RELIABLE LOCAL MINNEAPOLIS MOVERS
Moving The Twin Cities Since 1901
Suddath® has been providing award-winning local moving services for over 100 years. That’s a full century of experience and commitment that we bring to every move we make. Our knowledge and experience with local moving is why our customers consistently give us 5-star reviews, making us one of the highest-rated local movers in Minneapolis. We are so highly-rated locally that the Vikings trusted us to move the organization from Winter Park into their new headquarters in Eden Prairie.
A less stressful local move. Our depth of experience, extensively trained employees and supportive, customizable moving services set us apart from the competition in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. We have built on the trust customers have given us in order to continually provide better and more convenient local moving services to support an easier transition.
100+ Years
local moving experience
54,000
domestic moves each year
Fully Vetted
moving crew and drivers
250+ Hours
mentored training for crews
LOCAL MOVING MADE EASY
Simplified Estimation Process
With Suddath, we make getting a moving estimate easier – giving you the option to do to a walkthrough virtually via a mobile device, or by scheduling an in-person walkthrough with one of our experienced representatives. Choose the option that is most convenient for you and your schedule. Once the walk-through is complete, your Suddath contact will generate a comprehensive, accurate quote and plan that covers every aspect of your move, from packing options, delivery details and even specialized services to transport unique items.
A Single Point of Contact
Suddath has been in business for over 100 years, and we’ve used that time to develop the services we know mean the most to our customers. Each customer has a local moving coordinator who will develop a personalized move plan and will review all of the services we offer in order to choose the most meaningful options for your move. These are trained and tenured members of our team who will help you implement a moving plan that fits your needs perfectly. Your local move coordinator will also help you create a checklist and keep you up-to-date on all of the details of your move.
Professional Packing and Unpacking
Our team is trained to help pack every item in your house with our complete packing service or help you with whatever packing solution fits your timeline and budget. With partial packing, we pack based on your direction. We also offer quality materials and advice if you opt for DIY packing. Of course, on moving day, we wrap your furniture and protect your home space as we securely load your belongings in the truck for transit.
Flexible Storage Solutions
Moving locally is usually a pretty simple task. However, there are times during a local move when Minneapolis residents need to store some or all of their belongings in the between or after their local moving processes. Whatever your storage needs may be, Suddath has options that are affordable and flexible to suit your needs. We have over 3 million square feet of storage facilities across the country, and our warehouse in Eden Prairie features 24/7 monitoring and is climate- controlled year-round, staying a moderate temperature for your most sensitive items.
Insights Into Local Moving Company Pricing Near Minneapolis
Moving in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area? Moving can feel stressful, so you don’t want any added frustration over vague costs. At Suddath, our goal is to provide transparent, clear pricing. We craft customized quotes for our local moving company pricing near Minneapolis, using five key elements. This way, you only pay for services you want and need.
Unclear Pricing
Unclear estimates leave you wondering what the cost actually is, and many moving companies provide quotes in this category. That’s not our approach at Suddath. Our detailed breakdowns include the following costs: labor, transportation, packing materials, valuation, and those for any additional services—with no hidden fees.
Clarify Optional Services
Paying for unnecessary services can inflate your costs, another common source of frustration when you’re moving. We list a variety of services and their pricing breakdowns so you can pick what you’re willing to pay for and prioritize what’s most important: packing services, perhaps, or storage or help with disconnecting and reconnecting appliances. We’ve got you covered!
Weight and Mileage
One of these is a minor factor in local moves—mileage because local moves max out at 50 miles—and the other, weight, is significant. We’ll explain how each of them impacts your specific quote. Plus, if you’d like to reduce your quote, before you request one, reduce the weight of your belongings. Here are ways to consider:
- Determine what won’t fit in your new home (size-wise or decor-wise); don’t transport those.
- Throw away or recycle items with no remaining value.
- Give friends and family members items they’d like but you don’t need.
- Make donations to charities, targeting ones offering pickups.
- Hold rummage sales for unneeded belongings or sell them online.
Your Move Date
Finding a move date that’s both cost-effective and fits your timetable can feel challenging. Flexibility, though, can save both frustration and time. To avoid peak demand, don’t schedule moves from May through September. Week days can be more cost-effective then weekends.
Valuation Coverage
Moving valuation coverage can be confusing, especially how it differs from insurance. Our sales reps or move coordinators will explain differences in detail, making sure you know what kind of protection your belongings have. This information can help you make the right decision for your situation.
Get Your Customized Quote
Our local Minneapolis moving company pricing is transparent and straightforward, designed to meet your specific requirements. Other moving companies might encourage a cookie-cutter move or try to take advantage of you. When you’re ready for a moving quote, reach out. We aim to make your moving experience as stress-free and cost-effective as it can be. To help, we offer financing options.
SPECIALIZED LOCAL MOVING SERVICES
Packing Services
With our full-service packing team, you can get the assistance you need to get your local Minneapolis-area move prepped and ready to go, without any of the sweat equity. We use only the best materials and techniques.
Custom Crating
Unique items that are particularly delicate, fragile or irregularly sized, may require their own tailored, custom crates built to protect them. Our team consists of experts who will take measurements and build a crate to spec.
