Affordable movers in Galveston, TX

Worried a mover will cost more than the move is worth in Galveston, TX? With Lugg you pick the truck, so a two-item move isn't priced like a full house, and labor is billed by the minute with no hourly minimum. Enter your addresses to get a free estimate and book your move in minutes.

Lugg movers in Galveston, TX carrying a couch from a van into a customer's home.

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With an average 4.9-star rating across nearly 1 million verified customer reviews, Lugg is the trusted choice for on-demand affordable moves in Galveston, TX.

Katy, Texas

As repeat customer, find the Lugg teams consistently providing exactly what is needed in a friendly& efficient manner. These gentlemen are SO helpful and price very reasonable. Thank you Lugg! - carolyn

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Total Price$76
Houston, TX

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Service! Highly Recommend! I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience with Lugg! The two gentlemen who helped transport my double wall oven were absolutely AMAZING! From beginning to end, they handled everything with exceptional care and professionalism. This was a large, heavy appliance, and they took their time to make sure it was handled safely and carefully throughout the entire process. Not once did I feel like they were rushing or being careless. They were efficient, respectful, hardworking, and incredibly attentive to detail. It’s refreshing to come across people who genuinely take pride in doing their job well! I’m beyond grateful for their help and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. These gentlemen deserve recognition for their outstanding service! I would absolutely use Lugg again and highly recommend them to anyone needing reliable, professional moving assistance. Five stars all the way! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Samantha

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Total Price$116
The Woodlands, TX

Juan and Josue were absolutely amazing! They were professional, efficient, and truly expert movers. They went above and beyond to make our same-day move as smooth and stress-free as possible. Their hard work, positive attitudes, and attention to detail did not go unnoticed. They handled everything with care and worked tirelessly to get the job done. We are incredibly grateful for their dedication and outstanding service. If you’re looking for movers who genuinely care and go the extra mile, ask for Juan and Josue! Highly recommend them both! - Jahmal

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Total Price$233
Richmond, TX

They were great! Accommodated my changing needs and timing issues perfectly. I’m grateful for their help. - Asli

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Total Price$263
Sugar Land, TX

The delivery service was excellent. They took the time to inspect the items before bringing it to my home and communicated their findings. This demonstrates their commitment to their work and customer service.These gentlemen are an asset to your organization and I recommend them highly to anyone needing moving assistance from store to home. - Kay

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Total Price$207
Cypress, TX

I couldn’t have asked for a better experience or two nicer men. Would highly recommend them to anyone needing a mover. Rate them a 10 out of 10 🤩 - Cynthia

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Total Price$158
Baytown, TX

Euclides and Eric were incredible. They were fast, professional, and really knew what they were doing. I needed to move items from one storage facility to another. It was not one that was a drive up, so that required extremely long hallways moving multiple crates, etc. Wow, Euclides and Eric simply looked it over, started loading the only small carts available, and it was done in minutes. Couldn't believe it. They worked hard and fast and safely delivered my belongings to the new storage facility in no time. I was so very impressed with them that I will always call Lugg when I need any of the services they provide. - Deborah

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Total Price$157
Missouri City, TX

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Exceptional TV Delivery Service - Highly Recommend! I hired this team for a critical delivery—my new 86" television—and they were absolutely outstanding! From my first contact, they were incredibly communicative, keeping me informed about their arrival time. The crew itself was remarkably professional and personable. They were quick but took their time when it mattered most, showing impressive patience and care with such a large, delicate item. Handling an 86" TV is a major worry, but this team made the entire process stress-free. They demonstrated expertise and precision, ensuring my new TV was delivered safely and without a hitch. If you need reliable, professional, and careful delivery for your valuable electronics, these are the people to call. Azeez and Emmanuel went above and beyond! - Lynne

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Total Price$320
Katy, TX

Wow! Just amazing teamwork and efficiency in getting my item to me—I'm beyond impressed! Huge shoutout to Freddy and Jose for their outstanding service. You both went above and beyond, and I couldn’t be more grateful. I’ll definitely be spreading the word about how FANTASTIC this experience was. 1,000+ stars to Freddy and Jose!!!Thank you so much! - Ray

