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Trusted Movers in Virginia Beach, VA

Tidal Town Moving provides local movers in Virginia Beach for apartments, houses, condos, offices, and military families across Hampton Roads. As a locally owned Virginia Beach moving company, we handle residential moves, PCS moves, packing, loading help, piano moves, and long distance moves to the 48 continental states.

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Locally Owned Moving Company from Virginia Beach

Our Virginia Beach movers live and work in the same neighborhoods we move people out of. That shapes how we work. You get the same friendly, reliable service you would expect from a neighbor, because in most cases that is exactly what we are.

Tidal Town Moving was founded by Rooke Crouch and Josh Wright, who both started in this industry in 2015 and worked their way up through operations before opening the company here. Avery Crouch runs operations day to day. Between them, the leadership has spent a decade on trucks and in dispatch, and that experience shows up in how a move is planned, crewed and priced.

We are a moving company, not a broker. The truck that shows up is our truck, the crew is on our payroll, and the person who quotes your move is the person accountable for it. That matters more than most people realize until something goes wrong on move day.

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Why Choose Our Virginia Beach Movers

COMMUNICATION

Communication is important. That’s why we use confirmation and follow up emails to confirm moving times, moving dates and your satisfaction after the job. Also, expect a call when we’re on the way to your home.

TRUST

Moving you can trust. We’re licensed and insured movers from Virginia Beach, so whether you’re moving cross-country or across the city, you can depend on us for safe and sound delivery.

PAYMENT

Our minimum is 2 hours, and our hourly rate starts at arrival and stops as the last item is placed in your home. Don’t worry about paying exorbitant fees to cover the distance to and from our truck lot.

CONVENIENCE

We work 7 days a week, serve 48 states in the continental U.S. (via 3rd party freighter, EFS) and offer affordable travel fees.

Our Services in Virginia Beach

Residential Moving

Your stuff deserves a smooth move, too. Our Virginia Beach movers will show the same care and attention to your belongings as you would.

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Commercial Moving

We know that your company is always on the clock. Let Tidal Town Moving take care of the packing, loading and unloading, while you take care of your business.

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Local Moving

Moving down the street or across Virginia Beach? Within Norfolk to Suffolk, Chesapeake, or Newport News? Maybe even Hampton or Portsmouth? No problem. We’re licensed and insured to handle your move.

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Long Distance Moving

We may be Hampton Roads’ movers, but we are also happy to assist with long distance moves via third party. Whether within Virginia or any other State.

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Item Loading & Unloading

All the manpower you need. Our movers in Virginia Beach are equipped to load or unload a truck, Pods or ABF trailer quickly and carefully.

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Senior Moving

Senior and assisted living movers in Virginia Beach. We pack, move and set up at your pace and keep your family updated.

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Moving Prices in Virginia Beach

Moving prices in Virginia Beach come down to two things: how much there is to move, and how long it takes to move it. Tidal Town Moving bills local moves by the hour, so the final total depends on crew size, the volume of furniture and boxes, stair or elevator access at either end, and the drive between the two addresses. Instead of publishing one number that fits nobody, the ranges below show what customers across Hampton Roads actually paid on completed moves this year, sorted by the size of the home.

Apartment and Small Move Costs

Move Size Typical Low Average Typical High
A room or less $275 $563 $1,020
Studio apartment $360 $646 $1,031
1 bedroom apartment $485 $793 $1,278
2 bedroom apartment $746 $1,083 $1,670
3 bedroom apartment $982 $1,458 $2,128

How the hourly clock works

Local moves are billed for the time the crew spends working, which keeps the price honest on both sides. A one bedroom apartment on the ground floor with everything boxed and ready tends to land near the low end of its range. The same apartment on a third floor walk up, with a bed frame and a wall unit still to be taken apart, will run longer. Your quote confirms the hourly rate for the crew size assigned to your move, so there is no rate to guess at on moving day.

House Move Costs by Square Footage

Home Size Typical Low Average Typical High
800 to 1,000 sq ft $768 $997 $1,310
1,000 to 1,200 sq ft $914 $1,249 $1,784
1,200 to 1,400 sq ft $996 $1,425 $2,154
1,400 to 1,600 sq ft $883 $1,753 $3,159
1,600 to 1,800 sq ft $1,391 $1,998 $3,394
1,800 to 2,000 sq ft $1,365 $2,271 $3,540
2,000 to 2,200 sq ft $1,629 $2,242 $3,429
2,200 to 2,500 sq ft $1,855 $2,633 $4,490
2,500 to 2,800 sq ft $2,045 $3,440 $6,031
2,800 to 3,000 sq ft $2,194 $3,808 $5,743
3,000 to 3,500 sq ft $3,098 $6,836 $10,112
3,500 sq ft and up $852 $6,797 $13,593

Labor Only and Partial Move Costs

Not every job is a full house. Plenty of Virginia Beach customers already have the truck or the container and only need the heavy lifting handled, or they need one room emptied rather than the whole property. These jobs are billed the same hourly way and usually finish in a single visit.

