I'm in the middle of a divorce, and didn't have access to the house where my belongings were. I sent Michael photos, and he was able to give me a fair quote, was flexible and able to work with our situation. He and the crew came in under budget, were friendly and respectful, took great care of all our stuff, and made the whole thing much easier than it could have been. Will ABSOLUTELY be calling HWC first for any moves in the CA Bay Area. read more

Handle with Care Moving is fantastic. Having moved many times both locally and nationally with corporate moving companies, I can confidently say that Handle with Care Moving in California is top-tier. Mike (the owner) was professional, calm, efficient and organized throughout the entire process. His planning was thorough, and he kept in great communication with us leading up to the move. He was very clear and fair with his prices. He led an excellent team that handled our large, heavy furniture, valuable antiques, and fragile art with immense care. Mike and his team are great guys, and they know how to move. Five stars and our enthusiastic recommendation. We will definitely be working with Mike and his team for our future moves. read more

A friend recommended Mike and his AMAZING team and I cannot say enough great things about how the overall process went. About a month before the move, Mike stopped by to give us an estimate as well as some advice on how to procure a storage unit. He then followed up week of to ensure he had everything ready and set for move day. We handled all the boxing of our household goods, and his team handled the rest! On move day, Mike and 3 of his team came. They worked fast and efficiently, but more importantly they did so while protecting the home and furniture. They carefully wrapped all of our furniture, artwork, etc. and worked as a team to make sure the heaviest items were moved in the best way possible, like the very heavy piano! We've been through multiple international and domestic moves with larger companies and I can say that Handle with Care Movers is by far the best. They also left our home so much cleaner than any other move we've had before! Thank you Mike-n-team, we will be in touch when our next move comes! read more

Mike was wonderful!! We had to move my 86 year old Mom from the Bay area to Central Ca. We have moved 6 times in the last 20 years and used big moving companies, small Companies and do it your self Companies. By far Mike and Handle with care was the best moving experience we have ever had. He truely cared about my Mom and our family and went above and beyond on everything!! The guys he uses are very professional and caring, great to work with and very, very good a what they do. I would highly recommend Handle with care movers to anyone, its worth it!! read more

I hired Mike again 13 years later- He moved us into our home when our kids were newborn, and helped us move again earlier this month. I went back to him because I was re-reading my old review here on yelp, and thought I'd ask for a quote. Mike and his crew were courteous, efficient, professional, and good humored. They came under budget and they were a real pleasure to work with. The entire crew made a deliberate effort to accommodate our requests and were not in the least fazed about last minute changes (this dresser in a different room, that carpet moved elsewhere, etc). They moved us from a 4 bedroom home we had lived in for 13 years- it was a lot of stuff. The only thing that was broken was a lid for a pot, and that's it- and I wonder if it wasn't already cracked before! Everything made it to the new house ahead of time and under budget. Since they have moved us 3 weeks ago, I hired them to bring home some additional furniture I bought at consignement, and they have moved a close family friend to their new home, and everyone is happy. The real proof of competence and professionalism, though, was when something did go wrong- a piece of furniture from the consignement haul was slightly damaged, and they immediately took responsibility, brough it to a trusted repair shop, fixed it and redelivered- as if nothing had happened. I trust Mike with all my moving needs. 5 stars all along. read more

This is my second move with HWC and the service was warm and impeccable as usual. Mike runs an efficient team. They're gracious, professional, and so easy to work with. Both moves were big moves and they think about how to schedule things to minimally disrupt your life (I have 3 kids so this is important), give great tips on how to organize and label things so unpacking is as easy as unpacking a whole house can be, and not one thing was broken, scratched, or damaged in either move. Honestly I don't know how that's possible but they do it. We've used other movers before, some the big name companies, but HWC has spoiled me to accept nothing less than their warm professionalism. I don't hope to move again anytime soon, but when I do, Mike will be the only person I call. Their pricing is super competitive as well. read more

I hired a moving company that has been the complete worst. They lied about when I should expect my items. Overcharged me on pickup and also refuses to answer the phone to provide me with a status of my items. I decided to look them up by name because this was the name given to me. I finally got ahold of someone and we both realized THIS IS NOT THE HORRIBLE COMPANY. The Company in question answers the phones using "Handle with Care". When i finally got in contact with the Company they told me that in order to schedule my delivery i need to pay 70% of the remaining balance and sent me an invoice. On the invoice I noticed the name is actually American Home Relocation NOT Handle with Care. Handle with Care has nothing to do with American Home Relocation. I hope this helps everyone out! read more

