Moving Cost Calculator
They say cheap — but is it actually cheap? Add your items and distance to see a real Laborhutt price, broken down line by line.
A move on Laborhutt is priced from the distance between pickup and drop-off and the items you're moving (each priced by size and quantity), plus a small service buffer, with every job subject to an order minimum. Enter yours below for an instant estimate with a full breakdown. The same formula applies to every customer — no mover sets or marks up the price.
Estimate your move
Add your items by size, set the distance, and see the price instantly.
* Estimate for the pickup → drop-off trip. Your final price also includes the closest available mover's travel to your pickup, so it may be slightly higher. It's computed and locked in when you post the job — no mover can raise it.
What each size means
Not sure how to classify an item? These are the exact size definitions our business customers use for appliances, plus everyday furniture and household examples.
| Size | Appliances | Furniture & household |
|---|---|---|
| S — Small | Small items & accessories (microwaves, parts, fixtures). | Chairs, nightstands, coffee tables, lamps, small boxes. |
| M — Medium | Standard appliances (dishwasher, range, washer, dryer, cooktop). | Dressers, desks, bookshelves, TVs, office chairs. |
| L — Large | Large appliances (refrigerators, wall ovens, larger units) — anything greater than 30". | Sofas, standard fridges, bed frames, mattress sets, dining tables. |
| XL — Extra large | A pro appliance that requires install, OR anything greater than 42". | Sectionals, wardrobes, pianos, industrial equipment, commercial/pro fridges. |
Frequently Asked Questions
How Laborhutt prices your move
See the real price before you commit
Post your job free and lock in your computed price. Background-checked local movers claim it at that number — they can't raise it.
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Disclaimer: This calculator provides an estimate to help you plan. Your final quote is computed when you post your job and may vary with the exact route, items, and service you select. Prices shown reflect Laborhutt's standard pricing and are the same computed number in the US and Canada; the currency label is for display only.