PROFESSIONAL LOCAL MOVING IN TAMPA
Trusted Local Moving in Tampa
Don’t risk your lifetime of belongings to just anyone. With an overall 100-year history in moving, Suddath® has been a local mover in Tampa since 1973, trusted by people and their families to deliver reliable, quality local moving services. Our quality claim doesn’t come from us – that is according to nearly 500 Google Reviews from our Tampa customers, where we have a 4.8 out of 5-star rating.
Our depth of experience, extensively trained employees and supportive, customizable moving services are why we have been a reliable name in the Tampa-St. Petersburg area for so many decades.
A professional and experienced Tampa moving company. We have built on the trust customers have given us in order to provide better and more convenient local moving services to support an easier transition in Tampa Bay.
100+ Years
local moving experience
54,000
domestic moves each year
Fully Vetted
moving crew and drivers
250+ Hours
mentored training for crews
LOCAL TAMPA MOVING SIMPLIFIED
A Quick and Easy Virtual Estimate
We understand that moving is one of the most stressful times in life. Our goal is to simplify the local moving process, all the way from the initial quote process through to the final delivery of your goods.
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.
A Single-Point-of-Contact Move
Throughout your move, you will be supported by a local Suddath move coordinator, who is your direct line to any details regarding your move. They will act as your single-point-of-contact with everything related to your move, giving you peace of mind so you can worry less on your move and focus more on your new home.
If your needs change in any way throughout the moving process, you will have only one number to call to help make your transition smoother. Our team is committed to achieving excellence as the best movers in the Tampa, FL region.
Customizable Packing and Unpacking
Our team is trained to help you pack up your entire Tampa home, or they can come in and only partially pack – dealing only with items or rooms that you need assistance with. Of course, DIY packing is always an option as well. Our crew will come in on moving day to wrap and protect furniture and place all of your items and boxes into the truck for transit.
Simple Declutter and Storage Services
If you need assistance removing unnecessary items or furniture before staging or selling your home, our team can quickly come in and assist with temporary or long-term storage.
Our secure and climate-controlled 85,000 square-foot warehouse will keep your goods safe until you need them in your new home.
Understanding Tampa Local Moving Rates and Addressing Common Concerns
When planning a move in Tampa, it can be stressful to understand the costs involved. At Suddath, we aim to provide clarity and transparency in our pricing.
How We Address These Concerns and Avoid Surprise Costs
We focus on five key factors to customize Tampa local moving rates, ensuring you only pay for services you need:
Unclear Pricing
Many moving companies provide vague estimates, leaving you unsure of the final cost. Our Tampa moving company offers a detailed breakdown of all costs, including labor, transportation, packing materials, valuation, and any additional services. We also ensure there are no hidden fees, helping you avoid surprises.
Clarify Optional Services
Paying for services you don’t need can inflate your moving costs. We provide a variety of services and allow you to choose which ones you need. Our movers will provide a breakdown of pricing for each service, so you can determine what you’re willing to pay for and what’s most important. Whether you need storage, packing services or help with disconnecting and reconnecting appliances, we have you covered.
Weight and Mileage
The weight of your household goods can significantly impact your Tampa local moving rates. Because local moves are 50 miles or less, mileage is a minor factor but becomes more significant for long-distance moves. We explain how the weight of your belongings and the distance of your move affect the quote. You can reduce costs by minimizing the weight of your household goods before getting a quote. Consider:
- Identifying and not moving items that won’t fit in your new home
- Recycling or tossing items with no discernible value
- Gifting unwanted items to friends or family
- Donating to charities, especially those offering pickups
- Selling unneeded belongings to offset moving costs
Your Move Date
Finding a cost-effective moving date that fits your schedule can be challenging. Flexibility can save you money and frustration. Book your move on a weekday (Monday through Thursday) or during the offseason (October through April) to avoid peak demand.
Valuation Coverage
Understanding the difference between moving valuation coverage and insurance can be confusing. We ensure you know what kind of protection you’re getting for your belongings. Valuation is different from insurance, and our sales reps or move coordinators will explain how it works in detail, allowing you to make the best decision for your needs.
Get Your Customized Quote
Suddath provides transparent pricing with your Tampa local moving rates. Don’t let a moving company take advantage of you or fit you into a one-size-fits-all box. When you’re ready to schedule your local move, reach out to Suddath. We’re here to make your move as cost-effective and stress-free as possible and also offer financing options.
SPECIALIZED SERVICES IN TAMPA AND SURROUNDING AREAS
Piano Moving
Instruments are often the most beloved items in your home. Suddath has specially trained professionals who can successfully and safely move your piano and instruments so they are ready to bring music into your new home.
Custom Crating
Items that are particularly delicate, fragile or irregularly sized, may require their own tailored, custom crates built to protect these items. Our team consists of experts who will take measurements and build a crate to spec.
