About Collegiate Movers, Your Roanoke Moving Company

About Our Roanoke Moving Company

Collegiate Movers is a Roanoke moving company that has helped people across the Roanoke Valley move since 1999. We started with a simple idea: moving day goes better when the crew is fit, well trained and treats your home with respect. That idea still guides every job we take on today, from a one-bedroom apartment in downtown Roanoke to a large family home in Botetourt County or an office relocation in Salem.

Our crews are locally staffed with collegiate and athletic professionals who take pride in careful, efficient work. They live in the same communities they serve, so they know the neighborhoods, the hills, the narrow streets and the apartment buildings that make moving in Southwest Virginia different from moving anywhere else.

What Our Roanoke Moving Company Does

We are a full-service Roanoke moving company. You can book a single service, such as loading a truck, or hand us the whole move from the first box to the last piece of furniture. Our main services are:

• Local moves: homes, apartments, condos and townhomes across the Roanoke Valley with our local moving company team.
• Long distance moves: moves across Virginia and to other states with our long distance movers.
• Commercial moves: offices, shops and businesses with our commercial movers, planned to keep downtime short.
• College moves: dorm and apartment moves for students with our college moving services.
• Senior moves: patient, unhurried help with downsizing and moving with our moving services for seniors.
• Packing and unpacking: full packing, partial packing or fragile items only. See all of our moving services.

How Our Roanoke Movers Plan Every Move

A good move starts long before the truck arrives. Here is how our Roanoke movers work with you from the first call to the last box.

1. Your First Call or Quote Request

Call (540) 992-1414 or send our quote form. We ask about your current home, your new home, your moving date and any items that need extra care, such as a piano, a safe, antiques or a gun cabinet.

2. A Clear Written Estimate

You receive a written estimate that explains what is included. Local moves start from $350. If something about your move changes, tell us and we will update the estimate so there are no surprises on moving day.

3. A Plan for Your Move

We choose the right truck, the right number of movers and the right start time for your move. For homes with steep driveways, long walks or tight stairways, we plan the extra time and equipment ahead.

4. Packing, If You Want It

Our team can pack your whole home or only the fragile items, using quality boxes, paper and wrap. Our guide How to Pack for a Long Distance Move has tips if you prefer to pack yourself.

5. Moving Day

The crew arrives on time, walks through the home with you and protects furniture with pads and wrap before anything is carried out. Heavy items such as refrigerators, freezers and wardrobes are moved with the right tools and techniques.

6. Setup at Your New Home

Furniture goes into the rooms you choose, and beds and tables we took apart are put back together. Before the crew leaves, we walk through with you to make sure everything is where you want it.

Why People Choose Our Roanoke Moving Company

Experience Since 1999

Our Roanoke moving company has been moving families and businesses in this region since 1999. That experience shows in the small things: knowing how much time a move up a steep Roanoke hillside takes, which apartment buildings need elevator reservations and how to load a truck so nothing shifts on the road.

Trained, Athletic Crews

Every staff member is trained on the proper methods for moving your belongings, from delicate china to heavy appliances. Our crews are made up of collegiate and athletic professionals, so they bring energy and care to long, physical days.

Licensed and Insured

Collegiate Movers is licensed and insured, USDOT 861003. You can check any mover’s registration on the US Department of Transportation’s Protect Your Move site before you book.

Honest Communication

We explain the estimate, answer questions plainly and keep you updated on moving day. If you are not sure what you need, we will tell you which services make sense for your move and which ones you can skip.

A Local Company With a Real Address

Our office is at 84 Executive Cir, Roanoke, VA 24012. When you call (540) 992-1414 you reach a local Roanoke moving company, not a call center or a broker that passes your move to someone else.

How We Protect Your Home and Belongings

Careful handling is the heart of what a Roanoke moving company should offer. Our movers wrap furniture in moving pads, protect mattresses and upholstered pieces, and take extra care around floors, door frames, railings and stairways. Fragile items are packed with plenty of paper and padding, and boxes are labeled by room so they are easy to unload. Inside the truck, heavy pieces go in first and everything is secured so it does not move on the road.