I am so happy with Handle with Care Moving! Their name surely boasts their business model. They were so careful in fact that they even hand carried some highly sentimental and fragile items for me! Talk about being courtesy! Mike (the owner) and his crew were professional, courteous, and quick! Their team of four really knows how to move *pun intended*! They used blankets and wrap to protect certain items, and carefully packed in it their truck with Tetris like precision. I was amazed that it all fit! Moving can certainly be stressful and exhausting, but this team made it a breeze. Mike is a super nice guy to work with, and chatting with him throughout the move made it all the more enjoyable. Well, as "enjoyable" as moving can be really. I highly recommend Handle with Care Moving. I will most definitely use this company again, and if you need to move precious cargo; you should do so as well. read more

Handle with Care Moving did a really great job with my latest move, which was quite a complicated one that involved picking up from 3 different locations and dropping off at 2 new homes in different cities. The movers worked super efficiently, their quote was lower than other companies in the area, and their estimated rate ended up pretty spot on. I was impressed with how they handled the complexity of the move and I would definitely work with them again. read more

Thank you Mike & company for a perfect move. We will use you again for sure! You were on time, handled all "last minute" surprises with ease, and gave a very accurate estimate by phone. Overall a perfect move in a stressful time as a homeowner. read more

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Mike and his team moved our household from the Bay Area to the Sacramento area recently and did a fantastic job. He was able to pack his truck just like a Jenga puzzle, fitting everything we had in an amazing way. His team of 4 men, plus Mike, worked diligently, handled everything carefully. I would use them again any time I needed such a big move. He was very reasonable in cost compared to others. read more

Still haven't delivered my stuff. Quoted me 5-7 days. I'm at 28 days.. they have ghosted me and won't give me a delivery date. When I call I am yelled at or hung up on. Frauds read more

We had a simple move - we were willing to move most of our crap on our own, but we wanted the professionals to do the big and/or heavy stuff. Handle with Care has a 3 hour minimum with 2 movers minimum, and this worked perfectly for us. In that 3 hours, they got all of our furniture and a *ton* of our boxes and anything else big into their truck. They also loaned me enough wardrobe boxes to transport all our hanging clothing quick and easily - wardrobe boxes are SUCH a huge help it was amazing! Mike and his employee were on-time, friendly, efficient and non-stop workaholics. Watching Mike run up our stairs two at a time made me feel like a lazy bum. ;) In retrospect, we should've spent more money and paid for extra time and/or another mover - they were incredible and could've gotten all of our stuff in a fraction of the time it took us to do everything. I was on a tight budget though but spending the money for their minimum service was definitely the smartest move we made! ;) I wholeheartedly recommend Mike and Handle with Care Moving - I really appreciate that Mike was willing to stay within my budget and they moved much more than we had hoped. Awesome! read more

Super professional, I highly recommend this company! It was a perfect move, thanks to Mike. read more

We hired Handle With Care to move us from Redwood Shores, CA. to Walnut Creek. Mike was a true professional and a confident business owner. I am grateful that we hired this moving company for the following reasons. 1. Mike always returned phone calls in a prompt manner 2. He came out to estimate the size of the move 3. He and his staff were professional, timely and STRONG 4. Mike has good people skills, he knew I was nervous about the move and knew I would be high maintenance, he kept assuring me and kept all on a positive note 5. Everything moved arrived in great condition This is a small local business which I like to support. I would recommend them to others for sure. read more

Handle with Care Moving - Professional Staff Unloading Our "stuff" - Movers Near Me - Mountain View, California

They were really professional and quick! Mike, the owner, was there for the whole thing, working along side his crew. I was really impressed and would highly recommend Handle with Care Moving for your move! read more

I was fortunate to receive a referral to Handle with Care Moving Company from a trusted colleague. I had a short window within which to get a quote, packed and moved. Michael came over and provided a quote which was spot on. He and his team were careful, friendly and delivered a seamless, drama free experience. That this took place during COVID-19 made it even more impressive. So appreciative of the care they took with my move. I highly recommend this company. read more

