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📍 Based in Marysville, WA · Serving Western Washington

Local Movers You Can Actually Afford.

Skip the Sales Calls.
Proudly serving Marysville and all of Snohomish County.
Offering great rates & service for all of your moves to and from Snohomish County.
Get your accurate online estimate in minutes with zero hidden fees.

5.0 ⭐Yelp Rating
45+Years
$150From/hr
✔ Licensed& Insured
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5.0 ⭐
150+ Reviews
45+
Years in
Business
50+
Cities
Served
$150
2 Crew
& Truck
2min
To Get
an Estimate
✔ Licensed & Insured
✔ Background Checked
✔ No Hidden Fees
✔ Family-Owned Since 1979
✔ Real Pricing Online — No Surprises
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💲 Our Rates

2 Man & Truck
Best for studios, 1–2 bedrooms
$150/hr
3 Man & Truck
Best for 2–3 bedrooms
$200/hr
4 Man & Truck
Best for large 4–5 bedroom homes
$250/hr
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📍 Service Areas

Based in Marysville — serving all of Snohomish County & surrounding Puget Sound areas.

Anacortes Arlington Bellingham Bothell Burlington Camano Edmonds Everett Granite Falls Lake Stevens Lynnwood Marysville Mill Creek Monroe Mountlake Terrace Mukilteo Seattle Shoreline Snohomish Stanwood + Surrounding Areas
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🚚 What We Do

🏠
Residential Moving
Houses, condos, apartments — local or long distance
🏢
Commercial Moving
Offices, workspaces, high-rises — minimal downtime
📦
Packing Services
Professional packing & unpacking from $70/hr
🛋️
Furniture Moving
Oversized items, pianos, specialty pieces
🚛
Long Distance
Statewide moves across Washington
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⭐ Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 4.9 · 94 reviews on Google

★★★★★

"Moving was stress-free from start to finish. The team was professional, careful with our belongings, and faster than expected. Will absolutely use Sound Moving NW again."

Sarah T. · Lynnwood, WA
★★★★★

"Called on short notice and they made it work. Ben was great to communicate with and the crew were hardworking and friendly the whole day. Five stars without hesitation."

Marcus L. · Seattle, WA
★★★★★

"Came in under the estimate too — which never happens! They wrapped every piece of furniture with care and reassembled everything perfectly at the new place."

Jennifer W. · Marysville, WA
★★★★★

"Not a single scratch. Pricing was transparent with no hidden fees. The crew showed up early, worked efficiently, and treated our furniture like it was their own. 10/10."

David K. · Everett, WA
★★★★★

"Moving a piano is no small task but these guys handled it flawlessly. Our piano arrived without a scratch. Genuinely impressive work."

Christine N. · Bothell, WA
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🛡️ Licensed & Insured

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UTC Permit
HG069611
Washington UTC
🛡️
Fully Insured
Liability & cargo
coverage on every move
Sound Moving NW crew loading a moving truck in the Seattle area Cardboard moving boxes stacked and ready for transport Empty room after a professional move by Sound Moving Northwest Sound Moving NW residential moving service in action

Moving Made Easy — 3 Steps

No confusing estimates, no surprise fees. Here's exactly what happens when you book with us.

1

Get Your Free Estimate

Fill out our quick online form or give us a call. We'll give you a real price based on your item list and distance — no guesswork.

2

Book Your Move Date

Pick a date that works for you. We'll confirm your crew, your truck, and everything you need. Small deposit required to hold your spot.

3

We Handle Everything

Our crew shows up on time, wraps and pads everything, loads and unloads, and does a final walk-through to make sure you're 100% happy.

Full-Service Moving, Done Right

Click any service to learn more about what's included.

Residential moving — family moving boxes into a new home

Residential Moving

From $150/hr · 2 crew + truck

Houses, condos, apartments — across town or across the state.

