FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I know if a moving company is legitimate?
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), a growing number of complaints have been filed against movers lately – many of which are due to the “fraudulent practices… of rogue movers.” Minimize the risk of moving-day delays, damages, inflated charges, or loss of possessions by hiring legal, certified movers. Our license numbers can be found on the footer of this page.
Do I need to empty my dresser drawers?
It depends. If there are any breakable items in the drawers we recommend removing those item. If there are just clothes and soft items in the drawers there is no need.
How much should I tip my movers?
Although our movers are trained to never ask or hint for tips from customers, they are allowed to accept tips should customers feel inclined for the hard work they received. In terms of what to tip the movers, we encourage customers to tip whatever they feel is necessary for the job that was completed.
Can I book my move entirely online?
Absolutely! Start by getting your free quote by calling us or if you are ready, then, proceed to picking out your desired moving date and time. Next, a booking agent will call you to confirm your move and time. Finally, a big shiny Marathon Moving truck will arrive at your location at your chosen time!
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Truly – it's your never-ending support that's what keeps us going.
Great service and competitive pricing. Our movers, Willis, Breezy, and DayDay were so friendly. They worked hard and took pride in their work. Not a thing was damaged.They were also very patient when we had to change our intended furniture layout. Definitely recommend Marathon Movers. Almost forgot: the estimators were also excellent and, when I had questions, they were available. They actually answer their phones!
Suzan Gridley
13:32 13 May 25
Marathon was tremendous. Milton and the entire team was very professional while also being enjoyable to be around. Their responsiveness and quick turnaround really got us out a bad situation. Marathon took very good care of our household and personal items. They also finished below their quoted price which was already very reasonable. Marathon provided great value and peace of mind at an excellent price (which is all too unusual in these times.) We couldn’t recommend them enough. I would give them 10 Stars if Google let me! Thank you Marathon Moving!!
David Felling
02:28 02 May 25
Great services. Affordable rates
EvolveWithVon
19:46 30 Apr 25
I have moved a number of times in the Hampton Road area. Marathon Moving Services was by far my best experience, hands-down!
Austin Stone
16:21 30 Apr 25
The Movers did an excellent job!! Very courteous and professional
Julius Gibson
15:22 30 Apr 25
Thank you Milton and your team did an excellent service within 3hrs and was very professional and polite! Music was a plus thank you Marathon moving services
Tyrant
15:13 26 Apr 25
They helped us with a long distance move. Took great care of everything. No incidents and the most reasonable pricing!
Valeria Sordi
23:02 07 Apr 25
I have used Milton’s services repeatedly , they always take care of my things and are fast and efficient. Customer service more than 5 stars, I have no complaints and will be using them again more in the near future.
Jay Holmes
16:03 03 Apr 25
Milton and Jay were absolutely fantastic!!! They did an exhibition taking care of moving my furniture from my old apartment to my new one… they were very careful and so professional and friendly!!! I highly recommend Marathon Movers!!
Karen Bruzdoski
16:07 29 Mar 25
Devante, Jay, and Kenneth were the best movers I have ever had. They were on-time, very polite and carefull with all my belongings. They went over and beyond helping me out. The price was right on target and worth every dime. Please give this company a chance you will not regret it especially with this crew. Thank you so much!
DA Dixon
16:24 16 Mar 25
Great customer service from start to finish. Awesome job by very professional movers. 10 out of 10 recommend!
Lori Ann S
18:25 13 Mar 25
I I could give Marathon Movers TEN stars, I would! Very professional, friendly, knowledgeable, efficient, and hardworking. We had a lot of damage because of issues with the movers who loaded the trailer at our previous location. Milton helped us by writing an email to the owners of that company describing the condition of our household goods and why the damage was preventable. I highly recommend this company!
Tracy Starkey
16:02 12 Mar 25
Marathon Moving were absolutely brilliant from start to finish. Milton was super responsive and helpful in getting us a quote and setting the booking up - a great communicator throughout. On the day, he and his team showed up right on time and were knowledgeable, quick and diligent. We were packed and moved in no time and they took great care of all our belongings and furniture.
Alice Krainock
02:15 12 Mar 25
I was very pleased with the service provided by Milton and Shawn. They were on time and professional. They got the job done.
adrienne person
07:08 18 Jan 25
Extremely nice and worked fast and efficient!
viena diaz
18:42 09 Jan 25
I’m really happy with the moving process and the movers. Milton and Sean did a great job! They were very careful with my furniture and making sure they did not mess up anything!
Sondra T
16:02 09 Jan 25
Milton and Sean provided outstanding service while moving my belongings. Having moved regularly over the past 10 years, I can confidently say this has been the best experience I’ve ever had with a moving company. Marathon Moving Services exceeded all expectations with their professionalism and efficiency. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone in need of reliable movers. Truly a top-notch team!Of
Matt
16:20 08 Jan 25
I couldn’t have asked for a better moving company than Marathon Moving! From start to finish, the team was professional, efficient, and treated all my belongings with care. They arrived on time, worked quickly, and made sure everything was packed securely. Moving is usually so stressful, but they made the entire process seamless. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and friendly moving service. I’ll definitely be using them again for my next move!