If you have items that need special attention, such as artwork, mirrors, glass tabletops, antiques or electronics, tell us when you book. We plan the materials and the time those items need.

Who We Move

Families and Homeowners

From starter homes to large family houses, our Roanoke movers handle moves of every size, including garages, basements and attics.

College Students

Our crews are collegiate and athletic professionals, so college moves feel familiar. We can help students at Virginia Tech, Radford University, Roanoke College, Hollins University, Liberty University and the University of Lynchburg move into and out of dorms and apartments.

Seniors and Their Families

Downsizing or moving into a senior community can be emotional. We work at a patient pace, help decide what goes where and coordinate with family members.

Businesses

Offices, shops and warehouses can rely on our commercial movers to plan moves around business hours and get them working again quickly.

Areas Our Roanoke Moving Company Serves

We are based in Roanoke and serve the whole region, including Salem, Vinton, Cave Spring, Hollins, Botetourt County, Bedford, Smith Mountain Lake, Lynchburg and the New River Valley. We also move customers to every part of Virginia and to other states. See the full list on our service areas page.

Moving Costs With a Roanoke Moving Company

Local moves with Collegiate Movers start from $350. Your final price depends on:

• The size of your home and how many items you are moving.
• The distance between your current home and your new home.
• Stairs, elevators, long walks and parking at both addresses.
• Packing services and packing materials.
• Heavy, large or delicate items that need extra care.
• Your moving date. Weekends, the end of the month and the summer months are the busiest.

Read When Is the Best Time of Year to Move? to see how timing can affect your move.

How to Choose a Roanoke Moving Company

Whoever you hire, a few simple checks help you choose a mover you can trust:

1. Check the USDOT number. Look it up on the FMCSA website to confirm the company is registered.
2. Ask for a written estimate. A clear estimate shows what is included and how the price is calculated.
3. Confirm who will do the move. Ask whether the company uses its own crew or passes the job to another mover.
4. Ask about coverage. Learn how your belongings are protected and what options are available.
5. Look for a local address. A real office and a local phone number mean you can reach the company before and after your move.

Our guide What to Look for in Long Distance Movers explains these checks in more detail.

Your Moving Checklist From a Roanoke Moving Company

After many years of moves in the Roanoke Valley, we have learned what makes moving day calm instead of rushed. This simple timeline helps you stay ahead.

Six to Eight Weeks Before Your Move

• Request quotes and book your Roanoke moving company early, especially for summer, weekends and the end of the month.
• Walk through every room, closet, attic, basement and garage, and decide what to keep, sell, donate or recycle.
• Start a folder for your estimate, receipts, school records and new home paperwork.
• If you are moving for work, ask your employer which moving costs they cover.

Four Weeks Before

• Order packing supplies, or book our packing service.
• Start packing rooms you use least, such as guest rooms, storage areas and seasonal items.
• Submit a change of address with the US Postal Service and update your bank, insurance and subscriptions.
• Schedule utilities, internet and trash service to stop at your old home and start at your new one.

Two Weeks Before

• Confirm the date, start time and both addresses with your movers.
• Reserve elevators or loading docks if your building requires it, and ask about parking for the truck.
• Use up frozen food and pantry items, and plan simple meals for the last few days.
• Arrange care for young children and pets on moving day.

The Week of Your Move

• Finish packing everything except daily essentials.
• Defrost and clean the refrigerator and freezer at least a day before the move.
• Take apart anything you plan to take apart yourself, and keep screws in labeled bags.
• Pack an essentials bag with medications, documents, chargers, toiletries, a change of clothes and basic tools.

Local Tips for Moving in Roanoke

Every city has its own challenges on moving day. Here is what our Roanoke movers have learned about moving in this part of Virginia.

