Household goods moving companies obtain permits from the PUC after showing financial and safety fitness. They must also prove to the PUC that they have adequate insurance and they are subject to criminal background clearance by the California Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Before You Move!

• Read our Consumer Advisories
• Look through our list of moving companies (list also includes passenger carriers) to determine whether the company has an operating permit with us and whether it is insured, the headquarters of the company, and more!
• OR call us to find out if the company you're considering hiring is licensed!  The toll-free telephone number is 1-800-877-8867.
• Download a comma-delimited file of moving companies.
• Read our Mover's Guide with information to help you with your move.
• Read our Maximum Rate Tariff 4, which is the maximum rates and rules for movers!
• Read about ongoing and past  PUC investigations of moving companies.

Problems With Your Move?

Need Information on Starting or Operating a Moving Company?

• Moving Companies' Frequently Asked Questions.
• Insurance Requirements for moving companies
• Would you like to contact the PUC for information on starting or operating a moving company?
• Looking for information about required forms?
• Looking for Maximum Rate Tariff 4?