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Commercial office moving service — desks and equipment being relocated

Commercial Moving

From $150/hr · 2 crew + truck

Offices, workspaces, high-rises, studios — get back to work fast.

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Professional packing services — wrapped and secured moving boxes

Packing Services

From $70/hr

Experienced packers and unpackers for your home or office.

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Upright piano in a living room — oversized furniture moving

Oversized Furniture

From $150/hr

Large and odd-sized furniture, pianos — done quickly and safely.

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Junk removal and donation service — clearing out unwanted items

Junk Removal & Donation

From $150/hr

Let us declutter your life. You have enough to worry about.

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Two professional movers carrying boxes together

Labor Only

From $150/hr

When you just need some extra muscle — call the professionals.

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Know Your Cost Before Moving Day

Many factors can affect the final cost. Estimates are based on distance, stairs, the number of items, and more.

Studio / Small 1BR
About 1–20 Items
2 movers · 1–3 hours
$500–$650 approx
Perfect for apartments and small single-room moves.
Large 1BR / 2BR
About 21–50 Items
2 movers · 4–6 hours
$800–$1,100 approx
Great for 1–2 bedroom moves across town.
3 Bedroom
About 50–100 Items
3 movers · 6–9 hours
$1,350–$1,900 approx
Our most common move. Full crew, full truck, full service.
4 Bedroom
About 101–200 Items
3–4 movers · 7–9 hours
$1,900–$2,500 approx
May require a second vehicle. Walk-through available on request.
5 Bedroom
About 201–350 Items
5–6 movers · 7–9 hours
$2,500–$3,600 approx
Large home moves. Walk-through recommended.
Not Sure?

⚡ Rates start at $150/hr (2 crew + truck) and $70/hr for packing.
Payments accepted: Cash, Check, Card, Venmo, or Zelle.

Local vs. The Big Guys

National chains have call centers, hidden fees, and strangers handling your stuff. We're your neighbors — and it shows.

⭐ Sound Moving NW
National Chains
Family-owned & locally operated
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Upfront pricing with no hidden fees
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Sometimes
Online estimate in under 2 minutes
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Usually requires a call
Same crew from start to finish
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Rates starting at $150/hr
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Often $180–$250/hr
Live chat & fast response
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Call center queues
Full walk-through before & after
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Not always included
45+ years of moving experience
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Varies by franchise

4.9-Star Rated on Google

★★★★★ 4.9 · 94 reviews · View on Google ↗
★★★★★

"Moving was stress-free from start to finish. The team was professional, careful with our belongings, and faster than expected. I genuinely couldn't have asked for a better experience. Will absolutely use Sound Moving NW again."

Sarah T.

Sarah T.

Lynnwood, WA · Google

★★★★★

"Called on short notice and they made it work. Ben was great to communicate with and the crew — Jon and Austin — were hardworking and friendly the whole day. Five stars without hesitation. Highest possible recommendation."

Marcus L.

Marcus L.

Seattle, WA · Google

★★★★★

"Incredibly professional team. They wrapped every piece of furniture with care and reassembled everything perfectly at the new place. Came in under the estimate too — which never happens! Highly recommend these guys."

Jennifer W.

Jennifer W.

Marysville, WA · Google

★★★★★

"Used Sound Moving for a 3-bedroom move across town. The crew showed up early, worked efficiently, and treated our furniture like it was their own. Not a single scratch. Pricing was transparent with no hidden fees. 10/10."

David K.

David K.

Everett, WA · Google

★★★★★

"I was dreading my move but this crew made it genuinely enjoyable. They were positive, efficient, and went out of their way to make sure everything was exactly where I wanted it. Book them — you won't regret it."

Rachel M.

Rachel M.

Kirkland, WA · Google

★★★★★

"Second time using Sound Moving NW and they delivered again. Punctual, careful, and professional from first call to final signature. David handled our estimate quickly and the movers were outstanding. We won't use anyone else."

Tom & Lisa B.

Tom & Lisa B.