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Total Price$156
Houston, TX

They worked so hard and were so polite! A dream team for delivering our new mattress. We are grateful. - Mary

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Total Price$130
Tomball, TX

Richard and Duglas were amazing! They were very nice and efficient. If I could rate them 10 stars I would! - Mekenzie

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Total Price$138
Houston, TX

Ricky and Ibrahim were fast, timely, careful with the items, and very considerate. I appreciated how they communicated with me about their status and waited for me to ensure the pieces could be placed correctly. What kind, thoughtful, hard working individuals! - Lis

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Total Price$82
Katy, TX

They were considerate and mindfulness my concern about mosquitoes getting in my home. They took care in ensuring the furniture was placed how and precisely where I wanted it! - Brandy

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Total Price$181
Cypress, TX

The coolest guys. Had my back the whole time and gave me great advice when I needed it. They were completely patient, very friendly, considerate, and extremely efficient. Lugg is my go to now because of these great guys. - Forrest

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Total Price$355
Houston, TX

Craig and Murrell were the best helpers/movers/gentlemen! They arrived with smiles on their faces willing to do everything I asked! I would definitely recommend them! They made a move pleasant! And they were so personable! I would love to have this team help me anytime! Thank you LUGG and thank you Craig and Murrell! - Dacia

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Total Price$209
Montgomery, TX

The movers or Luggers were great! Lugg’s logistics, not so much. Apparently, Lugg didn’t contact the moving team until hours after I scheduled to have the item picked up from my sellers storage unit. The sellers were waiting for over 4 hours because Lugg failed with the logistics and communication. Again, great movers!!! They handled the item with care and helped assemble and position the deck furniture on our backyard patio. They should leave Lugg and start their own business. - El

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Total Price$198
Houston, TX

Best dudes, very communicative and easy to work with. I was a mover for a long time and these guys are great. - Floyd

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Total Price$118
Spring, TX

Very nice respectful guys. Were very careful with the appliances they moved. I would absolutely want to use them again. This is the best experience I've ever had using movers and I've moved a lot in my life - Thomas

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Total Price$169
Houston, TX

Outstanding. I couldn't have envisioned my move going so smoothly, rapidly and professionally. My movers were friendly, communicative, pleasant, efficient, fast, yet careful and organized. Who knew an app could result in such a satisfying experience...with moving? I'm telling everyone I know about LUGG! - Marc

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Total Price$100
Spring, TX

Freddy and Jose were wonderful movers and I would work with them any time I need moving assistance. They were on time and worked very carefully but quickly to move my furniture. They were also very friendly and made sure I was happy with the furniture placement. They are a great team!! - Ellen

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Total Price$157
League City, TX

These two movers were AMAZING!!!!! They were incredibly efficient and kind. They did all our unloading up three flights of stairs with NO elevator. We can’t thank them enough for making the last part of our cross country move so easy. We would use Lugg again just for these two! - Emily

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Total Price$213
Katy, TX

Super easy, super friendly, really pleasant experience. My movers Jaymes and Ibrahim were professional, fast and very careful. They worked great as a team. I felt the pricing was very reasonable too. I could not be more pleased. - Gerald

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Total Price$85
Houston, TX

They were excellent movers and very quick, fast, careful, and professional. I tipped them $10 each in cash. They were worth it! - William

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Total Price$74
Baytown, TX

They moved my washer & dryer down 3 flights of stairs like champs! I would recommend them. Thanks guys! - olivia

