Business Details
43 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Moving Partner in San Francisco
Founded in 1983 by Fred Wallace, One Big Man & One Big Truck Moving has established itself as a trusted leader in the moving industry. With over four decades of experience, our team of professionals brings unmatched expertise in handling single-item moves, residential relocations, commercial moves, and emergency services. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our recognition as 'San Francisco's Best' by 7x7 Magazine and our dedication to community involvement through volunteer activities. We prioritize honesty, simplicity, and hard work, ensuring every move is executed with precision and care.Our services span San Francisco, Marin, East Bay, and San Mateo areas, offering tailored solutions for both individuals and businesses. From packing and loading to transportation and unloading, we provide a seamless experience with free protective materials and specialized handling for delicate items. Our team's extensive training ensures compliance with the highest standards of safety and efficiency, making us the preferred choice for stress-free relocations.
Services
Single Item Moves
Residential Relocations
Same Building Moves
Small Office Moves
Storage Transfers
Same Day Pack & Move
Apartment Moving
Emergency Moving
Furniture Disassembly
Loading Services
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in the moving industry
- Our team offers 24/7 emergency moving services
- We provide free quilted moving pads and plastic wrap for all moves
- We serve over 50 cities in California
- Our specialists handle delicate items with care
Services
Single Item Moves
Our Single Item Moves service specializes in transporting large, bulky items like furniture and appliances. With trained professionals and specialized equipment, we ensure safe handling of items up to 300lbs. We provide free quilted moving pads and plastic wrap for protection during transit. Our team navigates tight spaces and staircases with precision, making this service ideal for urban environments.
Residential Relocations
Residential Relocations cover full home moves with customizable plans for apartments, houses, and townhouses. We offer packing/unpacking services, furniture disassembly/reassembly, and secure transportation. Our four-step process includes pre-move planning, professional packing, careful loading, and precise unloading at your new location. Competitive rates include no hidden fees for a transparent moving experience.
Same Day Pack & Move
Same Day Pack & Move service handles emergency relocations with immediate availability. Our team can complete full apartment moves within 24 hours, including same-day packing, loading, transportation, and unloading. This service is ideal for unexpected moves, with flexible scheduling available seven days a week to accommodate urgent needs.
Apartment Moving
Apartment Moving Services address space constraints in urban environments. Our specialists handle studio to four-bedroom apartment moves with careful navigation of narrow hallways and elevators. We provide free protective materials and offer furniture disassembly/reassembly. The service includes systematic packing strategies to maximize space efficiency during transportation.
Storage Transfers
Storage Transfers ensure secure transportation to and from storage facilities. Our team uses specialized packing techniques for long-term protection of household goods and office equipment. We handle inventory organization, climate-sensitive item handling, and efficient space utilization in storage units. The service includes careful loading/unloading to prevent damage during transfers.
People
Fred Wallace
Founder
Fred Wallace founded One Big Man & One Big Truck Moving in 1983. With over four decades of industry experience, he established the company's core values of honesty and hard work. His leadership has driven the company's expansion while maintaining its commitment to exceptional service quality.
Paul DuBois
Partner
Paul DuBois joined as partner, contributing to fleet expansion and operational growth. With 30+ years in logistics management, he developed the company's efficient moving processes and quality control systems. His expertise ensures consistent service delivery across all operations.
Wolfgang Matt
Partner
Wolfgang Matt co-founded the company with Fred Wallace. He focused on team development and customer service standards. With a background in business operations, he implemented training programs that maintain the company's high service benchmarks across all moving specialists.
Questions
How do you protect fragile items during moves?
We use free quilted moving pads, plastic wrap, and specialized packing techniques for fragile items. Our trained team secures all belongings to prevent movement during transit.
Do you offer emergency moving services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency moving services with immediate availability for urgent relocations across the Bay Area.
Can you move large office equipment?
Our team handles office equipment including servers, printers, and large furniture. We use specialized equipment for safe transportation of items up to 300lbs.
What packing materials do you provide?
We offer free quilted moving pads, plastic wrap, mattress bags, and wardrobe boxes. Additional packing supplies are available for purchase.
How quickly can you complete a move?
Same-day moves complete within 24 hours. Standard residential moves typically require 6-12 hours depending on property size and distance.
Do you move specialty furniture?
Yes, we handle disassembly/reassembly of complex furniture. Our team protects all wood and upholstered items during transportation.