Ky
16:50 31 Dec 24
My sister and I were in a dither! We had a U-Haul amount of items she was taking to Alabama. We were afraid to pack the van.and were pressed for time. We called Marathon and Milton and his crew were able to come the next morning and got my sister prepared to hit the road the next day! We felt so relieved to have a professional do the packing for us!! Thank you, guys!
Jeanette Hedrick
19:45 03 Dec 24
Russell and Shawn were very patient, thorough and organized. I'd hire them again anythime!
Sherry Sonken
18:01 03 Dec 24
Marathon Movers were excellent. They were on time, professional, courteous, and both wrapped and moved my belongings very quickly and securely. Both the packing crew (Milton, Willis, and Kenny) and the moving crew (Willis, Vic, DeMonta, and Kenny) did an awesome job across the board.
Cameron Mackley
15:04 01 Dec 24
I hired this moving company to load a moving pod for my family on 11/9/24. The guys showed on time and ready to work. They are organized, professional looking and hardworking. If you want a professional move without damaged walls, your furniture wrapped and protected as well as timely move. Hire this moving company; you can't go wrong! Will and Tay you guys rock!
Gloria Epperson
19:18 11 Nov 24
We are a military family, so we move a lot and this company has been our best experience with movers, hands down. They were fast, polite, and took great care with our things. I would hire them again in a heart beat. Great company and people.
Ashley Austin
19:06 02 Nov 24
Milton and his crew were phenomenal from start to finish. I work with them often and they are always professional, fast and efficient. I definitely recommend them and will be using them again in the future!
Xavia Hunt
18:21 30 Oct 24
Milton and his team were fantastic! If you are considering Marathon Moving Services, just do it! It was a local move and so they quoted me an hourly rate (rather than by volume) which worked really well since I was unsure of how much stuff I would pack. They sent reminders before the actual move day and showed up on time. All three guys hustled and took good care of my belongings. Nothing was damaged and they didn't try to add on any additional fees at the end. I am grateful to have found them and I will be recommending them to anyone in the area who needs movers. Thanks Marathon!
Katrina
13:07 30 Oct 24
5 stars! Friendly. Fast. Efficient.
Willis Powell
14:53 27 Oct 24
Quick, gentle, efficient! Great service
D
14:45 27 Oct 24
EXCELLENT communication, service, and delivery. I will always use Marathon. Great job!
Stephen Leftwich
12:35 20 Oct 24
Milton is downright the most professional, honest company I have ever dealt with, and more than anything, he is fair! I've used two different companies in the past that DAMAGED ALL MY THINGS and upcharged. I won't even say their names on this platform yet. If you want things done, GO WITH THE MARATHON MOVING COMPANY. I'll forever use them for all my relocation needs 😉
Ms Yana
23:54 12 Oct 24
Great Job, Thanks!
2025
18:27 10 Oct 24
Marathon Movers is an outstanding moving service!
Texas Consumer
23:56 19 Sep 24
Great experience! The mover staff was simply amazing!
Christopher Willis
01:07 31 Aug 24
Hired a two man team from Marathon moving. Amazing! So professional and very affordable. They went above and beyond. I would recommend this company to anyone.
Collie Colon
18:41 30 Aug 24
Marathon movers were extremely professional and very courteous. If you have a chance to work with Will, Tay, and Von you won’t be disappointed! They move fast and carefully. I would definitely recommend!
WilliamB Mack
20:06 25 Aug 24
Will and Von were amazing. Very professional, and they move us out and in so swiftly. They were very polite and they both were able to get bulky items, my wife and I couldn't, up a flight a stairs easily. We called early on a Sunday morning, and they were at our house with in a couple hours. We highly recommend Marathon to anybody and everyone.
Chris Penn
02:08 05 Aug 24
Fast, professional, easy to work with, great experience
Catherine
15:10 03 Aug 24
Friendly crew. Swift and efficient. I recommend these guys!
Robert Larson
17:31 14 Jul 24
I recently had the pleasure of using Marathon Moving Services, and I can't recommend them enough. I reached out to them last minute, literally the day before my move. Although there was a slight hiccup with the booking--my original 8:30 AM slot was double-booked--Milton reached out to me around 6 PM to inform me. Despite the inconvenience, he assured me he could fit me in at 12:30 PM. This actually worked out for the better, and I'm grateful for his flexibility.Milton and his team were professional, efficient, and excellent communicators throughout the entire process. I had labeled my items ahead of time, and they followed these labels meticulously, making both the transporting and unpacking processes a breeze. They also went above and beyond by taking down my mounted TV, which I hadn't mentioned in advance.The team carefully loaded the truck with great care and precision. At no point did I feel my items were at risk, which included delicate items like a projector screen, TV, and several desks. Everything was executed flawlessly and within a reasonable amount of time.Their process was very efficient, starting with an online form where I could input details about my move. Milton then called me to go over the details, which made the entire planning process smooth and stress-free.Overall, Marathon Moving Services exceeded my expectations. I will definitely hire Milton and the team again for any future moves. Highly recommended!
Eric is cool.
19:22 22 Jun 24
Best movers I’ve had!! Thank you!!
Connor Robison
17:51 01 Jun 24