Redmond, WA · Google

★★★★★

"Moving a piano is no small task but these guys handled it flawlessly. They were calm, careful, and clearly knew exactly what they were doing. Our piano arrived without a scratch. Genuinely impressive work."

Christine N.

Christine N.

Bothell, WA · Google

★★★★★

"From booking to completion — smooth the whole way. The online estimate was easy, pricing was fair, and the crew was absolutely excellent. They even helped rearrange a few pieces we weren't sure about. Great company."

Amy C.

Amy C.

Mukilteo, WA · Google

★★★★★

"These movers were a breath of fresh air after a stressful week of packing. They showed up with good energy, worked hard, and got everything done faster than quoted. Real professionals who clearly care about the job."

Kevin S.

Kevin S.

Snohomish, WA · Google

★★★★★

"Outstanding service. The team communicated well before the move and delivered exactly what they promised. Everything arrived safely and on time. I'll be recommending Sound Moving NW to everyone I know who's planning a move."

Patricia O.

Patricia O.

Edmonds, WA · Google

5-Star Rated on Yelp

★★★★★ 5.0 · 58+ reviews · View on Yelp ↗
★★★★★

"We had a fantastic experience with Jon, Austin, and Bryce. They arrived right on time and got to work with a great attitude — friendly, positive, and incredibly professional. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone!"

Arni M.

Arni M.

Bellevue, WA · Yelp

★★★★★

"I truly can't say enough good things. Communicating with David to get an estimate was so easy. On moving day, Jon and Danny showed up on time and were so positive and kind the entire day. They made what I anticipated to be a very stressful move into an easy and painless experience."

Trine M.

Trine M.

La Conner, WA · Yelp

★★★★★

"I have used the Sound Moving NW team for two moving projects, both coordinated from out of state. Both times they helped our family without much notice in urgent scenarios — a can-do attitude and very personable service every single time."

Karen H.

Karen H.

Cincinnati, OH · Yelp

★★★★★

"Austin and Jon did a phenomenal job! They were polite, hard working, and took special care with our more fragile furniture. The whole experience from getting the estimate through payment was seamless. Highly recommend Sound Moving NW!"

Julie P.

Julie P.

Anacortes, WA · Yelp

★★★★★

"Sound Moving did an excellent job. Austin, Jon and Brayden were careful, cheerful, and hard working. They worked hard from 9am to 9pm and made sure all furniture was reassembled and we were satisfied before they left. We highly recommend this company."

Cindy R.

Cindy R.

Marysville, WA · Yelp

★★★★★

"Hired Sound Moving to move our furniture while having our hardwood floors redone. They were punctual, friendly and did a great job moving everything both out and back in. Highly recommend."

Stan M.

Stan M.

Camano, WA · Yelp

★★★★★

"Brayden, Austin & Jon were very courteous, respectful and professional. They were especially careful with my antique bedroom set — two of my most cherished possessions. They arrived on time and worked hard at getting the job done as quickly as possible."

Dana S.

Dana S.

Mill Creek, WA · Yelp

★★★★★

"Hired Sound Moving to move high-end appliances ahead of a kitchen remodel. The crew was prompt, friendly and professional. Gave great care to the floors and appliances, and the job came in under the previous bid. Would definitely recommend."

Ann M.

Ann M.

Bellingham, WA · Yelp

★★★★★

"Austin, Tim and Mat were prompt and courteous. They took great care moving our furnishings and garage items. Sound Moving gave us a great bid and were very competitive on pricing. We highly recommend them and will call them again!"

Birte N.

Birte N.

Arlington, WA · Yelp

★★★★★

"Great team of very hard workers with a can-do attitude. The crew seemed to genuinely enjoy each other's company which made the move so much more enjoyable. You can tell this is a team that takes pride in what they do."

Donna I.

Donna I.

Eugene, OR · Yelp

★★★★★

"Austin, Nigel, and Levi showed up with smiles and kept smiling throughout a very challenging day — including getting stuck in an elevator and rerouting to a new storage unit 15 miles away. I've moved many times. These 3 were exemplary. Highly recommend."

