The No-Surprise Move
How much does a move cost in South Florida?
Written estimate with a hard cap: your final bill will not exceed the estimate by more than 15%, period. No fuel surcharge, no stairs fee, no surprise charges on move day.
Late by 30+ minutes: 10% off. Something breaks: we make it right before we cash the check.
The headline rates
These are the published rates for every local job in South Florida. Long-distance and specialty jobs are quoted separately — see below.
$129 an hour, everything included: pads, wrap, disassembly, COI to your building. The $89 guys get to $140+ by the time they add the fees.
2 Movers + Truck
3-hour minimum
Best for studios and 1-bedroom apartments. Truck, pads, wrap, basic disassembly — included.
3 Movers + Truck
3-hour minimum
Best for 2BR+, walk-ups, and larger inventory. Often the same total cost as 2 movers because the job finishes faster.
Long Distance
Flat rate per job
Dedicated truck, no shared loads. Custom estimate within 24 hours of receiving your inventory.
Truck fee from $90 may apply on the first hour. 3-hour minimum on every job. Weekend +10%. Peak season (May–September) +5%. All disclosed in your written estimate, not at the end.
Typical totals
What you actually pay, by apartment size
Ranges below reflect the bottom and top of a normal move for each size — easy access, standard inventory, no specialty items. Send 5 photos on WhatsApp, get a written estimate in 30 minutes - and your final bill cannot exceed it by more than 15%. In writing.
These are field-tested ranges from real South Florida moves — not internet averages. Buildings with strict elevator windows, 4th-floor walk-ups, or heavy specialty pieces will push the upper end of the band. We disclose all of that in your written estimate before booking. Moving within Miami? See the full Miami moving cost guide (2026).
Included in the hourly rate
Everything you need, no upsell
- Two movers (or three) for the entire job
- Box truck with fuel and tolls
- Furniture pads, stretch wrap, and mattress bags
- Standard disassembly and reassembly (beds, tables, basic IKEA)
- Standard liability coverage on every move
- Certificate of Insurance (COI) to your building 24 hours ahead, no charge
- 15-minute arrival window or 10% off
- Written estimate with a hard cap before any work begins
Quoted separately
What you’ll see upfront, not on move day
- Packing materials beyond pads and stretch wrap (boxes, paper, tape) — quoted separately or you supply
- Specialty items: piano, safe, marble slab — quoted upfront, not a surprise fee
- Long carry / shuttle service for buildings without close truck access — disclosed when quoting
- Storage between move-out and move-in dates — coordinated with our storage partner
- Upgraded valuation coverage for high-value art / antiques / electronics — quoted upfront
What moves the price
Five factors we look at when quoting
Most quotes land within $50 of the final bill. Here is the short list of what shifts the number up or down.
Distance between pickup and drop-off
Inside Miami-Dade or Broward: usually no impact on rate, just adds travel time inside the hourly clock. Cross-county or to Palm Beach: a one-time travel-time fee may apply, disclosed before booking.
Crew size
Two movers ($129/hr) is the right call for most studios and 1-bedrooms. Three movers ($179/hr) finishes a 2-bedroom roughly 30% faster, so the total often comes out similar. Four movers ($229/hr) is reserved for 4+ bedroom houses or tight elevator windows.
Building access
High-rise condos with a single freight elevator and a 2-hour move-in window take longer than a walk-up with a driveway. We factor this into the estimate before move day, not after.
Packing scope
Full pack adds 2–6 hours depending on apartment size, at the packing rate ($79/hr for 2 packers, $119/hr for 3). Partial pack — just kitchen and breakables — typically adds 2–3 hours.
Specialty inventory
Upright pianos, gun safes, marble dining tables, and oversize art are quoted as a flat add-on, not by the hour. The price is in your written estimate before the job is booked.
