Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Movers in Oakland and Bay Area
Big Family Movers was founded in 2001 with a commitment to excellence in residential and commercial moving services. Our approach combines over 25 years of collective experience with a focus on respect, determination, and personalized service to make every transition seamless for our clients. We specialize in local moves throughout the Bay Area, offering professional packing, furniture handling, and senior relocation solutions. Our teams expertise extends to navigating the unique challenges of Oakland and surrounding cities, ensuring efficient routes and safe transportation.We pride ourselves on community involvement, offering discounts to seniors and non-profits while maintaining strong relationships with local businesses. Our mission remains clear: to prioritize client satisfaction through careful handling of belongings, transparent communication, and a dedication to making moving less stressful. With decades of combined experience and hundreds of satisfied clients, we continue to build our reputation as a trusted, locally-owned service provider.
Services
Residential Moves
Commercial Moves
Professional Packing
Local Moving
Furniture Moving
Senior Moving
Office Relocation
Retail Store Moving
Apartment Moves
Moving Insurance
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 25 years of combined experience in residential and commercial moving
- Equipped for professional packing, assembly, and disposal services
- 100+ positive reviews from Yelp and Google customers
- Community-focused with discounts for seniors and non-profits
- Locally-owned expertise navigating Oakland and Bay Area challenges
What people say
100+ happy clients
Friendly and knowledgeable crew
Thorough and careful
Came under estimate
Wore masks at all times
Services
Residential Moves
Our residential moving service specializes in seamless household relocations. Trained teams handle packing, loading, and furniture assembly for apartments, single-family homes, and condos. We provide wardrobe boxes, disassembly/reassembly services, and final walkthroughs to ensure nothing gets left behind. The three-hour minimum rate covers smaller jobs while larger moves are billed hourly with transparent pricing.
Professional Packing
We offer comprehensive packing solutions using high-quality materials for fragile items, electronics, and artwork. Movers follow systematic labeling strategies to simplify unpacking. Specialized services include disassembling furniture and packing/unpacking sensitive technology. Our process reduces stress during transitions while ensuring belongings remain securely protected during transport through our custom packing techniques and organization methods.
Senior Moving
Designed for older adults, this service includes compassionate packing, furniture disassembly, and safe transportation. Our NASMM-trained team creates personalized moving plans addressing mobility needs and emotional considerations. We offer discounted rates for seniors and coordinate with care facilities to ensure smooth transitions. Specialized techniques handle cherished possessions and medical equipment with extra care during relocations.
Commercial Moves
We specialize in business relocations with minimal operational disruption. Services include after-hours packing, server room equipment handling, and furniture assembly. Our teams manage retail store displays, office furniture, and sensitive documents following security protocols. We coordinate multiple delivery vehicles for large-scale moves while maintaining inventory tracking systems to ensure all business assets arrive intact and ready for immediate use.
Local Moving
Covering the entire Bay Area, our local moving service navigates Oakland's unique challenges including limited parking and multi-story buildings. We provide weekday and weekend availability with same-day service options. Expert teams handle short-distance relocations efficiently while maintaining strict safety protocols for both personnel and customer belongings throughout the transportation process.
People
Noah Smith
Owner & Operator
Noah has been in the moving industry since 1992 and founded Big Family Movers in 2001. With over 30 years of experience, he leads a team that emphasizes integrity and customer care. His leadership focuses on maintaining high service standards while giving back to the Oakland community through charitable initiatives and employee development programs.
Questions
What types of moving services do you offer?
We specialize in residential moves, commercial relocations, senior moving, apartment transfers, furniture moving, and professional packing services throughout the Bay Area.
Do you provide moving insurance options?
Yes, we offer three insurance tiers including basic liability (60¢/lb), actual value coverage, and full replacement value protection for added peace of mind.
Are your movers trained professionals?
Our team undergoes comprehensive training in furniture handling, packing techniques, and customer service. Many crew members have worked together for multiple decades.
How do I prepare for a move?
We recommend decluttering first, then organizing belongings room-by-room. Label boxes clearly and keep essentials separate. Our team provides wardrobe boxes and disassembles furniture on moving day.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, checks, and credit cards with prior arrangement. Payment is due upon completion of services rendered at your new location.
Do you charge extra for stairs or special equipment?
No additional fees for stairs, bulky items, or weekend moves. Our standard rate includes wardrobe boxes, basic furniture disassembly, and loading/unloading services.
