A move between two Richmond addresses may fit into a day; taking a household from Richmond to Roanoke or Virginia Beach also requires planning for mileage, road time and how the service is priced. In Virginia, the first check should be more than an hourly rate: the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) maintains a directory of authorized carriers, including household-goods movers, and publishes a consumer guide for people hiring them.
The DMV guide explains that intrastate moves of 30 miles or less may be charged by the hour, while customers moving more than 30 miles should receive a written estimate and the state information booklet. Carrier classification and the kind of operation matter; the permit in the directory should match the company that signs for and performs the move. If the route crosses a state line, the federal framework for interstate moves also applies.
This guide compares two Richmond listings that the state directory identifies as household-goods carriers. Cavalier Moving, permit 705, lists local service in Richmond and Central Virginia and says it handles long-distance moves anywhere in Virginia. On The Fly Moving Guys, permit 719, describes its core operation as the Richmond metro area and offers residential and commercial moves, packing and support for longer routes. That geographic distinction matters: an origin or destination outside the company’s usual area can change availability, price and logistics.
Favorable comments visible on the exact Google Maps listings provide another layer of context, without guaranteeing a result: Cavalier reviews repeatedly mention care with furniture, crew efficiency and coordination; On The Fly reviews include positive comments about the team’s manner, communication and help during specific moves. Selection also considers published services and state registration; it is not a quality certification and does not replace checking the permit when you hire.
Before requesting an estimate, prepare an approximate inventory, full addresses, floor levels, elevators, parking, heavy items and flexible dates. Ask whether the estimate is binding, which materials are included, how loss or damage is covered, who will drive the truck and what charges may apply for stairs, waiting, storage or distance. Read the Cavalier Moving profile and the On The Fly Moving Guys profile. The most useful comparison keeps the same inventory and services in both proposals and records price, schedule and territory in writing.
Sources consulted
- Consejos para contratar una empresa de mudanzas — Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Directorio de transportistas autorizados — Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Autoridad intrastatal y permisos de transportistas — Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Servicios, zonas y solicitud de estimación — Cavalier Moving.
- Servicios de larga distancia y zona de Richmond — On The Fly Moving Guys.
- Cobertura y contacto — On The Fly Moving Guys.
- Ficha de household goods carrier, permiso 705 — Virginia DMV.
- Fotografía corporativa del camión — Cavalier Moving.
- Ficha exacta de Google Maps — Google Maps: Cavalier Moving.
- Ficha de household goods carrier, permiso 719 — Virginia DMV.
- Fotografía del equipo en trabajo — On The Fly Moving Guys.
- Ficha exacta de Google Maps — Google Maps: On The Fly Moving Guys - Richmond Movers.
Independent editorial guide based on official regulator and company pages and exact Google Maps listings checked on October 17, 2026. Licensing, authorized territory, advertised coverage and availability should be confirmed for the specific route and date before hiring. Google ratings and review counts are stored as metadata and are not repeated in the profiles.
In Virginia, the permit, mileage and state line change what you need to check. Confirm the current DMV listing, federal authority for an interstate move and the exact service area included in the estimate.
Options to compare
These options relate to the question. Read each profile and check current details before deciding.
Cavalier Moving
6117 Staples Mill Road, Richmond, VA 23228
Based in Richmond, Cavalier Moving lists local residential and commercial moves, furniture assembly, loading and unloading, cleaning and long-distance moves within Virginia. The company limits its local work to Richmond and Central Virginia and advertises long-distance routes anywhere in Virginia. DMV lists Cavalier Moving LLC as a household-goods carrier under permit 705.
Based in Richmond, Cavalier Moving lists local residential and commercial moves, furniture assembly, loading and unloading, cleaning and long-distance moves within Virginia. The company limits its local work to Richmond and Central Virginia and advertises
On The Fly Moving Guys - Richmond Movers
16 North 8th Street, Richmond, VA 23219
The 16 N. 8th Street location serves Richmond and nearby metro communities. On The Fly lists residential, commercial, local and long-distance moves, packing and materials, move coordination, loading and unloading, and help with heavy items. Its website distinguishes intrastate Virginia routes from interstate moves; its local metro area should not be mistaken for local service statewide. DMV lists On The Fly Moving Guys LLC as a household-goods carrier under permit 719.
