
The Ultimate Moving Checklist and 2-Month Timeline for a Stress-Free Move
This guide breaks down exactly what to do and when, with week-by-week tasks that keep you organized and ready for a smooth transition.
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Full-service moves in Chapel Hill average around $1,067.39, but timing can affect pricing. You might save money by moving on a Friday or during November.
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.
Check out the table below for more details on the cost of local full-service moving in Chapel Hill, NC.
| Move Size | Average Cost | Number of Movers | Number of Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | $838.95 | 2 movers | 5 hours |
| Medium | $1,137.57 | 3 movers | 6 hours |
| Large | $1,613.30 | 3 movers | 7 hours |
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.
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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.
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 Chapel Hill, NC, the average cost of labor-only move help is $407.94, compared to $1,067.39 for a local full-service move.
Polite, professional and efficient
— Christopher D.
Movers | Irongate Movers LLC
Malcolm and Robert worked very hard in the rain, around a repairman in my apartment and around a neighborhood gas leak with evavuated folks packed in my building. Hats off to them. They are very personable and were a big hit with other residents here. A bit more training in moving, like making sure boxes are right side up would take them up to top notch! Nothing was damaged in my move and Malcolm and Robert were very generous in their work ethic. Thank you gentlemen.
— Carol S.
Movers | Loaders Moving
Excellent job. On time and got it done
— Caleb S.
Movers | Tip Top Movers
Tip Top Movers were exceptional. Efficient, helpful, professional guys that took great care of the things we moved. I’d recommend them to anyone relocating in the Triangle Area.
— Jon S.
Movers | Tip Top Movers
Excellent work! They took good care of my home and my belongings. They worked fast and efficiently and got way more done in the time I hired them for than I expected would be possible. Highly recommend this team.
— Sebastian G.
Movers | Tip Top Movers
The movers were great! There’s a heat wave in NC right now and they muscled through it. Helped put some furniture together and did the move in the allotted time. Appreciate these guys and would use them again!
— Samantha B.
Movers | We Haul Movers
This was our second day in a row that we were fortunate to have Sam and Jesse unloading two more pods of boxes and furniture into our home. They were joined by a third worker Josh who was also a great hardworking mover. Despite the second day of brutal heat, they maintained their calm, helpful and positive spirit, taking excellent care of our items and working efficiently. These guys are AWESOME! Thank you for the memorable service and professionalism!
— Barry B.
Movers | We Haul Movers
Sam and Jesse were FANTASTIC! They called ahead and arrived at the time promised. They were professional and super hard-working on this incredibly hot day. They were courteous and efficient and took excellent care or all of our items, especially as they maneuvered heavy furniture up the stairs. We are so grateful to both of them for their care and excellence!
— Barry B.
Movers | We Haul Movers
These guys are fantastic! Arrived 10 minutes early and efficiently moved me into a new apartment in no time. They were careful with everything and more than professional. Will use again!
— Stephanie R.
Movers | Tip Top Movers
Very experienced movers!
— Jie S.
Movers | Tip Top Movers
These guys are great, they arrived on time. Did their job without any kind of delays with cordiality professionalism and good care of our stuff. Thanks.
— Jose A.
Movers | Hands 2 Hands
Excellent and fast service. Would highly recommend!!
— Genesis R.
Movers | Tip Top Movers
This is the 2nd time I’ve used Guzman Services. They were excellent - arrived on time, were polite and courteous, and got right to work. They showed respect for my belongings and displayed care for the work they did. I would definitely use their services again.
— Susan W.
Movers | Guzman Moving & Storage
Student who has moved a lot for college/grad school. Fastest I’ve had and took care of everything with no broken items. Would highly recommend.
— Mya F.
Movers | Irongate Movers LLC
I can't believe how awesome this crew was. We've hired several crews from this site over the last few years, and by far this was one of the best if not the best. They unpacked a 26 foot moving van and a 16 foot container -- that's 42 feet x 8 x 8 feet ... packed with stuff of varying shapes and sizes, weight, and delicateness, within the time window, and exactly as we'd instructed. If we needed to, they would've unwrapped and reassembled stuff for me, but I had that well in hand and prefer to do it myself. I know that these guys do it every day, but after dealing with some less than stellar crews in this same move, we're very, very happy with the service we received.
— Rebecca K.
Movers | Irongate Movers LLC
Calvin and Trey were great! Super fun and helpful! Would definitely recommend!
— Frannie G.
Movers | Key Movers LLC
Amazing young men!
— Cynthia F.
Movers | Full Faith Movers
Excellent, efficient, skillful service. They didn't require any assistance from us which was great.
— Nisitha S.
Movers | Key Movers LLC
Very kind and courteous - got everything moved very quickly and with great care!
— Hannah A.
Movers | We Haul Movers
Great job
— Denny D.
Movers | Tip Top Movers
They were very polite, respectful of which piles went in certain locations, and were effective and careful with my belongings. Would definitely recommend!
— Kelsey C.
Movers | Irongate Movers LLC
They were super efficient, fast, helpful and polite. Best money I have ever spent on moving and the process to book them was very streamlined and easy. They were communicative leading up to their arrival. Would definitely do it again and recommend.
— Yasamin S.
Movers | Hands 2 Hands
Most wonderful movers I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with!! They were very professional and friendly, and provided very helpful advice on how and what can be stored. Highly recommend for anyone
— Angela L.
Movers | Tip Top Movers
They were on time and extremely efficient. The move went smoothly and we appreciated all the hard work.
— Miracle L.
Movers | Full Faith Movers
Both Leon and William did a great job on unloading my stuff. They are very friendly and professional on moving my furniture and belongings. I would highly recommend this crew!!
— Lin C.
Movers | Second's Movers
CJ and Elliott were awesome. They did a great job in loading and unloading. Very professional and friendly
— Jasper R.
Movers | Full Faith Movers
They arrived on time and came with equipment. They were speedy to load the truck and packed it really good. Nothing shifted during the 10hr drive.
— Angela O.
Movers | Tip Top Movers
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After thousands of moves, we’ve learned a lot about what makes a move go smoothly. These local insights from Chapel Hill can help you plan smarter and stress less.
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This guide breaks down exactly what to do and when, with week-by-week tasks that keep you organized and ready for a smooth transition.

In most cases, the stress comes from not having a solid plan or not knowing the right strategies to make a move easier.

This page is your go-to roadmap for a more organized, less stressful move.

This guide makes the process easier. We’ll walk you through exactly who to notify and what to update so nothing gets missed.