Job Type Typical Low Average Typical High
16 ft rental truck, loading $500 $668 $980
16 ft rental truck, unloading $350 $537 $910
26 ft rental truck, loading $710 $896 $1,174
26 ft rental truck, unloading $670 $821 $1,030
16 ft portable container, load or unload $425 $691 $1,180
Office and small commercial move $440 $951 $2,395

Moving the contents of a rented storage unit

Unit Size Typical Low Average Typical High
5 x 10 unit $548 $742 $1,015
10 x 10 unit $460 $948 $1,351
10 x 15 unit $860 $1,095 $1,453
10 x 20 unit $1,142 $1,755 $3,011
10 x 30 unit $1,719 $2,664 $3,946

About these figures. Every number above comes from Tidal Town Moving jobs completed in 2026 across Hampton Roads, not from a national average or an industry estimate. Unusually large and unusually small jobs were filtered out so the ranges reflect what a normal move in each category costs. They are a planning guide rather than a quote. Your own price is confirmed in writing before the crew is booked.

Common Questions About Moving Prices in Virginia Beach

What affects the price of a local move the most?

Time on the clock, and the things that add to it. Crew size, how much is packed and ready when the truck arrives, stairs or elevator waits, long carries from the door to the parking area, and furniture that has to be taken apart and rebuilt all change how many hours a move takes.

Why do two homes the same size cost different amounts?

Square footage tells us the likely volume, not the actual contents. A 1,600 square foot home with a garage full of tools, a treadmill and a wall of bookshelves takes noticeably longer than one of the same size with sparse furniture. That is why each row above shows a range instead of a single price.

Is the price I am quoted the price I pay?

Hourly billing means the final total reflects the hours actually worked. If a move finishes faster than estimated, you are not charged for time the crew did not spend. If the scope changes on the day, for example an extra room of belongings appears, we tell you what that means for the total before the work continues.

How can I bring the cost of my move down?

Finish your packing before moving day, break down what you can, empty dressers and closets, and clear a path from the door to the truck. Reserving a parking spot close to the entrance saves real time in apartment buildings downtown and near the Oceanfront. Weekday and mid month dates also tend to be easier to book.

Do you charge for an estimate?

No. Give us the address, the home size and the date, and you get a written estimate with the hourly rate and crew size in it. Tidal Town Moving is locally owned and licensed in Virginia, so you are dealing with the crew doing the work rather than a call center.

Virginia Beach Neighborhoods We Move

Virginia Beach is spread out, and a move looks different depending on where you are starting from. Here is what our crews plan for around the city.

  • – Oceanfront and North End. Narrow driveways, seasonal traffic on Atlantic and Pacific Avenue, and condo buildings that want elevator reservations. From May through September, we start early to stay ahead of beach traffic.
  • – Town Center and Pembroke. High-rise buildings with loading dock windows and certificate of insurance requirements. We handle the COI paperwork with building management before move day so nobody is standing in a lobby arguing about it.
  • – Great Neck and Alanton. Older single-family homes, long driveways, mature trees and tight turnarounds. We bring the smaller truck when the approach calls for it.
  • – Kempsville and Larkspur. Established neighborhoods with a lot of split levels and finished basements. Stair carries are common here, and we price them into the estimate up front.
  • – Hilltop and Linkhorn. Townhomes and larger homes off First Colonial Road. Good access, straightforward loads.
  • – Red Mill, Ocean Lakes and Sandbridge. South of the Green Line, longer drives, and a lot of military families rotating in and out.
  • – Princess Anne and Landstown. Newer construction, wide streets and easy truck access. Often the fastest moves we run.
  • – Chic’s Beach and Bayside. Cottages and raised homes on pilings off Shore Drive, with narrow lanes and street parking to plan around.

We also move between Virginia Beach and the rest of Hampton Roads every week. Norfolk, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, Newport News, and Yorktown all fall inside our no travel fee zone.

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Tidal Town Moving Reviews

Customers across Virginia rely on Tidal Town Moving. See what they have to say.

Each move gives us the opportunity to deliver an exceptional, worry-free experience that exceeds expectations.

  • Elaine Hughes

    We would definitely use Tidal Town again in the future! William and Elijah were in fact a few moments early at the pickup location so they could explain some forms and introduce themselves. They were strong, quick and careful. In addition, they had to navigate a difficult move where they amazingly backed the truck into a very tight delivery area at my daughter's college. All her items were in perfect condition after they moved them into her dorm room. Thank you again!

