Labor-Only Moving in Richmond

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Sofas, beds, dressers, tables, desks, bookshelves — anything a mover picks up as one piece.

What counts as one piece?
  • Count as 1: a sofa (even a sectional), a bed frame, a mattress, a dresser, a dining table, a desk, a bookshelf, a TV stand, a coffee table.
  • Count each separately: chairs, nightstands, lamps, mirrors (if detached), office chairs.
  • Don't count here: boxes (use the next slider), washer/dryer/piano/safe (use "Bulk items" below).
  • Tip: if you're not sure, round up — it's better to over-estimate than under-book.
0 Light (3-5) Average (10-15) Heavy (20+) 60
0 Few (5-10) Moderate (15-25) Lots (30+) 60

Washer, dryer, piano, safe, gym equipment, etc.

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Summer, weekend, month start/end, and same-day moves may have surcharges.

Your Estimated Cost
$450
Range: $301 – $599
Based on 40,000+ completed moves across our markets

Moving sooner than planned? Last-minute moving help in Richmond.

Price Breakdown

1 Base price (2 BR) $450
2 Furniture adjustment (10 pcs) $0
3 Box adjustment (10 boxes) $0
4 Bulk item surcharge (0 items) $0
5 Distance adjustment (5–10 mi) $0
Estimated Total $450

How We Compare

Undergrads $450
Other Moving Companies $546
Full-Service Movers $726
You save up to $276 vs full-service movers

Other companies charge $81–100/hr per mover vs our $56/hr per mover

Labor only — no truck included. Prices based on our historical move data across all Undergrads markets. Actual price may vary based on job complexity, access difficulty, and mover availability.

Richmond Labor-Only Moving Rates

Typical totals at $56 per mover per hour, with a 2-hour minimum that usually comes to about $170. Every rate is locked before we start, with no stair fees and no hidden add-ons. Truck rental is separate, paid directly to your rental provider.

Home size Typical total (labor-only)
Studio or 1-bedroom$170–$350
2–3 bedroom$450–$550
4+ bedroom$56 per mover per hour; larger homes take longer

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a labor-only move cost in Richmond?

Undergrads charges $56 per mover per hour ($112/hr for a 2-mover crew), with a 2-hour minimum that usually comes to about $170. A studio or 1-bedroom move typically runs $170–$350 and a 2–3 bedroom home $450–$550; larger homes take longer and are billed at the same hourly rate. Final price depends on furniture count, boxes, bulk items, and distance.

What is included in a labor-only move?

A labor-only move includes professional movers who load and unload your furniture, boxes, and bulk items. No truck is included. You rent the truck separately, and you drive it between locations.

How does Undergrads compare to other Richmond movers?

Undergrads charges $56 per mover per hour ($112/hr for a 2-mover crew), compared to other moving companies who charge $81-100/hour per mover. Full-service movers charge roughly 33% more on top of that. This means typical savings of $100-500+ depending on move size and service type.

My movers just bailed — what can I do?

Call us! We excel at last-minute Richmond moves. Undergrads regularly handles same-day and next-day bookings when another company cancels or no-shows, and we can often dispatch a crew within hours depending on availability. We'll confirm crew size and arrival window over the phone so you know exactly what to expect before we're on the way.

What about weather and Richmond traffic?

Both weather and Richmond traffic can add complexity to moving in Richmond. Richmond traffic can be a hassle, and Richmond summers can get hot and humid. Learn more about moving in Richmond to see what you can do to overcome these factors.

How accurate is this calculator?

This calculator estimates from our published hourly rate ($56 per mover per hour) and typical move lengths by home size, adjusted for furniture count, boxes, bulk items, and distance. Your exact price is confirmed when you book, and the hourly rate is locked before we start.