Hire Movers in District of Columbia

Looking to book a local move in District of Columbia? MovingPlace connects you with trusted full-service movers so you can book quickly and confidently. If you're heading across the state (or even across the country) we also offer a flexible long-distance solution that helps you save big.

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Trusted Movers Across District of Columbia

We’ve built a network of licensed, trusted movers throughout District of Columbia, making it easy to find reliable help no matter where you're moving.

Trusted Movers Across District of Columbia

We’ve built a network of licensed, trusted movers throughout District of Columbia, making it easy to find reliable help no matter where you're moving.

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The Cost of Local Moves in District of Columbia

Wondering how much a local move costs? Below you can find the average costs of moving in District of Columbia, based on the size of your move.

Move Size	Average Cost	Number of Movers	Number of Hours
Small	$920.26	2 movers	4 hours
Medium	$1,238.02	3 movers	5 hours
Large	$1,718.78	3 movers	7 hours

Cost Analysis Methodology

MovingPlace uses data from thousands of real moves to estimate costs in your area. We combine our first-party data and proprietary methodology to analyze national trends and adjust for local market factors—providing you a reliable estimate for your move. Learn more about the methodology for our local moving cost averages.

Our move sizes are defined as:

Small: Studio, 1, and 2 bedroom apartments
Medium: 3 bedroom apartments, 2 and 3 bedroom homes
Large: 4+ bedroom homes

Keep in mind: many factors can affect the actual cost of your move—like the time of year, current demand, number of stairs, heavy items, and more. The best way to get accurate pricing for your specific move is to use our simple, 3-step quote tool. You can compare pricing from multiple providers, customize your move, and ultimately book the mover that best fits your needs.

Customers Trust MovingPlace

With MovingPlace, you get an affordable, hassle-free way to move long distance—without ever setting foot behind the wheel.

Very professional, did a good job loading the truck

— Sarah C.

Movers | Vicky Lu's Moving & Hauling LLc

Professional and well organized. Highly recommend

— Bertha B.

Movers | Great Movers LLC

Great! They were super patient putting all of our furniture back together.

— Laura B.

Movers | FRANCIS MOVING & HAULING SERVICE LLC

Excellent service and staff

— Andres J.

Movers | FRANCIS MOVING & HAULING SERVICE LLC

All Aboard Moverz were fantastic! Efficient, kind, careful. I’m so grateful we hired them. We’ve moved 6 times in 7 years and this is by far the easiest. Thank you AAM!

— Danielle M.

Movers | All Aboard Moverz

The guys were great with bad weather and a busy day

— Craig F.

Movers | Moving With Pride LLC

They were great. Couldn't recommend them more!

— John C.

Movers | Moving With Pride LLC

I couldn't be more impressed with the service I received from Taven and Terrence at The Corporation Movers LLC. They exceeded every expectation! They arrived right on time and came fully equipped and ready to work, with all the necessary tools and materials to handle the job professionally. These guys worked incredibly hard and efficiently - what I thought would take all day, they completed early without cutting any corners. Their dedication and hustle were truly impressive. Taven and Terrence were extremely respectful of both my property and my belongings, handling everything with care and treating my furniture as if it were their own. Their customer service was absolutely top-tier - friendly, communicative, and accommodating. When I needed to make some schedule adjustments, they were incredibly flexible and worked with me to make it happen without any hassle. I would absolutely use them again without hesitation! The Corporation Movers LLC has earned a customer for life. If you're looking for reliable, professional movers who genuinely care about providing excellent service, look no further. Taven and Terrence are the real deal! Highly recommend! 10/10 and I'm a tough reviewer.

— Connie B.

Movers | The Corporation Movers LLC

Prompt, efficient, responsive

— Luke P.

Movers | DMV Discount Moving & Cleaning

Efficient! In & out in record time!

— Arnisha B.

Movers | Prestige Laborers

Excellent Reduced all my stress

— Victoria G.

Movers | Step By step logistics

Guy and Guillsume were great! We will hire them again.

— Dennise D.

Movers | Prince Asong Moving

Amazing work! Did the job much faster than expected and so professional

— Maria R.

Movers | DMV Discount Moving & Cleaning

The guys were very professional and got the job done fast, will use again!

— Carly S.

Movers | The Corporation Movers LLC

They were great! On time and efficient. I needed an extra hour of help, and there was no problem with that. Very friendly as well. I definitely recommend!

— Trevor B.

