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 Newton, 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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Warwick, RI

Kevin was awesome and so kind, they moved an extremely heavy cabinet and were so efficient and were great to work with , would 100% hire them again! - Greer

Total Price$189

Newton, MA

Rudy and Harvey were amazing. They had a moving blanket and carefully wrapped my large item. They worked efficiently and were on time. Would hire again. Thank you so much! - Grace

Total Price$82

Natick, MA

Alexis was very nice and took care in handling and positioning my furniture. Definitely hire him if you have the option. A++ - Soul

Total Price$186

Lincoln, RI

It was a very challenging treadmill move and Raymond and Ken were so nice and helpful! We are so happy we hired Lugg and had such great support! - Kara

Total Price$100

Somerville, MA

Edmund and Anthony were so helpful and nice! They arrived exactly on time, jumped right into the work, communicated effectively about what could work and what the alternatives were when one of my plans turned out to be impossible because of my staircase, and went above and beyond. They were a terrific resource. I would definitely hire them again! - Katie

Total Price$236

Gloucester, MA

I can not think of enough adjectives to describe my Luggers. They were courteous, pleasurable to deal with, and very careful with my delivery. I wish I had more furniture that needed to be moved so that I could rehire these fine gentleman. Thank you to everyone. - Kristen

Total Price$119

Somerville, MA

Ammar & Muhammed went above and beyond. They were on time, very professional, and took great care of my furniture while moving. I’d hire them again in an instant! Thank you! - Nick

Total Price$388

Needham, MA

Pedro and Rafael were excellent. They arrived in a timely manner, were friendly, and competent. They even accommodated many last minute items for me which was incredibly helpful. I would definitely hire them again for another job. - Joanna

Total Price$286

Boston, MA

Great team. Very friendly and conscientious of moving the items from my home. Definitely will hire Lugg again. - Amy

Total Price$136

Boston, MA

They were amazingly friendly, positive, and communicative. I couldn’t have asked for better movers. I would absolutely hire them again! - Alison

Total Price$104

Boston, MA

they were SO FAST!! they got my entire move done in 30 min and that included going up the stairs back and forth 4 stories. definitely will hire them again - lauren

Total Price$76

Burlington, MA

These guys went above and beyond get a big, super heavy table into a U-Haul for me. At first we weren’t sure it could be done but they got creative and got the task done. Super friendly, professional, and would for sure hire them again. - Jennifer

Total Price$124

Warwick, RI

Kevin was awesome and so kind, they moved an extremely heavy cabinet and were so efficient and were great to work with , would 100% hire them again! - Greer

Total Price$189

Newton, MA

Rudy and Harvey were amazing. They had a moving blanket and carefully wrapped my large item. They worked efficiently and were on time. Would hire again. Thank you so much! - Grace

Total Price$82

Natick, MA

Alexis was very nice and took care in handling and positioning my furniture. Definitely hire him if you have the option. A++ - Soul

Total Price$186

Lincoln, RI

It was a very challenging treadmill move and Raymond and Ken were so nice and helpful! We are so happy we hired Lugg and had such great support! - Kara

Total Price$100

Somerville, MA

Total Price$236

Gloucester, MA

Total Price$119

Somerville, MA

Ammar & Muhammed went above and beyond. They were on time, very professional, and took great care of my furniture while moving. I’d hire them again in an instant! Thank you! - Nick

Total Price$388

Needham, MA

Total Price$286

Boston, MA

Great team. Very friendly and conscientious of moving the items from my home. Definitely will hire Lugg again. - Amy

Total Price$136

Boston, MA

They were amazingly friendly, positive, and communicative. I couldn’t have asked for better movers. I would absolutely hire them again! - Alison

Total Price$104

Boston, MA

they were SO FAST!! they got my entire move done in 30 min and that included going up the stairs back and forth 4 stories. definitely will hire them again - lauren

Total Price$76

Burlington, MA

Total Price$124

Providence, RI

Deyson and Edward were friendly, on time, quick, and careful with our items. We really appreciated how respectful they were with our stuff and how they tolerated the borking from our doggos. Would totally hire them again— thank you! - Tyler

