Moving Company Cost Calculator
Compare licensed professional moving company bids across hourly crew rates, weight linehaul tariffs, travel fees, packing, and valuation coverage.
Calculated Transportation Estimates
Moving Company Invoice & Contract Formula
Total Company Invoice = Base Moving Service (Hourly Crew or Weight CWT) + Travel Fees + Packing Materials/Labor + Valuation Coverage- Hourly Pricing Model: Used for local moves (<50 miles). Billed as: Crew Size × Hourly Rate × Hours Worked + Truck Travel Fee.
- Weight/Linehaul Model: Used for interstate moves (>50 miles). Billed on certified hundredweight (CWT) and highway mileage brackets.
- Flat-Rate Binding Estimates: Guaranteed maximum cost contracts ensuring your final invoice cannot exceed the binding quote provided inventory remains unchanged.
- Travel Fee: Flat fee or 1 hour of labor to cover carrier portal-to-portal travel expenses.
- Full Value Protection (FVP): Professional carrier valuation covering repair, replacement, or settlement value for damaged goods.
Step-by-Step Worked Example
Calculation Steps:
- Base Labor Service (6 hours × $150/hr) = $900.00
- Travel & Truck Fee = $100.00
- Packing Materials & Labor = $200.00
- Total Moving Company Cost = $1,200.00
How to Use This Calculator
- 1Choose your mover pricing model: Hourly Crew, Weight Linehaul, or Flat-Rate Binding.
- 2Enter the estimated hours or shipment weight in pounds.
- 3Input the company base hourly or hundredweight rate.
- 4Add travel charges, packing materials, and valuation protection.
Assumptions & Limitations
- Moving company is fully licensed, insured, and registered with the USDOT / state commerce commission.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a binding and non-binding moving estimate?
A binding estimate guarantees the total cost of your move based on the inventoried items listed in the quote. A non-binding estimate is an approximation of the cost; your final bill will depend on actual weight and services, though under federal law it cannot exceed the non-binding estimate by more than 110% upon initial delivery.
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