Everything you need to know about planning a move in Richmond, VA - from creating a timeline to packing like a pro to choosing the right moving company. Moving an upright piano, helping a loved one downsize, or facing a gap between homes? Our piano movers, senior moving team, and overnight storage have you covered.
A week-by-week checklist to keep your move organized and stress-free. Renting your own truck or container? Pair this timeline with our labor-only loading and unloading help.
Our crew has packed thousands of homes. Here are the tips that make the biggest difference.
Books, tools, and canned goods go in small boxes. Light items like linens and pillows fill large boxes. This keeps boxes manageable and prevents crushing.
Write the contents and destination room on the top and at least one side of every box. When boxes are stacked, you can still read the labels.
Plates are stronger on their edge. Wrap each plate in packing paper and stand them vertically in a dish-pack box like records in a crate.
Wrap fragile items in t-shirts, towels, and socks. This saves on bubble wrap and packing paper while using space efficiently.
When disassembling furniture, put screws and bolts in a labeled ziplock bag and tape it to the furniture piece. RVA Movers handles assembly/disassembly for free with every move.
Load it last so it comes off the truck first. Include toilet paper, paper towels, a box cutter, phone chargers, basic tools, snacks, and water.
Not all movers are the same. Here's what to look for - and what red flags to avoid.
Virginia movers must be licensed by the Department of Motor Vehicles. Ask for their USDOT number and proof of liability insurance. RVA Movers is fully licensed and insured.
Look for detailed Google reviews - not just star ratings. Pay attention to how companies respond to complaints. Our 4.9-star average across 189 reviews speaks for itself.
Reputable movers will assess your belongings before quoting. Be cautious of companies that give a binding price over the phone without seeing your home.
Stairs, long carries, heavy items, fuel surcharges - ask what is and is not included. RVA Movers gives transparent quotes with no hidden charges.
Hourly rates work well for small, local moves. Flat rates give you cost certainty for larger moves. Ask your mover which option is best for your situation - our pricing page explains exactly how RVA Movers structures both.
Does the quote include furniture disassembly and reassembly? Blanket wrapping? Shrink wrap? With RVA Movers, all of this is included at no extra charge.
Now that you know how to plan your move, let us handle the heavy lifting. Request a free, no-obligation quote from Richmond's top-rated movers.