Reviewed by Pat Dodson, Executive Vice President
Pat has 17 years in moving and storage and serves as an engineer with the Fort Worth Fire Department. A U.S. Navy veteran, he oversees operations across all four Texas locations. Last reviewed 2026.
Firefighting’s Finest Moving and Storage is a trusted moving company serving Mesquite, TX. We have handled local moves, long distance moves, and full service relocations across Mesquite since 2001. Our movers in Mesquite are uniformed, background checked, and trained to handle everything from established neighborhoods near downtown to newer homes on the east side of the city. We are owned and operated by off duty firefighters and military veterans, and we hold an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.
You trust firefighters to protect your home in an emergency. The same standard applies when our moving services in Mesquite carry your furniture out of a longtime family home or a new build near the city limits.
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Mesquite sits mostly in Dallas County, with part of the city reaching into Kaufman County. More than 150,000 people live here, making it the 22nd most populous city in Texas. Mesquite was founded in 1873 by the Texas and Pacific Railway and incorporated in 1887. It sits at the crossroads of four major highways, Interstate 30, Interstate 635, Interstate 20, and US Highway 80, which makes it one of the more connected suburbs in the DFW metroplex. The Texas Legislature officially named Mesquite the Rodeo Capital of Texas, and the Mesquite Championship Rodeo has run in the city since 1958.
Our uniformed, background checked crews cover all of Mesquite. We never broker your move out to another company, and we never bring in day labor. The crew that gives your quote is the same crew that shows up on moving day.
Licensed and insured: TX DMV No. 006924557C. US DOT 2783472. MC #1016781.
Cost of Local Movers in Mesquite
Hiring local movers in Mesquite typically costs between $650 and $3,200. The price depends on the size of your home, the number of movers and trucks needed, and how many hours the job takes. The table below shows our standard local move range across the Dallas Fort Worth area, including Mesquite, along with the hourly rate that range works out to for each crew size. These numbers are planning estimates based on typical job totals, not a fixed hourly rate card. Your written estimate will depend on your inventory, your access, and the distance.
| Home size | Crew | Total range | Hours | Estimated hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 2 movers | $650 to $900 | 4 to 5 hrs | roughly $130 to $225/hr |
| 2 bedroom | 2 to 3 movers | $900 to $1,500 | 5 to 6 hrs | roughly $150 to $300/hr |
| 3 bedroom | 3 to 4 movers | $1,500 to $2,200 | 6 to 8 hrs | roughly $188 to $367/hr |
| 4 bedroom | 4 to 6 movers, 1 to 2 trucks | $2,200 to $3,200 | 8 to 10 hrs | roughly $220 to $400/hr |
| 5+ bedroom | 5+ movers, 2+ trucks | $3,200 and up | 10+ hrs | $320/hr and up |
Typical local moving costs in Mesquite, TX. The hourly rate column is calculated from the total range and hours shown, not a published flat rate. Request a written estimate for your address.
What Your Estimate Includes
- The crew and the truck
- Loading and unloading
- Pad wrapping and blanket protection
- Dollies and moving equipment
- Basic disassembly and reassembly of standard furniture. Our crews cannot break down or assemble cribs under any circumstance.
- Texas standard released value protection at $0.60 per pound per item
What Costs Extra
- Packing services and packing materials
- A fuel or travel fee based on total distance
- Specialty item handling for gun safes, pianos, televisions, and fine art
- Full Value Protection, if you choose to upgrade your coverage
Why two Mesquite moves with the same size home can cost different amounts. It usually is not the square footage. A one story home in a newer neighborhood where the truck parks right at the driveway moves fast. A longtime family home with a detached garage, a long carry to the street, or narrow alley access takes longer. Access changes the price more than room count does. Tell us your street and your parking situation when you request an estimate, so the number you get matches the invoice.
How you pay. Our rates are generally quoted with a cash or check discount. We accept credit cards, but the discount does not apply to card payments. A service deposit is due at booking. Your written estimate is what counts. Ask your moving consultant to confirm crew size, hours, and coverage before you book.
Moving Services in Mesquite
Residential Moves Across Mesquite Neighborhoods
Whether you are moving into an established home near downtown, a newer build on the east side, or a property near Lake Ray Hubbard, our Dallas area residential movers protect what matters. We lay down floor runners, pad wrap furniture, and take extra care with older doorways and detached garages.
Local Moves Inside Mesquite
A lot of our Mesquite work stays within the city, from an apartment near I-635 to a family home off Gus Thomasson Road. Our local movers bill by the hour and match the crew size to your home, your stairs, and any gate or parking rules.
