Residential Movers in DC, Maryland & Northern Virginia
Reliable residential movers for houses and townhomes across the DMV — with clear hourly rates, trained crews, and full furniture protection included.
Prefer to talk through your move? Call/Text 202-350-0220.
Trusted Residential Movers for Houses and Townhomes in the DMV
Moving a house or townhome requires more planning than a typical apartment move. Multi-level layouts, staircases, parking access, and larger furniture all require experience and careful handling. As a hands-on team of residential movers serving Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia, we handle full household moves with precision and care.
From townhomes in Arlington to single-family homes in Montgomery County and Prince George’s County, our movers handle residential relocations efficiently while protecting furniture, floors, railings, and entryways whenever possible.
- Experienced with multi-level townhomes, single-family houses & split-level homes
- Careful protection of doors, walls, railings, and main walkways where possible
- Furniture wrapped with padded moving blankets & shrink-wrap before leaving the home
- Clear communication on arrival window, crew size, and estimated moving time
Hourly Rates for Residential Moving Services
Most home and townhome moves follow our straightforward hourly pricing with a 3-hour minimum. Once the minimum is met, you only pay for the additional time your move actually takes.
2 Movers + Truck
$195 / hour
3-hour minimum
- Best for smaller townhomes or lightly furnished homes
- Includes truck, equipment & furniture protection materials
3 Movers + Truck
$255 / hour
3-hour minimum
- Ideal for most 3-bedroom homes or multiple flights of stairs
- Faster loading and unloading for full household moves
4 Movers + Truck
$315 / hour
3-hour minimum
- Recommended for larger homes, heavy furniture, or tight timelines
- Ideal when you want the entire move completed in a single day
A travel fee applies and is based on your distance from our base and overall logistics. For a full breakdown of crews, hourly rates, and travel fees, visit our moving prices page.
Our Residential Moving Process
1. Plan Around Your Home & Access
Before moving day, we review your home layout, stairs, parking situation, and special items so we can recommend the right crew size and estimate hours accurately.
2. Protect Furniture & Main Pathways
Beds, dressers, tables, and other key furniture pieces are wrapped with padded moving blankets and shrink-wrap. We also protect high-traffic doorways and railings where possible during the move.
3. Safe Loading & Transport
Our crew loads the truck strategically to keep items secure during transport, then drives directly to your new home or storage unit.
4. Room-by-Room Placement
At your destination, we place furniture in the correct rooms and reassemble basic furniture items so you can settle into your new home faster.
Typical Residential Moving Scenarios
2BR Townhome Move (Local)
- 2–3 movers + truck
- ~4–6 hours
- Standard furniture with some stairs
3BR Single-Family Home
- 3–4 movers + truck
- ~6–9 hours
- Multiple floors and full household furniture
Move-In from Storage Unit
- 2–3 movers + truck
- Timing depends on distance and access
- We can handle storage pickup and final home delivery
These examples are typical ranges, not guarantees. Every home is different — stairs, parking, packing quality, and walking distance all affect the total time.
Ready to Schedule Your Residential Move?
Get a fast ballpark estimate for your residential move or request a detailed written quote from our team.
Not sure how to classify your move (home, townhome, or apartment)? Call/Text 202-350-0220 and we’ll walk through it with you.
You can also compare our other moving services: Apartment Movers, Labor-Only Movers, Office Movers, and Furniture Delivery.