About us

Jacksonville FL’s Top Rated Local® Moving Company

About Us and WHAT MAKES OUR MOVING COMPANY THE BEST IN Jacksonville FL?

About 1st Choice Movers: Your Trusted Jacksonville Moving Company

Since 1996, 1st Choice Movers has proudly served Jacksonville and Northeast Florida with dependable, professional moving services. As a family-owned and operated company, we’ve built our reputation on honesty, reliability, and exceptional customer service.

Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, our experienced team is committed to making your move as smooth and stress-free as possible. We specialize in local and long-distance residential moves, commercial relocations, professional packing services, white-glove moving, storage solutions, and furniture installation.

We understand that every move is unique. That’s why we provide personalized moving plans, transparent upfront pricing, and highly trained, background-checked crews who treat your belongings with the same care and respect they would their own.

What Sets 1st Choice Movers Apart

For nearly 30 years, thousands of homeowners, businesses, real estate professionals, and property managers have trusted 1st Choice Movers because we deliver:

  • Family-Owned & Operated
  • Serving Jacksonville Since 1996
  • Fully Licensed & Insured
  • FL Mover Reg# IM891
  • USDOT# 1473292 | MC# 556261
  • Professional, Uniformed Moving Crews
  • Transparent Pricing with No Hidden Fees
  • Free Mattress Bags & TV Boxes with Every Move
  • Outstanding Customer Service from Start to Finish

At 1st Choice Movers, our mission is simple: to provide every customer with a safe, efficient, affordable, and worry-free moving experience.

When you choose 1st Choice Movers, you’re choosing nearly three decades of experience, a team that genuinely cares, and a company dedicated to earning your trust—one move at a time.

Reliable Movers You Can Trust in Place Holder

Long Distance

EXPERIENCE

Our professional movers in Jacksonville, FL, can handle residential and commercial moves and provide packing and organization services.

Long Distance

FULL-SERVICE

We treat your property with the same care and respect that we would give our own, ensuring that items receive the necessary attention during transit.

Packing and loading

OUR GUARANTEE

We handle your property and every item we move with care and respect as if they were our own, maintaining high customer satisfaction ratings.

Long Distance

Care & Respect

Our highest priority with every move is your total satisfaction from beginning to end. Provide us with your feedback, as it helps us maintain our high service ratings.

Long Distance

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION

We offer a free quote before your move so you can make an informed decision.

Long Distance

FREE QUOTE

In a location like Jacksonville, FL, our team professionally embraces every moving challenge, ensuring a service that lives up to our ratings.

Your Questions About Moving, Answered

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

We begin with a 10 to 30-minute phone consultation to discuss the specific details of your moving project. During this call, we will recommend the appropriate truck size and the services required for your move, factoring in the unique traffic conditions and logistics involved. We are happy to provide an onsite estimate if you need packing services or have unique project details, including any specialized items or city-specific challenges typical to areas like Jacksonville FL.

After reviewing our free estimate, we will collaborate to create a custom moving plan that meets your needs. To secure your appointment, call us and provide your contact details. It’s essential to evaluate your moving needs before making your initial call to ensure we can provide the best moving services for you. 

What questions should customers think through before talking to professional movers about their project?

1. Challenges: Inform the movers about any challenges, such as low-hanging branches, steep driveways, short timelines, or layover periods.

2. Specialty Items: Let us know if you have any specialty items that require special handling, such as a piano, safe, pool table, or antiques.

3. Number of Boxes: Provide an approximate count of the boxes you will be moving.

4. Type of Service Needed: Specify the type of moving service you require.

5. Packing Preferences: Indicate whether you will pack your items before the move or if you would like pricing for total or partial packing services.

6. Furniture Handling: Do you need assistance disassembling and reassembling furniture?

Our moving estimates at 1st Choice Movers use several pieces of information to create a quote as accurate as possible. This includes:

Our pricing structure varies depending on the type of move. For example, local moves in Jacksonville, FL, are typically charged at an hourly rate. However, you do have the option to get a flat rate. Long-distance and single-item moves, on the other hand, are quoted using a flat rate, offering a transparent price comparison that reflects the efficiency and expertise of our movers.

  • By sharing this information, we can better understand your needs and provide you with a more accurate estimate.
How can I find out how much my move will cost?

Our moving estimates at 1st Choice Movers use several pieces of information to create a quote as accurate as possible. This includes:

  • When are you moving?
  • Where are you moving to and from? This includes the location and conditions, such as the number of stairs and the terrain surrounding your home.
  • What kinds of items are you moving? This includes specialty items like pianos, antique furniture, hot tubs, and other large or atypical items.
  • 1st Choice Movers in Jacksonville FL provides a Simple Move Tool that allows you to get a quick, accurate quote for your unique moving needs. To get your free quote, visit our Free Moving Quote page.
How do you charge for moving services?

Our pricing structure varies depending on the type of move. For example, local moves in Jacksonville, FL, are typically charged at an hourly rate. However, you do have the option to get a flat rate. Long-distance and single-item moves, on the other hand, are quoted using a flat rate.

  • Check out our pricing page for more information.

Lutz FL relocation transport transport company unloading truck insured licensed licensed transport licensed