Sue E.

Sue E.

Saint Petersburg, FL · Yelp

★★★★★

"Dawn & Joey moved my mother-in-law from a large home to a smaller apartment. It was chaotic and they handled it with grace, humor, and utmost respect. The final bill was very fair. Highly recommend and I would definitely call them again."

Mel W.

Mel W.

Seattle, WA · Yelp

★★★★★

"Awesome movers. Very responsive at all points, helpful, professional, and careful — all at a good price. They provided exceptional care moving my wife's grand piano. That alone tells you everything you need to know about how they treat your belongings."

Phil C.

Phil C.

Bellingham, WA · Yelp

★★★★★

"From my first call to Ben until the final piece of furniture was moved, it was a pleasant and efficient experience. John and Noah arrived promptly, were professional, pleasant, and very careful with our belongings. My wife and I strongly recommend Sound Movers."

Robert R.

Robert R.

Seattle, WA · Yelp

★★★★★

"These guys are the best! From getting the estimate to unloading the last box — professional, fast, and affordable. Ben & Dan responded within an hour to my questions, and our movers Austin and David were amazing. HIGHLY recommend!"

Elise K.

Elise K.

Seattle, WA · Yelp

★★★★★

"Ben was the first nice person I talked to after calling 5 other moving companies. All I needed was help moving one large heavy cabinet — most said no. Sound Moving was more than happy to help. Austin and David were awesome, so kind and respectful."

Bobbie O.

Bobbie O.

Beverly Hills, CA · Yelp

★★★★★

"This company was everything we needed: warm like family, kind, patient, strong with finesse, and unrivaled customer service. Before they left, they weren't in a rush — they made sure we were satisfied and asked if there was anything else they could do."

Catalina P.

Catalina P.

San Jose, CA · Yelp

★★★★★

"Would give 6 stars if I could. Responsive, reliable, and punctual — and they actually came in under the initial estimate, which was already super reasonable. Special thanks to Corey, John, and Dawn for their hard work and great attitude on moving day!"

Justin K.

Justin K.

Seattle, WA · Yelp

★★★★★

"Amazing crew! Professional, on time, effective. Met all my expectations and I will definitely hire again."

Teddy H.

Teddy H.

Walla Walla, WA · Yelp

★★★★★

"These guys showed up on time and did an excellent job moving me from my former home (with a very challenging long steep carry) to my new home. Did everything with care and were so pleasant to work with. Would definitely recommend — excellent service at a very reasonable price."

Mabrannen B.

Mabrannen B.

Bellingham, WA · Yelp

Let Our Family Move Yours

Raised in Seattle, our father started his first moving company in 1979 and taught us from day one to be professional and focused on you — the customer.

Learning the ins and outs of the moving business since high school, we've continued that family tradition: putting customers first and delivering a moving experience you can actually rest easy about.

Sound Moving NW is fully licensed and insured, and every customer gets a personalized moving experience. There may be other moving companies — but none retain the customer appreciation we do.

45+
Years in the Family Business
5★
Star Rated
✔
Licensed & Fully Insured
✔
Kind & Respectful Staff

Based in Marysville, Serving all of Snohomish County & Surrounding Areas of Puget Sound.

Anacortes
Arlington
Bellingham
Bothell
Burlington
Camano
Edmonds
Everett
Granite Falls
Lake Stevens
Lynnwood
Marysville
Mill Creek
Monroe
Mountlake Terrace
Mukilteo
Seattle
Shoreline
Snohomish
Stanwood
+ Surrounding Areas

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Licensing, Legitimacy & Valuation Protection
Yes. Sound Moving NW is a fully licensed, legally compliant professional moving company. We maintain a $1,000,000 General Liability Insurance policy to cover property damage alongside full cargo coverage. We operate transparently under local and federal regulatory authorities with the following credentials:

Federal DOT Number: U.S. DOT # 4501511
State Permit Number: WA UTC # HG069611

Hiring an unregulated, unlicensed mover strips you of legal recourse. Unlicensed operators lack mandatory cargo insurance, do not undergo background checks, and operate completely outside the consumer protection laws enforced by the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC).
In compliance with Washington UTC tariffs, Sound Moving NW offers three levels of valuation protection:

Option 1: Basic Value Protection (No Cost)
Releases your shipment to a value of 72 cents per pound per article at zero additional cost. Reimbursement is calculated by multiplying the net weight of the item by $0.72.

Option 2: Replacement Cost Coverage with a Deductible
Full replacement or repair value minus a $300 deductible. Cost: $1.40 per $100.00 of declared value. Example: $10,000 declared value = $140.00 added to your bill.

Option 3: Replacement Cost Coverage (No Deductible)
Complete replacement or repair value with zero deductible. Cost: $1.85 per $100.00 of declared value. Example: $10,000 declared value = $185.00 added to your bill.
2. Estimates, Rates & Pricing Structure
All estimates are non-binding — your final invoice is based on actual labor time. We enforce a standard 2-hour minimum for all local moves.

By Item Count:
1–20 items: ~$450–$650  |  21–50 items: ~$700–$1,000  |  51–100 items: ~$1,100–$1,600
101–200 items: ~$1,800–$2,700  |  201–350 items: ~$2,600–$3,800

By Home Size:
Studio / Small 1-BD: 2 movers, 1–3 hrs  |  Large 1-BD / 2-BD: 2 movers, 4–6 hrs
3-BD: 3 movers, 6–9 hrs  |  4-BD: 3–4 movers, 7–9 hrs  |  5+ BD: 4+ movers, 7–9+ hrs
Our estimates are non-binding and reflect actual labor time. If the job finishes sooner, you pay less than expected.
3. Packing, Crew Training & Specialty Items
Unlike companies that rely on untrained day-labor pools or unvetted contractors, Sound Moving NW maintains strict quality control standards. Every crew member is required to complete a minimum of 24 field shifts before they are permitted to operate in lead roles on a client move. Regular training covers advanced professional packing techniques, precision loading, and damage-preventative equipment usage.
We offer partial and full-service packing and unpacking for both residential and commercial clients.

Full-Service Packing: Our team arrives with heavy-duty boxes, packing paper, and bubble wrap to safely package your belongings.

Self-Packing Rules: If you choose to pack your own items, all goods must be completely boxed, sealed with packing tape, and organized with a clear path left open for the crew. Loose items or items in plastic bags are not ideal for loading and may delay your move.
Yes. We offer oversized, odd-sized, and heavy furniture relocation — including pianos and safes. We utilize heavy-duty furniture dollies, specialized rigging straps, and custom ramp equipment to prevent structural damage to your property or the item itself.
4. The Pacific Northwest Factor: Weather & Traffic Protocols
Sound Moving NW implements a strict Wet Weather Protocol on every job:

Upholstered Furniture Protection: Mattresses, couches, and fabric chairs are fully enclosed in heavy-duty plastic shrink wrap inside the home before being exposed to the elements outside.

Interior Floor Protection: We lay down specialized, non-slip neoprene floor runners and protective drop cloths across all high-traffic entryways and hardwood hallways to stop water, mud, and debris from tracking onto your flooring.
We understand that navigating the I-5, I-405, and Hwy 9 corridors through Snohomish and King Counties can introduce unpredictable delays. Sound Moving NW schedules local moves with dedicated buffer windows to account for regional congestion. In compliance with Washington UTC rules, travel fees are clearly disclosed upfront within your estimate. Actual travel time is determined based on standard route distances between our dispatch warehouse and your location(s).

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No sales calls. No pressure. Just real pricing from a local team that's been doing this since 1979.

Or call for a free walk-through: 360-548-9216

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