Moving guides you can watch.
Short video walkthroughs of the packing and prep jobs every San Diego mover should know before move day. Each guide comes with step-by-step instructions and a clear line on when to hand it off to a pro crew.
What moving prep can you do yourself?
How to prep appliances for moving day
Washers, dryers, and refrigerators are the items most often refused or surcharged on move day because they were not drained, secured, or disconnected on time. Twenty-four hours of prep saves hundreds of dollars and a damaged floor.
How to load a moving truck the right way
Loading a truck is a Tetris problem with weight rules. Heavy and rigid items go on the floor against the cab wall, soft items fill voids, and tall fragile items get strapped against the side rails — not stacked in the middle.
Moving day checklist for homeowners
A move runs smoothly when the homeowner has done four things before the truck arrives: cleared a path, separated essentials, walked the lead mover through the inventory, and reviewed the binding estimate one more time.
How much to tip movers and what to expect
Tipping movers is customary in San Diego but not mandatory. The going rate is roughly $5 to $10 per mover per hour for an in-town move, or $40 to $60 per mover per day for a long-distance crew. Here is what professional crews appreciate beyond the tip.
When should you stop packing yourself and call a pro crew?
Six signs the move is past DIY territory. The wrong call here turns a cheap weekend job into a hospital bill, broken heirlooms, or a missed closing date.
What moving resources and references are available?
Rather hand the move off?
If you'd rather skip the truck rental and packing tape, we'll do the whole thing. Free binding written estimate, same-day available across San Diego County.