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Total Price$173

Lugg pricing in Galveston, TX

Lite

1 Lugger
Lite truck
Base fare$26
Per-mile rate$1.96
Per-min labor$0.95
Average cost$50

Pickup

2 Luggers
Pickup truck
Base fare$38
Per-mile rate$2.24
Per-min labor$1.62
Average cost$74

Van

2 Luggers
Van truck
Base fare$68
Per-mile rate$3.08
Per-min labor$2.02
Average cost$114

XL

2 Luggers
XL truck
Base fare$117
Per-mile rate$3.70
Per-min labor$2.30
Average cost$170

Box

2 Luggers
Box truck
Base fare$152
Per-mile rate$5.00
Per-min labor$3.00
Average cost$222
* Estimate for 5 miles of driving and 15 minutes of labor. Rates vary by city. Every booking includes a small variable booking fee for Lugg's operational and safety costs. Routes over 30 miles add $2/mile for miles 31 to 50, then $2.50/mile above 50. You'll see an upfront price before you book.

Real customer prices

See what Lugg customers paid for similar affordable moves.

Abel

Abel

Moved a living room set in Altadena, CA

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Base fare$68.00
Mileage(13 mi @ $3.08/mi)$40.04
Labor(29 min @ $2.02/min)$58.58
Booking feeA variable booking fee is added to every Lugg to support regulatory, safety, and operational expenses.$10.00
Total price$176.62
Most customers pay$153–$198
Mara

Mara

Moved a one-bedroom apartment in New York, NY

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Base fare$81.60
Mileage(5.3 mi @ $3.69/mi)$19.67
Labor(208 min @ $2.42/min)$503.73
Booking feeA variable booking fee is added to every Lugg to support regulatory, safety, and operational expenses.$42.32
Total price$647.32
Most customers pay$228–$305
Tess

Tess

Moved a one-bedroom apartment in Miami, FL

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Base fare$68.00
Mileage(4 mi @ $3.08/mi)$12.32
Labor(28 min @ $2.02/min)$56.56
Booking feeA variable booking fee is added to every Lugg to support regulatory, safety, and operational expenses.$8.21
Total price$145.09
Most customers pay$124–$167

Based on actual Lugg jobs. Names changed for privacy. Rates vary slightly by city.

Help from real people

Dedicated support

A real support team with you at every step. With 24/7 Live Chat, help is just a message away, delivering quick answers to keep things moving.

  1. Jennifer: Hey Lugg! When will you arrive to my pickup location?

  2. Lugg: Hey Jennifer! Luggers Victor & Eugene will be at your apartment in 5 minutes to pick up your couch.

  3. Jennifer: Great. Thanks so much for the fast response!

  1. Lugg: You’re welcome! Let us know if you need any more help with your Lugg.

Safe and reliable

Trusted movers

Highly rated, vetted moving professionals you can trust. Reliable, respectful teams who show up ready to work, handling your items with care and getting the job done right.

VVictor

Victor

Mover

Lugger rating

4.9

Qualifications

3/3


Background check

No criminal background, valid drivers license & more


Strong & Physically Able

Lift up to 125 lbs, moving knowledge, customer experience


Truck

2001 or newer, insured, great shape, clean cargo

EEugene

Eugene

Driver

Lugger rating

4.9

Qualifications

3/3


Background check

No criminal background, valid drivers license & more


Strong & Physically Able

Lift up to 125 lbs, moving knowledge, customer experience


Truck

2001 or newer, insured, great shape, clean cargo

Items we move

Furniture

Furniture

Living room, bedroom, office, and other home furniture

Appliances

Appliances

Refrigerators, washers, dryers, and other home appliances

Household items

Household items

Kitchenware, books, decor, and other home items

Electronics

Electronics

TVs, computers, sound systems, and other electronics

Fitness equipment

Fitness equipment

Treadmills, bikes, weights, and other home exercise equipment

House plants

House plants

Indoor and outdoor plants, flowers, and potted trees

And many more!

We help you move

Your boxes

1 Lugger

Lugg Lite is perfect for moving a stack of boxes, luggage, or lightweight furniture like coffee tables and accent chairs.

Lugg Lite • 1 Lugger

Your things

2 Luggers

Lugg Pickup is a versatile choice for moving a few large items like a refrigerator, washer/dryer or a sofa.