Movers | FRANCIS MOVING & HAULING SERVICE LLC

The gentleman were excellent. They were professional, worked quickly and were kind. I would use the service again.

— Laurette E.

Movers | Prince Asong Moving

Alex & Mike helped me with a rushed move out in a logistically difficult situation and were excellent. They were professional throughout and helped me get through the move with a great attitude. Highly recommend!

— Juan D.

Movers | Step By step logistics

They were awesome, done within two hours!

— Alex A.

Movers | FRANCIS MOVING & HAULING SERVICE LLC

They did a great job and packed the truck really well! They were patient with a delayed truck and broken elevator. They were professional and pleasant!

— Jennifer M.

Movers | Samuel Services

Darryl and Marc with All Aboard Moverz were wonderful help - they showed up early, finished on time, and were highly professional throughout the unloading process. Would definitely work with them again on future moves. Of note, I had to schedule my HHG drop-off with about 24 hours notice - All Aboard helped turn everything into a pain-free transition into my new home.

— Walter B.

Movers | All Aboard Moverz

This team was fantastic. They arrived on time, moved carefully and quickly, and everything arrived in great shape. Our order picked up belongings in two separate places, and they handled the logistics well. I cannot recommend this team enough.

— Keith M.

Movers | Prince Asong Moving

I would definitely use them again. They were courteous and prompt. They arrived 10 min early which was awesome. My only recommendation is that they bring a drill next time so they can take apart beds etc faster but other than that everything was great! I had a very positive experience.

— Brittany L.

Movers | Prince Asong Moving

Incredible movers. Professional, extremely efficient. Made the move so easy. Have recommend to all friends and family planning a move. Will 100% hire from this company again cause of this team. 6 stars. 100 stars. 1 millions.

— Conner R.

Movers | Prestige Laborers

They were on time and worked hard.

— Michael B.

Movers | Moving With Pride LLC

They were early, very professional and efficient!! Best movers.

— Barbara B.

Movers | Prestige Laborers

Ali and the team from Best Movers were outstanding. They arrived in time and moved expeditiously and with care to move everything from our temporary rental to our new home in DC. There were plenty of stairs, boxes, bins, some heavy furnishings for a three bedroom home as well as fragile items, musical instruments and more. After assessing what needed to be moved, Ali quickly gave us an outline of estimated additional time, personnel and cost, which fit into our budget and made sense for the size of the move. Nothing was damaged and everything was safely and securely removed, loaded in the truck, delivered and set up as needed. We highly recommend Best Movers and plan to contact them to move our baby grand piano out of storage.

— Sandra G.

Movers | Best Movers VA

They were on time and very personable. They unloaded my POD and even help me discover some of the issues with my POD container!

— Robert L.

Movers | All Aboard Moverz

Planning Your Move in District of Columbia

After thousands of moves, we’ve learned a lot about what makes a move go smoothly. These insights from real moves in District of Columbia can help you plan smarter and stress less.

Avg. days booking before move

12 days

Booking early helps secure your preferred mover and time slot.

Busiest month to move

August

Tip: If you must move during peak season, book well in advance!

% of moves on the weekend

60.9%

Tip: Plan your move on a weekday to save money.

Avg. move duration

4 hours

Most local moves wrap up in a few hours, but stairs, packing, or traffic can add time.

The Full-Service Advantage in District of Columbia

Customize, compare, and book your move in District of Columbia all in one place for a streamlined, stress-free experience.

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Move Details Tailored to You

Simply enter your move details and our Smart Match Technology will create a tailored move plan for you.

Compare Multiple Providers

Access multiple vetted providers, compare offerings side-by-side, and find the best match.

Manage Your Move with Ease

Easily schedule, manage, and track your move online, all from the convenience of one platform.

One-stop shop for everything you need for the perfect move

We combine technology, trusted movers, and a customer-first approach to deliver a seamless, secure, and smart moving experience.

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Damage Coverage

Included

Rest easy knowing that your belongings are protected with built-in damage coverage.

Heavy Items

Included

Specialized equipment and expert handling ensure your heavy items are moved with care.

Dollys/Straps

Included

We provide the right tools for the job, including dollys and straps to keep everything secure during your move.

Hand Tools

Included

Dissasembly? Our movers bring hand tools to handle those small tasks on moving day.

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The Modern Way to Move, Stress-Free

MovingPlace partners only with licensed and thoroughly vetted movers. Each provider undergoes background checks and meets high standards of quality and reliability. You can move with confidence, knowing your belongings are in trusted hands.

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