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Truckin' Movers Corporation

Movers in Watts-Hillandale, Durham

Large homes with multiple levels and valuable furnishings. Full-service packing is worth it here because of the home sizes and the care needed for original woodwork and hardwood floors.

About Watts-Hillandale

Large homes with multiple levels and valuable furnishings. Full-service packing is worth it here because of the home sizes and the care needed for original woodwork and hardwood floors.

Housing

Larger historic homes, many from the 1920s-1950s, on generous lots. One of Durham's more upscale historic neighborhoods. Price range $400,000-$1,000,000+.

Notable Landmarks & Amenities

  • Hillandale Golf Course
  • Watts Hospital (historic)
  • Durham School of the Arts
  • Hillandale Road corridor

Moving Tips

Plan for a two-day move. Packing day one, moving day two. These homes are large with multiple levels, and rushing a 4-5 bedroom house leads to mistakes. We bring a full crew and the padding to protect original floors and woodwork.

Big Homes, Two-Day Moves

We recommend splitting most Watts-Hillandale moves into two days. Day one, our crew packs the full kitchen, the home office, the china cabinet, and every closet in a 4-5 bedroom house. Day two, we move everything out. Rushing a home this size leads to mistakes, and the original 1930s woodwork in these Durham Tudors, Colonials, and Georgians isn't something you can replace. Two days keeps it organized and keeps your home protected.

The homes are beautiful but they're also a workout. Multiple levels mean stair carries on most of the furniture. Original hardwood floors need runners before we bring anything through. Doorframes get padded, banisters get wrapped, and we take the extra time to protect woodwork that's been in place for almost a century. These aren't the kind of details you can rush.

For most Watts-Hillandale moves, we bring a 3 to 4-person crew and plan for 8 to 12 hours on move day, depending on the home. A separate packing day cuts that down and keeps things organized. Full kitchens, home offices, attics, garages. These homes have a lot of square footage and a lot of belongings. We can also arrange storage if your timeline requires it.

We've been moving families on Watts Street and Hillandale Road for nearly 50 years. If you've got a big house and a lot of belongings, we'll plan for all of it. Call us at (919) 682-2300.

What Watts-Hillandale Customers Say

4.9 out of 5

Based on 281+ Google Reviews

Since opening my window coverings business a few years ago, I’ve spent a lot of time getting to know other business owners in the NC Triangle. Between the Home Builders Association of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties, Wake Up Wednesdays in Pittsboro, and my weekly Bull City Business Leaders BNI mee

I worked with Truckin’ Movers for my local move from Durham to Raleigh and cannot recommend them enough! Jeff made everything easy to understand and was quick with the communication. Chris L, Alfonso, and Johntez arrived on time, handled everything with care, and were incredibly kind, professional,

Kim
Kim2025-10

Truckin Movers did a wonderful job moving my Aunt from North Carolina to Chicago. They were so easy to work with. Chris and John were so professional and friendly. They worked quickly but also were very sure to handle everything with care. Thank you for taking the stress out of the moving proces

Moving in Watts-Hillandale FAQ

Big houses on big lots. Multiple levels, lots of rooms, and furnishings that need careful handling. Truckin' Movers recommends a two-day approach for most homes here. Packing on day one, moving on day two. It keeps things organized and protects your belongings.
A typical 4-5 bedroom Watts-Hillandale move runs $2,000 to $4,500 with full-service packing. The larger homes with multiple levels take more time and more crew. We'll walk the house with you and give you an exact number.
Always. Floor runners go down before we carry anything. Doorframes get padded. Banisters get wrapped. Our crews have been working in Watts-Hillandale homes for decades and they know what's at stake with original 1930s woodwork.

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