By Vince Sanders
Updated: Aug 19, 2026
6 min read
Reviewed by Martin Pаnауоtоv
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Martin is founder of MoveAdvisor, formerly MyMovingReviews.com.
453 movers in Sterling
"I just called to get a quote and the man I spoke with on the phone was extremely aggressive and made me uncomfortable. He kept telling me I couldn’t find better business than him. Felt like he was aggressively harassing me. Yuck."
"Disgraceful doesn't even come close to describing the 'professionalism' of this company. Right off the bat, I was charged $75 for a deposit. I was securing a slot, so no problem. However, I received no receipt despite the charge. Fast forw..."
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"I would rate this company 0 stars if given the option. I had numerous issues with them throughout the entire move process: 1. The day before the move, my rep told me a different crew had been assigned to my move. I expressed concern about their p..."
"Moved back in May,completely dissatisfied with this company DO NOT USE ! From the start it was terrible,they were late was told on the phone the movers would pack things,they didn't said they didn't do it but would help us since we were told that,..."
"Accolade Moving & Storage (USDOT Number: 3368345; MC Number: 1079608) is not accredited by BBB nor a member of professional industrial associations. It is purely profit motivated and operates mechanically with deceptive trade practices without bou..."
"Bottom Line Up Front: DO NOT HIRE unless you insist on an in-person consultation AND a receive "not to exceed" estimate on your contract. Even then, I'd suggest looking elsewhere. Otherwise, you will pay way more than you expect, and then the comp..."
What to know when moving to Sterling, VA
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
The crime rates in Virginia show a lower incidence of both violent and property crimes compared to national averages. Over the past few years, property crime has decreased by 22 percent, while violent crime has dropped by 15.2 percent.
- Violent crime: 203.3 per 100k vs. national average of 325.3, a 15.2 percent decrease since 2022
- Property crime: 1346.3 per 100k vs. national average of 1546.9, a 22 percent decrease since 2022
- Burglary: 86 per 100k, 55.6 percent lower than the national average
- Homicide: 4.2 per 100k, slightly below the national average
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (CDE)
Schools & Higher Ed
In Sterling, there is access to nearby educational institutions, with one higher education option available in the vicinity.
- Postsecondary institutions: 1
- With College Scorecard data: 1
- Named institution: Patrick Henry College in Purcellville, VA
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED)
Weather & Getting Outside
Loudoun County experiences an annual precipitation of about 33.1 inches, with 104 rainy days each year. Snowfall is minimal, averaging just 1.2 inches annually. This climate supports a range of outdoor activities throughout the year.
- Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
- Ida Lee Park Recreation Center - 4.7 stars (1,044 reviews)
- Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park - 4.8 stars (539 reviews)
- Pev's Paintball & Airsoft Park - 4.5 stars (925 reviews)
- Leesburg Animal Park - 4.4 stars (1,467 reviews)
Source: NOAA Climate Data Online (CDO), Google Places API (New)