--- title: Interstate Moving from Nevada with Bekins Van Lines url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/interstate-moving/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [Long-distance moving as a Bekins agent](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/) - Interstate moving from Nevada with Bekins Van Lines # Interstate moving from Nevada with Bekins Van Lines An interstate move is any household move that crosses a state line, and it runs under federal rules enforced by FMCSA. O'Brien's carries U.S. DOT No. 30611 and MC-109375 and moves interstate shipments as a Bekins Van Lines agent. or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) Many people assume a move is long distance only when it is thousands of miles. The law draws the line differently. A move from Reno to Truckee crosses into California, so it is an interstate move even though it is a short drive. The same federal consumer rules protect a shopper moving to Texas and one moving over the Sierra. ## At a glance - Federal rules apply when you cross any state line - U.S. DOT No. 30611 and MC-109375 - Bekins agent since 1955 - Weighing and paperwork explained step by step ## What makes a move interstate FMCSA regulates household goods moves between states under 49 CFR Part 375. The rules cover how a mover advertises, how it estimates, how it inventories and weighs a shipment, and what happens at delivery. O'Brien's displays its name and U.S. DOT No. 30611 as the rules require, and you can look up the record on the FMCSA SAFER site. ## The steps of the move An interstate move follows the same order each time. - An estimator visits your home, counts the contents and writes an itemized written estimate. - You choose a binding or non-binding estimate and read the FMCSA booklets the carrier must give you. - Before packing, the crew builds an inventory with a condition report that you sign. - Your shipment is weighed, and you have the right to watch the weighing or request a reweigh. - The Bekins network carries the shipment, and the bill of lading is your contract for the trip. - Delivery happens within the window on your paperwork, and you check goods against the inventory. ## Weight, estimates and the 110 percent rule Interstate moves are priced by weight. If you take a non-binding estimate, the mover may require no more than 110 percent of that estimate at delivery, and any remainder is billed later. A binding estimate sets the price for the listed goods. The guide to [the bill of lading](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/bill-of-lading-explained/) shows you what the contract says. ## Where O'Brien's fits in O'Brien's handles the Reno end of a Bekins move: the in-home estimate, packing and loading when needed, storage in Sparks, and delivery to Northern Nevada homes. Bekins was founded in 1891, and O'Brien's received the 65 Years of Service recognition in 2019. For the full picture of the relationship, see [our Bekins agent page](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/bekins-agent/). ## Protection for your goods Federal rules make full value protection the default coverage unless you choose released value in writing. Our page on [valuation coverage](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/valuation-coverage/) explains the choice, and the guide on [how to file a claim](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/how-to-file-a-moving-claim/) covers what happens if something is damaged. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [eCFR, 49 CFR Part 375 (household goods movers)](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49/subtitle-B/chapter-III/subchapter-B/part-375) - [FMCSA, Protect Your Move](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/protect-your-move) - [FMCSA SAFER company snapshot](https://safer.fmcsa.dot.gov/CompanySnapshot.aspx) ### Free in-home estimate - An O'Brien's estimator walks through your home - A written, itemized estimate - 10 free heavy-duty boxes, yours to keep [How our estimates work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/how-our-estimates-work/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [Long-distance moving as a Bekins agent](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/) - [Your rights and responsibilities when you move (FMCSA)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/your-rights-and-responsibilities/) - [How to check a mover's USDOT and MC number](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/how-to-check-a-movers-usdot-number/) - [How an interstate move works with a Bekins agent](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/how-interstate-moves-work/) Plan it ## Try it ### How far is your move? Where are you moving from (or to)? Your city Sparks, NV Interstate moves travel on the Bekins Van Lines network; O'Brien's has been a Bekins agent since 1955. [Get a long-distance estimate](#estimate)[See the route guide](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/) Popular: [Sacramento](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/sacramento-to-reno/) [Las