Welcome to Austin. Between a tech-fueled building boom and long, hot summers, a few things are worth setting up early.
First: the move itself
A local Austin move runs $500-$1,125 for a 2-bedroom, more for a house. Book two to four weeks out for a good crew.
Line up your core pros
- HVAC, get the system checked; the local climate is demanding.
- A handyman, for the dozen small fixes every new place needs.
- Cleaning, a move-in deep clean ($225-$400) before the boxes land.
- Plumbing and electrical, know who you'd call before you need them.
Settling in
Walk the home each season your first year and note what needs attention. Post any of it free on Handiro and vetted Austin pros reply fast, a simple way to build your local contact list.