Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By Bradford Cuthrell
Last Updated February 2024
It's unlikely that you'd be surprised to discover that people often refer to moving as one of the most stressful things they've done. Even smaller towns and cities like Washington have headaches of their own to contend with. One of the contributing factors to your stress might be all of the different costs that go along with moving.
Luckily, you can reduce your moving-related stress by using our meticulously assembled guide to Washington's best movers.
Reliable service
Short-notice moves
Punctual service
Good customer service
Helps educate customers
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Services Offered
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
Reliable service
Punctual service
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Free quotes
Punctual service
Short-notice moves
Helps educate customers
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Reliable service
Services Offered
Free quotes
Reliable service
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Services Offered
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Punctual service
Good customer service
Transparent pricing
Reliable service
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Helps educate customers
Services Offered
Helps educate customers
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
Reliable service
Punctual service
Transparent pricing
Short-notice moves
Good customer service
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Free quotes
Helps educate customers
Services Offered
Good customer service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Today's Homeowner looks at dozens of datapoints on moving companies to come up with our data-driven rankings. It's not possible for a company to pay for preferential treatment in our rankings. We look at the following key factors in determining who should top our list:
Different types of movers are suited for different sorts of moves. The first step in choosing a moving company is deciding whether a local or national mover is best suited to your needs. You also will have to choose between a full-service or self-service moving company. Both types of companies provide trucks and the people to drive them. However, a full-service mover can also provide packing and loading services, while self-service companies do not. The company that you ultimately pick will depend on your budget and how much you hate packing boxes.
Once you know what you need, learn which local movers meet Utah's licensing requirements for movers. Other easy ways to research a mover's credibility include browsing online reviews and checking its rating on the BBB website. All of the companies on our list of Washington's best movers are well-reviewed and chosen by our expert team.
Once you've narrowed it down to a few companies, you can begin calling them. We recommend reaching out to at least one or two of the movers on our list above. Make sure to explain all the services you think you'll need when asking for an estimate. Also, check that you've received a "binding estimate" – otherwise, the actual cost may be subject to change.
You may be wondering how much you should expect to spend on your move. In Washington, the usual hourly cost for movers is:
We've determined the top mover in your area to be Precise Moving Services.
To decide which movers in Washington are the best, our team asks a lot of questions, including:
To check a mover's reputation, you can:
If you're moving to a different home in Washington, choose a local company. They will be more familiar with the area. If you're moving to Washington from afar, a national company is best, as they have more tools and experience to handle long-distance moves.
The best time to book your move is four to six weeks in advance. If you book later, you may pay more and have a harder time finding available movers.
High temperatures in Washington can reach 65°F. The area has below-average daily rainfall and low to no snowfall in the winter months.
Compared to a national average of 100.0, the cost of living index for Washington is 105.2. This index considers housing payments, childcare, food, transportation, and other crucial expenses.
