Carlton’s Moving Company - A Local Richmond Moving Company

(4.7 out of 5 / 88 reviews)

Richmond, VA / Moving services within 69 miles

Booked on 501 moves through HireAHelper

88 Verified Customer Reviews

Open Today - 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

9 years in business

Richmond, VA / Moving services within 69 miles

Booked on 501 moves through HireAHelper

88 Verified Customer Reviews

Open Today - 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

9 years in business


One of Richmond's Favorite Moving Companies

A Note from HireAHelper

We love working with Carlton’s Moving Company because they pride themselves in taking care of their Richmond, VA neighbors. After several years moving in and around Richmond we believe you'll love working with them too!

Relocation with Carlton’s Moving Company

Carlton’s Moving Company is a strong, energized, and upbeat moving company with experienced young and veteran moving men. We go the extra mile to get the job done. Showing up on time, calling to confirm with Customers, and making sure Customer satisfaction is our number one priority. We're available 24/7 including and holidays. I am personally on every job, making sure you get professional top-notch service. My crews are well-trained and background checked.

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Credentials

Insured Business:
Policy Number
Available Upon Request
Policy Issuer
Evolution Insurance Brokers, LLC.
Uniformed Crews:
I Offer Uniformed Crew Members
Yes

Moving Services

Move Help

Day Labor

Moving Reviews

Real Richmond area customers. Unedited, unfiltered reviews of Carlton’s Moving Company.

4.7
88 reviews
86%
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Michael S

(5) 11/22/2025 Annapolis

These guys, Carlton and Tyrone, were the best movers I have worked with over many years.

They did a great job. They were very careful wrapping moving and loading some very valuable items.

They worked at a very good pace, and everythin was done on time.

This was an auction, and some of the other buyers had problems with items. I asked for their advice, and they in turn helped them move bulky furniture out of some tight spaces.

They went above and beyond. I was a Military Officer, and moved many times. These guys were very good.

Thanks guys.

Amina A

(5) 11/22/2025 Frederick

Very Professional and Kind.
Great communication and great customer service.

Scott A

(5) 6/5/2025 Washington

Those guys rocked.

Kathryn B

(4) 5/28/2025 Fort George G Meade

They arrived on time, were professional and personable. They had some personnel issues that limited our job to just original 2 hrs with no option for any additional time but they did all they could in lousy conditions..it rained the whole time. I would def Use their service again.

Harben S

(3) 5/14/2025 Warsaw

I need someone to call me about damage to my floor

Debbie D

(5) 4/26/2025 Warsaw

They were on time, called to keep me updated on arrival time. Very respectful to me, the house and my furniture. Worked hard to get furniture in tough spaces. Helped unwrap my furniture.

Mark H

(5) 4/9/2025 Leesburg

Big Thanks to Carlton and the team. Great work, I would recommend them highly.

Rachel M

(5) 4/8/2025 Marshall

Prompt, professional, and very pleasant. A real pleasure.

John D

(5) 4/7/2025 Alexandria

Great work today from Carlton & T, they knew what they were doing and made everything easy today!

Mover's response:
In Jesus Name THANK YOU for choosing us !
- Carlton’s Moving Company

Blair H

(5) 3/28/2025 Chester

Man! These guys were Great! They were right on time, they were Professional and also Friendly. I didn't have a lot of directions for them but they were very receptive of the few requests I had and went out of their way to accommodate them. Also they know how to pack a container the right way. They absolutely knew what they were doing, im glad in the end I didn't try to pack it myself. They finished right on time. Worth the money. 5 stars, Highly recommended.

Get To Know Us

What can a customer expect after booking with you?

On time commitment, professionalism, honest hard work done right.

What can a customer expect on moving day if they hire you?

A call to alert Customer we're on the way. Making sure we carry all the supplies they will need on the job. Discussing expectations and details about the job.

How should a customer prepare for moving day?

Have everything packed and sealed. Dresser drawers out of dresser (if not, we will shrink wrap each drawer). Update movers on everything in House/Apt/Condo before moving.

What types of moves have you handled?

Long distance (100 miles) loading trucks, unloading,. Loading, packing; driving large diesel trucks to Pennsylvania for moving jobs, up mountains. Load/Unload antique furniture, heavy woods, lifting items up curved stairwells, moving safes that weigh over 900 lbs.

What's your favorite part about being a mover?

The appreciation from Customer that we did a great job.

What training do you provide your crew members?

200 pound Armoire hold for 10 mins walk 20 mins back and forth to see how long they can hold and how far they can go and to train their mind for heavier items in the future. Lifting weighs after work. Teaching younger movers how to pack a POD, Truck.

Local Mover Policies

Same Day Moves

We don't accept same day requests.

Next Day Moves

We accept next day requests at our normal rates.

Refunding Unused Time

We do not refund for any unused time.

Extra Hours

We can always stay at least 2 hours over the prebooked time.

Moving Equipment

Face coverings and gloves:
always included, no fee
Furniture dolly or straps:
always included, no fee
Hand tools for assembly:
always included, no fee
Hand truck:
always included, no fee
Plastic wrap:
always included, no fee
Rope:
always included, no fee

Hours

Sunday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday: (not available)
Tuesday: (not available)
Wednesday: (not available)
Thursday: (not available)
Friday: (not available)
Saturday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Hourly Price
$120/hr
for 2 movers after 2 hr min