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LOCAL MOVING

Local movers who show up. And show up on time.

Local moving based in Charlotte, NC and serving the Carolinas and beyond. Background-checked university crews, $1,000 damage protection, and a Show-Up Guarantee on every move. $5 reserves your date. Pay after the move.

How we work: We provide the moving labor, you drive the truck. If you still need one, we can help you book it. Your hourly rate is locked before we arrive, with no stair fees or fuel surcharges.

$1,000 damage protection

on every move

University-student moving crew

background-checked

Show-Up Guarantee

$50 if we're late

$5 to reserve

pay after the move

How it works

Simple, transparent process from start to finish

1

Get a flat quote

Tell us your move size and your two addresses. We quote a flat rate, locked before we start. No surprises at the end.

2

Lock in for $5

Reserve your crew for $5, fully refundable up to 48 hours before. Pay the balance after the job is done, never before.

3

Crew shows up ready to work

Your background-checked crew arrives on time. We load, move, and unload while you direct. Most local moves finish in 3-5 hours.

THE SHOW-UP GUARANTEE

The move always happens.

If we're late, you get $50. If something, anything, goes wrong - call us - we'll take care of it. With over 40,000 moves done, we've handled it all.

Background-checked crew. $1,000 damage protection. $5 to reserve.

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What's included

  • Background-checked Undergrads movers
  • Loading and unloading every box and every piece of furniture
  • Trained furniture handling: pad-wrapping using blankets from your truck rental
  • COI (Certificate of Insurance) provided upon request for luxury apartments and high-rises
  • Same-week scheduling in most markets
  • Flat rate quoted before move day, no hidden add-ons
  • $1,000 damage protection on every move
  • $50 Show-Up Guarantee. If we are late, you get $50.

What we don't do

  • Cross-state or long-distance moves
  • Packing services (loading and unloading only)
  • Specialty items without an upfront conversation (pianos, safes over 500 lbs, hot tubs)

Pricing: Rates vary by market and crew size. Submit a quote to get exact pricing for your city and move date, takes about 60 seconds.

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YOUR MOVE, YOUR TRUCK, YOUR WAY

Need a truck? Rent one near you in minutes.

U-Haul, Penske, and Budget rent millions of trucks a year to first-time drivers. Book the right size before your crew arrives and your move runs on your schedule, with your belongings in your hands the whole way.

Crew tip: grab moving blankets with your rental. We recommend one blanket per furniture item.

THE UNDERGRADS DIFFERENCE

The Show-Up Guarantee.
How it works.

Every moving company says they'll show up. We're the only ones confident enough to put $50 behind it — on every booking, without being asked. 40,000+ moves since 2017. Our show rate speaks for itself.

01

You book a time window

You pick the date and arrival window when you schedule. We confirm your crew assignment the night before.

02

We put $50 behind every move

We're that confident. If a mover arrives 30 minutes after the scheduled start, it's $50 to you. No forms, no asking.

03

The move always happens

Confirmed within 24 hours of booking. Once you're on our schedule, we are getting you moved. If something comes up, you hear from us first.

Show-Up Guarantee

40,000+ moves.

University-recruited, not random day laborers
Background-checked before their first job
Trained on furniture protection and loading technique
GPS-tracked arrival confirmation
Night-before confirmation call or text

“They arrived 10 minutes early, introduced themselves by name, and asked where to start. I've never had a moving crew do that.”

Sarah K., Charlotte, NC

WHY UNDERGRADS

How we compare.

Traditional movers add stair fees, fuel surcharges, and tape charges. They send whoever's available. We do neither.

FeatureUndergradsTraditional MoversDIY (Friends)
Pricing modelHourly. No add-ons.Hourly + stair fees & surchargesFree (hidden costs)
Show-up reliability$50 to you if 30 min lateNo guaranteeOften cancel last-minute
Background checksEvery crew memberVaries by companyNo vetting
Hidden feesNone. Ever.Fuel, stairs, long carryNo insurance, no backup, IOUs
Availability7 days, same-weekLimited, book 2–4 weeks outOften unavailable on weekends
Final priceFlat, locked upfrontEstimate, often billed higherLow cash, high stress
InsuranceLicensed & insuredUsually yesYour stuff, your risk

From the field. 2,000+ moves

“The move that goes sideways isn't usually the biggest one, it's the one with a 4th-floor walkup and no freight elevator. If your building has 4+ floors, plan for extra time and make sure your crew knows in advance so they can plan the carry.”

Undergrads Moving crew insight

TRUST OUR 5,000+ REVIEWS

What our customers say

“Undergrads are the best local movers in Charlotte! They were on time, professional, and took great care of our belongings. Their team made our local move so easy, we'd definitely use them again!”

Andrew G., Charlotte, NC

“These guys are awesome. Abdusalom, Christian, and Shane absolutely crushed our move-in, despite there being some pretty heavy items. Aside from being efficient and professional, they were nice young men. Would definitely recommend this team!”

Rhett B.

“Glad I called these guys. Reasonably priced, and Randall and Grant were both friendly and helpful and got the work done quickly. We will call you again!”

Marry P.

Common moving questions

Will the crew know how to handle my building?

Yes. Our crew is trained on COI requirements, freight-elevator scheduling, and tight stairwells. We move into Catalyst, The Vue, Camden, and every other major apartment building in our markets every week.

What if something gets damaged?

$1,000 damage protection on every move, no deductible. If a piece is damaged, we file the claim. You don't.

How does pricing work?

Flat rate locked before we start, no hourly surprises. We quote based on your move size, addresses, and date. No stair fees, no floor fees, no fuel surcharges.

Can you do same-day?

Yes, in most markets. Call (864) 256-1166 and we will check availability immediately. About half our customers come to us with same-day or next-day needs.

Are stairs extra?

No. The rate you are quoted is what you pay, regardless of stairs or floors.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes. Fully licensed and insured. Every move includes $1,000 in damage protection. Our movers are background-checked university students.

Is there a deposit?

$5 to reserve your crew, fully refundable up to 48 hours before. You pay after the move is done, not before.

Do you drive the truck?

Standard local moves are labor-only, you drive your own vehicle or rental. If you would rather not drive, ask about The Power Move at quote time. We book the truck for you and you only handle the drive between addresses.

What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept all major credit cards at the conclusion of your move. We do not accept cash or checks.

Still have a question?

(864) 256-1166

OUR STORY

We started in 2017 in Clemson, SC with a two-person crew and a simple idea: hire reliable college students and show up ready to work. Today we're headquartered in Charlotte, run more moves and crews in Charleston than anywhere else in South Carolina, and serve 21 cities across the Carolinas, Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, Texas, Oklahoma, and Florida. We cover moves within about 30 miles of each of our hubs, and if you're a little further out we can still help for a small travel fee.

Ready to get started?

Get your free local moving quote in 60 seconds. Rates vary by market, we'll give you the exact number for your city and date.

$5 to reserve your crew. Pay after the move is done.

Background-checked

every crew member

$1,000 protection

on every move

Show-Up Guarantee

$50 if we're late

$5 to reserve

pay after the move