Plan for Hills and Driveways

Many neighborhoods in Roanoke, Salem and Roanoke County sit on hillsides with steep driveways and long front steps. Tell us about them when you book so we can plan the right truck and enough time.

Check Parking and Building Rules

Downtown apartments and some older neighborhoods have narrow streets and limited parking. Apartment complexes often have set move-in hours and elevator rules. Checking these early avoids delays on the day.

Watch the Weather

Summer heat, sudden thunderstorms and winter ice can all affect a move in the Roanoke Valley. We protect your belongings from rain and plan breaks in hot weather, and we stay in touch if the forecast changes.

Mind the College Calendar

Move-in and move-out weeks at nearby colleges and universities fill up moving calendars and apartment elevators quickly. If your move falls near those dates, book your Roanoke moving company as early as you can.

Think About Lake and Rural Homes

Homes near Smith Mountain Lake and in rural parts of Bedford, Botetourt and Franklin counties can have gravel drives, tight turns and long distances between the truck and the door. A quick description or photos help us plan.

Moving Day Tips From Our Crew

• Be there at the start. A short walkthrough with the crew lead sets priorities and points out fragile items.
• Keep valuables with you. Jewelry, important papers, cash and medications should travel with you, not in the truck.
• Label clearly. Mark each box with the room and a short list of contents, and mark fragile boxes on several sides.
• Clear the path. Keep hallways, stairs and the driveway free so the crew can work safely and quickly.
• Do a final check. Look through closets, cabinets, the attic and the garage before the truck leaves.
• Have a plan for the first night. Make the beds first and keep your essentials bag close.

The Values Behind Our Roanoke Moving Company

Respect. Your home and your belongings matter to you, so they matter to us. We treat every item as if it were our own.

Reliability. We arrive when we say we will and do what we said we would do in your estimate.

Hard work. Our athletic crews keep a steady pace from the first box to the last, without cutting corners.

Community. As a Roanoke moving company since 1999, we live and work in the same communities as our customers, and we want every neighbor we move to feel good about recommending us.

Moving With Kids and Pets

Moves are easier on children when they know what to expect. Talk about the new home early, let kids pack a small box of favorite things and keep their routines as normal as possible during the last week. On moving day, a relative, friend or sitter can give them a calm place away from the boxes and the open doors.

Pets feel the change too. Keep dogs and cats in a quiet, closed room or with a friend while the crew works, and move them yourself in your own car. Pack food, water, bowls, leashes, litter and any medications where you can reach them, and update microchip and tag details with your new address.

What to Expect When You Call Collegiate Movers

When you call our Roanoke moving company, you speak with someone who knows the area and the work. We will ask a few quick questions about your move, explain the services that fit, and tell you what affects the price. If you are still deciding on dates or comparing movers, that is fine. We are happy to answer questions and send a written estimate so you can plan with confidence. Our phone line is open Monday to Saturday, 7am to 7pm, and you can also reach us any time through our online quote form.

Frequently Asked Questions About Collegiate Movers

How long has your Roanoke moving company been in business?

Collegiate Movers has served the Roanoke Valley since 1999.

Where is your office?

Our office is at 84 Executive Cir, Roanoke, VA 24012.

What are your hours?

We are open Monday to Saturday, 7am to 7pm.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes. Collegiate Movers is licensed and insured, USDOT 861003.

How much does a move cost?

Local moves start from $350. Call (540) 992-1414 or send our quote form for a free written estimate for your move.

Do you move outside the Roanoke area?

Yes. Our Roanoke moving company moves customers across Virginia and to other states.

Can you pack for me?

Yes. We offer full packing, partial packing and fragile-only packing, with all materials included in your estimate.

Talk to Our Roanoke Moving Company Today

Whether you are moving across town or across the country, Collegiate Movers is ready to help. Call (540) 992-1414, Monday to Saturday from 7am to 7pm, or request your free quote online.