Who regulates moving companies? Actually, for every state local regulations that apply vary. This guide will give you the complete information on moving companies regulations and permits for the US different states.
The information is arranged alphabetically. Find the state you are moving within and check on moving company registration!
Alabama
Alabama moving companies are required to have an APSC registration number to operate legitimately.
Agency: Public Service Commission, Transportation Division
City: Montgomery
Address: 100 N Union St, RSA Union, AL 36104
Phone: 334-242-5980
Web: http://www.psc.alabama.gov/
The Alabama Public Service Commission ensures a regulatory balance between companies and consumers in order to sustain consumers with safe and reliable services.
California
When contacting local California moving companies, make sure to check their Cal-T number issued by the California Public Utilities Commission.
Agency: California Public Utilities Commission
City: San Francisco
Address: SSRS Unit 505, Van Ness Avenue, 94102-3298
Phone: 800-848-5580
Web: http://www.cpuc.ca.gov/puc/
The CPUC controls privately owned electric, natural gas, telecommunications, water, railroad, rail transit, along with passenger transportation companies.
Florida
Any person who is involved in intrastate/local moving has to register annually with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Consumer Services. This includes any person/company that transports household goods for profit within Florida. The Bureau of Compliance is the responsible regulatory authority that manages Intrastate Movers.
Agency: The Division of Consumer Services, Bureau of Compliance
City: Tallahassee
Address: Terry Rhodes Building, 2005 Apalachee Parkway, 32399-6500
Phone: 800-435-7352
Web: http://www.800helpfla.com
Illinois
Moving company regulations in Illinois are set by the Commerce Commission. Moving Companies engaged in the transportation of household goods must obtain a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity from the Illinois Commerce Commission. If you are looking for a local mover to move you within the state, book only with a registered IL movers.
Agency: Illinois Commerce Commission
City: Springfield
Address: 527 East Capitol Avenue, 62701
Phone: 800-524-0795
Web: http://www.icc.illinois.gov/
Massachusetts
In order to legitimately operate in Massachusetts, moving companies must be licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities. Movers licensed by the MDPU are obliged to carry a minimum amount of cargo insurance. Plus, movers are also required to file a Tariff pointing the rates charged for the moving services the company provides.
Agency: Massachusetts Department Of Public Utilities, Transportation Oversight Division
City: Boston
Address: 1 South Station, 02110
Phone: 617-305-3559
Web: www.mass.gov/dpu/transportation
New York
Moving companies in New York are regulated by the New York State Department of Transportation. To verify whether movers are licensed and insured, call (800) 786-5368, or e-mail at nymoving@dot.state.ny.us.
Agency: New York State Department of Transportation
City: Albany
Address: 50 Wolf Road, 12232
Phone: (518) 457-6195
Web: https://www.dot.ny.gov
Texas
By law, Texas movers must be licensed with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicle and acquire TxDMV Number (10 digits) to operate as a legitimate business. If you are looking for local Texas movers, check the Texas moving company regulations and make sure you work with registered ones.
Agency: Texas Department of Motor Vehicle
City: Austin
Address: 4000 Jackson Ave., 78731
Phone: 888-368-4689
Web: http://www.txdmv.gov
Texas State law requires moving companies to apply for and acquire a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity from the Nevada Transportation Authority to operate as a legitimate business. But in order to obtain the certificate, a person must prove that he “will not unreasonably and adversely affect other carriers operating in the territory”. And, this rule might serve as a barrier for new companies to enter the market. As a result this creates the environment for possible speculations with the price of the moving services.
Pennsylvania
The Public Utility Commission is the authority that regulates the moving companies in Pennsylvania. According to PA Public Utility Commission, household carriers have to comply with certain safety and insurance rules in order to acquire the proper license. Here is a list of Pennsylvania registered companies.
Agency: Public Utility Commission
City: Harrisburg
Address: 400 North Street, Keystone Bldg.
Phone: 800-692-7380
Web: http://www.puc.state.pa.us
For more information, please read about the DOT website – Protect Your Move – a government service created to raise awareness about the movers best practices, licensing information and moving tips.
