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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

There is no one you can trust like the crew at Cavalier Moving. With a team of professional, trustworthy and clean-cut movers, we provide a dependable and stress-free experience from point A to point B.

faq

How far in advance should I schedule my move?

The earlier the better! 2-4 weeks is what we usually prefer, but if you plan on moving during our peak times which is summer, end of the month, or a weekend, please call us 4-6 weeks before your planned date.

Do I need to empty out my dressers when moving?

No. You can leave your clothing in your drawers. Your dressers will be padded shrink-wrapped and padded which will not only protect them while in transit, it will prevent the drawers from opening.

Is Cavalier Moving licensed and insured?

Yes, we are fully licensed with the Public Utilities Commission of Virginia and we carry Cargo, Motor Vehicle, and General Liability Insurance. Cavalier Moving is also registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under USDOT #4061087.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept cash and all major credit/debit cards. There is a 3% fee for credit card payments.

How much does a local move cost?

Local moves in the Richmond area are billed hourly with a two-hour minimum. Across 3,967 Cavalier Moving jobs in 2026, a 1-bedroom apartment averaged $1,004, a 2-bedroom apartment $1,283 and a 1,800–2,000 sq ft house $2,524. Your total depends on how much you are moving and how easy the home is to access. See our full moving price guide or request a free estimate for an exact quote.

How does your pricing work?

Local moves are billed hourly with a two-hour minimum, and the hourly rate starts when the crew arrives. The total depends on how much you are moving, how easy both homes are to access, and whether you want packing or furniture assembly.

What areas do you serve?

We serve Richmond and Central Virginia from two offices: 6117 Staples Mill Road in Richmond and 2531 Arrandell Road in Midlothian. See all areas we serve. We also handle long-distance moves across the continental U.S.

What is included in a local move?

The truck, dollies, moving pads and shrink wrap, floor and doorway protection, disassembly and reassembly of standard furniture, and placing everything where you want it in your new home.

Do you move on weekends or on short notice?

Yes. We are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and schedule moves on weekends as well as weekdays. Spring and summer weekends book up first, so reserve early if your date is fixed. We also take last-minute moves whenever a crew is available, so call us even if your date is close.

Do you provide packing services and supplies?

Yes. We can pack a few rooms or your entire home, and we offer specialty packing for art, antiques and other valuables. If you prefer to pack yourself, we can supply moving boxes, stretch and bubble wrap, packing tape, specialty boxes and markers.

Do you do long-distance moves?

Yes. Our long-distance moving service takes you from Richmond to anywhere in the continental U.S. Long-distance moves are quoted based on the size of your home, the distance and any extra services.

Can you just load or unload a truck or POD?

Yes. Our loading and unloading help works with rental trucks, PODS, ABF trailers and storage units. In 2026, loading a 16 ft truck averaged $822 and a 26 ft truck averaged $1,261.

Do you move offices and businesses?

Yes. Our commercial moving team moves offices and other commercial spaces, and we can schedule after hours or on weekends to keep downtime low.

Can you haul away things I don't want to move?

Yes. Our junk removal service hauls away furniture, appliances and clutter, and we recycle and donate items whenever possible.

Should I tip my movers?

Tipping is never required, but it is always appreciated. Our guide on how much to tip movers covers typical amounts.

How do I get an estimate?

Fill in the quote form on any page, book your move online or call us, and a moving professional will follow up with a free estimate.

KIND WORDS FROM VALUED CUSTOMERS

Read some of our recent testimonials.

Christopher W.
3 days ago
Kenny and Corey did a really good job they were very curtiuse and carfull with furniture really good company to work with thanks guys really good job
Response from the owner:Thanks for the positive review! We're glad we could make your move stress-free.
Cara K.
4 days ago
Maurice, Drew, and Tikwon were fabulous! They wrapped everything carefully and moved very efficiently. We love cavalier moving!
Response from the owner:Thank you for trusting us with your move! We're glad everything went smoothly.
Vipul K.
4 days ago
The cavalier team was fast, professional, and so helpful. Maurice, drew, and tikwon were great to work with.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words! We’re thrilled your move was a success.
Christine B.
5 days ago
Maurice, Taj, Mauricio were awesomeeee!
Response from the owner:We’re so pleased to hear you had a positive moving experience. Thank you!
Cristina A.
5 days ago
Travis, Noah and Kaivon were very helpful and professional. Thanks for making my moving day easy! Highly recommend.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the positive review! We're glad we could make your move stress-free.
Laureen D.
5 days ago
Wow, I can't possibly explain how pleased I was by the team with Cavalier moving! Hard working, friendly, professional. I was dreading the move we were making to a new house and they made it an absolute breeze. Even my dog loved them and that says a lot! A++++
Response from the owner:Thank you for trusting us with your move! We're glad everything went smoothly.
Claire T.
6 days ago
Amazing experience! They were on time, efficient, and super easy to work with. Maurice, Leon, Tay were the dream team. Will absolutely use them again!
Response from the owner:We’re so pleased to hear you had a positive moving experience. Thank you!
Matthew D.
6 days ago
Kenny, Diego and Trevon did a fantastic job with our move! Extremely helpful and hard working. Thanks! .
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Response from the owner:Thanks for the positive review! We're glad we could make your move stress-free.
Molly S.
7 days ago
I had a wonderful experience with Cavalier Moving. They quickly returned my initial phone call and gave me a quote and answered all of my questions with ease! Communication leading up to and on the day of the move was great. My move team, Travis, Maurice, and Andrew were incredible! They were SO efficient and navigated challenges, like unanticipated road closures and tight stairwells, with ease! Would 100% use Cavalier Moving again.
Response from the owner:Thank you for trusting us with your move! We're glad everything went smoothly.
Samantha W.
1 week ago
Travis and his teammate had our 2 bedroom apartment fully turned over to our new apartment in no more than 5 hours. Truly a feat to watch them work! We so appreciated how smoothly our move in day went because of them.
Response from the owner:We’re so pleased to hear you had a positive moving experience. Thank you!
Meghan S.
1 week ago
My husband and I have been together for 10 years and we have moved as many times in all those years. Most of our moves have been stressful and a process that definitely causes gray hairs. But our most recent move with Cavalier Moving truly open my eyes to how important it is to have a solid moving team behind you. Now that we have a child we don't have time to spend all day hauling boxes ourselves. The process with Cavalier was very smooth. Booking the move was very easy and everyone that we dealt with from setting up the process to the actual movers were incredibly friendly. They arrived on time, they were quick yet methodical and took great care with all of our belongings. The move out of our old place and into our new place was seamless. Any of our future moves will absolutely be done with Cavalier Moving. I highly recommend them. The customer service is fantastic and they do a great job. Moving is never fun but when you have someone who makes the process run smoothly it really changes the process. We really appreciated it!
Response from the owner:Thank you for trusting us with your move! We're glad everything went smoothly.
Kristen B.
1 week ago
Matt, Keem, Cresto, Kenny and Sway did a great job with my move today. They were on time, friendly, and efficient. Would definitely use them again (and did 5 months ago).
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Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words! We’re thrilled your move was a success.