Licensed • Insured • Trusted Since 2013
Lafayette Moving Company
Lafayette movers who match the care and quality this community expects — from hillside estates to downtown condos near the BART village.
Making Expert Moves in Lafayette
Lafayette is one of the most coveted addresses in all of Contra Costa County. The combination of excellent schools, natural beauty, small-town charm, and proximity to BART makes it perennially in demand — and that demand means residents here expect the best from every service provider, including their movers. Joshua's Moving has built a reputation in Lafayette that reflects exactly that standard.
The hillside properties above downtown Lafayette present real logistical challenges. Narrow roads, steep grades, and private driveways that weren't designed for moving trucks require careful pre-planning. We assess every address before moving day, select the right vehicle for the road, and bring crews experienced in working on uneven terrain with premium furnishings. Not every mover is willing to take the time — we consider it essential.
The Lafayette Reservoir area and Briones Regional Park foothills have some of the most scenic and secluded homes in the East Bay. Moves in these areas require coordination and creativity. Meanwhile, the downtown BART village has attracted condo development that brings its own set of logistics. We're equally at home navigating both ends of the spectrum.
Why Move to Lafayette?
Lafayette sits in a rare pocket of the Bay Area where quality of life, natural access, and community investment converge. The Lafayette Reservoir is steps from residential neighborhoods and offers hiking, fishing, and picnicking in a genuinely beautiful setting. The downtown strip along Mount Diablo Boulevard has independent restaurants, wine bars, and boutiques that generate genuine civic pride.
The Acalanes Union High School District — which serves Lafayette, Orinda, and Moraga — is one of the highest-performing in California. Miramonte, Acalanes, and Campolindo high schools all post exceptional academic outcomes. For families making a long-term housing decision around school quality, Lafayette is a consistently strong choice.
Before move day in Lafayette
Storing items on the street in Lafayette
We found no Lafayette rule written for moving trucks. Storing materials or equipment in the city right-of-way needs an Engineering encroachment permit.
- The typical fee is $247.50 plus a refundable deposit, typically $2,500. Call the inspection hotline 2 business days before starting.
Source: City of Lafayette, Encroachments, checked October 2026. Rules can change, so check with the city before move day.
Tell us about parking and any building rules when you book. If your building needs a certificate of insurance, ask and we will send it before move day. We are a licensed California household mover, permit CAL-T 0191363. See our license and insurance.
What We Do
Our Moving Services in Lafayette

Residential Moving
Expert residential moving services for the Bay Area
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Commercial Moving
Professional commercial and office moving
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Apartment Moving
Specialized apartment moving services
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PODS & Container Loading
PODS and container loading/unloading services
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Senior Moving
Compassionate senior moving services
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Intrastate Moving
California intrastate moving services
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Student Moving
Affordable student moving services
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Home Staging
Home staging moving and setup
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Kitchen Appliance Moving
Safe kitchen appliance moving
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Why Choose Joshua's Moving as Your Lafayette Movers?
Licensed household mover
California permit CAL-T 0191363 from the Bureau of Household Goods and Services. Look it up before you book.
Our own crews and trucks
Your Lafayette move is done by our own crew, arriving in one of our own branded box trucks.
1,500+ customer reviews
More than 1,500 reviews across Google and Yelp. Read them before you call.
Insurance your building can see
Ask when you book and we will send a certificate of insurance before move day, including building-specific certificates.
Local since 2013
Based in East Palo Alto and moving Bay Area customers for more than ten years.
Ready to Make Your Move?
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Lafayette Local Resources
| Resource | Phone | Address | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Lafayette | (925) 284-1976 | 3675 Mt Diablo Blvd Ste 210, Lafayette, CA 94549 | Visit |
| Contra Costa County Fire District | (925) 941-3300 | 3338 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549 | Visit |
| Lafayette Library & Learning Center | (925) 283-3872 | 3491 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549 | Visit |
| Acalanes Union High School District | (925) 280-3900 | 1212 Pleasant Hill Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549 | Visit |
| John Muir Medical Center | (925) 939-3000 | 1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 | Visit |
| Lafayette Chamber of Commerce | (925) 284-7404 | 100 Lafayette Cir Ste 103, Lafayette, CA 94549 | Visit |
| Lafayette Parks & Trails | (925) 284-1976 | 3675 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549 | Visit |
| Lafayette Post Office | (800) 275-8777 | 3526 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette, CA 94549 | Visit |