John Carr's Local Motion Review (2024)

We reviewed John Carr's Local Motion and gave them a 4.24 out of 5 stars.

John Carr's Local Motion is a moving company in San Diego that offers full-service moving services, packing, unpacking, interstate and local moves.

John Carr's Local Motion

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DOT #: 1792060

Years in Business: 25

1003 Elm Ave,
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
Get a Quote (619) 435-8124

More About John Carr's Local Motion

John Carr's Local Motion has been a trusted name in the moving industry since 1998, proudly serving the Imperial Beach, CA area, and beyond. Specializing in local and long-distance residential moving, this versatile firm also offers office relocation services. Compared to other local operators, Carr's stands out due to their additional offerings which include packing, unpacking, and crating services.

They are also exceptionally skilled at handling special items such as pianos, art, and antiques. Whereas many competitors require deposits, John Carr's Local Motion stands out by accepting credit cards with no deposit required. Their excellent customer service is reflected in their impressive online reviews, with a 4.3 rating on Yelp from 51 reviews, and an outstanding 4.8 rating on Google from 17 reviews.

Furthermore, their commitment to quality is certified by an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

  • Legal Name:
    • JOHN CARR
  • FMCSA Rating:
    • None(Updated 2023-01-17)
  • Operating Status:
    • AUTHORIZED FOR HHG
  • Number of trucks: 6
  • Number of drivers: 6
  • Miles Driven: 50,000 (2020)

Note: If you're moving out of state, check out our list of the best long distance movers in California.

How much will it cost to move with John Carr's Local Motion?

John Carr's Local Motion offers personalized moving quotes based on where you're moving and how much stuff you're taking with you.

The average cost of hiring movers in California is $122 per hour.

Here's what we know about the payment types and discounts offered by John Carr's Local Motion:

  • No deposit required
  • Pay by credit card
  • Ask for special discounts and offers

Cost to move out of California

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Services offered by John Carr's Local Motion

John Carr's Local Motion offers the following services:

  • packing
  • unpacking
  • offices
  • crating
  • storage
  • senior
  • full service

All Services

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Who should consider John Carr's Local Motion for their San Diego-based move?

John Carr's Local Motion handles:

  • Local
    Moves
  • Intrastate
    moves
  • Interstate
    moves

If you're moving out of California, we strongly recommend going with a mover that specializes in interstate moves. These are the best interstate moving companies:

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Reviews of John Carr's Local Motion

Reading customer reviews is important to consider to identify the best moving companies. We compiled reviews from across the web on John Carr's Local Motion.

Does John Carr's Local Motion respond to reviews?

We found no evidence of John Carr's Local Motion responding to customer reviews. Responding to public reviews and inquiries is typically a good sign of the company following up on the customer's experience.

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How John Carr's Local Motion stacks up against other movers near San Diego

Company Quote Rating
One Stop Moving & Storage Get A Quote starstarstarstarstar
4.86 overall rating
Two Men and a Truck Get A Quote starstarstarstarstar
4.8 overall rating
Grizzly Moving Get A Quote starstarstarstarstar
4.76 overall rating
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Additional Information

Is John Carr's Local Motion properly licensed?

When contacting a local moving company for an estimate in California, make sure each has a “T Number” issued by the California Public Utilities Commission (CAPUC).

Moving companies with valid T Numbers have met state requirements for insurance, safety, and financial stability and have passed criminal clearance checks conducted by the California Department of Justice.

John Carr's Local Motion state license number is: 0190449 USDOT # : 1792060

You can also use their state regulator website to look up their active status.

Does John Carr's Local Motion have any additional locations outside of San Diego?

We were only able to find this location for John Carr's Local Motion.

Is John Carr's Local Motion Associated with a van line?

Van lines are networks of local movers that operate separately but under the same umbrella of a multi-state organization. It's not as complicated as it sounds. Learn what van lines are.

John Carr's Local Motion functions as an independent moving company. They are not affiliated with a van line company.

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Where is John Carr's Local Motion located?

1003 Elm Ave,
Imperial Beach, CA, 91932

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Helpful California resources

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