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.

Real Experiences From Verified Bookings

Really great experience!!! They were so fast and had amazing energy. Would love to work with them again!

— Heather Y.

Movers | Key Movers

Fantastic work, no issues at all. On time and very friendly, great with the furniture. Would recommend!

— Timothy O.

Movers | Key Movers

Great job!

— Don C.

Movers | Great Movers LLC

My moving experience was exceptional! They arrived in the window and let me know about their arrival time. It was very rainy this morning, and it didn’t affect the move at all. I moved out of a 1 bedroom apartment with an elevator and into the top floor of a row home, so they had to walk up 3 flights of stairs with everything. They loaded and unloaded all of my boxes and bags, wrapped my furniture, packaged my TVs, and handled it all so well! It was quite a lot of things. My couch needed the feet taken off and the door removed to get it in my apartment, which they did with no complaints. They were excellent. I would absolutely hire them again!!!

— Paxton W.

Movers | FRANCIS MOVING & HAULING SERVICE LLC

Professional crew, great work, took great care of me and my belongings. Highly recommend them!

— Analisa A.

Movers | FRANCIS MOVING & HAULING SERVICE LLC

Did a very good job, thorough. Were flexible and professional. Unloaded the moving cubes and also unpacked all the boxes and assembled items as needed. Very satisfied with their work.

— Maxwell W.

Movers | All Aboard Moverz

Did a great job very efficient

— Teddy C.

Movers | FRANCIS MOVING & HAULING SERVICE LLC

Kendall is excellent. Communicative, clear, experienced, reliable. We had an issue with our truck after it had been loaded up by the movers, and Kendall came and personally inspected it and worked it out with us in a generous, considerate, and timely way. He has a real commitment to doing the job as promised, and doing it well. We HIGHLY recommend him and his team.

— Hannah J.

Movers | Prestige Laborers

Great job. Did everything and more. Very, very helpful. Will definitely use again. You should HIRE these guys!

— Maxwell W.

Movers | Step By step logistics

They were extremely fast and efficient!! Very respectful and kind, helped me put everything exactly where I needed it!

— Kheyana M.

Movers | Key Movers

Great service! Efficient with their packing and super friendly. Highly recommended.

— Elliott C.

Movers | Prestige Laborers

There was a mishap with phone numbers which was resolved quickly! The 2-Js were amazing and FAST. They were amazing and careful. Love them!

— Norah M.

Movers | Key Movers

Couldn’t recommend highly enough! Movers were prompt, worked quickly, and were flexible when we had an issue with our truck. Consummate professionals who knew how to safely pack valuables and get our stuff where it needed to go as efficiently as possible.

— Madeline O.

Movers | DMV Discount Moving & Cleaning

Wonderful helpful great.

— Amina G.

Movers | DMV Discount Moving & Cleaning

The team was great. They were careful with our furniture, worked quickly, and were super resourceful despite us not having quite enough moving pads. They also had very positive attitudes, which was really nice on such a stressful day. Thank you!!

— Alexia L.

Movers | All Aboard Moverz

They were running a bit late, but that's understandable in DC. The guys were friendly and very efficient. Everything was loaded quickly, safely and professionally. I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of this kind of service!

— Teddy G.

Movers | Moving With Pride LLC

Thanks! Saved me some money and stress on the body.

— JOSH/ TATYANA S.

Movers | Prestige Laborers

The gentleman were very efficient, and polite... They took very great care of my property. Those three gentleman are outstanding workers, God bless them. Thank you Lester L Rivers

— Lester R.

Movers | Prince Asong Moving

Martin and Mark were wonderful. Moving, wrapping, disassembling-- they did it all! Morning went quick and smoothly thanks to them. Can't recommend them enough!

— Emily C.

Movers | All Aboard Moverz

They were punctual and were able to roll with the changes brought on by the snowstorm in early 2026. Would use again!

— Matthew J.

Movers | Moving With Pride LLC

The 2 helpers were perfect for our moving job. They worked hard, were incredibly efficient and were very respectful of our belongings. Would highly recommend!!

— Carolyn B.

Movers | Moving With Pride LLC

Great Job!!!

— Marcus H.

Movers | Great Movers LLC

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

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

June

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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