves that leave the Inland Empire region entirely, pricing shifts to shipment weight and mileage. The ranges below are planning estimates for interstate or cross-country relocations originating here.

What drives price differences

• Season and date. Demand peaks from May through September and on the last days of each month when leases turn over. Rates often soften in mid-month, off-peak weeks.
• Access and logistics. Gated communities, stairs, elevators, and long carries from the truck to your door add labor time.
• Travel distance within the region. A move from Corona to Rancho Cucamonga covers more ground than a same-city job, which can trigger minimum charges or fuel fees.
• Packing and materials. Full packing service, specialty crating, and mattress bags are extra unless you handle them yourself.
• Insurance valuation. Released-value coverage is included at no charge; full-value protection raises the total.

Moving companies in Inland Empire must follow the same California rules as movers statewide. Any household goods mover operating within California must hold a permit from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), shown as a CAL-T number, and must carry public liability and cargo insurance on file with the commission. You can verify a permit in the CPUC's online carrier search before you book. Moves that cross state lines fall under FMCSA jurisdiction instead.

When collecting estimates, ask each mover whether the quote is binding or non-binding. A binding estimate locks the price unless you add items or services. A non-binding estimate can change on move day based on actual weight or hours worked. Get the scope in writing: crew size, arrival window, inventory list, and any cancellation terms. Moving companies in Inland Empire may also charge for stairs, elevators, or bulky items, so disclose these details upfront to avoid surprises.

Our pages for individual cities list the top-rated mover we found in each market. Examples include ABC Movers Riverside (4.9 stars, 227 public Google reviews) in Riverside, PROTEAM MOVING INC (5 stars, 432 reviews) in Rancho Cucamonga, and Trek Movers (4.9 stars, 1,027 reviews) serving Redlands and San Bernardino. These ratings come from public Google data, not from our testing.

Timing and logistics for moving companies in Inland Empire

Booking moving companies in Inland Empire works best when you match your date to the rhythm of demand. Demand peaks from May through September and on the last days of each month when leases turn over. Coastal metros add parking, permit and elevator logistics; inland and mountain areas add travel time and winter-road risk.

When to schedule Inland Empire movers

We cover 42 places across the Inland Empire. That includes Riverside County cities like Riverside, Temecula, Moreno Valley, Corona, Murrieta, Hemet, Beaumont, Menifee, Lake Elsinore, Jurupa Valley, Perris, Eastvale, San Jacinto, Wildomar, Banning, Norco, Canyon Lake and Calimesa. It also covers San Bernardino County cities like Rancho Cucamonga, Redlands, Victorville, San Bernardino, Upland, Fontana, Ontario, Chino, Chino Hills, Big Bear Lake, Apple Valley, Hesperia, Yucaipa, Barstow, Yucca Valley, Rialto, Highland, Colton, Montclair, Twentynine Palms, Loma Linda, Grand Terrace, Adelanto and Needles.

Public Google ratings for top movers vary by city. ABC Movers Riverside has a 4.9 rating with 227 reviews and is based in Riverside. Golden Sun Movers Temecula has a 4.9 rating with 237 reviews and is based in Temecula. PROTEAM MOVING INC has a 5 rating with 432 reviews and is based in Rancho Cucamonga.

Other options include JFK Moving LLC with a 4.8 rating and 580 reviews based in Moreno Valley, Two Men and a Truck Moving with a 5 rating and 174 reviews based in Corona, and Meathead Movers with a 4.8 rating and 663 reviews based in Murrieta.

Cost planning estimates

These are planning estimates, not quotes. Rates run higher in Los Angeles and the Bay Area.

Licensing checks for California moves

Household goods movers operating within California must hold a CPUC permit with a CAL-T number and must have public liability and cargo insurance on file. Look the company up in the CPUC's online carrier search by name or permit number before booking. The CPUC has jurisdiction only over intrastate moves. Moves across state lines fall under FMCSA.

Use the ultimate moving checklist to keep permit verification, estimate comparisons and scheduling in one place. Ask each of the moving companies in Inland Empire you contact whether they handle your specific origin and destination pair, especially for moves between the valley floor and mountain communities. Some movers in Inland Empire base crews in one county and add travel charges for the other. Comparing several moving companies in Inland Empire helps you find availability during peak periods.

How to hire a licensed mover in Inland Empire

Every mover on your shortlist should carry a valid license before you sign. For moving companies in Inland Empire, the rules split cleanly between in-state and out-of-state jobs.

California intrastate moves: CPUC permits

Household goods movers operating entirely within California must hold a permit from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). Look for a CAL-T number on the company's paperwork; older permits may show an MTR number instead. The CPUC also requires public liability and cargo insurance on file with the commission.

Verify any Inland Empire movers claim by searching the CPUC's online carrier database before you book.

Interstate moves: FMCSA authority

A move that crosses state lines falls under federal jurisdiction. Check the company's operating authority, insurance status and safety record through the FMCSA SAFER company snapshot. This applies if you are hiring interstate movers or cross-country movers from the Inland Empire to another state.

Questions to ask before you get a planning estimate

• Which is your CPUC permit number or USDOT number?
• Will my move stay within California or cross state lines?
• Is the estimate binding or non-binding?
• Which insurance coverage is included, and which are my options for additional valuation?

We cover 42 places across the Inland Empire. Our data includes moving companies in Inland Empire cities such as Riverside (population 314,998), Temecula (110,003), Rancho Cucamonga (174,453), Moreno Valley (208,634), Corona (157,136), Murrieta (110,949), Redlands (73,168), Victorville (134,810), San Bernardino (222,101), Upland (79,040), Fontana (208,393), Ontario (175,265), Hemet (89,833) and Chino (91,403).

Some of these moving companies in Inland Empire also serve nearby regions. You may see crews working in Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Diego County or Coachella Valley & Imperial. Others run longer routes to San Francisco Bay Area, North Bay & Wine Country, Sacramento Region, Central Valley, Central Coast, Sierra Nevada & Gold Country and Northern California.

Cost planning estimates

The figures here are planning estimates, not quotes. Actual prices depend on crew size, access conditions and season.

Hourly rates for a two-mover crew with truck generally run $150-$250 per hour. Long-distance moves for a 2-bedroom home range from $2,800-$6,000; a 3-bedroom home runs $4,500-$10,000.

Demand peaks from May through September and on the last days of each month when leases turn over. Book early if you need full-service movers, piano movers or furniture movers during those windows.

Read our guides on how to choose a moving company and moving scams and how to avoid them for more vetting steps. If you are comparing long-distance movers, confirm which regulator has jurisdiction for your specific route. The best movers Inland Empire has on our list all carry the proper permits for their coverage areas.

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