Elgin Movers. Guaranteed to Show. Nothing Hidden.
Most Elgin moves: $200–$350 · 2-person crew · rate locked before we start
Get My Elgin Quote →$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.
Hourly rate
Locked upfront, no add-ons
40,000+
Moves since 2017
7 days
A week
$0
Hidden charges
WHAT CUSTOMERS SAY
265+ five-star moves in the Columbia area
From our Columbia-area customers.
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
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
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
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
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
Google review · Columbia, SC · Aug 2026
GETTING AROUND
Trucks and drive times for Elgin moves
Elgin is about 31 minutes (20 miles) from central Columbia without traffic, and the same crews cover both.
Close by, we also move people in West Columbia (20 miles away), Eastover (21 miles away) and Irmo (23 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
Nearest U-Haul pickups to central Elgin
Country Store
U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer · 6.5 mi
2205 Screaming Eagle Rd, Lugoff, SC 29078
Devon Self Storage Columbia
U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer · 6.7 mi
10020 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
Two Notch Mart
U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer · 6.7 mi
10018 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
U-Haul locations from uhaul.com, checked October 2026. Distances are from the center of Elgin. Drive times are without traffic.
Tell us your home size. We name the exact truck, and the crew meets you at your door.
Elgin 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.
Read the full guarantee →WHERE WE WORK
We move people all over Elgin
We know the streets, the buildings, and the parking situations in every neighborhood.
Downtown Elgin
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Northwoods
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Pebble Creek
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Stonebridge
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Pontiac
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+ surrounding areas
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 Elgin
Elgin is a small town in Kershaw County 25 minutes northeast of downtown Columbia along I-20. Most growth is in newer Kershaw County subdivisions (Northwoods, Stonebridge) which have easy truck access. The town center is small with limited services. Pontiac area (the unincorporated community to the south) has more rural acreage properties. Most moves are simple with 48 hours notice.
Peak season
May, June, July, August
Weekend slots fill 2–3 weeks out during peak months. Book early.
ELGIN BY THE NUMBERS
Elgin at a glance
2K
Population
$1,100/mo
Median 1BR rent
32%
Renters
265+
Moves in the Columbia area
Major employers we move
Relocating to Elgin for work? Most local moves cost less than your first month's rent.
Join our customers across the Columbia area.
Vetted crew. Hourly rate, nothing hidden. We show up. Back it with $50.
Get My Free Quote →60 seconds. No commitment.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked about Elgin moves
How much does it cost to move in Elgin?
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 Elgin. 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 Elgin do you serve?
We serve all areas of Elgin including Downtown Elgin, Northwoods, Pebble Creek, Stonebridge, and more. If you're anywhere in the Elgin metro area, we can likely help. Call (803) 828-7788 if you're unsure.
Where can I pick up a U-Haul near Elgin?
The closest U-Haul pickups to central Elgin are Country Store (2205 Screaming Eagle Rd, Lugoff, SC 29078, 6.5 miles); Devon Self Storage Columbia (10020 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29223, 6.7 miles); Two Notch Mart (10018 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29223, 6.7 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 Elgin from Columbia?
About 31 minutes (20 miles) from central Columbia without traffic. Elgin 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 Elgin 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.
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.
Get My Elgin Quote →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 DrColumbia, SC 29201
Open 7 days a week, 8 AM – 10 PM. Same-week scheduling usually available.
Undergrads Moving · USDOT 4390167
Licensed and insured in every market we serve.