Local Movers in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC
Local move is a move that is within a 100-mile radius and state of origin. Many factors can affect the cost of a local move. Such as:
- How ready are you when the movers arrive?
- Are all of yourbelongings packed?
- How close can the truck park to your home?
- Any hard-to-move items?
- How much packing, unpacking and furniture placement would you like the movers to do for you?
The more information you provide your mover perior to your move date, the better your chances are of having a smooth move within your budget, We are a full-service moving and storage company. You can walk out the door, leave the packing up to us and we can take it from there. Or, you can pack your own belongings and leave the boxes by your front door and we can easily load them on the truck for you and unload them in your new home. Based on the information you will provide us, we can determine the right number of professional movers to get the job done just the way you want it. And just a reminder, the more information you give us, the easier your move can be. Moving charges are deterimed by the following five elements: Labor, Trucks, Packing Materials, Travel Time, and Valuation/insurance.
- Labor - You pay an hourly rate for each member of your moving crew. The clock starts when the movers arrive at your front door and it stops when they complete their work at your new home.
- Trucks - You pay an hourly rate for each truck used for your move. Keep in mind that you will need a truck that has been specifically designed to move household goods.
- Packing Materials - You pay for the exact cost of boxes and other packing materials provided by the mover during the move.
- Valuation/Insurance - You pay a basic fee to insure your belongings, in case of any damage that may occur during the move.
The chart below will help you get an idea of how many house the movers it should take to complete your move:
| Type of Move | Sq. Feet | # of Movers | Loading | Driving | Unloading | Total Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 450 | 2 | 1 1/2 Hrs | 1/2 Hrs | 1 Hrs | 2 - 4 Hrs |
| 1 Bed Apt | 700 | 2 | 2 1/2 Hrs | 1/2 Hrs | 1 1/2 Hrs | 3 - 5 Hrs |
| 2 Bed Apt | 900 | 3 | 2 1/2 Hrs | 1/2 Hrs | 1 1/2 Hrs | 4 - 6 Hrs |
| 2 Bed House | 1100 | 3 | 3 1/2 Hrs | 1/2 Hrs | 2 Hrs | 5 - 7 Hrs |
| 3 Bed House | 1750 | 4 | 4 1/2 Hrs | 1/2 Hrs | 3 Hrs | 6 - 9 Hrs |
| Larger | 5000+ | 6+ | 6+ Hrs | 1/2+ Hrs | 3 1/2+ Hrs | 8 - 12+ Hrs |
