TRUSTED. CARING. RELIABLE.
Moving Ft. Lauderdale and South Florida Residents Since 1952
For nearly 70 years, South Florida residents have trusted their local move needs to Suddath®. Since opening our doors to begin serving Ft. Lauderdale, we have upheld a reputation of quality and service with the people and families we have moved around Broward and Palm Beach counties.
With over a century of experience in the industry overall, strong affiliations with respected industry organizations such as AMSA, and a proven record of safety and reliability, Suddath is a top choice for residents looking to make a local move. We owe this leadership legacy and well-regarded reputation to our well-trained team, who dedicate over 250 hours to training prior to working on a local move, and drivers, who lead the industry in safety and standards.
We treat you and your belongings with the highest level of care – all at a price that is often equal or less than other lower-quality local movers. Our focus on customer care is deeply rooted in our values, which include trust, integrity and teamwork. Unlike other moving companies, we provide each customer with a dedicated move coordinator to assist you at every step, ensuring you have the smoothest move experience possible. We also take extra precautions in your home and provide specialized packaging and crating as needed to ensure your belongings are safe and sound.
100+ years
local moving experience
54,000
domestic moves each year
FULLY VETTED
moving crew and drivers
250+ hours
mentored training for crews
EASY LOCAL MOVING
A Simple Walkthrough and Estimate
When you contact Suddath about your local Fort Lauderdale move, we make every effort to earn your trust, and that starts with a free, no-obligation estimate. In order to provide you with a detailed move plan and quote, we must first thoroughly assess your home. We offer two options to choose from, an in-person walkthrough, or a virtual one.
You can elect to have our representative visit your home directly, or you can schedule a virtual walkthrough where we view your home using video through your personal smart device. As they are guided through your home, they will ask pertinent questions to help your crew plan for moving day. The more planning that happens prior to moving day, the better we can create savings and efficiencies for your move.
A Dedicated Team for Every Local Move
From the moment you officially choose Suddath to be your Fort Lauderdale local mover, you will be supported by a dedicated move coordinator to assist you throughout the local moving process. These are trained and tenured members of our team who will help you implement a moving plan that fits your needs perfectly.
When you are greeted by your local moving team, you know you’re working with professionals who have been trained over 250 hours in-house at our own Suddath University. Through classroom training, field mentoring, simulated procedures and more, our team is ready to make your move a memorable experience.
Budget-Friendly Packing Solutions
Suddath provides a packing experience that will exceed your expectations, ranging from DIY to full-service. Your packing needs will be an initial topic of discussion between you and your move coordinator, and they will help you determine if DIY, partial packing, or full-service packing will be right for your needs and budget. Also, they will determine if you have any specialized needs for unique items. This includes priceless antiques, artwork, wine collections and pianos, among others. If you need any packed items or furniture put into long- and short-term storage options in our 120,000 square-foot Ft. Lauderdale storage warehouse, they can help you determine that as well.
Climate-Controlled Storage Options
Our customizable moving services and extensively trained employees extend into our storage offerings as well. We are able to provide secure storage options for our long-distance customers, including custom crating options, as well as specialty temperature and climate-controlled storage options for delicate items such as art, wine collections or antiques.
The convenience of these services, assisted by your single point of contact move coordinator, has allowed us to continue to provide the best possible moving and storage experience.
Transparent Local Movers Pricing in Fort Lauderdale
When planning a move, it’s helpful to get straight information about costs—and frustrating when you get the runaround. At Suddath, we provide direct answers when you request a quote.
We Address Concerns With Clarity and Transparency
We base quotes for local moves by using five components, personalizing estimates so that you’ll only pay for the services you want and need.
Unclear Pricing
Vague estimates, provided by many companies, can leave you wondering about what the final cost would really be. With Suddath, you can count on detailed breakdowns on these costs: labor, transportation, packing materials, valuation, and any additional services. Plus, there are no hidden fees.
Clarify Optional Services
Here’s another frustration: inflated costs because you’re paying for services you don’t even need. Our Fort Lauderdale moving company provides a full menu of services with pricing breakdowns for each one. You can then choose what you’re willing to pay for, prioritizing what you want the most. This could include assistance with disconnecting and reconnecting appliances and/or partial or full packing services.
Weight and Mileage
Not all factors are equal as we calculate your quote. Your belongings’ weight is a significant one in your local movers pricing in Fort Lauderdale. Mileage is a minor one because local moves are 50 miles or less. We’ll clearly explain how each factor impacts your relocation’s quote and, if you’d like to lower it, reduce your household goods’ weight before getting your estimate. Ideas include to:
- Not transport belongings that won’t fit in your new house
- Throw away or recycle ones with no remaining value
- Give family and friends items they’d like but you don’t need
- Donate to charities, including ones that will pick up donations
- Sell excess belongings at rummage sales and online
Your Move Date
Flexibility in choosing a move date can save you money and frustration. Cost-effective move dates can include weekdays (rather than the more in-demand weekends) and off-season moves from October through April.
Valuation Coverage
Moving valuation can be confusing and might be mixed up with insurance (which it isn’t). Our sales reps or move coordinators will explain valuation coverage in detail, provide clarity about the protection your belongings will receive, and otherwise help you to make optimal decisions for your scenario. Questions? We’ll answer them in full.
Get Your Customized Quote
Don’t let a moving company sell you on a cookie cutter move or one with vague pricing. We transparently describe the structure of our local movers pricing in Fort Lauderdale and will provide a straightforward quote. When you’re ready, reach out. We’ll design a move package that fits your needs and is as stress-free and cost-effective as possible. We also offer financing options.
