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Hire Movers inWashington, DC
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Moving Services in Washington, DC
No matter where life takes you, MovingPlace offers tailored solutions to meet your needs—whether you're moving across town or across the country.
Local Full-Service Moving
Move with less stress with local full-service. Your professional movers will handle the loading, transporting, and unloading so you can settle into your new home with ease.
Long-Distance Moves
Save money on your long distance move. We'll drop off a semi-trailer, and you load your belongings at your pace—only pay for the square footage you use. Learn more about how long-distance moving works with MovingPlace.
Local Washington, DC Movers
MovingPlace has built partnerships with trusted, licensed movers in the Washington area—so you can book confidently, knowing your move will be handled by professionals who treat you and your belongings with care.
The Cost of Moving in Washington, DC
Your full-service moving quote covers labor to load and unload boxes and furniture, plus a truck and driver to haul everything to your new home.
Full-service moves in Washington average around $1,049.67, but timing can affect pricing. You might save money by moving on a Sunday or during December.
Check out the table below for more details on the cost of local full-service moving in Washington, DC.
| 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.
How to Save on Moving in Washington
When you book with MovingPlace, you're already on track to save—our platform works behind the scenes to match you with the mover that offers the best value for your needs. Want to save even more? You can opt for a labor-only move, a great choice if you're comfortable renting your own truck or container. It’s a bit more hands-on, but the cost savings can add up.
In Washington, DC, the average cost of labor-only move help is $393.91, compared to $1,049.67 for a local full-service move.
Customers Trust MovingPlace
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
Absolutely incredible team! So friendly, so fast and absolutely would use them again and recommend them to everyone I know!
— Delaney L.
Movers | Samuel Services
The moving team was professional and listened to my needs. I would use this service again in a heartbeat.
— Aziza T.
Movers | Moving With Pride LLC
The movers were fantastic and so kind! I would recommend them any time. They did the job so quickly and were excellent at packing my pod.
— Scott F.
Movers | All Aboard Moverz
Fantastic crew. These two were paid hourly, but worked like they were paid by the job! Packed the truck like a jigsaw puzzle and emptied it at the new house right under the wire.
— Aidan M.
Movers | Samuel Services
Quick, attentive, and hard working. Dismantled and reassembled larger pieces. Highly recommend!
— Allen C.
Movers | Prince Asong Moving
The Key Trio under lead Jay were absolutely outstanding workers: efficient, careful, skilled, courteous clean, pleasant -- nothing more could be asked of this team. Perfect job!
— Andrew W.
Movers | Key Movers
Yak did a great job. He helped us move everything out. Josh would not help with anything that didn’t go in the truck. The guys did a good job overall. If helpers won’t help move things to the dumpster your customers should know that before hiring.
— Charles H.
Movers | Moving With Pride LLC
They guys were super helpful, very patient, and finished earlier than expected. Very responsive and good with communication. Would def use again and recommend for others needing help with loading and unloading.
— Robyn B.
Movers | Moving With Pride LLC
On time, super-efficient, took great care of our things. Friendly and responsive. Would hire back and recommend highly.
— Lindsay A.
Movers | Samuel Services
They arrived within the window given. They came ready to work and got the job done quickly, professionally and with care for our furniture. Nice guys as well. 2 thumbs up!
— Megan F.
Movers | Moving With Pride LLC
Frank was amazing worker and would highly recommended him. The other worker had to leave early, but Frank still managed to pack most of the truck himself. We got an additional helper for unloading, and I would highly recommend Trey too. They came on time.
— Rachel C.
Movers | DMV Discount Moving & Cleaning
Very fast & friendly! Got it done in less time than we expected.
— Diana W.
Movers | Samuel Services
Terrific and friendly!
— Nicole Z.
Movers | Key Movers
How MovingPlace Works
If you’re moving in and around the local Washington area, you can rely on MovingPlace to make your experience as stress-free as possible.
1
Book Online in Minutes
Use our intuitive booking tool to schedule your local move. Just enter your details, select your options, and lock in your moving date—all in a matter of minutes.
2
Pack & Prepare for Moving Day
Once your booking is confirmed, it’s time to get ready. Use our helpful resources to organize and pack your belongings. And then 24 hours before your move date, you’ll get a call confirming the details of your move.
3
Relax & Let the Movers Work
On moving day, sit back and let your professional movers take care of everything. From loading and transporting to unloading at your new place, your moving team will ensure a seamless and efficient move.
4
Enjoy a Stress-Free Finish
With everything moved and unpacked, your job is done! Need help resolving any last-minute concerns? Our team is just a call away. And for extra peace of mind, every move includes our $1,000 service guarantee.
Planning Your Move in Washington, DC
After thousands of moves, we’ve learned a lot about what makes a move go smoothly. These local insights from Washington can help you plan smarter and stress less.
Avg. days booking before move
14 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
37.4%
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 Washington, DC
Customize, compare, and book your move in Washington all in one place for a streamlined, stress-free experience.
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.
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More Movers Available Near Washington, District of Columbia
We’ve got trusted local movers across District of Columbia—not just in Washington. Explore nearby cities and neighborhoods we serve.
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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.
