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Chapin Movers. Guaranteed to Show. Nothing Hidden.

Most Chapin moves: $200–$350  ·  2-person crew  ·  rate locked before we start

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$5 to reserve · pay after the move. Free cancellation 48 hours before your move. Takes 60 seconds. Or call (803) 828-7788 for same-day crews.

Most movers quote one price and hand you a different bill at the door. We lock the rate before we touch a single item. No stair fees, no truck fuel surcharges, nothing added at the end. You rent the truck, our university-student moving crew handles every box, every stair, every piece of furniture.

Our movers are professionally trained, licensed, and insured. If a mover arrives 30 minutes after the scheduled start, $50 comes off your bill.

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4.8· 265+ reviews in the Columbia area

Hourly rate

Locked upfront, no add-ons

40,000+

Moves since 2017

7 days

A week

$0

Hidden charges

✓Licensed & Insured
🛡$1,000 Damage Protection
✓Background-Checked Crews
✓Experienced, Vetted Movers

WHAT CUSTOMERS SAY

265+ five-star moves in the Columbia area

From our Columbia-area customers.

GGoogle Reviews★★★★★
Licensed & Insured

moved super fast

★★★★★

“Kenny and Sakharis were amazing, moved super fast, would recommend them and will be using them again when I need to move again!”

Kerrigan Clark, Chapin moving customer

Kerrigan Clark

Google review · Columbia, SC · Oct 2026

On time and easy to schedule

★★★★★

“A great experience! On time and easy to schedule / communicate with.”

Ashlyn Bracone, Chapin moving customer

Ashlyn Bracone

Google review · Columbia, SC · Sep 2026

polite, punctual, and efficient

★★★★★

“Two college grads came and met me at a house to help load a cabinet onto a truck. They were polite, punctual, and efficient. I was very satisfied with service I received and would recommend them!”

Jeremy Edwards, Chapin moving customer

Jeremy Edwards

Google review · Columbia, SC · Sep 2026

This was my second time using this company.

★★★★★

“The movers were very kind and helpful. This was my second time using this company. I was very pleased with their service yet again!”

Courtlin Wilson, Chapin moving customer

Courtlin Wilson

Google review · Columbia, SC · Sep 2026

worked super hard

★★★★★

“The team was amazing and worked super hard. William in particular was an all- star.”

Adam Crosby, Chapin moving customer

Adam Crosby

Google review · Columbia, SC · Aug 2026

GETTING AROUND

Trucks and drive times for Chapin moves

Chapin is about 31 minutes (23 miles) from central Columbia without traffic, and the same crews cover both.

Close by, we also move people in Irmo (11 miles away), Lexington, SC (14 miles away) and Gilbert (17 miles away).

You rent the truck and our crew does the loading and unloading. A 15-foot truck fits most 1–2 bedroom apartments, a 20-foot most 2–3 bedroom homes, and anything up to 26 feet drives on a standard license. Truck size guide

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Tell us your home size. We name the exact truck, and the crew meets you at your door.

Chapin movers that show up on time, or $50 off your move

If a mover arrives 30 minutes after the scheduled start, let us know and we'll take $50 off your bill. Every crew member is a background-checked university student.

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WHERE WE WORK

We move people all over Chapin

We know the streets, the buildings, and the parking situations in every neighborhood.

Not sure if we serve your area? Call (803) 828-7788 — we'll let you know in 30 seconds.

Part of our Columbia service area — or see all cities.

Other Columbia area cities

Also serving the Columbia metro

We have Columbia movers available all over the Columbia metro. See other locations we service below.

LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

What to know about moving in Chapin

Chapin is a small town on the north side of Lake Murray, 30 minutes northwest of downtown Columbia. The town is small and walkable but most homes are in lakefront neighborhoods with longer driveways and HOA windows. The Lexington, SC-Richland Five school district draws families. Lake access drives summer move volume. Coordinate HOA windows for waterfront communities.

Peak season

May, June, July, August

Weekend slots fill 2–3 weeks out during peak months. Book early.

CHAPIN BY THE NUMBERS

Chapin at a glance

2K

Population

$1,100/mo

Median 1BR rent

32%

Renters

265+

Moves in the Columbia area

Major employers we move

Lexington-Richland Five SchoolsLake Murray tourismLocal businessesHealthcare

Relocating to Chapin for work? Most local moves cost less than your first month's rent.

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Vetted crew. Hourly rate, nothing hidden. We show up. Back it with $50.

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently asked about Chapin moves

How much does it cost to move in Chapin?

Every move is priced by the hour. The rate is locked before we start, with no stair fees, fuel surcharges, or hidden add-ons. Two movers run $112 per hour, and most moves run $200–$350 total for a 2-person crew over 2 to 3 hours. Larger homes that need a third mover or more hours run higher, with the rate locked before we start. Truck rental is separate if you need one. If we finish early, you pay less.

Do I need to provide a truck?

We're labor-only movers. You rent the truck from U-Haul, Penske, or Budget. We handle all the loading, unloading, and heavy lifting. We'll tell you the exact size to get and can book it for you if you want.

What's the Show-Up Guarantee?

We're confident enough in our show rate to put $50 behind every booking. We've completed 265+ moves in the Columbia area. If a mover arrives 30 minutes after the scheduled start, let us know and we'll knock $50 off your final bill.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes. Undergrads is a fully licensed and insured moving company in every market we serve, including Chapin. Every move includes $1,000 in damage protection. If you're moving into a high-rise or building that requires a Certificate of Insurance (COI), contact us. We handle COI requests before move day.

What neighborhoods in Chapin do you serve?

We serve all areas of Chapin including Downtown Chapin, Lake Murray side, Murray Wood, Lakeshore, and more. If you're anywhere in the Chapin metro area, we can likely help. Call (803) 828-7788 if you're unsure.

Where can I pick up a U-Haul near Chapin?

The closest U-Haul pickups to central Chapin are Hometown Integrity Driven Motors (1628 Chapin Rd, Chapin, SC 29036, 0.7 miles); Gordon Lawn Care Services (312 Amicks Ferry Rd, Chapin, SC 29036, 0.9 miles); Get N Go (2101 Wessinger Rd, Chapin, SC 29036, 3.2 miles). Tell us your home size and we'll name the truck to reserve, and our crew meets you at your door.

How far is Chapin from Columbia?

About 31 minutes (23 miles) from central Columbia without traffic. Chapin is part of our Columbia service area, so the same crews cover both, at the same hourly rate, locked before we start.

How quickly can you schedule a move?

Same-week scheduling is available in Chapin most of the year. Weekend dates in peak season (May–September) fill fast; book early if you have a fixed date. We're available 7 days a week.

Can I cancel or reschedule my move?

Yes. Cancellation is free 48 hours before your move, and rescheduling costs nothing with the same notice. The $5 reservation simply holds your date; you pay for the move after it happens.

$50 Show-Up Guarantee on every move

The last time you'll stress about moving day.

University-student moving crew. Hourly rate locked before we start. Walk into your new place knowing every detail was handled.

Weekend dates in November are filling fast.

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(803) 828-7788Available 7 days a week

Background-checked

every crew member

$1,000 protection

on every move

Show-Up Guarantee

$50 if we're late

$5 to reserve

pay after · free cancellation 48 hrs out

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Undergrads Moving | Movers Columbia SC

1028 Vista Towers Dr
Columbia, SC 29201

Open 7 days a week, 8 AM – 10 PM. Same-week scheduling usually available.