Long-Distance Pricing
Routes from South Florida
Flat-rate, dedicated truck moves out of Miami-Dade and Broward. Ranges below cover the typical inventory for each apartment size on each route. Heavy specialty pieces or 4+ bedroom houses are quoted on top.
| Route | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Miami → Orlando | $1,400–$1,800 | $1,600–$2,200 | $2,200–$2,900 | $3,000–$4,200 |
Miami → Tampa | $1,300–$1,700 | $1,500–$2,100 | $2,100–$2,800 | $2,800–$4,000 |
Miami → Jacksonville | $1,600–$2,200 | $1,900–$2,600 | $2,600–$3,500 | $3,500–$5,000 |
Miami → Atlanta | $2,200–$3,000 | $2,800–$3,800 | $3,800–$5,200 | $5,200–$7,500 |
Miami → New York | $2,800–$3,800 | $3,600–$4,800 | $4,800–$6,500 | $6,500–$9,500 |
Miami → Boston | $3,000–$4,000 | $3,800–$5,100 | $5,100–$6,900 | $6,900–$10,000 |
Miami → Washington DC | $2,500–$3,400 | $3,100–$4,200 | $4,200–$5,700 | $5,700–$8,300 |
Hollywood → Charlotte | $2,000–$2,700 | $2,500–$3,400 | $3,400–$4,600 | $4,600–$6,700 |
Dedicated truck, no shared loads. Written estimate within 24 hours. Final price depends on exact inventory, distance, and access at both ends.
The No-Surprise Move guarantee
Written estimate with a hard cap: your final bill will not exceed the estimate by more than 15%, period.
15% Hard Cap, In Writing
The estimate you approve is the ceiling. The final bill cannot exceed it by more than 15%.
On Time or 10% Off
Late by 30+ minutes: 10% off. 15-minute arrival window on every job.
We Make It Right
Something breaks: we make it right before we cash the check. COI to your building 24 hours ahead.
Frequent questions
Straight answers about pricing
Is the 3-hour minimum charged even if the move is faster?
Yes. The minimum covers truck dispatch, fuel, mileage to and from your address, and the crew's guaranteed earnings for the slot. If we finish in 2 hours 10 minutes, the bill is still 3 hours.
Will the price change on move day?
Your written estimate comes with a hard cap: the final bill will not exceed the estimate by more than 15%, period. Same rate continues if the work runs longer than estimated - no panic markup. If we see risk of going over while working, we tell you so you can decide.
Do you charge a deposit?
No deposit for local moves. Long-distance moves require a small deposit (typically 10%) to lock in the truck, fully credited toward your final bill.
How do you bill — by the minute, quarter-hour, or hour?
Quarter-hour increments after the 3-hour minimum is hit. We do not round up to the next hour.
Are there fuel, stairs, or heavy-item fees?
No fuel surcharge. No stairs fee for normal flights. Heavy specialty items (piano, safe, marble) are quoted as a flat add-on upfront, never sprung on you at the end.
What forms of payment do you accept?
Card (Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Discover), Zelle, Apple Pay, and cash. No surcharge for card.
Can I cancel or reschedule?
Free cancellation or reschedule when made more than 48 hours before the move. Inside 48 hours, we ask for a partial reschedule fee only if we cannot fill the slot.
How much does long-distance moving cost?
Long-distance is a flat rate per job, not hourly. It starts at $1,500 and depends on miles, weight, and complexity. We send a written estimate within 24 hours of receiving your inventory.
How much does it cost to move from Miami to Orlando?
A Miami → Orlando move typically runs $1,400–$1,800 for a studio, $1,600–$2,200 for a 1-bedroom, $2,200–$2,900 for a 2-bedroom, and $3,000–$4,200 for a 3-bedroom. Dedicated truck, no shared loads. Written estimate within 24 hours.
How much does it cost to move from Miami to New York?
A Miami → NYC move typically runs $2,800–$3,800 for a studio, $3,600–$4,800 for a 1-bedroom, $4,800–$6,500 for a 2-bedroom, and $6,500–$9,500 for a 3-bedroom. Dedicated truck, white-glove handling, en-route updates.
Do you charge extra for moving on a weekend?
Saturday and Sunday moves carry a 10% surcharge over the weekday hourly rate, disclosed in your written estimate (not added later). Sundays and major holidays have limited capacity and should be booked in advance.
Is there a peak-season surcharge?
Yes. May through September (Florida's peak moving window) carries a 5% seasonal surcharge over the standard hourly rate. It is disclosed in writing before booking and stacks with the weekend surcharge for Saturday or Sunday moves in that window.
What happens if the crew is late or something gets damaged?
Late by 30+ minutes: 10% off. Something breaks: we make it right before we cash the check. Both promises are part of every written estimate.
Does the price include tip?
No. Tipping is at your discretion. Crews typically receive 15–20% for standard moves, more for tough conditions (heavy rain, 5th-floor walk-up, lots of fragile pieces).