Dan's Van Lines History
Dan’s Van Lines was founded by Dan La May in 1997 after he discovered a natural talent for helping people move. What began as a few side jobs hauling furniture and making deliveries around the Washington, D.C. area quickly grew into a trusted moving business. When Dan and his wife, Esperanza, decided to make it official in 2000, their reputation for reliability and care helped the company grow through word of mouth and local referrals.
Today, Dan’s Van Lines is a respected mid-size moving company serving Virginia and beyond. The team manages every part of a move with precision, from planning and packing to staging, storage, and specialty transport. Whether it’s a local, long-distance, or international move, clients know they can count on personal service, attention to detail, and fair pricing.
Dan’s Van Lines has also built strong relationships with retirement communities and older clients who appreciate their compassionate approach. With more than two decades of experience, Dan and Esperanza continue to lead with the same values that started it all. When you move with Dan’s Van Lines, you can trust that you’ve made your best move.
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FAQs
Common questions about moving answered.
Moving companies are busiest during the summer months – that’s when we have our heaviest volumes, and it might be challenging for you to schedule a preferred date. But here’s some advice for any time of year – if you can be flexible on your move date, we can work with you both on pricing and delivery, and it makes the moving process a little easier.
Once you know when you want to move, give your potential movers as much advance notice as possible! A good rule of thumb is about six weeks from your preferred move date – that helps estimators assess the weight and timeframe for your pickup and delivery.
For local moves, the charges are based on hourly time and volume, with a four-hour minimum. For out-of-state moves, the charges are based on the weight of your shipment plus mileage (these are referenced as transportation charges). Additional charges that may appear include packing, crating, valuation or coverage, bulky article charge (for oversized items), and extra labor.
The bill of lading is the receipt you’ll receive from the driver who loads your shipment. It identifies the mover and specifies when the transportation is to be performed. Every mover is required to prepare a bill of lading for every shipment they transport. It is your responsibility to read and understand the information on the bill of lading before you sign it. It also specifies the terms and conditions for payment of the total moving charges.
We require all loose items to be packed in boxes to prevent loss or damage while moving. Drawers should be emptied for the move.
We suggest that our customers separate irreplaceable and expensive articles and carry them personally to the new location.
Yes, we provide moving insurance to give you peace of mind knowing your belongings are protected throughout the entire move.
Absolutely. Our movers are professionally trained in packing, lifting, handling fragile items, and executing moves efficiently and safely.
Yes, we specialize in carefully moving both heavy and fragile items. From pianos and furniture to delicate glassware, we have the skills and equipment to handle it all.
Yes, Dan’s Van Lines offers both residential and commercial moving services. We can relocate offices and businesses of any size with minimal disruption.
Still have questions?
Contact UsDan's Van Lines Office
Alexandria, VA 22310
Sunday: Closed
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