Bay Area to Reno Tahoe movers
Bay Area to Reno and Lake Tahoe movers
Moving from the Bay Area to Reno, Truckee or Lake Tahoe? Why Truckee and Reno are priced differently, I-80 over Donner Summit, and mountain access.
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California side vs Nevada side
| Truckee, Tahoe City, South Lake Tahoe (CA) | Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Incline Village (NV) | |
|---|---|---|
| Move type | Within California | Interstate |
| By weight | 3,000 lb minimum, non-binding | Minimum space reservation, non-binding |
| Extra charges at delivery | None for stairs, elevator, long carry or shuttle | Stairs, long carry, elevator and shuttle can be charged on a weight-based move |
| Delivery policy | Within 7 business days; next day with a 5,000 lb reserved truck | Up to 30 days from your first available date |
| Flat fee, reserved truck | Available on both sides: binding price, guaranteed dates, same team both ends, no accessorial charges | |
Distances
| Move | Approx. road miles | Route |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco to Truckee | 185 | I-80 |
| San Francisco to South Lake Tahoe | 190 | I-80, US-50 |
| Oakland to Reno | 210 | I-80 |
| San Francisco to Reno | 218 | I-80 |
| San Jose to Reno | 250 | I-680, I-80 |
Rounded map estimates. I-80 crosses Donner Summit at about 7,000 feet.
Every piece of furniture is fully wrapped and protected with moving blankets and tape, at no extra charge.
Same mountain, two sets of rules
Bay Area households move to Reno, Truckee and the Lake Tahoe basin for space, snow and lower costs, and we handle moves to all three. One thing to know before you plan: Truckee, Tahoe City and South Lake Tahoe are in California, while Reno, Sparks, Carson City and Incline Village are in Nevada. That one state line changes how your move is priced and how long delivery can take.
Why the reserved truck is worth a look for Reno
For a Nevada destination, a weight-based interstate move can add charges at delivery for stairs, long carries, elevators and a shuttle when the big truck cannot reach the door. Mountain and foothill homes are exactly where those come up. The flat fee for a reserved truck takes those charges off the table. You get one binding price and a truck reserved only for you, the same crew loads in the Bay Area and unloads in Nevada, and the pickup and delivery dates are guaranteed.
Winter, chains and steep driveways
From late fall to spring, Caltrans can put chain controls on I-80 over Donner Summit and on US-50 over Echo Summit, and storms can close the passes. If you are moving in winter, keep your dates a little flexible and tell us early. At the destination, Tahoe cabins and Reno foothill homes often have steep or narrow driveways and snow-covered access. Send us the address and photos of the driveway; we check the access before quoting and tell you if a shuttle is needed.
Included and payment
- Loading, unloading, furniture disassembly and reassembly, moving blankets
- No extra charge for mileage, tax or fuel; the same rate on weekends
- Free basic valuation at $0.60 per pound per article; full value protection from Baker International (bakerintl.com, mover ID 17421)
Long-distance payment is 50% on the day of pickup and 50% on delivery by cash, money order, Visa or Mastercard (3% card fee).
Questions and answers
Is a move from San Francisco to Truckee interstate?
No. Truckee, Tahoe City and South Lake Tahoe are in California, so the move is priced under California rules with no charges for stairs, elevator, long carry or shuttle.
Is a move to Reno or Incline Village interstate?
Yes. Both are in Nevada. A weight-based interstate move can include accessorial charges at delivery; a flat fee for a reserved truck does not.
How long does delivery to Reno take?
With a reserved truck the pickup and delivery dates are guaranteed. On a weight-based interstate move the policy window is up to 30 days, and West Coast deliveries average 3 to 7 days.
Do you also move from Reno to the Bay Area?
Moves into the Bay Area from Nevada are handled case by case. Call 1-877-417-6060 with the details and we will let you know.
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