399 movers in Madison
Guardian Moving and Storage
"This was a local House hold Goods (HHG) move DoD Contract. The movers showed up around 10:00am on day 1 as the company told me the day before, Everything after that was a disaster, They damage the townhome walls, door and floors. They did not care..."
Hercules Services
"A previous reviewer's comments sum it up..cheated and taken advantage of. My move ended up costing significantly more and it was not necessary. If you're looking for a company that provides costs up front and will handle your move efficiently an..."
Spartan Moving and Storage
"0 stars.. they will Nickle and dime you. come up with additional charges not on the contract, zero communication, break your stuff, bang up your house carrying stuff out. these people give zero cares about you. once they have your money which they..."
Allstate Moving and Storage
"They are NOT a moving company but a broker. Once you sign the contract, there is ZERO customer service. Once your stuff is loaded in the truck, they will jack the price by thousands!!! If you have damaged or missing goods, kiss them goodbye -- the..."
Easy Movers Inc.
"Our move was horrible. Broken and scratched furniture..broken irreplaceable pottery..lost box spring..and yet it was our fault because we packed things badly. Even if that were true a box that is labeled glass and is both punctured and crushed con..."
Childs Express Inc
"BEWARE OF [NAME EDIT], MOVE MANAGER OFCHILDS EXPRESS. HE WILL NOT COMPLETE THE MOVE AFTER BEING PAID. HE WILL DAMAGE YOUR FURNITURE. HE WILL REFUSE TO PROVIDE YOU WITH A CLAIM FORM. HE WILL OVERCHARGE YOU. USE ANOTHER MANAGER AND CARRIER THAT W..."
Lawrence Transportation Systems
"Charged me a full months of permanent storage even though my items where in storage less then the 30 days. Will not refund me the remaining days. Think long and hard before hiring this company to do your move. Would rather go through the hassle of..."
Harrisburg Storage Company
"We were moving 15 minutes away .They were to bring only the large items. We made this move once before. We knew now long it would take. It took them 6 1/2 hours to move what should of been one trip from house to house. There wasn't that much stuff..."
Witty Movers and Delivery
"Run…just RUN from these LYING FRAUDS! We literally experienced everything all these reviews of 1 star shared. Negative 5 stars will suffice. However, I did not see mention of all belongings being stored in a rat den that would become smothered in ..."
Harrison's Moving and Storage
"Worst moving experience of our lives! I've moved 7 times in the past 15 years, and Harrison's made this the worst one by far! Every thing started out well when the movers came to pack the house. It fit nicely in one large truck and some into a sma..."
Lytle's Transfer & Storage
"80-90% of our furniture was dinged scratched or outright broken in some way. Rather than packing dressers with clothing inside, they packed all items in oversized boxes - despite the fact that we asked outright if they were going to move them with..."
What to know when moving to Madison, VA
TL;DR: Madison at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree and 26.8% are renters.
- The Major Draw:
- The median household income is $70,694, offering a solid financial base for residents.
- The Reality Check:
- Only 1.1% of residents use public transit, making it a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Prepare for 44.8 inches of rain annually, with 113 rainy days, so invest in good rain gear.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,074, while the median owner-occupied home value is $350,800.
- With 8.9% of the population living below the poverty line, the community has a mix of income levels.
- Only 1.1% of residents use public transit, so budget for a car.
- Homeownership is relatively high, with 73.2% of residents owning their homes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Virginia's crime rates show a trend of decreasing violence and property crime over recent years.
- Violent crime: The state annual rate is 203.3 per 100k, which is 37.5% lower than the national rate.
- Property crime: The state annual rate is 1,346.3 per 100k, 13% below the national average.
- Notable trend: The homicide rate has dropped 43.2% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Virginia).
Weather & Getting Outside
Madison County experiences an annual precipitation of 44.8 inches and about 113 rainy days each year. Snowfall is minimal, averaging only 1.1 inches annually.
- Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
- Shenandoah National Park (4.8 stars, 18,543 reviews)
- Hoover Ridge Park (4.7 stars, 132 reviews)
- Graves Mountain Farm & Lodges (4.5 stars, 603 reviews)
- Early Mountain Vineyards (4.5 stars, 485 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
