Local Moving Local moving crew and truck Typical national range$400 - $3,500McAllen adjusted range$400 - $3,600 Common cost factors Crew size and hours: More movers and longer load/unload times increase labor cost.Home size and item volume: Larger moves require more time and possibly additional truck trips.Access and complexity: Stairs, elevator reservations, long carries, and tight corridors add time.Packing and materials: Full-service packing and specialty materials add to the total. Common price components Labor (movers and load/unload time) - $300 - $1,800Hourly rates per mover with company minimums; varies by crew size and duration.Truck and travel fees - $75 - $400Truck, drive time, fuel, and travel surcharges.Packing services and materials - $50 - $700Boxes, padding, and optional packing/unpacking labor.Special handling/surcharges - Up to $600Pianos, safes, long carries, stairs, or bulky items.
Long Distance Moving Long-distance move and transport Typical national range$2,000 - $15,000McAllen adjusted range$2,000 - $15,200 Common cost factors Distance and route: Longer mileage and difficult routes increase transport time, fuel, and driver costs.Shipment weight/volume: More or heavier items require larger trucks and more labor.Service level: Packing, crating, assembly, and shuttle services add labor and materials.Access and logistics: Stairs, elevators, long carries, and parking restrictions add time and crew size. Common price components Linehaul & fuel - $1,200 - $6,000Mileage-based transport plus fuel surcharges.Labor (load/unload) - $600 - $3,000Crew to protect, carry, and place items at origin and destination.Packing & materials - $200 - $2,000Full/partial packing, boxes, padding, specialty crating.Access fees & surcharges - Up to $1,500Stairs, long carry, shuttle truck, elevator, parking permits.Valuation/insurance - $50 - $500Declared value or third-party coverage above basic carrier liability.
Packing Service Packing labor and supplies Typical national range$300 - $3,000McAllen adjusted range$300 - $3,000 Common cost factors Home size and item volume: More rooms and belongings increase packer hours and material needs.Packer count and hourly rate: Most quotes are per packer per hour; higher rates and larger crews raise totals.Materials and specialty packing: Boxes, paper, bubble wrap, crates, and fragile/art items add cost.Access and prep: Stairs, long carries, and disorganization extend time. Common price components Labor (packers) - $300 - $2,200Professional packers billed hourly, typically $50–$100 per packer; crew size based on scope.Packing materials - $100 - $600Boxes, tape, paper, cushioning; higher for large homes or fragile items.Specialty packing/crating - Up to $500Televisions, artwork, antiques, mirrors, custom crates as needed.Unpacking/additional services - Up to $400Optional unpacking, labeling, organization, debris haul-away.
Storage Service Storage unit rental by size Typical national range$40 - $400McAllen adjusted range$41 - $400 Common cost factors Unit size: Larger units (e.g., 10x15, 10x20) cost significantly more than 5x5 or 5x10.Climate control: Temperature/humidity-controlled spaces add monthly premiums.Location: Urban/high-demand markets price higher than suburban/rural.Access and security: 24/7 access, enhanced security, and drive-up units can increase rates. Common price components Base unit rental - $40 - $180Monthly rent for standard units; varies by size and market.Climate control premium - $15 - $70Added monthly fee for temperature/humidity control.Facility/market premium - $10 - $80Location-driven price differences and high-demand surcharges.Administration/insurance (optional) - $5 - $30Typical admin fees or tenant-protection plans billed monthly.
Office Moving Office move labor and logistics Typical national range$1,000 - $30,000McAllen adjusted range$1,000 - $30,500 Common cost factors Office size and inventory: More square footage, workstations, files, and equipment increase labor and truck space.Distance and access: Long carries, stairs/elevators, limited loading zones, and travel time add hours and fees.Packing and services: Professional packing, IT disconnect/reconnect, furniture assembly, and specialty handling raise cost.Scheduling and downtime constraints: After-hours/weekend moves or tight timelines require larger crews and premiums. Common price components Labor and crew time - $1,200 - $9,000On-site loading/unloading, disassembly/reassembly, carry time, supervision.Trucks and transportation - $400 - $3,000Vehicle(s), fuel, travel time, mileage for local/regional moves.Packing materials and services - $200 - $2,500Boxes, crates, padding, professional packing/unpacking as requested.Specialty handling/IT services - $300 - $4,000Servers, copiers, lab or sensitive equipment, disconnect/reconnect.Access and building fees - $100 - $1,500COI, elevator reservations, long-carry, stair, or shuttle charges.
Piano Moving Piano move labor and equipment Typical national range$200 - $2,500McAllen adjusted range$200 - $2,500 Common cost factors Piano type/size: Upright vs. baby/grand pianos change crew size, equipment, and risk.Distance: Local vs. long-distance transport affects time, truck, fuel, and logistics.Access complexity: Stairs, tight turns, elevators, and disassembly/crating add labor.Insurance and protection: High-value instruments may require extra coverage and materials. Common price components Labor (2–4 movers) - $180 - $700Load/unload, maneuvering, stairs handling, setup at destination.Equipment & Materials - $40 - $200Dollies, skids/boards, pads, straps, shrink wrap, corner protection.Transportation - $50 - $300Truck time, fuel, travel time for local; line-haul for longer moves.Complexity Adders - $50 - $400Multiple stair flights, tight turns, hoisting, partial disassembly.Long-Distance/Crating (if applicable) - $300 - $1,200Crate for grands, long-haul charges, coordination, insurance rider.