Total Price$146

Boston, MA

Good people, very nice conversations. Very pleasant first time experience. Would definitely hire again. Shout out to Derek and Joao - Ruihua

Total Price$205

Stoughton, MA

Joseph lifted everything by himself, with my help. Even though I’d hired two people to help he was left on his own as the other person didn’t lift anything or even attempt to. I helped Joseph out as It’s not fair to him but the company shouldn’t have him do twice the work when he’s supposed to have a partner help him carry stuff. - Kerem

Total Price$152

Lowell, MA

Jonathan and Kenny were friendly, super efficient and did a fantastic job. Would definitely hire them again in the future and recommend them to others. Through and through a great experience! Thank you so much! - Elizabeth

Total Price$72

Boston, MA

Juan and Miguel were extraordinarily professional with amazing moving expertise to be able to move me into my new apartment in a single trip. Incredibly kind as well. Would hire again in a heartbeat! - Amy

Total Price$207

Stoughton, MA

Personable, efficient, and put things exactly where they were needed - and they were great guys! Would recommend them to others, and definitely want to use them again! How can I hire them in the future??? Thanks Dan McCarthy - Dan

Total Price$49

Belmont, MA

This team took about 15 minutes to bust through moving a piece of furniture from the second floor to the garage and bring a piece up (3 trips). Would hire again! - ted

Total Price$93

Cambridge, MA

They were super nice, very careful with the furniture, and strategized together to be fast. I'm so glad that I hired them. - Kira

Total Price$74

Cambridge, MA

They were both incredible. They moved SO fast and so well. They took care of everything safely. I would hire them again and recommend them to anyone! - Jalen

Total Price$94

Boston, MA

they went so hard!!!!!! They made the impossible possible. I can’t even believe this couch is in my living room. Great natured, hardworking guys. Would definitely hire again - Camilla

Total Price$157

Somerville, MA

Quick, careful, observant, friendly, communicative. These luggers are about as good as movers get. I hired these two to move my home items from a 5×15 Somerville storage unit to a Waltham 1BR apartment. They arrived before their scheduled window, loaded all my things with speed and care, and checked I was ready to go under an hour. I encountered some bad traffic during the moving trip and reached my apartment some time after them, but they were patient and out of their van the moment they saw me arrive. The final drop-off was quick and painless, and they were quick to put my things right where I needed them. If I could hire these guys for my next move, I would. - Xander

Total Price$217

Boston, MA

Excellent helper! Treat stuff with care. Really know what they’re doing. Move fast and efficiently. Very friendly. Will book again if I have to move again. - YURU

Total Price$303

Providence, RI

Total Price$146

Boston, MA

Good people, very nice conversations. Very pleasant first time experience. Would definitely hire again. Shout out to Derek and Joao - Ruihua

Total Price$205

Stoughton, MA

Total Price$152

Lowell, MA

Total Price$72

Boston, MA

Total Price$207

Stoughton, MA

Total Price$49

Belmont, MA

This team took about 15 minutes to bust through moving a piece of furniture from the second floor to the garage and bring a piece up (3 trips). Would hire again! - ted

Total Price$93

Cambridge, MA

They were super nice, very careful with the furniture, and strategized together to be fast. I'm so glad that I hired them. - Kira

Total Price$74

Cambridge, MA

They were both incredible. They moved SO fast and so well. They took care of everything safely. I would hire them again and recommend them to anyone! - Jalen

Total Price$94

Boston, MA

they went so hard!!!!!! They made the impossible possible. I can’t even believe this couch is in my living room. Great natured, hardworking guys. Would definitely hire again - Camilla

Total Price$157

Somerville, MA

Total Price$217

Boston, MA

Excellent helper! Treat stuff with care. Really know what they’re doing. Move fast and efficiently. Very friendly. Will book again if I have to move again. - YURU

Total Price$303

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Lugg pricing in Newton

	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.

Real customer prices

See what Lugg customers paid for similar labor only moves.

Patricia

Moved a heavy table & rug in Los Angeles, CA

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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

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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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