SPECIALIZED LOCAL MOVING SERVICES
Piano Moving
As valuable centerpieces of a home, pianos require careful attention when moved. Suddath has specially trained professionals who can successfully transport your piano and other fragile instruments.
Boat Moving
Ft. Lauderdale and South Florida residents enjoy a boating lifestyle and may need help transporting your boat to a new marina. Inquire with your move coordinator about assistance through a trusted partner.
Custom Crating
In some instances, special containers may be required to transport belongings because of shape, size or fragility. Our experts will craft custom-built crates to safely move these unique items.
Concierge Moving
Certain clients don't want to lift a finger and ask for every service and moving need coordinated for them. A dedicated on-site concierge can oversee every aspect, including items like cleaning and landscaping.
LOCAL MOVING RESOURCES
FORT LAUDERDALE LOCAL MOVING FAQ
When a move consists of fifty or fewer miles in distance, the moving industry calls that a local move. This could be a relocation within the city of Fort Lauderdale itself or from Wilton Manors or Deerfield Beach to Fort Lauderdale. Once a move is more than fifty miles, that’s a long-distance move.
There’s no standard rate from one local moving company in Fort Lauderdale to another one. Each one can calculate their own quotes and set their rates in their own way. At Suddath, we never have one-size-fits-all pricing. Instead, we customize each relocation through the use of these elements:
• How much your household goods weigh: This is one of the pricing factors where you maintain some control. If you’d like to lower the cost of your local movers in Fort Lauderdale, declutter before getting your quote. Throw away or recycle what doesn’t have value or donate, sell, or gift your possessions (and you may also decide to put some items in local storage). Then, request your estimate.
• How long your move is, distance-wise: With a local move, the longest mileage would be fifty. Additional local moving price information can be found here.
• When, specifically, you’re moving: When you schedule your relocation on a weekday, this can reduce your quote from your local movers in Fort Lauderdale. Scheduling during the off-season (October through April) can help to accomplish the same goal.
• Which services you’ve chosen: Our flexible menu includes packing and unpacking choices and storage selections.
• How much moving valuation coverage you have: You can find information about that topic here and in the answer to this FAQ: Are my belongings protected by insurance during the move?
By personalizing your relocation experience, we ensure that you don’t pay for services that you don’t want or need. Request your customized quote!
The four cheapest days would be Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. In other words, when you want the most cost-effective move date, avoid the weekends. In your quest for cost-effectiveness, if you can, avoid moves from May through September (the peak moving season) as well as any local demand spikes experienced by your local movers in Fort Lauderdale.
As another pro tip, reduce your household goods’ weight before getting your quote:
• When an item no longer has value to anyone, throw it away or, better yet, recycle it.
• Take your gently used items to one of these donation locations in Fort Lauderdale. They include Goodwill, the Salvation Army, and many lesser-known ones.
• Give friends or family members your belongings that you no longer want but that they would find useful.
• Sell belongings that you don’t want and, if desired, use the funds towards your moving expenses. Have a rummage sale, place items in consignment shops, or list them for sale online.
• When you can’t decide whether to take certain belongings with you, put them in safe, secure, local storage. You can make decisions later.
Once this process is completed, you can reach out to your local movers in Fort Lauderdale for your quote on your reduced-in-weight possessions.
People are clearly moving to the Sunshine State! Florida’s population exceeded twenty-three million for the first time ever in 2024. Over the past decade, each year has seen 350,000 to 375,000 new people become Floridians and enjoy a state-tax-free life.
Reasons why people move to Fort Lauderdale, specifically, include the beaches and sunshine (an average of 246 sunny days per year), a solid economy, a relatively low cost of living, and a world filled with art, culture, and natural beauty. From the Deerfield Island Park to the Butterfly World, Flamingo Gardens, Museum of Science & Discovery, and so much more, it’s easy to see why so many people are moving to Fort Lauderdale.
Create a specific packing zone in your home, keeping it organized so that you can pack efficiently and safely. Get help with heavier items. Pack smaller, heavier items into small boxes so that they don’t get too weighty, using your bigger boxes for lighter items. Once you’re happy with how a box is packed, securely seal it before going on to the next box.
Use quality equipment, like a dolly, in good condition when moving large or heavy items like appliances or furniture. Securely strap them before carefully guiding them where they need to go, helping to ensure that fragile items won’t get damaged.
Masking tape in an “X” pattern over mirrors and large pictures will help to protect the glass. After doing that, put them in secure cartons, well padded and snug.
Be a good neighbor or friend by giving away the following hazardous items rather than packing them: cleaning products, fire extinguishers, batteries, candles, propane, kerosene, charcoal starters, and other flammable materials. When packing equipment like lawn mowers, make sure they’re emptied of gas and oil first. If you have firearms, ensure that they don’t contain any ammunition.
It’s hard to go it alone, so reach out for help from your family and friends. And, consider our local moving company in Fort Lauderdale. As part of a seamless move, we include expert packing and unpacking services.
Experience (more than a century). Expertise. Flexible service menu. Background checked, skilled local movers in Fort Lauderdale.
These are just some of the reasons why people choose Suddath as their local moving company in Fort Lauderdale. You benefit from a customized relocation experience, choosing exactly what you want and need from our adaptable packing and unpacking services and storage solutions. In each case, you’ll receive efficient service with finesse with your dedicated move counselor guiding you throughout the move and answering your questions. Suddath maintains a firm commitment to providing excellence to satisfy each of our customers—delivering in the moments that matter. Request a quote!