How do I book a labor-only move if I don't need a truck?

To book moving help at 1 location, simply enter your home or job site address as **both** the pickup and drop-off location. This tells our system you're booking for labor-only and won't be using our truck for transport.

The app is asking me to select a truck, but I just need the movers. What should I choose?

Even for labor-only moves, you'll need to select a truck type to book. We recommend selecting the **Pickup Truck**, as it has the lowest base fare. You will not be charged for mileage since the pickup and drop-off addresses are the same.

How do I estimate how many Luggers and how much time I'll need?

Labor-only moves vary widely, so the best way to get an accurate estimate is to use our time estimator tool inside the [Lugg app](https://short.lu.gg/lugg-app) or on our [website](https://book.lugg.com/). It quickly calculates estimated cost based on truck type and labor time. And remember: your crew can stay for as little or as long as you need, billed per minute with no minimums. Here are some general guidelines to help you plan: * **Rearranging Furniture:** For moving a few heavy items within your home, a 2-Lugger crew for one hour is typically sufficient. * **Loading/Unloading a Truck or Pod:** For a studio or 1-bedroom apartment, we recommend a 2-Lugger crew for 2-3 hours. For a 2-3 bedroom home, plan for a 2-Lugger crew for 3-5 hours. * **Event Setup:** This varies greatly, but a 2-Lugger crew is usually a good starting point for setting up tables, chairs, and other event decor.

Are your crews experienced in loading and unloading moving trucks and storage containers?

Yes, absolutely. Our Luggers are professionally trained movers who know how to properly load and unload a moving truck, PODS container, or storage unit. They use proven techniques to maximize space, protect your belongings, and prevent items from shifting during transit.

What supplies and protective equipment will the labor crew bring?

Even for labor-only moves in Houston, your Luggers will arrive with professional moving equipment to ensure the job is done safely and efficiently. This includes a dolly, moving blankets, stretch wrap, tie-down straps, and a basic toolkit for light disassembly or reassembly. Your Luggers will take care to avoid damage to floors, walls, and elevators, and are trained to move heavy furniture, appliances, and other large items safely through tight spaces, stairs, and doorways. This helps ensure smooth, efficient labor help from start to finish.

Can Lugg help me pack my loose items into boxes?

Our labor service focuses on heavy lifting and moving. We do not provide packing services or supplies for loose items (e.g., packing dishes, clothing, or books into boxes). To make the most of your time, please have everything boxed up and ready to be moved before your crew arrives.

Can I hire Lugg for tasks other than moving, like event setup or clearing out a garage?

Yes! Our labor-only service is perfect for a wide range of on-site tasks. Customers frequently use our crews to: * Set up and break down for parties and events. * Rearrange furniture within a home or office. * Move heavy items like treadmills or safes to a different room. * Clear out garages or basements in preparation for a remodel. * Home staging or office reconfigurations.

How is my time calculated for a labor-only move?

It's simple. Your billable time starts when our crew arrives at your address and ends as soon as they have completed all the tasks you've requested. You only pay for the exact time you use, with no minimums.

What happens if the move takes more or less time than I anticipated?

No problem. Our service is flexible. If your move finishes faster than expected, you only pay for the time used. If you need the crew to stay longer than you originally thought, they can continue working, and the time will be billed at the same per-minute rate.

I just need one extremely heavy item moved. Is a short Lugg like that worth it?

Definitely. Many of our customers book us for quick, single-item moves that are too difficult or unsafe to do alone, like moving a sleeper sofa upstairs or getting a new treadmill into the basement. With no time minimums, our service is a cost-effective way to get professional help for even the smallest moves.

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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

Total Price$320

Houston, TX

These guys WERE ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. They found a way to carry a heavy round dining table through our front door! Extremely professional! I would love to hire these two again! Thanks Robberto and Jonmichael! - Aby

Total Price$140

Lake Jackson, TX

Eddie is a terrific person. His services are above 5 stars 🌟. I would hire him again and again, and I had a top quality of service, from him; profissional and cordial. I enjoyed working with Eddie - Guty

Total Price$48

Houston, TX

They were prompt and extremely professional. They were very polite and took care of my belongings as if it were their own. I would hire these guys 1000 times over. - Jasmine

Total Price$118

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

Total Price$158

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Total Price$85

Missouri City, TX

Total Price$320

Houston, TX

Total Price$140

Lake Jackson, TX

Total Price$48

Houston, TX

They were prompt and extremely professional. They were very polite and took care of my belongings as if it were their own. I would hire these guys 1000 times over. - Jasmine

Total Price$118

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

Total Price$158

Montgomery, TX

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

Total Price$118

Spring, TX

Total Price$169

Houston, TX

Total Price$100

Spring, TX

Total Price$157

League City, TX

Total Price$213

Katy, TX

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

Total Price$74

Missouri City, TX

These guys were great. But the company should have given them much better information about what was going to be required of them for this move. - Michael

Total Price$118

Cypress, TX

Incredible service! Extremely kind and helpful! I could not be happier with their service. Even in pouring rain they were positive, smiling, and excellent. They went above and beyond to help us dry the furniture, place it, and provide helpful tips to make sure things dried properly. 10/10! - Kendall

