The best time to move generally is the summer. Summer is the busiest season for movers though. Most people choose to relocate in the summer because of the favorable weather conditions. According to AMSA, some 32 million Americans relocate in the summer alone. Thus, imagine that the moving companies get extremely busy and if you don’t schedule your move in advance you may find yourself moving on your own. Consider moving in off peak season. Off peak season is usually the winter and late fall months. In the DC Metro area many top rated moving companies will book up as far as 4 weeks in advance! Start your search early and confirm that you are actually on their schedule.