Long Distance Moves Out of Mesquite
Relocating out of Mesquite for a new job or a move to another state? Our long distance movers handle the full inventory, secure loading, and a clear delivery window.
Office and Business Moves Along the Highway Crossroads
Mesquite sits where four major highways meet, which makes it a practical base for warehouses, retail, and small business. Our commercial movers relocate offices and equipment on a schedule that keeps downtime low, including evenings and weekends.
Packing and Specialty Items
Longtime family homes often hold decades of belongings that need extra care. Our packing services cover full or partial packing, and our crews are trained to handle specialty items like pianos, gun safes, antiques, and fine art.
Storage for Mesquite Moves
If your closing date shifts or you need space during a remodel, our climate controlled storage keeps your belongings safe from Texas heat and humidity, for a few days or a few months.
Approved military movers. Mesquite families facing a PCS move can rely on us as an approved military moving provider, held to the standards service members expect.
What Our Crews Plan For in Mesquite
Mesquite has a few things that make it different from other suburbs. Here is what our crews check before moving day.
- Four highways meeting in one city. Interstate 30, Interstate 635, Interstate 20, and US Highway 80 all run through Mesquite. We plan truck routes and arrival times around peak traffic on these corridors instead of fighting it.
- Rodeo weekends. Mesquite is the legislatively named Rodeo Capital of Texas, and the Mesquite Championship Rodeo draws crowds on rodeo nights. We check the event calendar near downtown before scheduling moves in that area.
- Two counties, one city. Most of Mesquite sits in Dallas County, but part of the city crosses into Kaufman County. We confirm your exact address so we know which county rules apply.
- Established neighborhoods with mature trees and detached garages. Many Mesquite homes were built decades ago and have layouts different from newer builds. We check driveway width and alley access ahead of time.
- Mesquite ISD calendar. We schedule family moves around the school year when we can, so a move does not land in the middle of a semester unless it has to.
- Texas heat. For summer moves and gaps between closings, we recommend climate controlled storage over a standard metal unit so heat and humidity do not damage wood, electronics, or artwork.
Mesquite in Numbers
- 150,108 residents as of the 2020 census, the 22nd most populous city in Texas
- 4 major highways meet in Mesquite, I-30, I-635, I-20, and US-80
- 2 counties, mostly Dallas County, with part of the city in Kaufman County
- Since 2001, founded by two off duty firefighters, now four Texas locations
Why Mesquite Trusts Firefighting’s Finest
When you let a crew into your home, who they are matters. Everyone on your Mesquite move is a uniformed, background checked, drug tested employee. We do not use subcontractors or day labor. We have held an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau for more than twenty years. We are recognized as a Southwest Movers Association Pinnacle Mover, and we are fully licensed and insured under TX DMV No. 006924557C, US DOT 2783472, and MC #1016781. We run our company on five values we call S.E.R.V.E: Safety, Excellence, Relationships, Value, and Ethics.
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Mesquite Moving FAQs
How much does it cost to hire movers in Mesquite?
Hiring local movers in Mesquite typically costs between $650 and $3,200. The price depends on your home size, crew size, and how many hours the move takes.
What county is Mesquite in?
Most of Mesquite is in Dallas County. A small part of the city extends into Kaufman County.
Do you plan around rodeo events near downtown?
Yes. We check the event calendar before scheduling moves near downtown on rodeo nights.
Do you offer storage between homes?
Yes. We offer short term and long term climate controlled storage that protects your items from Texas heat.
Can you move an older home with a detached garage?
Yes. We check driveway width and alley access ahead of time so the crew and truck are sized correctly.
What areas of Mesquite do you serve?
All of Mesquite, including neighborhoods near downtown, the east side of the city, and areas close to Lake Ray Hubbard. We also serve the surrounding DFW metroplex from our Dallas and Fort Worth locations.
Nearby Cities We Serve
Dallas, Garland, Balch Springs, Sunnyvale, Forney, Rowlett, Sachse
Get Your Free Mesquite Moving Estimate
Planning a move in Mesquite? Tell us about your home and your timeline, and we will build a plan that fits your neighborhood and your budget. Request a free moving estimate today, or call the number below to talk with our team.
Firefighting’s Finest Moving and Storage, DFD Movers, Inc. Serving Mesquite, TX and the DFW metroplex. TX DMV No. 006924557C. US DOT 2783472. MC #1016781.
