Find a mover near Fort Worth, TX

The estimated cost of Fort Worth’s top movers ranges from $45 to $95 per hour. But keep in mind moving rates will vary depending on the distance and complexity of your move. The time of the year when you’re moving, how many valuables you have and the distance of your move are just a few of the several factors that can impact the cost of your move.

Take the time to thoroughly research and compare Fort Worth’s top moving companies. When comparing movers, read through the reviews and see which Fort Worth movers tend to show up on time, offer fair prices and communicate effectively. Moving companies should also be prepared for unexpected weather such as heavy rain, and should plan ahead to comply with Fort Worth’s parking regulations.

Choose more quickly and ensure a positive experience by following Thumbtack’s smart hiring guide, as well as looking for the Top Pro badge on movers’ profiles.

Book movers at least two months in advance for a local move and at least four months in advance for a cross-country move. If you’re moving during the off-season, it’s best to book movers about four to eight weeks in advance. Factor in an extra two to three weeks if you have antiques or valuables that are difficult to transport.

May through September is considered peak moving season, according to the American Moving & Storage Association. If you’re moving during this time, hire movers as far in advance as possible.

Local moves are among the most common moves. Unlike a long-distance move, a local move is typically less than 50 miles and does not cross state lines. Generally, a local move only takes one day, and movers tend to charge by the hour. 

The definition of a long-distance move may vary depending on the moving company. Generally, a long-distance considered to be any move of 400 miles or more. However, some say a long-distance move is over 50-100 miles. 

Interstate moves require additional legal preparation and will incur additional costs for distance, the amount and weight of your items, the preparation required and various other factors. Moving companies tend to do an initial weighing of the truck, which you should be present for.

A move that crosses state lines is considered an interstate move or an out-of-state move. Contrast this with an intrastate move, which begins and ends in the same state, but is typically above 50 miles. 

To determine whether your move is local or long-distance, contact the best movers in your area.

Selecting the best long-distance movers in Fort Worth involves finding ones with the experience needed to navigate the long, open roads of Texas. Moving companies should be used to the monotonous, extended driving. They should also be licensed with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.

You can begin your search online. Compare long-distance movers’ profiles, and identify the companies that have high ratings and positive reviews from past customers. Read a few reviews to get a sense of how good and reputable the movers are. For example, do they show up on time? Did they complete the move in a timely manner? And have they caused any damage to customers’ belongings or furniture?

Create a shortlist of the top movers in your area, and ask all of them to send you estimates.

Regardless of whether you plan to hire a moving company in Fort Worth, you’re going to need moving boxes. There are several places where you can try to score some free or cheap moving boxes. Department stores, liquor stores and grocery stores often receive shipments in boxes and might be willing to give them to you for free. If you want brand-new boxes, you can find high-quality ones at hardware stores. These are also great places to pick up packing materials. And, you can also try asking Forth Worth movers if they supply moving boxes and supplies when helping you move. 

A parking permit can temporarily authorize you to park in a public right-of-way in Fort Worth, including a curbside, sidewalk or metered parking spot. Depending on your situation, a permit could be worth it and help you avoid a costly parking ticket. Contact Fort Worth’s Department of Transportation and Public Works to see if you should apply for a permit. To make the job easy, consider hiring local movers in Fort Worth who might be able to help streamline the process for you.

Renting a moving truck in Fort Worth is easy if you visit moving truck rental companies in the area. However, many moving companies include a moving truck in their cost. To save time (and money), check out Fort Worth’s top movers and compare the cost of hiring a local mover instead of renting a moving truck and moving everything yourself.

Long-distance movers transport your belongings across the country for you. No more renting a trailer and road-tripping from state to state with your entire house hitched to your bumper. Long-distance movers make the move happen so you can fly to your new home, suitcase in hand, and wait for your furniture to arrive. Nationally, the average price range for long-distance movers is $1,490-$2,230. The distance you are moving and the number of cubic feet the movers have to transport will both affect cost. Another factor in long-distance moving costs is whether you choose to pay for an exclusive move or a consolidated move.

In an exclusive move, which is more expensive, your belongings are the only cargo on the moving truck. The movers travel directly to your new house and deliver your belongings on a scheduled day. A consolidated move is more affordable because the movers transport your belongings along with those of other people, saving them time and gas — which means you save money. The downside is that your belongings typically arrive with a two-week delivery window rather than on a prescheduled day. Read reviews to make sure you can trust the company with your possessions to ensure a peaceful moving process.

It’s recommended that you tip your movers individually around $4 to $5 per hour. For example, if a team of four movers spends a half-day (four hours) on your move, tip each mover $20. Or, some people tip 5% to 10% of their total bill for small moves and 15% to 20% for larger moves.

If you’re moving across state lines, you may hire different crews to load and unload your goods. In that case, divide the tips between both crews. It’s also a good rule of thumb to add a bit extra for tipping movers if you have special circumstances that have made the move harder, like a spiral staircase or an exceptionally heavy sofa.