Storage Services
Our team can carefully store your household goods, even delicate items like art, antiques or wine collections. Suddath can safely pack, move, and store any of your household goods with white-glove care.
Boat Moving
If you’re moving from one end of Tampa to another, you may need to move your boat to a different marina. We can coordinate that service with one of our trusted partners. You will be ready to get out on open water in no time.
LOCAL MOVING RESOURCES
TAMPA LOCAL MOVING FAQ
A local move is one that maxes out at fifty miles in distance. After that, it’s considered a long-distance move. So, a local move could involve one from one part of Tampa to another or perhaps from Brandon, Florida to the city of Tampa.
Although we can’t speak for any other local moving company in Tampa, we’ll transparently share the factors that go into Suddath quotes for local movers in Tampa:
• Weight of your household goods: This is an area where you have some control. After tossing what no longer has value, make strategic decisions about what to donate to charities, give away to friends and family members, sell, store, or take with you. As you reduce your belongings’ weight, you can also lower the cost of your local movers in Tampa.
• Mileage of your move: The distance of your move also plays a role although, with local moves, it wouldn’t be more than fifty miles.
• Date of the move: If you can schedule your move on a weekday rather than a weekend and stay away from the peak moving season (May through September), then you could receive a lower estimate from your local moving company in Tampa.
• Services chosen: The packing and unpacking services that you choose from our flexible menu and the storage solutions desired also play a role.
• Additional moving valuation coverage: We’ll happily share your options, and here’s a resource to help. You can also read the answer to this FAQ: What is valuation coverage?
Suddath then bases the cost of your local movers in Tampa on these factors. Request your personalized quote!
Tampa is a beautiful city with plenty of nice neighborhoods to choose from when you move. Rather than make our own judgment calls, here are Niche.com’s rankings with the three top grades given to the uptown area, Hyde Park-Spanishtown Creek, and Harbour Island.
Plenty of people are definitely moving to Tampa, Florida! According to one 2024 report, Tampa’s metropolitan statistical area (MSA) is the seventeenth largest one in the United States. The MSA contains the cities of Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater along with the counties of Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, and Hernando. In 2024, its population exceeded 3.3 million. Furthermore, significant growth is projected: an increase of 2.4 percent by 2028 and 22 percent (745,000 additional residents) by 2050.
Reasons why people move to Tampa include the economy and range of jobs available in healthcare, finance, technology, and more. Compared to other cities in the Sunshine State, people in Tampa can enjoy a relatively lower cost of living, which gives them more purchasing power with their paychecks. Many people appreciate the walkability of the city, too.
Then, of course, there’s the weather. Tampa averages 231 sunny days per year and, during the winter, temperatures rarely dip below forty degrees. Residents can enjoy the sunshine and the nearby beaches.
No matter your reasons for moving to Tampa, Suddath is ready to support you with a customized quote for exactly what you need: nothing more and nothing less. Reach out!
Typically, a weekday (Monday through Thursday) is cheaper than a weekend (Friday through Sunday). If you’re looking for the most cost-effective move date possible, then here are additional tips. First, avoid the peak moving season of May through September as well as local spikes in demand. Next, before you get your quote from your local moving company in Tampa, reduce the weight of your belongings. You can categorize them in this way:
• Toss: When things have no value to you or to anyone else, throwing them away or recycling them can be the best route to take.
• Donate to charities: Here is a Yelp list of the best places to donate belongings to in the Tampa area. Besides expected ones like the Salvation Army and Goodwill, the site lists additional options.
• Give away belongings: If there are items you no longer want but friends or family members might, consider gifting them.
• Sell household goods: You could take them to a shop that takes goods and pays a commission on them when sold, hold a rummage sale, sell them online, and so forth. Money earned can go towards moving expenses.
• Store: If you can’t decide whether you’ll want or need certain belongings, you could put them into local storage while you decide.
After winnowing down your belongings in this way, get your quote from your local moving company in Tampa.
Safety is key! For packing that you’re going to do yourself, remove clutter first so that you have an organized space in which to work. Toss, donate, sell, and otherwise prune down your household items to the ones that you want and need.
Be careful lifting heavy items, and get help as needed. Pack books and other heavy items in smaller boxes so that they’re not too heavy to lift. Make sure, as you’re packing, not to overload boxes with weight. Seal up each box before it’s too heavy for one person to comfortably lift. Use a dolly and other equipment (in good shape) when moving furniture, appliances, and other large items. Strap them down carefully.
With mirrors and large pictures, make an “X” with masking tape across the glass, generously padding and wrapping them before placing them in a carton where they can’t move around significantly.
Avoid packing any hazardous materials such as cleaning products, batteries, fire extinguishers, candles, and so forth. Drain lawnmowers of gas and oil, empty firearms of ammunition, and so forth. Give your propane, kerosene, charcoal starters, and other flammable materials to neighbors who could use them.
Get friends and family members to help—or use packing and unpacking services available at your local moving company in Tampa.