California Container Moving & Transport Services
Move Your Containers Anywhere in California Or the U.S.
At Container Movers, we specialize in ground‑level pick‑up and delivery of shipping containers for homeowners, businesses and industrial customers across the Golden State. Our fleet includes sidelifters (also known as swing‑lift trucks), landoll tilt‑bed trailers and mobile cranes, allowing us to lift and set down, loaded or empty containers up to 53 ft long without the need for onsite lifting equipment. For tight residential sites or construction yards, the sidelifter can place a container exactly where you need it, saving time and money. We handle standard 20‑ and 40‑ft boxes, 45‑ and 53‑ft trailers, plus high‑cube units up to 9 ft 6 in tall. By moving your cargo in sealed containers, you reduce handling, lower theft risk, and protect goods from the elements.
California Ports & Logistics Infrastructure
California is the epicenter of U.S. container trade. The San Pedro Bay complex, comprising the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach, is the busiest container gateway in the Western Hemisphere. In 2022, the Port of Los Angeles handled about 9.9 million TEUs, while the Port of Long Beach handled over 9.1 million containers. Together, the ports account for nearly 19 million TEUs and support millions of jobs; the Port of Los Angeles alone sustains nearly 1 million California jobs and 3 million nationwide. These ports continuously invest in green infrastructure and technology. Northern California’s Port of Oakland also ranks among the top U.S. ports for containerized trade. Whether you need drayage from Los Angeles/Long Beach, Oakland or small terminals like Hueneme, we provide flexible scheduling and fast turn times.
Built for California’s Ports, Permits & Regulations
CARB & Emissions Compliance:
All transport operations comply with California Air Resources Board (CARB) truck and emissions regulations, ensuring lawful movement of containers in port-adjacent and inland air quality districts.
Port Appointment System Coordination:
We coordinate with the Ports of Los Angeles, Long Beach, and Oakland appointment systems to reduce dwell time, demurrage charges, and port congestion delays.
AB 5 & Drayage-Aware Operations:
Our California network operates within current independent contractor and drayage workforce regulations, ensuring uninterrupted container transport from port to destination.
Seismic & Terrain Considerations:
From hillside Bay Area deliveries to earthquake-conscious load planning, we account for California’s terrain and structural placement considerations during container set-down.
Agricultural & Temperature-Sensitive Moves:
We support Central Valley agricultural operations with time-sensitive container relocations, including refrigerated (reefer) container positioning during peak harvest seasons.
State Regulations & Permits
California strictly regulates oversize and overweight vehicles. A special sea‑container permit issued by Caltrans allows sealed intermodal containers to move on a four‑axle tractor and three‑axle trailer combination up to 95,000 pounds gross vehicle weight, with a maximum width of 8 ft 6 in, length of 65 ft and height of 14 ft. Without this permit, trucks must adhere to the federal 80,000‑lb GVW limit and may not exceed 8 ft 6 in wide. When planning a shipment, our permit specialists secure the necessary authorizations and choose routes that avoid low bridges or weight‑restricted roads.
Service Areas
We serve customers throughout California:
- Los Angeles & Long Beach – drayage from the San Pedro ports to warehouses and job sites in L.A. County and the Inland Empire.
- Bay Area – pick‑ups at Oakland and Richmond terminals with delivery to San Francisco, San Jose and Sacramento.
- Central Valley – container transport to Fresno, Bakersfield and agricultural operations.
- San Diego & Imperial Valley – cross‑border moves to Mexico and local delivery.
- Northern & Inland Counties – service to Redding, Eureka and along the I‑5 corridor.
![gps-point-icon[1].png](https://static.spacecrafted.com/bda5f7aa080047deb4815a39a626dc0d/i/c46dcf9ea2694ae497749b134a6b013d/2/4SoifmQpDrHbZJ6VybMjS/gps-point-icon%5B1%5D.png)
Long‑Distance & Interstate Moves
Shipping containers from California to other states? We integrate drayage, rail intermodal and over‑the‑road trucking to move your boxes cross‑country. Our network connects Los Angeles/Long Beach to major inland ports such as Chicago and Dallas, enabling cost‑efficient long‑haul moves. For heavy containers, we provide overweight permits and plan multi‑state routes that meet each jurisdiction’s axle and gross weight rules.
![icon-health-check[1].png](https://static.spacecrafted.com/bda5f7aa080047deb4815a39a626dc0d/i/c8c2c498f0674db39d02936c23eabb8e/2/4SoifmQpDrHbZJ6VybMjS/icon-health-check%5B1%5D.png){kind=icon}
Cost Factors & Equipment Options
Pricing depends on distance, container size, cargo weight and the equipment required. Short‑haul drayage within the port complex costs less than long‑distance moves to the Central Valley or out of state. Oversize permits add fees when the container’s gross weight exceeds 80,000 lbs. We carry 20‑ft, 40‑ft, 45‑ft, 48‑ft and 53‑ft containers, including high‑cube units up to 9 ft 6 in tall. Our heavy‑haul trucks handle loads that would otherwise require multiple trips, saving you money.
Customer Stories & Testimonials
Clients in Los Angeles rely on us to transfer film equipment between studio lots. In the Bay Area, we’ve delivered modular housing units to hillside sites inaccessible to traditional cranes. A Fresno agribusiness praised our ability to transport refrigerated containers quickly during harvest. These success stories demonstrate our commitment to reliability and safety.
FAQs
What container sizes can you transport?
We handle standard 20‑ft and 40‑ft containers, plus 45‑, 48‑ and 53‑ft boxes and high‑cube units.
Do you offer permit assistance?
Yes. Our team secures Caltrans sea‑container permits for overweight loads up to 95,000 lbs and ensures compliance with route‑specific rules.
How soon can I schedule a pick‑up?
Most local moves can be booked within a few days. For long‑distance or oversize shipments, contact us at least a week in advance.
Move With Confidence From Start to Finish
Whether you're relocating a single loaded container or coordinating multi-site logistics, Container Movers delivers the equipment, operational knowledge, and standardized processes required for safe, reliable container handling nationwide.
Contact our team to schedule a move or request a technical consultation.