⚡ QUICK ANSWER
➡️ MVMP (Military Veterans Moving People) is a veteran-owned moving company serving Virginia's Eastern Shore — Cape Charles, Onancock, Chincoteague, Exmore, Nassawadox, Accomac, and the Route 13 corridor across Accomack and Northampton counties.
We handle local moves within the Shore, long-distance and out-of-state moves, U-Haul and PODS loading and unloading, and military PCS relocations across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel into Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
Rates start at $200/hr (2 movers and a truck), 3-hour minimum.
📞 Call 757-330-0008.
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📋 QUICK FACTS
Service area:
Eastern Shore VA — Accomack & Northampton counties, plus CBBT routes into Hampton Roads
Move types:
Local • Long-distance • Out-of-state • PCS/military
Loading help:
U-Haul, Penske, Budget, PODS, ABF U-Pack — load & unload
Starting rate:
$200/hr — 2 movers and a truck (3-hr minimum)
CBBT toll:
Budget the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel toll on any off-Shore move
Owner:
Gregory Sledge — veteran-owned and operated
Booking line:
757-330-0008
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🚛 MOVING TO OR FROM THE EASTERN SHORE?
➡️ Whether you're moving into a waterfront place in Cape Charles, a historic home in Onancock, an island spot on Chincoteague, or out of state on military orders, MVMP (Military Veterans Moving People) is your veteran-owned moving company on Virginia's Eastern Shore.
Our veteran-owned and operated team — veterans and civilian professionals on every crew — handles the full range: short local moves within the Shore, long-distance and out-of-state hauls, and hands-only loading or unloading when you rent your own truck or container.
Careful, efficient, and precision-driven, whether you're moving one town over or clear across the country.
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📍 AREAS WE SERVE
🏝️ On the Eastern Shore (Accomack & Northampton counties):
- Cape Charles (23310) — bayfront living, golf, vacation homes
- Onancock (23417) — historic waterfront, arts and culture
- Chincoteague (23336) — wild ponies and island calm
- Exmore (23350) — Route 13 hub, small-town charm
- Nassawadox (23413) — quiet rural community
- Accomac (23301) — county seat, history and farmland
- Onley (23418) — commercial center, DMV location
- Parksley (23421) — historic railroad town
- Eastville (23347) — Northampton county seat
- Cheriton (23316) — near the CBBT approach
🌾 Also serving these Shore communities:
- Wachapreague
- Willis Wharf
- Melfa
- Painter
- Belle Haven
- Machipongo
- Bloxom
- Hallwood
- Temperanceville
- Tangier Island
🌉 Across the CBBT — Hampton Roads:
- Norfolk, VA (23507, 23510) — Ghent, Downtown
- Virginia Beach, VA (23451, 23462) — Oceanfront, Town Center
🗺️ Across the state line:
- Salisbury, MD — expanded amenities north on Route 13
🎖️ Military installations we support:
- Wallops Flight Facility
- NAS Oceana
- Norfolk Naval Station
➡️ Wherever your move takes you — on the Shore, across the Bay, or out of state — MVMP is ready.
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🧰 MOVING SERVICES ON THE EASTERN SHORE
🏠 Local & Long-Distance Moving
Moving one town over — Cape Charles to Onancock — or out of state entirely, we handle the whole job start to finish. Short local moves are our bread and butter, not just the long hauls.
🏡 Residential — Homes, Apartments & Condos
Bayfront home, Onancock apartment, or Chincoteague condo, your belongings arrive safe and on time.
🏢 Commercial & Office Relocations
Business moves on the Shore with minimal disruption to your workflow.
🎖️ Military & PCS Moves
Near Wallops Flight Facility, NAS Oceana, and Norfolk Naval Station, we run PCS moves by the regulations so your transition stays clean and compliant.
📦 Packing & Unpacking
Full-service packing and fragile-item protection on request.
🚚 Loading & Unloading — U-Haul, Penske, PODS
Renting the truck or container yourself? Our labor crew does the heavy lifting — both ends. We load tight and secure when you're leaving, and we unload and place everything when your truck or POD arrives on the Shore.
Loading and unloading route to 757-330-0008.
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🌉 WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU MOVE (CBBT & THE SHORE)
This is the part generic movers can't fake — real coastal logistics:
✅ Bridge-Tunnel toll & wind
The Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel (CBBT) charges a toll — build it into your budget. High winds can restrict truck travel, so we plan route and timing around the forecast.
✅ Seasonal crowds
The Chincoteague Pony Swim in late July draws heavy crowds — avoid that week if you can. Cape Charles beach traffic surges on summer weekends; a weekday or morning move beats it.
✅ Storage options
Short-term needs: Cape Charles Self Storage and Onancock Self Storage offer secure, climate-controlled units, and we coordinate load-in and load-out around your storage timeline.
