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Written By Bradford Cuthrell
Last Updated April 2024
Moving is frequently a stressful and complicated time, and it's not a job that anyone really enjoys. Even if you have no reason to worry about hot temperatures interfering with the ease of your Lorton move, you might still have other things to think about. Depending on what month you move, low temperatures could impact your plans, resulting in more stress.
Luckily, our carefully crafted guide to Lorton's best movers can help you discover the right experts and remove a lot of the stress.
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Helps educate customers
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Good customer service
Reliable service
Punctual service
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Services Offered
Our Rating
Helps educate customers
Good customer service
Punctual service
Free quotes
Reliable service
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Our Rating
Good customer service
Free quotes
Punctual service
Transparent pricing
Reliable service
Helps educate customers
Services Offered
Our Rating
Punctual service
Good customer service
Reliable service
Transparent pricing
Helps educate customers
Free quotes
Services Offered
Our Rating
Transparent pricing
Punctual service
Good customer service
Reliable service
Free quotes
Services Offered
Our Rating
Transparent pricing
Free quotes
Reliable service
Good customer service
Helps educate customers
Services Offered
Our Rating
Good customer service
Helps educate customers
Transparent pricing
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:
First, you'll want to decide if you need a national or a local mover. Different kinds of moves require different sets of skills, as illustrated above. You'll also have to choose between a self-service or full-service moving company. A self-service mover will provide trucks and drivers, but you will be expected to have everything packed and ready when they get there. A full-service mover will provide packing services, which can be great if you dread packing boxes.
You can check the reputation of a moving company using online reviews or the BBB. You should also find out which movers near you meet the mover licensing requirements in Virginia. Every company on our list of Lorton's best movers is well-reviewed and chosen by our expert team.
After you've found a few companies you like, you can begin getting estimates from them. It is best to speak to at least one or two of the companies on our list above. When you do speak with a mover, make sure you explain all the services you think you'll require. Also, verify that the company provides you with a "binding estimate," as otherwise it may be subject to change.
One of the biggest questions you might have is how much your move will cost. The usual hourly fee for moving in Lorton is as follows:
The best mover in Lorton, according to Today's Homeowner, are Quick Reaction Movers.
To figure out which movers in Lorton are the best, our team asks a lot of questions, including:
When picking a date to move, you'll want to think about both cost and convenience. Moving during the summer will likely be more expensive, due to how many people move during this time. There also may be more traffic on the roads during these months. You will probably want to avoid moving in May or August specifically, as the 75,705 college students attending school within 15 miles of Lorton will be moving in those months as well.
You'll also want to think about the weather. Lorton's temperatures tend to be warm. Your move may be more inconvenient during the warmer months, depending on how hot the day is.
Many movers have special services for large, expensive items. When you're getting estimates from the companies on your shortlist, ask them about these services and ensure the team will have the necessary supplies on the truck. You should also ask about insurance options that can support you if your items get lost, damaged, or stolen.
To ensure you get the dates you want for pickup and delivery, you should book moving services as early in advance as the company allows, often four to six weeks before your moving day.
High temperatures in Lorton can reach 64°F. The area has about average daily rainfall and moderate snowfall in the winter months.
Lorton's cost of living index is 202.8. This figure considers mortgage or rent payments, food, childcare, transportation, and other essential expenses. (100.0 is the national average.)