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For local Houston moves, we recommend booking 2–3 weeks in advance. During peak moving season (May through August) and around the end of the month when leases turn over, dates fill fast and book 4–6 weeks ahead if possible. For long-distance moves out of Houston, give us 4–6 weeks minimum.

Local Houston moves typically range from $300 for a small apartment to $2,000+ for a large home, depending on crew size, hours, and services. See the pricing table above for detailed ranges by home size. We provide free, no-obligation estimates so you know the cost before you commit.

Yes. Johnnie T. Melia Moving & Storage is fully licensed by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TXDMV) and carries liability and cargo insurance on every move. Ask us for our license number we will provide it immediately. Any mover who cannot give you their TXDMV number should raise a red flag.

Stairs and elevators affect how long a move takes, which can affect the final cost on hourly moves. We discuss access details during the quoting process so there are no surprises. For apartment buildings, we work with building management to coordinate elevator reservations in advance.

We accommodate last-minute moves when availability allows. Call us directly to check do not assume the website calendar is fully current. Urgent situations happen and we do our best to help.

Yes. As an agent for National Van Lines, we are fully licensed and equipped for interstate and long-distance moves anywhere in the United States. We coordinate the full move from Houston pickup to final delivery at your new home.

Both. We offer full-service packing where our crew packs your entire home, partial packing for specific rooms or fragile items, and packing supply delivery if you prefer to pack yourself. All packing uses professional-grade materials, not grocery store boxes.

The ATA ProMover certification is the moving industry’s highest standard, administered by the American Trucking Associations. To earn it, a moving company must pass a thorough screening of licensing, insurance, complaint history, and ethical business practices. Less than 10% of moving companies in the U.S. hold this designation. JT Melia is ProMover certified.

Every item we move is handled by trained, full-time employees, not day laborers or temp workers. We use furniture pads, shrink wrap, dollies, and proper lifting technique on every job. Our trucks are maintained and equipped. And we carry cargo insurance that covers your belongings in transit. We will also walk through the home with you before and after the move.

We serve the entire greater Houston metropolitan area, including all inner loop neighborhoods, Katy, Pearland, Friendswood, Bellaire, Spring Branch, The Woodlands, Atascocita, Jersey Village, Sugar Land, Stafford, and all surrounding suburbs. See the full list above or call us if you are not sure.