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🏛️ LOCAL RESOURCES FOR NEW RESIDENTS
🔌 Utilities:
- A&N Electric Cooperative — (757) 787-9750 | anec.com
- ES of Virginia Public Service Authority — (757) 787-2936 | esvapublicserviceauthority.org
🏛️ Government:
- Accomack County Offices — (757) 787-5700 | co.accomack.va.us
- Northampton County Offices — (757) 678-0442 | co.northampton.va.us
- DMV Onley — 25020 Shore Pkwy, Onley, VA | dmv.virginia.gov
🏫 Schools:
- Accomack County Public Schools — accomack.k12.va.us
- Northampton County Public Schools — ncpsk12.com
🎉 Recreation:
- Kiptopeke State Park — beaches, fishing, trails
- Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge — ponies, birding, kayaking
♻️ Donate before you move:
- Goodwill (Exmore)
- Habitat ReStore (Onancock)
- County recycling centers (Accomack/Northampton)
➡️ Pro tip: call ahead to confirm hours and accepted items.
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❓ EASTERN SHORE MOVING FAQ
🗣️ Do you do local moves within the Eastern Shore, or only long-distance?
➡️ Both. MVMP handles short local moves within the Eastern Shore — Cape Charles to Onancock, an apartment to a house, a few streets over — as well as long-distance and out-of-state relocations. Local moves are billed hourly with a 3-hour minimum.
🗣️ Do you help unload a POD or U-Haul when I arrive on the Eastern Shore?
➡️ Yes. If you're moving to the Shore and show up with a loaded U-Haul, Penske, or PODS container, our crew unloads it and places everything where you want it. Unloading routes to 757-330-0008.
🗣️ Do movers cross the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel?
➡️ Yes. MVMP crosses the CBBT for moves between the Eastern Shore and Hampton Roads — Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and beyond. Larger trucks must meet size criteria and high winds can restrict travel, so we plan the safest route and timing and factor the toll into your estimate.
🗣️ How much does a move cost on the Eastern Shore?
➡️ Local Eastern Shore moves start at $200/hr for 2 movers and a truck, with a 3-hour minimum. Most local moves run $750 to $1,500 depending on home size. Long-distance moves are priced by mileage.
🗣️ When is the best time to move on the Eastern Shore?
➡️ Spring and fall are best — mild weather, fewer tourists. For a summer move, book a morning slot to beat the heat and beach traffic.
🗣️ Do you handle moves to and from Wallops Flight Facility?
➡️ Yes. MVMP specializes in PCS and civilian relocations at Wallops Flight Facility, NAS Oceana, and Norfolk Naval Station, and follows all move regulations for a compliant, low-stress transition.
🗣️ What if I need temporary storage during my move?
➡️ We point Eastern Shore clients to secure, climate-controlled options like Cape Charles Self Storage and Onancock Self Storage, and coordinate load-in and load-out around your storage timeline.
🗣️ Do you offer last-minute or weekend moves?
➡️ Yes. We keep flexible scheduling for urgent and weekend moves — important for PCS windows. Weekends fill fast on the Shore, so book early.
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💥 WHY EASTERN SHORE FAMILIES CHOOSE MVMP
➡️ We're Norfolk's #1-ranked veteran-owned moving company, now serving the Eastern Shore. What that ranking is built on:
✅ Veteran-owned & operated — discipline, reliability, precision
✅ Full-value protection — real coverage for your belongings, no runaround
✅ Exact start times — no 4-hour windows
✅ Transparent hourly pricing — no hidden fees
✅ Local, long-distance & PCS specialists — we know the process cold
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⭐ REVIEWS
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💰 EASTERN SHORE MOVING RATES
Local hourly:
- $200/hr — 2 movers & truck
- $250/hr — 3 movers & truck
- $300/hr — 4 movers & truck
(3-hour minimum on all tiers)
Additional:
- Piano & safe moving — $500 flat (local)
- Packing — on request
- Long-distance — custom by mileage
➡️ Most local Eastern Shore moves run $750–$1,500 depending on home size.
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✅ MOVING CHECKLIST
📅 1 month out:
Reserve your date with MVMP; start decluttering and donating.
📦 2 weeks out:
Transfer utilities (A&N Electric, county water); change address with USPS, banks, subscriptions.
🏷️ Move week:
Pack a "Move Day" box (documents, chargers, snacks); label boxes by room.
🚛 Move day:
Clear access for the crew, final walkthrough, and leave a review if we earned it.
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🔗 REGIONAL MOVING CONNECTIONS FROM VIRGINIA'S EASTERN SHORE
➡️ As a remote service region for MVMP (Military Veterans Moving People), our Eastern Shore VA team covers Virginia's coastal peninsula along Route 13, with Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel access into the greater Hampton Roads region.
We coordinate local, long-distance, and coastal relocations directly into Norfolk (23507, 23510) near Ghent and Downtown, plus extended routes into Virginia Beach (23451, 23462) near the Oceanfront and Town Center — efficient connections between the Eastern Shore and all of Hampton Roads.
Related pages:
- Long-Distance Movers → /long-distance-movers
- PODS Movers Hampton Roads → /pods-movers-hampton-roads
- U-Haul Load/Unload → /u-haul-load%2Funload
- Military PCS Moving → /military-pcs-moving
- DITY / PPM Guide → /dity-ppm-guide
- Virginia Beach VA Movers → /virginia-beach-va-movers
- Norfolk Movers → /
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🚀 BOOK YOUR EASTERN SHORE MOVE
➡️ Call Gregory Sledge at 757-330-0008 to schedule. Veteran-owned discipline, care, and efficiency — local, long-distance, or PCS, across the Shore and over the Bay.
📞 757-330-0008
MVMP (Military Veterans Moving People)