Total Price$178

Galveston, TX

Great experience. I requested two string luggs and a pickup, but it was pouring rain. Lugg surprised me with a free upgrade to a big sprinter van. The luggers were friendly, professional, and resourceful as they navigated the heavy sofa through the narrow door and hallway of a multi cornered 106 year old apartment - George

Total Price$108

Houston, TX

Kassoum and Dellmus were punctual, professional and polite. They delivered a recliner for us and set it up. Seamless and efficient. - Annesta

Total Price$148

Houston, TX

I just these drivers were wonderful Raymundo was great Waldo was great there should be more drivers out there like this that are so personable that good recommend them to everybody that you go to you guys don't understand I got one leg and they made the whole process so perfect that you guys need to have more drivers like these people here they were I can't even explain how wonderful they were they were great they were people that you would invite to go to your family and eat food with they were wonderful I f****** love them they were great man they were man I don't know how to explain it but they were great man they were drivers that you should always appreciate and make sure that they are appreciated thank you very much for sending two of your best drivers to me thank you thank you thank you - Daniel

Total Price$189

Houston, TX

These guys were very friendly, respectful, and went above and beyond my expectations. They communicated every step of the way. - Layon

Total Price$366

Houston, TX

Quintin and Eric were very helpful through out the whole process and had good knowledge and experience and how to move the furniture safely without issues - Cj

Total Price$81

Alvin, TX

These guys were awesome! They were on time and got the job done quickly. Also, they were funny so they made an unpleasant situation of cleaning up after a bad tenant better. - Asli

Total Price$102

Tomball, TX

Super friendly and helped me make sure it was level and plugged in and working - way more than just dropping it off. Paris and Tyrine were great, and I will happily use this service again in the future. Thanks! - Alexis

Total Price$199

Houston, TX

Appreciate their assistance with moving a couple of small items at the pickup location - it was a great help!!! They did an excellent job moving the couch & were extremely careful with the walls/door openings. - Kathleen

Total Price$256

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

Total Price$207

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

Total Price$74

Missouri City, TX

These guys were great. But the company should have given them much better information about what was going to be required of them for this move. - Michael

Total Price$118

Cypress, TX

Total Price$178

Galveston, TX

Total Price$108

Houston, TX

Kassoum and Dellmus were punctual, professional and polite. They delivered a recliner for us and set it up. Seamless and efficient. - Annesta

Total Price$148

Houston, TX

Total Price$189

Houston, TX

These guys were very friendly, respectful, and went above and beyond my expectations. They communicated every step of the way. - Layon

Total Price$366

Houston, TX

Quintin and Eric were very helpful through out the whole process and had good knowledge and experience and how to move the furniture safely without issues - Cj

Total Price$81

Alvin, TX

These guys were awesome! They were on time and got the job done quickly. Also, they were funny so they made an unpleasant situation of cleaning up after a bad tenant better. - Asli

Total Price$102

Tomball, TX

Total Price$199

Houston, TX

Total Price$256

Sugar Land, TX

Total Price$207

Lugg pricing in Houston

	Crew	Base Fare	Per-Mile Rate	Per-Minute Labor	Average cost*
Lite	1 Lugger	$26	$1.96	$0.95	$50
Pickup	2 Luggers	$38	$2.24	$1.62	$74
Van	2 Luggers	$68	$3.08	$2.02	$114
XL	2 Luggers	$117	$3.70	$2.30	$170
Box	2 Luggers	$152	$5.00	$3.00	$222

Lite

1 Lugger

Base fare$26

Per-mile rate$1.96

Per-min labor$0.95

Average cost$50

Pickup

2 Luggers

Base fare$38

Per-mile rate$2.24

Per-min labor$1.62

Average cost$74

Van

2 Luggers

Base fare$68

Per-mile rate$3.08

Per-min labor$2.02

Average cost$114

XL

2 Luggers

Base fare$117

Per-mile rate$3.70

Per-min labor$2.30

Average cost$170

Box

2 Luggers

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. Pricing rates vary by city. Each booking also includes a small variable booking fee to support Lugg's operational and safety costs. You'll always see an upfront estimated price before you book.

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Patricia

Moved a heavy table & rug in Los Angeles, CA

Pickup2 Luggers PICKUP illustration

Base fare$38.00

Labor(14 min @ $1.67/min)$23.33

Booking fee$3.91

Total price$65.24

Most customers pay$75–$110

Steve

Moved items onto a pallet in New York, NY

Pickup2 Luggers PICKUP illustration

Base fare$45.60

Labor(5 min @ $2.48/min)$12.38

Booking fee$3.48

Total price$61.46

Most customers pay$61–$82

Ian

Moved boxes and furniture into a U-Haul in San Francisco, CA

Pickup2 Luggers PICKUP illustration

Base fare$38.00

Labor(29 min @ $1.62/min)$46.98

Booking fee$5.10

Total price$90.08

Most customers pay$71–$107

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

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