What Does a Move Cost on the Emerald Coast?
Moving costs on 30A and the Florida Panhandle depend on a few honest variables: the size of your home, the distance between addresses, how many stairs or long-carry situations are involved, and whether you need packing. Beach House Moving provides free, itemized estimates — no surprises, no hidden fees. Call (850) 842-1962and we'll give you a real number, not a range designed to get in the door.
How Our Pricing Works
Local moves
Billed hourly, starting at $195/hr for 2 movers and a truck, plus drive time. Fuel included in the rate. No fuel surcharges, no stair fees, no line items that appear only on the final invoice.
That rate is a starting point. Every move is different, so it's always best to call (850) 842-1962 for a more accurate quote.
Typical hours by home size, and what changes them: what movers cost in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida.
Long-distance moves
Fixed written quote before the truck rolls — based on your inventory and the miles. The number you sign is the number you pay.
Free estimates
Always free — no deposit, no commitment, no pressure. Call (850) 842-1962 and we'll walk through your move and give you a real number.
No brokering
Your job is never sold to a third-party carrier. The crew that loads your home is our crew, licensed under Fla. Mover Reg. No. IM4125, door to door.
How We Keep Hourly Honest
Hourly billing only works if you can check the math. Ours starts at $195/hr for 2 movers and a truck, plus drive time, published here and said out loud on every quote call, so you can do the arithmetic before anyone lifts a box.
One published rate
$195/hr for 2 movers and a truck, plus drive time. The rate is the same in every county we serve; it doesn't change by zip code.
A 2-hour minimum
Every job has a 2-hour minimum, whatever the crew size. You know the floor before you book.
Drive time, stated up front
Drive time runs from our warehouse to your job and back, at your crew's hourly rate. We tell you the rate and the drive time before the job starts.
Hours, not fees
What makes a move bigger (packing time, stairs, specialty items, long carries) shows up as hours on the clock, not as surprise line items.
Want a ceiling?
Ask for a not-to-exceed price when you get your quote.
Signed before we start
You sign the estimate and contract on site, before any work starts. Florida law requires a signed estimate and contract before any work, and any price change has to be a written amendment you sign (Fla. Stat. §507.05, §507.11). Here is how to check any Florida mover.
Watch the clock yourself
A published rate means you can time the job and check the invoice against it. The owners who quote the work are the ones doing it.
What Affects the Cost of Your Move
Home size
Larger homes take more time and more truck capacity. We’ll walk through room count and major items before quoting.
Distance
Local moves within Walton, Okaloosa, or Bay County are priced differently than long-distance relocations. We’re transparent about both.
Stairs, elevators & long carries
Beachside homes, 30A communities, and condo towers often have access challenges. We account for these upfront — not after the job.
Packing services
If you want us to pack, we include the time and materials in your estimate. No surprise supply charges.
Specialty items
Appliances, pianos, artwork, and oversized pieces require extra care and equipment. We price these honestly.
Timing
Weekend and month-end moves are in higher demand. Earlier booking often means more flexibility on scheduling.
What You'll Never Pay For
There are no fuel surcharges, no mattress fees, no stair fees that appear only on the final invoice. That's a reflection of how we'd want to be treated — not a marketing line.
Why the Cheapest Quote Usually Costs More
Every season, someone on the Emerald Coast hires the lowest number they were quoted — an unlicensed crew with a rented truck — and ends up paying twice: once for the move, and again for the cracked dresser, the gouged stair rail, or the deposit that vanished with no company behind it. A licensed Florida mover is registered with FDACS and required to carry real insurance. Beach House Moving operates under Fla. Mover Reg. No. IM4125 — you can verify it yourself with FDACS. When you compare quotes, compare what stands behind them, starting with what our coverage includes.
See what that looks like in practice on our reviews page and meet the owners — the same four people who answer this phone.
How to Get an Accurate Estimate
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Call us at (850) 842-1962 — a real person answers, Available 24/7, seven days a week.
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Tell us your move size, the addresses, any stairs or specialty items, and your target date.
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We’ll give you a clear estimate, usually within the same conversation.
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If details change before the move, we’ll update the estimate — no surprises at delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions About Moving Costs
How much does a move cost?
Local moves start at $195/hr for 2 movers and a truck, plus drive time — fuel included, no hidden fees. You pay for the hours worked (2-hour minimum) plus drive time. That rate is a starting point. Every move is different, so it's always best to call (850) 842-1962 for a more accurate quote. We give you a real number before we start, not a teaser range. Long-distance and large jobs are quoted up front. Estimates are always free — call (850) 842-1962 and we’ll walk through it.
How do I get a quote?
Call (850) 842-1962 or fill out the quote form on this site. When you reach out, it helps to have a general sense of your move size (number of bedrooms or a rough item list), your moving-from and moving-to locations, and your target date or date range. We reply within 24 hours, usually the same day, with a clear, honest estimate and no hidden fees. For larger or more complex moves we may ask a few follow-up questions to make sure the quote is accurate. There is never a charge for an estimate. Once you book, we confirm the details in writing so you know exactly what to expect on moving day. To get started, call or text (850) 842-1962 any time.
Do you charge for estimates?
No. Estimates are always free — no deposit, no commitment, no pressure. We give you a real number before any work begins. Call (850) 842-1962 and we will walk through your move with you.
Get Your Free Estimate
A real person answers the phone, day or night. The owners show up on every job.