Moving Services in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale is Value Added Moving's home base. The city sits between the beach and the Everglades, with neighborhoods ranging from Las Olas riverfront condos to Coral Ridge single-family homes and Plantation's suburban streets. Victoria Park's tree-lined blocks have tight parking and older homes with narrow doorways, and Lauderdale-by-the-Sea's low-rise buildings often have elevator reservations and move-in windows. Whether you're in a beach high-rise or a walk-up near Wilton Manors, your move should be planned around building rules, parking permits, and the access at each end.
We handle local moves within Fort Lauderdale, long-distance moves across Florida, and interstate moves across the country. Packing services and storage are available; ask about them when you request your free quote.
Neighborhoods and Building Access
Downtown Fort Lauderdale and beach high-rises often require a certificate of insurance, an elevator reservation made ahead of time, and set move hours. Older buildings in Colee Hammock and Rio Vista may have tight stairwells and no loading dock. Gated communities in Plantation and Weston need advance notice for truck access. Share your building's requirements when you schedule so they can be built into the plan.
Routes and Timing
I-95 runs north-south through Fort Lauderdale, connecting south to Miami and north to West Palm Beach and beyond. Florida's Turnpike heads northwest toward Orlando, and A1A follows the coast through the beach towns. Weekday rush hours on I-95 and US-1 get heavy, and weekend beach traffic picks up on Friday afternoons. A mid-morning or early-afternoon move on a weekday usually avoids the worst backups.
What Shapes Your Moving Price
Distance matters first. A one-bedroom apartment move within Fort Lauderdale costs less than a three-bedroom house move to Jacksonville or a cross-country move to California. How much you're moving comes next: furniture, boxes, and whether you're packing yourself or adding packing services. Stairs, elevators, and the walk from the truck to your door all add time.
Timing plays a role too. Summer is Florida's rainy season, and moves at the start or end of the month book faster than mid-month dates. Extra services like packing, furniture disassembly, or storage add to the total. Request a free moving quote with your details to see the breakdown.
Packing and Furniture Handling
Packing services can cover your belongings room by room, with furniture wrapped and beds and tables disassembled when they won't fit through doorways. Fragile items like artwork, mirrors, and electronics can get extra protection. If you're packing yourself, our crew still handles the rest of the move.
Storage Options
Storage is available if your new place isn't ready when you leave the old one, or if you're downsizing and need time to sort. Ask about storage when you request your quote, and pickup, storage, and final delivery can be planned together so you don't have to manage multiple companies.
Local and Long-Distance Moves
Local moves stay within Fort Lauderdale or the surrounding Broward County area. Long-distance moves cross county or state lines, whether you're heading to Tampa, Atlanta, or the Northeast, and we handle interstate moves nationwide. A dedicated customer advocate is available at every stage, from your free quote through delivery.
Commercial and Office Moves
Office relocations in Fort Lauderdale's downtown business district or Cypress Creek corporate parks often need weekend or after-hours timing to avoid disrupting your workday. Our crew moves desks, filing cabinets, conference tables, and IT equipment. Share your move-in date and any building restrictions so the move can be planned around your business hours.
Request Your Free Moving Quote
Fill out the quote form with your move details: where you're moving from and to, how many bedrooms or the square footage, your preferred move date, and any services you need. Questions about building requirements, packing, or storage?
Ask when you submit the form or call 888-325-5081. Value Added Moving's office is at 4005 N Federal Hwy in Fort Lauderdale.