Lugg Pickup

Your room

2 Luggers

Lugg Van is the right match for moving several pieces of furniture or fragile items, like art or plants, that require an enclosed vehicle for protection.

Lugg Van

Your space

2 Luggers

Lugg XL is great for moving a studio or a small 1-bedroom apartment, and any bulky oversized items including king-sized mattresses.

Lugg XL

Your place

2 Luggers

Lugg Box is a high-capacity option for 2+ bedroom homes, home staging projects, and multiple bulky pieces of furniture.

Lugg Box

Your home

2 Luggers

Lugg Box+ is our largest option for 3+ bedroom homes, commercial relocations, and any job that needs maximum cargo space.

Lugg Box+

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Affordable movers in Galveston

Three things decide what a local move in Galveston costs: the truck it goes in, the distance between your addresses, and how much labor time the job takes. Lugg is an on-demand moving and delivery platform where you choose the vehicle and the crew for your load, so a two-item move doesn't get priced like a whole home. Labor is billed by the minute with no hourly minimum, for a move that's too big for a car and too small to be worth a moving company's minimum.

What you're billed for, and what you're not

Every Lugg has two parts. The base fare covers the vehicle you picked and the distance between your addresses. Labor covers the crew's time on the job, billed by the minute with no hourly minimum, so a forty-minute move is billed as forty minutes.

You aren't billed for the time spent driving between stops, and there's no in-home visit to produce the estimate. What does add up is time on site. Lugg movers can also load or unload a truck or container you've already rented, billed the same way.

Which size truck to book

The truck you pick sets the base fare. A Lugg Lite is a single Lugger with a pickup truck, enough for a few boxes or a small, light load. The Pickup option adds a second set of hands for most one or two piece jobs. A cargo van takes a studio's worth, and a box truck is for a full home.

How to cut the labor time

Most of the labor comes down to how far the crew carries things and how much handling each item needs. Box and bag everything loose before they arrive, since Lugg doesn't provide packing services or boxes, then stage it all as close to where the truck will park as you can manage, by the door or out in the driveway. Take furniture apart yourself if you can, because disassembly is one of the biggest time sinks in a move.

The same applies at the drop-off. Having the crew set boxes just inside the door rather than carrying them room to room saves real minutes, and so does handling the reassembly yourself. Every trip further into the house is billed time.

When you'd rather not do any of it

You can skip all of it. Luggers will carry boxes out of any room, take furniture apart and put it back together, and set everything down where you point. It just takes longer, and longer labor time costs more. The difference is that the trade is yours to make, and the estimate is in front of you before you commit.

FAQs - Affordable moves in Galveston, TX

Yes, with Lugg you can book affordable moving services in Galveston with professional movers and trucks, on demand. Luggers can arrive within the hour or be scheduled up to 60 days in advance, perfect for apartment, condo, or home moves of any size. Whether you're moving across town, between neighborhoods, or relocating locally, Lugg makes short-distance affordable moves fast and easy.

Yes, this is common for local moves! You can add multiple stops to your Lugg if you need to pick up or drop off items at more than one location, like stopping by a storage unit, picking up furniture from a local store or marketplace seller, or moving items to another new home across town.

Mileage is totaled across your whole route, so if your stops add up to more than 30 miles you'll also see a long-distance fee in your estimate.

Yes, for in-building or same-complex moves, book Movers only with Lugg: enter your address, tap Movers only, then pick your crew size. If you enter the same address as your pickup and your drop-off, the app suggests it for you. Luggers can move furniture between floors, rooms, or nearby units, ideal for apartment upgrades, remodeling, or switching between floors. If your things need to ride in a vehicle to reach the new unit, book a standard Lugg instead. There are no hourly minimums, so a short in-building move is billed for the time it actually takes, and you'll see your upfront estimate before you book.

Lugg's weight limit is 125 lbs per Lugger, or 250 lbs per item on any vehicle that comes with two Luggers: Pickup, Van, XL, Box or Box+. Anything heavier needs more Luggers on the job, so book a second Lugg for the same time window. There's no limit on how many items you move, and size comes down to which vehicle you choose.

