How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%82+44.7Reliability 24%68+16.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%74+5.2Craft & service penalty85−1.5Experts Score= 79Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.79SCOREMarathon Moving Services
Suffolk, VA · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #78Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 112 packing services · 4.9★ from 407 Google reviews
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Percentile vs other packing services (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.
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Customers hired Marathon Moving Services for 8 kinds of job.
Marathon Moving Services for local moving
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Fast, efficient, and they were available NEXT DAY! Great job moving all of our things with care.
Moved my things fast ! Were very efficient and were friendly! And helped me decide how rearranged my new place . Will hire them again!
Fantastic experience. The team was courteous, professional, and moved our appliances, furniture, and boxes without breaking anything which was a first for us based on past moves. I highly recommend Marathon!
Curtis, Kenny and Jay were absolutely AMAZING & WONDERFUL! Truly cannot say how much we appreciated their HARD work and dedication to seeing our move be SUCCESSFUL!!! If you are looking for a the best movers in Tidewater, make Marathon Moving your choice. Our move was from Chesapeake to Richmond. My wife said what…
These guys are top-notch. Quick scheduling, arrived on time, took care to protect my things, and made sure my POD unit was packed safely. Highly recommend!
Excellent work and excellent crew. A1 driving skills
UPDATE – September 2026: I am updating my review to warn prospective customers about my experience with Marathon Moving Services. While the movers themselves were satisfactory overall, there were several issues I found unprofessional. At one point, while two movers struggled to move a couch upstairs, the third…
Amazing moving service, was done ahead of schedule with everything moved quickly and efficiently Will be the company I use my future moves
Could not recommend Marathon moving more!! They were so careful with all of our furniture, while still incredibly efficient. And did it all with smiling faces! Will 100% use them again in the future. Thank you!!!
Milton, James, and Sean. Outstanding moving team, Professional gentlemen, And exemplary service. 10/10 Recommend. They came and got straight to Work and finished the job before I anticipated. I Will definitely use and recommend them in the future.
Marathon Moving Services did an amazing job with our move! James, Curtis, and Jay were absolutely fantastic and they truly know what they’re doing. I can’t thank them enough for making what could have been a very stressful day feel so much easier! They were professional, efficient, and took great care of everything!…
Guys were fast, polite, and easy to work with! Hopefully we don’t have to move again but if we do, I’m calling them!
Punctual, professional, and positive! It was close to 100° that day, but all three members of the crew wrapped, transported, and moved my mother‘s belongings up to the fourth floor with a smile on their face and the patients of a saint. I highly highly recommend this moving company!
Excellent experience with Marathon Moving Services. From Jennifer in the office to crew leader Curtis, they got the job done in a timely manner with positive energy all the way around! Curtis even helped me put the living room rug and pad down. So grateful for his help with that! Thanks again to everyone!
Awesome service provider! They were responsive, fluent communication, on time, did a great job and worth every cent.
Great experience. Movers were professional and fast with moving my more heavy furniture.
Curtis led an amazing team. They started on time and got done almost perfectly on time with the original quote and handled everything with care. Could be happier start to finish with the estimate and execution for our local move.
All in all the crew did a good job moving my house especially since the day we moved on July 3 it was over 100° but I do have one bone to pick that I found out the night of my move. My king size bed frame was not tightened down all the way and now rocks. Each side of the frame has 3 nuts and three bolts only 2 nuts…
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had an outstanding experience with Marathon Moving Company! Milton and James were absolutely amazing from start to finish. They were professional, friendly, efficient, and handled all of my belongings with great care. They worked quickly without ever sacrificing quality, and their positive attitudes made…
Top notch moving company with friendly, helpful employees. Highly recommended!
Curtis, Kenny, Jay and James were absolutely amazing. I had one day to move from Virginia Beach (3 bedroom House ) to an apartment in Newport news. down sizing. then to storage in under 6 hours and they packed up my house!!!
This was one of the most flawless moves we have ever experienced. The movers were professional, helpful and made sure to take care of our stuff but even more importantly they made sure to take care of us. They checked in on us and it was evident they care about the people. They were very quick and efficient but they…
This is my third or fourth time using Marathon. They've been great every time. Highly recommend
Great communication, was very careful with all my furniture, and got everything done within a reasonable time!! Definitely recommend their services
Marathon was AMAZING! They came early and ready to work! They moved all of my belongings from a 5th floor apartment to a house in 3 hours 🙌🏼 I highly recommend their services!!
After doing an extensive search for local movers and comparison shopping with other companies, Marathon Movers stood out to me for their reviews. Before I found them, I had given up and was going to settle for another mover that was overpriced but was available for the date I needed. Once I talked to Brian at…
Very professional and experienced. I have used the major movers in the area and Marathon Movers blows the out of the water. The staff and movers actually care about the customers and the customers possessions. Very competitive pricing with gold star service. They were on time and wasted no time completing the move without any issues.
Milton and Shawn were awesome! Moved all my belongings in no time. Such a great help and definitely use Marathon again!! Thanks again to you both!!!
As a Realtor, I see a lot of moves — and Marathon Moving Services is the real deal. They handled my personal move with efficiency, great attitude, and pricing that genuinely won’t break the bank. If you’re in Virginia and need movers, don’t waste any time — book the appointment. I’ll be confidently recommending them to my clients too!
Excellent move. Quick, kind and enjoyable. I would highly recommend Marathon movers.
Von and Kenny were excellent! Very efficient and courteous! This is the second time using Marathon Moving.. I will definitely use them again!
Got us in last minute, we had a big job too. Did a great job!! Very nice and hard working. Definitely recommend
Marathon Movers helped us with a crosstown move from Norfolk to Chesapeake. I was debating whether to get movers, but I am very glad I did. They were affordable, professional, and quick. They showed up on time and handled all of our items with care. The quote they gave us was accurate and there were no hidden fees.…
Marathon Moving was outstanding from start to finish. They showed up right on time, were professional throughout the entire process, and made everything feel seamless. The team was incredibly helpful, understanding, and worked efficiently without cutting corners. Their timeliness and effectiveness really stood out,…
Marathon Movers are best on time professionals I would recommend them highly to all friends and family. They were the best!
Professional and the nicest people you'll ever meet. Fragile valuable furniture was wrapped and treated like a baby. Milton and his beautiful sidekick will not disappoint you.
Curtis B & Kenneth were fantastic. Polite, friendly, professional, just can'tbsay enough nice things about both of them. They were efficient & careful with my belongings. Highly recommend!
This is my 3rd time using Marathon Moving Services and it won’t be my last. The team was incredibly professional, on time and ready to work. They worked quickly and efficiently while also handling all of my belongings with great care. The owner, Milton, has always been very friendly and goes above and beyond. I highly recommend this moving company.
Moving done quickly and professionally. They even neatly put everything in storage unit! Awesome work
I had a great experience employing Marathon Moving Services for the move of a 1-bedroom apartment from Chesapeake to Virginia Beach. I spoke with Milton on the phone and he explained the process in detail. The movers, Willis & Vaughn, were on time, pleasant and capable. They covered or boxed anything that needed…
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Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Local moving | 84 | $556–$1.5k |
| In-state moving | 21 | $958–$3.2k |
| Oversized-item moving | 13 | $209–$621 |
| Furniture assembly | 10 | — |
| Moving-related packing | 9 | $502–$1.4k |
| Object-related moving assistance | 8 | — |
| Moving-related storage | 4 | $351–$1.3k |
| Business & corporate-related moving | 2 | $527–$1.7k |
