Professional movers load your stuff, ship it to your new home, and unload it all for you. It’s the easiest—but most expensive—option. Learn more.
The Best Moving Companies in Norfolk
Whether you’re moving across town or cross country, we’ve found the best moving companies for you. We analyzed the services, customer reviews, and costs for more than 20 movers in Norfolk. These are our top picks.
Best long distance mover
Best for local moving
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What type of moving company is right for you?
Professional movers
They handle it all.
Containers
You load, they ship.
You load up all your belongings, but the movers transport your container to your new home. It’s the middle road for effort and cost. Learn more.
Moving truck rentals
You do all the work.
Worried about costs? Rent a truck, load it yourself, drive it to your new home, and unload all your things. You do it all—and save a lot. Learn more.
Local professional movers in Norfolk
If you’re moving to a new home in Norfolk or somewhere else in Virginia, check out these highly ranked local moving companies.
Moving company | Customer Rating | Services | Phone | Learn More |
| - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Packing services - Office moving | Call (855) 438-1872 | Check Prices | |
| - In-state moves - Interstate moves X - Office moving - Storage services | Call (757) 486-8001 | Check Prices | |
| - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Office moving - Packing services | Call (757) 348-5124 | Check Prices | |
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| - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Packing services - Guaranteed pricing | Call (757) 689-0935 | Check Prices | |
| - In-state moves - Interstate Moves - Office moving - Storage services | Call (757) 234-7080 | Check Prices |
Best moving container companies in Norfolk
Move.org analyzed approximately 8,000 customer reviews and 300 quotes over 3 years to find the best moving container companies in the US.
Moving company | Move.org rating | Avg. cost for local move | Avg. cost for long-distance move | Phone | Learn more |
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| $1,370 | $4,300 | 866-229-4120 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,940 | $4,240 | 800-722-5728 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,500 | $3,880 | 888-947-7974 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,870 | $5,030 | 844-362-5303 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,730 | $4,100 | 800-468-4285 | Get a Quote |
Best truck rental companies in Norfolk
Move.org researched services, gathered over 100 quotes, and interviewed customers to find the 5 best moving truck rental companies in the country.
Brand | Avg. local rental price** | Car trailers/tow dollies available | Website |
| $27.61 |  Yes | Get a Quote | |
| $324.07 |  No | Get a Quote | |
| $38.70 | Yes | Get a Quote | |
| $129.77 | No | Get a Quote | |
| $328.09 | Yes | Get a Quote |
All data current as of publish date.
*Prices averaged for 5 home sizes across 6 distances over 100 miles. Mileage included in long-distance quotes.
**Prices averaged for 5 home sizes (when different trucks were available) for a distance under 100 miles. Prices do not include mileage rates.
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What to know about moving in Norfolk, VA
Moving costs will vary depending on what services you need, how many rooms you have, and how far you’re going. However, the cost of living in Norfolk, VA, is on the lower end, so you can expect most moving costs to be lower as well.1
Our experts estimate that a full-service move (including packing, loading, and unloading) costs around $1,200 on the low end for a small apartment local move.2
Norfolk is home to the country’s largest naval base—Norfolk Naval Station. It is also the location of NATO headquarters (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) in North America. As a result, Norfolk is a huge hub for government employees.
It’s also just 18 miles away from Virginia Beach—a beautiful tourist destination and historic landmark town.
Like much of the country, summertime is the busiest time of year for moving in Norfolk, VA. For a lot of families, naval contracts begin and end in the summer months, which means local moving companies will likely be slammed from May through August. It’s best to plan ahead and book your moving truck or laborers weeks in advance.
According to Redfin, the housing market in Norfolk is very competitive. The median sale price over the last three years is around $280,000, and homes typically sell in less than a month.3 If you’re planning to buy a home in Norfolk, be prepared to make multiple offers in competition with other buyers.
Best local movers to Norfolk
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Sources
- Asha Kennedy, Move.org, “US Cities with the Lowest Cost of Living in 2022,” Published August 23, 2022. Accessed September 2022.
- Colin Holmes, Move.org, “How Much Does It Cost to Move?” Published June 6, 2022. Accessed September 7, 2022.
- Redfin, “Norfolk Housing Market,” Published August, 2022. Accessed October 6, 2022.