Yes, Lugg operates seven days a week, including evenings and weekends, so you can move when it's most convenient for you. Book anytime in the Lugg app or on our website, movers are available Monday–Saturday from 7 AM–10 PM and Sunday from 8 AM–9 PM. Perfect for working professionals or weekend move-outs.

You'll get text and push notifications with live tracking once your crew is on the way. You can message or call your Luggers directly through the app. Real-time updates show when your items are loaded, in transit, and delivered. iPhone users can also follow along through Live Activities on their Lock Screen or Apple Watch.

Lugg prices every booking as a base fare for the vehicle you pick, a per-mile rate for the distance between your stops, and labor billed by the minute with no hourly minimum. You'll see your upfront estimate before you book, including a small variable booking fee, and rates vary by city.

The vehicle you pick sets most of the price, so a single piece of furniture in a Lite or Pickup costs much less than a full apartment in a Box. Routes over 30 miles add a long-distance fee, which is already in your estimate, and a Movers only job has no mileage at all.

Lugg does not provide wall-mounting or dismounting services. Wall-mounted TVs should be fully disconnected before pickup. If you need mounting assistance, book a local professional in Galveston and let Lugg handle the transport.

Yes, your Luggers can help with basic furniture disassembly and assembly during your affordable move. Crews bring standard tools, but if your items need specialty tools or instructions, please have those ready. Time spent disassembling or assembling is included in your total labor.

Yes, you can add extra Luggers if your move involves multiple rooms, stairs, or heavy furniture. Just book another Lugg for the same time window, and we'll coordinate the additional crew and truck in Galveston.

Yes, you'll need to pack before your crew arrives, because Lugg doesn't provide packing services or supplies. Box or bag any small, loose or fragile items, including kitchenware, electronics accessories, office supplies and anything that could shift in transit.

Your Luggers bring moving supplies and equipment to protect furniture and larger pieces, but having your things packed ahead of time keeps your move quick, organized and damage-free.

No, customers cannot ride in the truck with their items, for safety and liability reasons.

Make sure there's a clear 3–4 ft path, measure any tight spaces, protect floors, and secure pets. If your building requires it, reserve elevators or loading docks ahead of time. Keep your phone nearby so you don't miss live updates or crew messages during your move.

Lugg movers can take packaging and trash to an on-site dumpster, or move an old item to the curb for city pickup, as part of your labor time.

To haul packaging, trash or old items away, or to donate them, add an extra stop (or stops) when you book, at a recycling center, disposal site or local charity you choose, like Goodwill or Habitat ReStore near Galveston.

Tip: Donation and disposal centers vary widely in what they accept, so call ahead to confirm they can take your items, and check their hours and any fees.

Every Lugg affordable move in Galveston includes professional moving equipment, straps, dollies, moving blankets, and stretch wrap to protect your items and your space, plus a basic toolkit for light disassembly or reassembly. Pickup trucks also come equipped with a tarp for weather protection. Your Luggers will wrap fragile or bulky pieces for safe transport, take care to avoid damage to floors, walls, and elevators, and know how to get heavy furniture, appliances, and other large items through tight spaces, stairs, and doorways. This helps ensure a smooth, efficient affordable move from start to finish. We do not provide moving boxes or mattress covers. Please have these items ready if needed.

If your apartment building, condo, or HOA in Galveston requires a Certificate of Insurance, Lugg can provide one at no extra cost. After booking, send your building's COI requirements — including your name, address, and move date — through our contact page.

We always recommend inspecting your items upon arrival in your new space. In the rare event that damage occurs to your item(s) or your property in Galveston, our Support Team will promptly review the issue, coordinate any necessary repairs or replacements, and work with you to make things right.

To file a damage claim, get in touch through our contact page or use live chat. We'll guide you through the next steps and may ask you to hold the item while we review and resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

For more details, see our Help Center article: What if my items or location get damaged?

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