
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 Alexandria average around $1,049.67, but timing can affect pricing. You might save money by moving on a Monday or during September.
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 Alexandria, VA.
| Move Size | Average Cost | Number of Movers | Number of Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | $937.10 | 2 movers | 5 hours |
| Medium | $1,245.61 | 3 movers | 6 hours |
| Large | $1,672.19 | 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 Alexandria, VA, the average cost of labor-only move help is $393.91, compared to $1,049.67 for a local full-service move.
These guys did a fantastic job - on-time and responsive; booked for two hours but they finished well before with time to spare. They both had attention to detail and made sure to get the job done right. Very pleased with the service.
— Edmund N.
Movers | The Corporation Movers LLC
They were so nice! I was also extremely impressed by their efficiency. They moved so quickly, but that speed in no way damaged or poorly affected my things. Very grateful for their help, as they made the process stress-free for me. Thank you! :)
— Elizabeth A.
Movers | Prestige Laborers
Excellent work. Prompt and very fast workers. I would highly recommend Wualter and team.
— Mary I.
Movers | Samuel Services
Thank you Ro And Marquis! Efficient, careful, kind!
— Sarah D.
Movers | DMV Discount Moving & Cleaning
They came at the last minute they did a fantastic job. They were very helpful. They were making good suggestions. We were in a panic situation and Francis and and God willing, saved our asses. We could not be more appreciative of their hard work.
— Alan H.
Movers | FRANCIS MOVING & HAULING SERVICE LLC
Everything was great.
— Karen A.
Movers | Prince Asong Moving
They were kind and very efficient. Would definitely recommend.
— Chloe M.
Movers | Prestige Laborers
Great job done by this group. Would hire again.
— Adrian C.
Movers | Step By step logistics
Excellent experience! Jose and Jorge were very friendly, efficient and careful with our items. Would use them again! Highly recommend!
— Kim G.
Movers | Samuel Services
Great group to use for a moving job! Handled everything with care, were timely, and were personable! Would definitely use them again!
— Mark H.
Movers | MBK Moving &Hauling
Alex and Team! Five star treatment!
— Angel G.
Movers | Step By step logistics
Came between the times I needed, wrapped everything well and used bubblewrap I provided for my glass cabinet and wrapped up the shelves like I asked. Parallel parked on the street very proficiently to move my things.
— Felicity V.
Movers | Prince Asong Moving
Awesome crew. Very experienced. Careful and attentive to our furniture and packed boxes. Beyond the call of duty and expectation. Thank you!!!
— Travis S.
Movers | DMV Discount Moving & Cleaning
Amazing, on time, helpful, courteous, and extremely professional. I would use them again and over. They made my difficult move go smoothly
— Anne D.
Movers | Prestige Laborers
Boris and his team were absolutely amazing! Professional, on time, incredibly fast and kind. I would recommend them to anyone for a small move or large move.
— Whitney M.
Movers | Marco Polo Pro Moving
They were on time and did a great job. We would hire them again.
— Hannah B.
Movers | Prestige Laborers
This is one of the best services I’ve ever received. Very professional and hard-working individuals.
— Eduardo M.
Movers | Step By step logistics
Z and Anthony were amazing. Friendly, fast and amazing work! Thank you!!!
— Andrea R.
Movers | DMV Discount Moving & Cleaning
Excellent crew. The older gentleman was fantastic and the younger one was very good. Easy to work with and got the job done on time. I would highly recommend them for another move.
— Michael M.
Movers | Moving With Pride LLC
Great guys, on time and very thorough.
— Eugene K.
Movers | All Aboard Moverz
Great service! Extremely polite crew that worked hard the entire time. Unloaded a packed 15’ U-Haul in a timely manner, hard work. Would recommend.
— Michael M.
Movers | Step By step logistics
Waulter and the team from Samuel Services were absolutely outstanding. They showed up right on time, communicated clearly from start to finish (including a pre-arrival call and check-ins during the move), and worked incredibly hard the entire time. They were prepared, efficient, and handled all our belongings with care—not a single piece of furniture was damaged. When another resident unexpectedly took over the loading dock during our scheduled time, they stayed patient and flexible without missing a beat. Waulter and his crew were professional, respectful, and an absolute pleasure to work with. I will definitely be hiring them again in the future. Highly recommended!
— Joseph L.
Movers | Samuel Services
They arrived within the window and got right to work. They were respectful and efficient and finished ahead of schedule.
— Patrick C.
Movers | Prince Asong Moving
They were professional and fast. Would recommend!
— Walter G.
Movers | Samuel Services
They were on time, pleasant, worked great together, did everything we asked. Would highly recommend them.
— Lori G.
Movers | Samuel Services
Super friendly, the most efficient movers I've seen. They knocked out a fully loaded 26' UHaul in 2.5 hours. Would highly recommend.
— Grayson P.
Movers | DMV Discount Moving & Cleaning
The guys did a wonderful job! Highly recommend them for your next move. They are very personable, efficient, and punctual. They made the process look so easy and were so quick about everything, even with the limitations our building posed for them. We were so grateful that they took the job, would definitely hire them again! Thanks guys!
— Tayler M.
Movers | Step By step logistics
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After thousands of moves, we’ve learned a lot about what makes a move go smoothly. These local insights from Alexandria 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.