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Questions about moves inside Nevada and across the California line

Moves that start and end inside Nevada run under O'Brien's Nevada Transportation Authority CPCN 1070. A move between Nevada and California crosses a state line, so it is an interstate move under federal authority.

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The state line changes the rulebook, and that is the question behind most of these answers. Local and in-state moves follow Nevada rules, while crossing into California brings in the federal rules for interstate household goods.

Inside Nevada

Does O'Brien's move households within Nevada?

Yes. Moves within Nevada run under CPCN 1070 and a tariff approved by the Nevada Transportation Authority. The details are on the moving within Nevada page.

What does CPCN mean?

CPCN stands for certificate of public convenience and necessity, the permit Nevada issues to a mover for in-state household goods moves. The CPCN entry has the definition.

How far will you go inside Nevada?

Rural Nevada is part of the service area, including Elko, Winnemucca, Lovelock and Tonopah. Elko, for example, is about 288 miles from the Sparks warehouse.

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Crossing into California

Is a move from Reno to Truckee an interstate move?

Yes. Truckee is in California, about 36 miles from Reno, so the move crosses a state line and falls under federal authority.

Which numbers cover a Nevada to California move?

U.S. DOT No. 30611 and MC-109375, both active with FMCSA for interstate household goods.

Where do I learn about the California side?

Use the Northern California moving page for Truckee, Tahoe, Susanville and Portola, and the California routes hub for longer hauls.

Estimates and paperwork

Do estimates differ for in-state and interstate moves?

Yes. Interstate estimates follow the federal binding and non-binding rules, while in-state moves follow the approved Nevada tariff. Your estimator explains which one applies to your move.

Who do I ask about my specific move?

Call 775-359-6683, Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, or ask for a free in-home estimate.

Sources (checked October 18, 2026)

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What customers say about O'Brien's

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All of the above! Have used o'briens several times in the past and always had great timely service!

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