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New San Francisco Resident

WELCOME to San Francisco!

As a new San Francisco resident we bet you are excited to be here – or to be moving here soon! Either way, San Francisco is a great place to live and we suspect you will grow to love it for all it has to offer. Moving to the area as a brand new San Francisco resident there are a few things you need to know. We have compiled some of that information here for easy reference. One general link to have on hand is this: San Francisco City Departments & Agencies – More Below!

 

Drivers – New San Francisco Resident from Outside CA?

As a new San Francisco resident moving to California from another state with a car, there are certain things you want to have on your radar as soon as you arrive. We have a short list here and have included additional information and resource links on this page to help you tick these things off your To Do list.

  • Obtain a CA drivers licence within 10 days of moving to CA
  • Register out of state vehicles  20 days after establishing residency CA
  • Register to vote at the DMV

New San Francisco Residents DMV Link

California Driver’s Handbook

California Motorcycle Handbook

San Francisco DMV Home Page

San Francisco DMV Online Services

In the military? This is from the CA DMV website for Military Personnel –“If you hold a California driver’s license and are stationed outside of the state, you will not be required to renew your license when it expires. According to California law, as long as you call the California DMV at (916) 657-7790 and update your record, you’ll be issued a DL 236 card to carry with your California driver’s license. This card shows that your license is still valid under California law.”

 

Transportation in and Around San Francisco

As a new San Francisco resident you need to know how to get around town, navigate the public transportation system and deal with the unique joy that is parking on San Francisco streets. San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) was established in 1999 and oversees MUNI (Municipal Railway) and the Department of Parking and Traffic.

There are SO many ways to get from point A to B, including BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), CalTrain, Golden Gate Transit, Ferries going just about anywhere there is water – this link takes you to a WONDERFUL page with all sorts of helpful transportation info for new San Francisco residents. Enjoy!

 

Fun for Active New San Francisco Residents

Wow! We are an active city and it all starts with the hills we walk every day! San Francisco offers all sorts of recreation and learning resources for the new San Francisco resident ready to learn and have fun. From our vast park system here in San Francisco to our museums, galleries, concerts, universities and specialty schools, technology conferences and performing arts events, we have world-class fun, entertainment and education here in San Francisco, on the Peninsula and in the greater Bay Area. Explore them ALL!

 

What About Earthquakes?

New San Francisco residents always want to know about earthquakes! We understand. It is important that you become prepared if you are not. While infrequent, we occasionally shake. At that point we pick up the pieces and get back back to business as usual asap. Having a plan and some essentials on hand will help you do just that.

  • Wonder what you need for basic preparedness? Help making a basic kit.
  • Was that an Earthquake? Check the map and see.

 

New San Francisco Resident
We Want to Hear from YOU!

What else do YOU want to see on this page?  Drop us an email and let us know. Please put Suggestion for New San Francisco Resident in the subject line. Thank you for your ideas!

 

 

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Emails from Our Clients

Your crew was great and our overall moving experience was as easy and stress-free as one could hope. The guys were quick, efficient, professional, and courteous. If/When we ever move again, we will definitely call Cummings. Thank you!
Kate G - San Francisco & Pleasanton
Just wanted to thank you for an excellent move. The crew did a great job. I have rarely seen any group work so efficiently or professionally. I am glad that I followed my instincts about your company. Enrique did more to instill confidence and trust than the r…
Paul J R
We are the folks that had you handle two moves for us. The first move was a few things from a house in San Francisco along with a very, very full storage area in Santa Rosa. It was flawless!! The next week, your team packed, loaded and delivered (to Oregon) ou…
Jerre R & Deanne R
Thank you for your help, your men were excellent. They were prompt, professional in every way. I would not hesitate to call you or recommend your company. Once again thank you for making the move problem free.
Joe L - Daly City & South San Francisco
Hi Amy, Your team did an EXCELLENT job of moving my mom.  They were on-time, professional, worked quietly and quickly and did a thorough job.  I was very impressed and would not hesitate using your services again. Thanks so much!
Kathy L
October 2012 – After 48 years in the same house, I was not looking forward to moving. To changing locations, yes; but the actual moving of my belongings, no!  Big truck, three strangers, fast pace. Load it all up, drive 40 minutes, unload it all, try to get…
RJK – Redwood City
We we’re really impressed with your crew. First class all the way!!
Amelia S - San Mateo & San Francisco
Thanks for your nice Thank you note! I loved EVERYTHING about our move; great customer service from you, Enrique and our moving crew; NOT ONE thing was broken! Beautiful job moving that heavy sofa down the stairs everything was great. Please add us as a refere…
Hal K
Had a great experience with Cummings! The movers came to my house exactly when they said they would and efficiently moved my house to its destination without any damage to the items they moved and not even a scratch or ding on of freshly painted walls. Highly …
Anna L - San Francisco, CA
We were very impressed with our experience with Cummings. The crew arrived promptly at 8:30 and immediately started working. They worked efficiently and were very thorough about what we wanted to move and which items were not being moved. They were friendly an…
Leslie L - San Mateo
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FROM OWNERS AMY & ENRIQUE

“As owners, we are hands-on. Our ability to deliver excellent service as San Francisco movers comes from our commitment to both customer and employee. Through regular training, supervision, competitive compensation, daily attention to excellence, and deep care for our customers and their belongings, we create an environment where top-level service is second nature."

San Francisco is our home. Moving residents and businesses is our passion. Your great experience with us as San Francisco movers is our aim - Every Day.
-Amy Messinger & Enrique Palos

SAN FRANCISCO BLOG & MORE

Welcome to the San Francisco Blog!
Our San Francisco Blog is an ever-growing resource for those on the move.

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Cummings Moving Company

Since 1969 - Serving San Francisco
and the Bay Area

San Francisco (SF)
Location
415-387-4000

On the Peninsula
650-692-3000

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