Vegas](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-las-vegas/) [Boise](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-boise/) [Phoenix](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-phoenix/) [Portland](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/routes/reno-to-portland/) Bekins Van Lines network ## How a long-distance move works with a Bekins agent O'Brien's Moving & Storage has been an agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955. On an interstate move the Bekins network carries your shipment under the van line's interstate system; O'Brien's books the move in either direction. Leaving Northern Nevada, we give the free in-home estimate, pack, store in our Sparks warehouse if you need it, and load. Moving here from another state, you book with us and we coordinate the move from your origin through the Bekins network, then handle delivery, unpacking and storage in Sparks. Your written estimate sets the delivery window. [What being a Bekins agent means](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/bekins-agent/). Your rights on an interstate move ## Federal booklets every interstate mover must give you - [Ready to Move? Tips for a Successful Interstate Move](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/sites/fmcsa.dot.gov/files/ReadytoMoveBrochure_2022Update.pdf) (FMCSA) - [Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/sites/fmcsa.dot.gov/files/2023-10/FMCSA_R%26R_Handbook_Web_v1.pdf) (FMCSA) - [Protect Your Move](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/protect-your-move): check any mover's USDOT number. Ours is U.S. DOT No. 30611. Moving and storage services ## More services - [### Moving within Nevada (our own CPCN 1070 authority) A move that starts and ends in Nevada runs under O'Brien's own Nevada Transportation Authority certificate, CPCN 1070, from the Sparks office to anywhere in the state.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/nevada-in-state-moving/) - [### Moving to, from and around Truckee, Tahoe and Northern California O'Brien's moves households between Northern Nevada and Truckee, both shores of Lake Tahoe, Susanville, Portola and the rest of Northern California...](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/northern-california-moving/) - [### How an interstate move works with a Bekins agent O'Brien's has been a Bekins Van Lines agent since 1955, and an interstate move starts with a free in-home estimate and is priced by weight.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/how-interstate-moves-work/) - [### Local moving in Reno, Sparks and Carson City A local move with O'Brien's starts at the Sparks yard at 2277 Glendale Ave and covers Reno, Sparks, Carson City, the Carson Valley, Truckee and Lake Tahoe.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/local-moving/) - [### Long-distance moving as a Bekins agent O'Brien's has been a Bekins Van Lines agent since 1955, so a long-distance move from Reno or Sparks travels in the Bekins network and is priced by weight.](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/long-distance-moving/) - [### Commercial and office moving O'Brien's moves offices, warehouses, laboratories and records rooms around Reno and Sparks, with on-site move management and crews that work...](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/commercial-moving/) Answers ## Interstate moving from Nevada with Bekins Van Lines questions Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### Is Reno to Lake Tahoe California an interstate move? A move that ends on the California shore crosses the state line, so it runs under federal interstate authority. ### Who carries my shipment? The Bekins network carries it. O'Brien's handles the Reno end. ### Can I watch my shipment being weighed? Yes. Federal rules give you the right to observe weighing and to request a reweigh. ### Do I get an inventory? Yes. The crew prepares an inventory with a condition report that you sign before packing is complete. ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) T Tommy B. August 21, 2026 Great local business. Very family oriented with highly knowledgeable staff with remarkable employees going the extra mile. If you need a moving service for any reason, go here. ### Owner's reply Thanks Tommy appreciate you giving us a review. R Robert B. June 22, 2026 The movers were very professional and took care of my stuff there were no worries and stress free amazing job. J Janet M. May 16, 2026 I was so impressed with the way the crew handled and packed each piece of furniture for short term storage. They were polite and professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone planning a move. ### Owner's reply Janet we are so glad to hear that your move was a great success and we sincerely appreciate you providing us with this wonderful review. We will continue to provide you with the best service as we move forward. ## Get your free, in-home moving estimate An estimator visits, walks through everything and gives you a written, itemized estimate. Rather talk? [Call 775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Our estimators: Sean, Luke, Christa and Janet. 2277 Glendale Ave Sparks, NV 89431 [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 U.S. DOT No. 30611 · MC-109375 · Nevada CPCN 1070