This was our best moving experience. Mike and his crew were courteous, competent, capable. Starting weeks before the move we were in frequent contact, going over details that would make everything go smoothly. The move itself was smoothly run. Nothing broken, nothing missing. Best of all was that everyone had a great attitude. read more

I LOVE this company! I hired Handle With Care once again, this time to load my PODS. Sylvan and Nick work together like only an experienced team can- and it makes things incredibly efficient. They are calm and uber-strong and always in a positive mood. Mike the owner is really on top of things, so I never had a second of worry. I had to reschedule and Mike kindly made it work. When the guys arrived, I was behind schedule (eeek!) and was running around like crazy. It was chaos. They just helped me figure out the best things to do first to sensibly move the process along, and it worked out fine. I truly can't recommend them enough. I wish working with every company was this effortless. :-) read more

Mike, the owner of Handle With Care Movers, is incredibly professional, friendly, conscientious, honest, and fair. DON'T HESITATE TO CONTRACT WITH THEM! Mike does the estimate, is on-site through the move, and works so hard alongside his team-- making sure all goes well. If I move again, he'll be my first call. He made it all SO EASY. read more

We moved twice with Mike. They did a fantastic jobb! Very efficient and not a single thing was damaged, they truly handle your stuff with great care! They even managed to move a 700 lbs table, carrying it through a tight passage in the back yard. Next time I will definitely do it with Handle with Care Moving again! read more

Nothing really new to add here, these stellar reviews say it all! They are the reason that we chose Mike and his team in the first place, and we couldn't be happier with the choice. From start to finish, he was very professional and helpful, and so were all his workers. He responded very quickly to all my inquiries about how I should pack things and what the timeline would be for our move. We moved a two bedroom apartment from Mountain View to Pollock Pines, which is on the way up to Southlake Tahoe. Our total cost was less than $1600, which was unbelievable! He and his team worked so hard packing and unpacking, there were times when they were literally running back and forth! He was so thoughtful, too. We moved over Labor Day, which ended up being the hottest weekend of the year, and he made sure to open up the truck so that a couple of the trees we had could get some fresh air. They made it through the move just great, and so did everything else. Moving is definitely not an experience to look forward to, but with this team it will be as enjoyable as possible! read more

Do not use this company! Terrible customer service! They tell you one price and raise it way higher than the quote. The movers the hire are not professional and broke a lot of our items! And they held our stuff for over 3 weeks! read more

My heart breaks to leave a low rating, because Mike was nice, and the other guys were nice as well. I will not bore you with an overly long whiney complaint. I will just tell you the basics of what happened. We hired Handle With Care Moving for a move that was from Palo Alto to approximately 2 hours away. We hired the movers to pack our home, including furniture, boxes etc., and to transport and deliver. We paid for new boxes, but after delivery, we noticed that the boxes were labeled with several different things. For example, one corner read "Living Room" and the second corner read "master bedroom closet." Then on the bottom it read "dog's furniture." We do not even own a dog. ... We were so confused, and disappointed. We realized that they had used previously used boxes for our move. But they charged us for new boxes. It made the unpacking process a nightmare. We also had very expensive antiques and art pieces that were broken in the move. We liked these guys on a personal level, a lot! But, they fell incredibly short on the entire move from beginning to end. We used them for every service that they offer, not just picking up boxes and going. They wrapped furniture, packed personal items, moved and unloaded our things. However, it all fell short. Very disappointed overall. If you decide to go with these guys, I am sure that they will be nice to you, that is good. Just be picky and careful about what you have them handle. My wife wants me to give one star, but I am giving two, for their kindness. read more

Wow. These guys do not mess around. It is astounding how much stuff they can move in 3 hours, all with great care and friendly service. They arrived a few minutes early, kept a close eye on the clock, worked efficiently, and understood our need to stay within the allotted time. Rates are $90/hour for 2 movers ($45/hour for each additional mover) and they have a 3-hour minimum. They moved us from a 1-bedroom apt into a 2-bedroom condo in exactly 3 hours. (We did help carry a lot of stuff, which they are totally fine with if you want to keep costs down, but if you want to relax while they do all the work, that's fine too.) There was a minor incident -- a broken light plate when lifting our big mattress, and Mike immediately took responsibility to speak with our landlord and take care of replacing it. Awesome. read more

