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What Affects the Price of a Move?

Moving quotes are not arbitrary. Five factors drive nearly every price in the Maryland and DC market, and understanding them helps you compare quotes honestly.

Volume and home size

More belongings means more crew hours and more truck space. Home size is the fastest proxy, which is why it is the first question on any quote.

Distance

Local moves are usually priced by crew and hours. Once you cross roughly 50 miles, pricing shifts toward weight, mileage and transit time.

Access at both ends

Stairs, walk-ups, elevator waits, long carries from the truck and tight street parking all add labor time. Honest movers ask about this upfront rather than adding it on move day.

Packing

Full packing typically adds 30 to 45 percent to a move. Partial packing of just the kitchen and fragile items is a common middle ground.

Specialty items

Pianos, safes, artwork, pool tables and oversized furniture need extra equipment, crating and crew — priced individually.

Why Our Quote Will Not Change on Move Day

We ask detailed questions during your walkthrough precisely so the number we give you holds. Fuel, tolls, labor, dollies, blankets and basic disassembly are all included in the flat rate. When you see a quote from any company that seems dramatically lower than the rest, ask what happens if the job runs long — that is usually where the difference reappears.

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