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  • Rachael Kerr

    Ernan, William and Jeffery did a wonderful job with my move. They were professional and really took care of my stuff when moving it. They were very efficient and did their best to move all of my stuff in a timely manner. This has been one of the best moves I’ve ever experienced and I’ve moved over 20 times. I would highly recommend this moving company and would definitely use them again. Thank you for working so hard and making my move so stress free.

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  • Rachel Thibodeau

    WOW! This team was absolutely phenomenal from start to finish. They worked incredibly hard, were professional, efficient, and took great care with every item they moved. I honestly don’t know how my parents would have gotten through this move without them. They managed to unload and move everything from THREE PODS and a storage unit in a single day, which completely exceeded our expectations. Not only were they fast, but they were also friendly, respectful, and willing to go above and beyond to make sure everything was done right. If you’re looking for movers, stop searching and hire this team—you won’t regret it. We are beyond grateful for all of their hard work. 10/10, 5 stars, highly recommend!

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  • Lane Hendrix

    Josh, Rhys, Marlon, Ernan, and Bradley were all incredible to work with! We needed movers last minute unexpectedly and they not only worked to fit me in on really short notice but provided everything needed seamlessly and at a very fair cost. They were also incredibly punctual, focused, and efficient with both their and my time, which was so appreciated. Separately, I noticed how friendly and respectful they were to each other and worked so well as a team. That’s honestly just refreshing to experience. Professionals through and through.

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  • Melissa Gray

    Our move has been so stressful, but thanks to William & Wisdom from Tidal Town Moving, we had a wonderful experience on moving day! They are so polite, friendly, and professional. They worked together and did their jobs in a super timely manner and we couldn’t be happier with their service! Kudos to William & Wisdom and best of luck to both of you in the future!

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  • Chris Allison

    Thank you Tidal Town Moving! Phillip, Will, and Marlon worked very hard to make our move from Kentucky less stressful! They unloaded two large pods and helped us out in a big way. I highly recommend Tidal Town moving! Thanks Morgan for setting up our appointment and ensuring communication continued from beginning to end!!

    5.0

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OUR SERVICE LOCATION

We move between Virginia Beach and the rest of the region every week. Each city page covers local prices, neighborhoods, and access notes.

Local and Residential Movers in Virginia Beach

As locally based residential movers in Virginia Beach, we handle home moves of every size across the city and the surrounding Hampton Roads area. Whether you are moving from an apartment near the Oceanfront, a townhouse in Kempsville, or a single-family home in Great Neck, our movers treat every residence with the same care and attention. Residential moving in Virginia is what we do most, and our team is equipped to handle the full process from packing to placement at your new home.

Our local movers in Virginia Beach also handle moves between cities throughout the region. Local moving in Virginia does not stop at the Virginia Beach line. We regularly move households to and from Norfolk, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, and Newport News under the same transparent hourly pricing with no travel fees within Hampton Roads. From the first box to the last piece of furniture, our movers handle your local or residential move with the reliability that has earned us an A+ BBB rating and more than 1,100 five-star reviews.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Moving in Virginia Beach

How much does a local move cost in Virginia Beach?

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Local moves in Virginia Beach start at $275, and a 1-bedroom apartment averaged $793 on our 2026 jobs. We bill by the hour with a 2-hour minimum, and the clock runs from arrival to the last item placed. There is no travel fee, fuel surcharge, or drive time charge inside Hampton Roads.

How far in advance should I book my move?

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For local moves, we recommend booking 2-4 weeks in advance. During peak moving seasons (Summer, end of month, and weekends), you should schedule 4-6 weeks before your planned date. However, we often have same-day and next-day availability for smaller local moves depending on current demand.

Do I need to provide anything on moving day?

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No, we bring everything needed for your move including the moving truck, furniture blankets, dollies, and basic tools for disassembly and reassembly. If you’re doing your own packing, make sure all boxes are properly taped and sealed. It’s helpful to have a clear path from your items to the truck and parking space available close to your entrance for the moving truck.

Is Tidal Town Moving licensed and insured?

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Yes. Tidal Town Moving is fully licensed by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (License #751) and the State Corporation Commission (License #11306836). We carry full Cargo insurance, Motor Vehicle insurance, and General Liability insurance. We’ve also maintained an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau since 2022.

Do I need to empty out my dressers when moving?

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No. You can leave your clothing in your drawers. Your dressers will be shrink-wrapped and padded, which will protect them while in transit and prevent the drawers from opening.

What payment methods do you accept?

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Tidal Town accepts cash and all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express). Payment is due upon completion of your move. Note that there is a 3% processing fee for credit card payments. A detailed invoice is provided showing start time, end time, hourly rate, and any additional services.

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