Storage Services
Not sure what's going and what's staying? We offer secure household goods storage to keep your personal belongings secure for as long as you need. In certain locations, we offer temperature- or climate-controlled storageto safely store delicate items like art, antiques, or wine collections.
White-Glove Moving
High net-worth clients are accustomed to the best, why should that be any different when they are selecting an Minneapolis local moving company? We only provide highly trained moving teams who are background-checked and experienced moving clients who demand the best.
LOCAL MOVING RESOURCES
LOCAL MOVING FAQ
In moving industry lingo, a local move is one that’s no more than fifty miles. After that, it’s considered a long-distance move. Examples of a local move, then, would be a relocation from Minnetonka or Stillwater to Minneapolis (or vice versa) or one that takes place within Minneapolis proper.
There’s no single answer to this question because each local moving company in Minneapolis can set their own rates and construct their own methods for calculating quotes. Although we can’t speak for any other relocation company, we’ll gladly share how Suddath crafts estimates for our local movers in Minneapolis.
Weight of Household Goods Being Transported
Bigger households, naturally enough, often come with larger moving quotes than smaller households do—and the weight of their belongings plays an important role. This highlights how, by reducing the weight of what you’ll have transported, you can save money. So, strategically decide what should be thrown away or recycled. Then, with remaining items, decide what to donate, sell, or gift. By doing this before getting your quote from your local moving company in Minneapolis, you can reduce moving expenses.
The Mileage of Your Relocation
This component is more significant with a long-distance move. After all, long ones top out at fifty miles.
Date You Book
Pick a moving date that falls on a weekday for the most cost-effective choice. Also, if doable, move during the off season, which runs from October through April.
Optional Services Selected
Not everyone needs the exact same packing and unpacking services or storage solutions. That’s why we’ve designed a flexible menu to allow you to personalize your moving experience.
Additional Moving Valuation Coverage
The concept of moving valuation coverage may be confusing. It isn’t the same as insurance. So, we’ve provided helpful information in this blog post as well as in the FAQ titled “Do I need valuation coverage?”
Ready for a quote with our local movers in Minneapolis? Contact us online!
When looking for local movers in Minneapolis and cost comparing, choosing a weekday move will likely allow you to enjoy a more cost-effective one. As another pro tip, if you can, avoid moving from May through September (the prime moving season) along when local demand spikes. The holiday season can be a good example of those spikes.
To further reduce your quote from your local movers in Minneapolis, prune through your unwanted/unneeded belongings before you reach out to the moving company. How? Toss or recycle items that have no discernable value any longer. If items are in too good of a condition to throw away, Minneapolis charities will often accept donations. Surprise friends and family members with possessions they would like but you don’t need, and sell belongings online, in consignment shops, or at a rummage sale. Then, you can use those extra funds towards moving expenses. Consider what might go into local storage, too.
After you’ve done all of that, get a moving estimate from local movers in Minneapolis.
According to one recent source, people are moving to Minneapolis for a reason that may, at first, seem surprising. By analyzing an average of forty indicators (such as housing affordability, hours worked weekly, and levels of financial anxiety), Minnesota is the least stressed state (therefore, the most relaxing) in the country. The state ranks fourth in quality of life and feelings of happiness. As if those aren’t enough reasons, more than a dozen Fortune 500 companies call Minnesota home along with plenty of startups and small businesses.
Reasons to move specifically to Minneapolis include its stable public transportation system, walkability, and well-maintained infrastructure. Attractions include the Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, and Sea Life Aquariums along with outdoor resources like Minnehaha Falls, Lake Harriet, walking and hiking trails, canoeing through Minnesota lakes, and so much more. You can eat well in Minneapolis and enjoy the state’s professional sports teams.
Each person needs to decide where they want to live, but we’ve listed reasons why many people say 'yes' to Minneapolis living. If you're considering a move, be sure to check out our detailed Minneapolis moving guide for all the tips and insights you need to make your transition seamless!
First, consider how you feel about packing. If it sounds like fun or you like to DIY—and you have the time to dedicate to packing—then, for you, handling it yourself may be a better route. If, however, you dread packing and aren’t sure how to fit it in with other moving-related and daily life tasks, then you may decide that, yes, it’s worth paying for professional packing services.
Our expert movers in Minneapolis offer the entire spectrum of packing and unpacking services: full ones when you want the entire burden lifted off your shoulders and partial when you want our expert team to box up designated rooms or certain belongings.
So, weigh your options, the time you have to dedicate to packing, and any other factors, and make your decision.
Ways to determine that are as follows:
• If you ask a local moving company in Minneapolis to show you their licenses and accreditations, pay attention to their response. If they’re reluctant to do so, then that’s a reason to proceed with caution. Suddath, by the way, happily shares our documentation upon request.
• Look at the company’s website. (If they don’t have one, that’s a red flag!) Do they offer the services you want and need?
• Review the company’s Better Business Bureau rating.
• If friends or family members have recently moved to or from Minneapolis, ask them to share their insights.
• Be cautious of anyone who shows up at your door, uninvited, to provide you with a bid or those who only want to give you a verbal amount. Legit moving companies won’t heavily pressure you to sign a contract, either. Pay attention to their truck. Does it have a professional-looking logo on the vehicle?