Moving cost calculator

How much do movers cost?

Before you talk to moving companies, find out how much your move will cost. Enter your information above, and we’ll give you an estimate of how much truck rental, full service moving, and self service moving will cost. You can also get free multiple moving quotes.

This moving cost calculator is intended to provide a range of moving estimates that you might receive from moving companies. It’s JUST an estimated range. There are many factors that go into how much a moving company will charge for your move.

Moving from one home to another can be a tedious job. Before you start thinking about making the move, there are three things that you might want to consider:

I. Budget

The financial burden can be pretty large, and can grow depending on the place you’re moving to; be it a move within the same city, between states, or to a different country.

II. Number of People

Whether you’re single or moving with your family, the total cost to move will vary depending on the cubic feet of items being moved; which directly impacts the size of the moving truck you use or the amount of movers you may need. It might be helpful to write down the number of items being moved, along with their weight and size before moving onto getting an estimate.

III. Time

The next thing to focus your attention on should be the time it takes to actually make the move. If the move is not properly planned, it can become a stressful production. One way to plan for the amount of time it will take for the move is to consider how long it will take to move large items, time spent loading everything onto the truck, time spent moving all of your items to your new location, and time and effort unloading the truck.

How does our moving calculator help?

It can be difficult to estimate the cost of a move. There are so many things that pop up that most people don’t consider. How will you ever be able to calculate an accurate estimate of your moving costs? Try the Moving Guru moving calculator. It makes the task of budgeting for a moving company’s assistance easier than ever.

Our online moving calculator gives an estimate that will take the hassle out of hiring a moving company. However, there are always unexpected expenses so be sure to budget for that. The moving calculator will calculate:

• Approximate time taken to get from one destination to the next
• Number of movers that will be required based on large items, like furniture
• Estimated weight of the load
• Fuel charges
• Level of difficulty involved

We provide an approximate moving estimate based on the factors mentioned above. Unfortunately, the moving cost of hiring a moving company does not sum up the overall cost of moving. Consider these factors when budgeting your move:

• Mortgage
• Gas
• Deposits
• Utilities
• Basic expenses/Groceries
• Moving Estimate

Having these details worked out ahead of time will save you time and worry later. Remain stress-free using our moving calculator to get your budget started. Get your free moving quotes from Moving Guru today!

How movers actually price a job

Local moves are hourly: crew size times hours, plus a truck fee and travel time. Long-distance moves are priced on the weight of the shipment and how far it travels, with packing, storage and specialty handling added on top.

Five ways to pay less

• Move midweek, mid-month, and outside the May-to-September peak.
• Declutter before the survey, you're paying by hours or by weight.
• Pack yourself and let the crew handle only the fragile items.
• Be flexible on delivery dates for long-distance moves.
• Get three written estimates and let each mover know you have them.

Moving cost questions

How much do movers cost?

It depends on how much you are moving, how far it is going, how much packing you want done for you and when you move. Local moves are normally charged by the hour for a truck and crew. Long-distance moves are priced on the weight of the shipment and the distance travelled. The calculator on this page gives you a range for both, and a mover's written estimate gives you the real number.

Is this moving cost calculator exact?

No. It is an estimated range built from the way movers price work, not a quote. Access at both ends, bulky items, storage and the date you choose all move the final price, which is why you should collect written estimates before you book.

What is not included in a moving company estimate?

A mover's estimate covers the move itself. Budget separately for deposits, utilities, fuel, groceries and anything else tied to setting up the new home.

How many quotes should I compare?

At least three. A number far below the others usually means something has been left out of the scope rather than that you found a bargain.

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