This review is only for the quoting process, as I selected a different mover. The quote request was from March 2010. My impression from the phone conversation was that they are a professional outfit that would be able to handle my move without a problem. My quote for a short distance move for a 2/2 to a house ended up being: - $90 hourly rate for two movers and truck, plastic wrap, padding, boxing (wardrobe boxes) services, three hour minimum then billed by quarter hour pro rate after. estimated 4-5 hours of work time. I also got a quote from ML Movers and Trans-One Moving, ultimately selecting Trans-One because of price, number of workers, and fit to my schedule. read more

Handle With Care Movers made our move to SF from the Peninsula a breeze. Mike (the owner) brought over 2 helpers and helped out himself too and we were done and moved to the city in a few hours comfortable and relaxed. If your moving to SF there is a 2x charge on the driving time but they are still are one of the cheapest around especially if you need condo insurance which we did. It cost approximately $450 and we gave Mike a generous tip because the move went so well. I found Handle With Care on Yelp and am really glad i chose them as they move really fast and care about your stuff. You can also help them move your stuff to reduce the move time and they don't mind. Whilst chatting to Mike during the move (he happens to be a really nice guy!) i found out that they are a pretty new business thats why they don't have many reviews on Yelp so I have made it a point to let everyone know they are awesome! I would definitely use them again and have recommended them to all my friends and colleagues who are moving. Good luck moving to y'all! read more

Super careful, a fantastic team with a great attitude and super efficient packing!! Mike and his team recently moved my 3 bedroom home and did a stellar job. I am VERY VERY picky and was very worried about my beautiful freshly redone floors at my new home. I've had movers before, but I've never had movers as careful as they were. First, before we left my old house, Mike suggested to me that I stop at the store while they were having lunch and buy felt pads for the bottom of my furniture. Even though my previous home had hardwood floors, I've never had a mover recommend doing this. Not only that, the team actually put the felt pads on every single piece of furniture before they moved it into my house. They were very very careful and I was super happy about the job that they did. I don't think they could have been more careful. Mike was wonderful to work with. He was friendly, straight-forward, honest and thoughtful about all my belongings. He also did an amazing job of packing the truck. I had a lot of boxes and he managed to fit everything into the truck perfectly. The team he worked with was wonderful. They had a terrific attitude and really knew their stuff. Even after many hours of moving, they were still happy and positive: it was definitely a pleasure to work with the whole team. All in all I can't imagine a better moving experience: I highly recommend Handle with Care Movers. read more

We've moved alot over the years, so we have seen different moving companies...from small to large... Handle With Care Moving was the most efficient and smooth out of the ones we've used. The first thing I liked about them was that Mike was always available on the phone whereas other companies left their answering service to do the work. At first we were not sure how available they'd actually be b/c we had to reschedule an estimate due to their heavy business volume, but when Mike did show up, he was very professional, gave us a carbon copy of an estimate, unlike other smaller companies who gave us verbal ones initially, then asked for email addresses, etc. On the day of the move, the three men (including Mike) showed up on time, and were very professional, polite and checked with us regarding what we wanted to do w/ which furniture, etc. They helped us throw out a couple old ones, too. They were not only careful, but efficient. They finished under the estimated time. The whole cost was very reasonable, and the whole experience very smooth. The best movers we've used so far! Thanks guys! read more

I've used a few different moving companies in my time and I have to say that Handle with Care movers is by far the best. My situation was unique in that I was in the middle of constructing a new home and was ONLY allowed to move my entire 2 bedroom apartment into my small 1 car garage (mandated by the city). Mike and his crew came out and did a FANTASTIC job. Not only were they extra cautious with all my items, they were able to safely fit my entire apartment into the garage leaving pathways for the city inspectors when it came time for the final. AMAZING! A few great things about HWC movers: Punctual Mike came out to look at my apartment perfectly on time both when giving me a quote and during the move. Delicate An extremely important trait for movers. I have a near 20 year old upright Piano that I bring everywhere with me. I conveyed how important it was that this was moved right. Went into my new place without a hitch and it still sounds beautiful! Cost-efficient Mike really tries to save you money on the move. He came out to my apartment to look at all my stuff and told me about some ways I might be able to save money. He even mentioned before the job started that a tip wasn't necessary unless I really felt he did a good job. You can deduct from this review that of course I tipped him. There is a reason these guys are rated so highly, I absolutely would use again! read more