The 16 N. 8th Street location serves Richmond and nearby metro communities. On The Fly lists residential, commercial, local and long-distance moves, packing and materials, move coordination, loading and unloading, and help with heavy items. Its website di
Sources & references
Sources for the information and reporting discussed in this guide.
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Ficha de household goods carrier, permiso 705 ↗
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Virginia DMV · Accessed October 17, 2026
Registro estatal de Cavalier Moving LLC en 6117 Staples Mill Road, Richmond.
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Official website of Cavalier Moving ↗
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Cavalier Moving · Accessed October 17, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Fotografía corporativa del camión ↗
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Cavalier Moving · Accessed October 17, 2026
Imagen de camión publicada en el sitio oficial; versión local optimizada en WebP.
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Ficha exacta de Google Maps ↗
Primary source
Google Maps: Cavalier Moving · Accessed October 17, 2026
Opiniones de la sede de Richmond consultadas el 17/10/2026; puntuación y cantidad almacenadas solo en metadatos.
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Consejos para contratar una empresa de mudanzas ↗
Primary source
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles · Accessed October 17, 2026
Folleto oficial para consumidores: estimaciones escritas, distancias y preparación de una mudanza dentro de Virginia.
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Directorio de transportistas autorizados ↗
Primary source
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles · Accessed October 17, 2026
El directorio clasifica a Cavalier Moving LLC como household goods carrier, permiso 705, y a On The Fly Moving Guys LLC como household goods carrier, permiso 719; consulta del 17/10/2026.
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Autoridad intrastatal y permisos de transportistas ↗
Primary source
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles · Accessed October 17, 2026
El DMV explica la autoridad for-hire intrastatal, seguro, trámites y obligaciones del transportista.
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Official website of Cavalier Moving ↗
Primary source
Cavalier Moving · Accessed October 17, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Official website of Cavalier Moving ↗
Primary source
On The Fly Moving Guys · Accessed October 17, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Official website of Cavalier Moving ↗
Primary source
On The Fly Moving Guys · Accessed October 17, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Ficha de household goods carrier, permiso 719 ↗
Primary source
Virginia DMV · Accessed October 17, 2026
Registro de On The Fly Moving Guys LLC en 16 N. 8th Street, Richmond.
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Official website of On The Fly Moving Guys - Richmond Movers ↗
Primary source
On The Fly Moving Guys · Accessed October 17, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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request a quote ↗
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On The Fly Moving Guys · Accessed October 17, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Fotografía del equipo en trabajo ↗
Primary source
On The Fly Moving Guys · Accessed October 17, 2026
Fotografía de carga publicada en el sitio oficial; copia local optimizada en WebP.
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Ficha exacta de Google Maps ↗
Primary source
Google Maps: On The Fly Moving Guys - Richmond Movers · Accessed October 17, 2026
Opiniones de la sede del centro de Richmond revisadas el 17/10/2026; cantidades guardadas solo en metadatos.
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Consejos para contratar una empresa de mudanzas ↗
Primary source
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles · Accessed October 17, 2026
Folleto oficial para consumidores: estimaciones escritas, distancias y preparación de una mudanza dentro de Virginia.
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Directorio de transportistas autorizados ↗
Primary source
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles · Accessed October 17, 2026
El directorio clasifica a Cavalier Moving LLC como household goods carrier, permiso 705, y a On The Fly Moving Guys LLC como household goods carrier, permiso 719; consulta del 17/10/2026.
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Autoridad intrastatal y permisos de transportistas ↗
Primary source
Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles · Accessed October 17, 2026
El DMV explica la autoridad for-hire intrastatal, seguro, trámites y obligaciones del transportista.
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Official website of On The Fly Moving Guys - Richmond Movers ↗
Primary source
Cavalier Moving · Accessed October 17, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Official website of On The Fly Moving Guys - Richmond Movers ↗
Primary source
On The Fly Moving Guys · Accessed October 17, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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request a quote ↗
Primary source
On The Fly Moving Guys · Accessed October 17, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.