I cannot say enough good things about Handle with Care moving. They packed everything incredibly well. Nothing was broken, missing, or damaged. They were on time, polite, clean, and very well organized. My mother was there the day of the move and they were even sweet to her. Mike has moved a few friends of mine, who also have great things to say about him. My only regret re reviewing Mike is that I don't want him to be too busy the next time I move. As an aside, Mike is also an avid fisherman. As a brother fisherman, it was nice to talk to him about his passion. This also relates to moving, as he was extra careful with all of my outdoor and sporting equipment. Mike will be my first call when I move next year. read more

Mike is one of those stellar people I'm always looking for who take pride in what they do, charge a fair price, and are all around trustworthy. We had him move our 1 bedroom apartment. He took the time to come out and give me an in person estimate. He recommended that he bring a 2 man crew (himself and another guy) and that with a stop to pick up a few things it should take 4 hours. He was very clear about how much it would cost if it took longer, that he would charge per quarter hour, but that they would work their tails off to get it done in 4 hours. Well, they did. Mike showed up with Nick right on time, and those guys emptied out our apartment in no time. They worked hard! I also had no worries about my stuff, as they treated it as carefully as I would have. We stopped to pick up a refrigerator on the way to the new house, and they brought in the last few items about 5 minutes before the 4 hour mark was up! He also did not hesitate to use one of his blankets as a floor mat to keep my new floor from getting tracks on it, and just overall really did handle everything carefully. I will recommend Mike Pounders and Handle With Care Moving to anyone, these guys know how to move! read more

We recently moved into a new house. My friend recommended Handle With Care moving so we gave them a try. I was floored with how quickly and efficiently everything went. Hopefully I don't have to move for a while, but if I do I'd use these guys again in a heartbeat. They were able to get a HUGE bookcase out of my old apartment and into the new one, which was amazing. I would easily recommend them to friends and family. And now to the internet! read more

Excellent service! Vik and his two co-workers were professional, efficient, courteous, and very responsive during and before the move. They moved a 2 bd, 1 ba apartment in 3.5 hours, exactly as promised. They charge a higher hourly rate, but their efficiency saved me at least $100 over other quotes. read more

I had one tentative date set for pickup and they called to cancel 15 minutes before the pickup. Had another date set and, after I called and left a message to confirm, received no call back. Mike was very nice and seemed to want to help, but never followed through unfortunately. read more

We recently used Michael and his team for a move from Palo Alto to Menlo Park. This was the 3rd time we have used them and, like every other time, their professionalism and timeliness were impeccable. They confirmed everything in advance, showed up on time, were very flexible in helping us pack, and made the move happen quickly and without issues. The team he had was the same group that helped us earlier and were very easy to work with. They will treat you and your belongings with tremendous respect and care! read more

I don't have other movers to compare them to, but here's what I can tell you about Handle with Care moving: - They're fast, efficient, careful, friendly, and strong - They're a small local business - They moved our two bedroom house along with a garage full of stuff in about 3.5 hours total. This included a very heavy piano. - Everything was completed without a scratch. - You can sit back and relax or be involved as much as you want in the move They are infinitely better than moving stuff yourself or having your friends help you move. read more

Mike rocks and his movers were great. We did 2 moves with them. Some of his movers are better than others. Specifically, we thought Sylvian was the best. Mike cares about doing a good job, he know what he is doing and he is very fair. You can't go wrong with Handle with Care Movers. We will use them again. read more

If I could give them 6 stars, I would. Go with these guys. Why? 1. Rate is fair and inclusive - ask him, he'll tell you. No hidden b.s., no fees, no surprises. For a local move, hourly rate with 3 hour minimum. 2. He and his team work fast. These guys work hard and quick and are impressively strong. We thought the move might take at least 5 hours, maybe 6-7. Only took 4.5, for me AND my fiancee. 3. Quality - The only thing broken was a lamp head I handled; these guys packed our furniture and items with care and precision 4. Diligence - our elevator in our new apartment died on our last run. I was worried he might slowed down...NOPE, Mike and his team just started taking the stairs. Seriously, save yourself the hassle. Just call Mike. Have never been more impressed. They're just damn good at what they do. read more

Mike and his team were A+ with everything. Followed covid protocols, super careful with our furniture, very thorough and organized team. I won't look further next time I move. All their 5 star reviews are well deserved and then some. Highly recommend! Thank you guys for making a stressful situation so much easier for us! read more