How Much Do I Tip Movers?

First, we at DFW Fireman Movers want to make it clear that tipping is not required; but as with most services tipping is a way for the customer to express their thanks for a job well done.  The only rule when it comes to tipping your movers is that there’s absolutely no pressure to. Keep in mind that you hired them for a reason: moving is hard work and takes a lot of heavy lifting that you’d rather not do yourself. Tipping is a simple way to say thanks for a job well done.

Should I tip movers?

Most movers don’t expect a tip, but when one is given, it’s greatly appreciated. You may feel like you’re already paying the moving company a small fortune and a tip is excessive, but few people in the service industry work as hard as movers do.  While there is no “average tip”, it is widely accepted that tipping amounts for movers range from 5% to 10% of the total bill to a flat $20 per man. The proper etiquette is to tip each mover individually and not to the foreman or supervisor.

Tipping your movers is appropriate if:

  • The movers showed up on time
  • They completed the move in a shorter amount of time than originally estimated
  • They had to navigate excessive flights of stairs
  • They helped you pack your items
  • They were able to fit all of your items into the moving truck or POD even though it looked impossible
  • They wowed you with their customer service and professionalism

The bottom line is the tip you provide should reflect the level of service and degree of difficulty involved. Think about the size of the move, the number of over-sized pieces and whether stairs are involved. Depending on these complicating factors, consider adding to the amount.

Are water, Gatorade, beer, and pizza tips? For your friends, definitely (and highly encouraged). For the pros: not a great idea. Offering food or drinks is a kind gesture, but it’s not recommended as a way to get around tipping.

Need help packing, moving, or cleaning up after your move? Contact us here at DFW Fireman Movers. We handle every step of the moving process, as little or as much as you need. Get your new space cleaner, quicker – and start enjoying life after your move right away.

What Our Clients Are Saying

  • Gary and Kay P

    Aaron and his crew did a great job. Thank you,

  • Loren

    Thanks for your efforts and getting us moved out of our apartment. The team out there worked super hard to get our stuff moved safely and as quick as possible to minimize cost to the customer. Definitely appreciate it.

  • Charlotte C

    As you stated, your men were wonderful, hard working young men, whom I easily trusted. They worked in a timely manner, trying to save time where they could by working diligently. I will highly recommend your company to anyone.

    Thank you

  • Thx!

    The guys did a super job! I’ll definitely pass on my recommendation to anyone I know.

    Thx!

  • Chris E

    I just want to say thank you! Your guys are awesome! I’ve had this crew on one of our previous moves and they are great. They’re careful and respectful. Honestly, I hope this is my last move for a long time, but if we move again you are my go to guys.

    Blessings

  • Mike Z

    I wanted to reach out and thank you and your crew for the help and work they did in my move. Your guys were professional and very positive throughout the whole move. They really put me at ease and what I thought would be very frustrating day was a good experience. They were very careful and treated my stuff with great care. When they arrived I felt we were maybe not as packed and organized as we should have been but they helped get it together and packed on the truck. I was so glad it went so smooth. Please thank the crew and please use us as a reference as we are a happy customer. My daughter had used you and we were glad she gave us your number.

  • Melissa

    Anthony,

    I wanted to let you know what a great job the guys did today! I will definitely be recommending you guys to everyone they were so quick and professional. Thanks!

  • Alma

    Anthony,

    Thanks again for the move. Everything went well and the guys were very friendly and quick !!

  • Brian

    Thank You. Your guys were great.

  • Marcia M.

    Thanks for making our moving day easy!!!

  • David

    The team introduced themselves to my wife and me. They were very careful with the items and the house. They worked very fast and carefully, Take care & be safe.

  • Brad H.

    Thank you for the response. The guys on the crew were awesome both times we used them to move. Will highly recommend to anyone.

  • Dana K

    Thanks for your services……we were very pleased with the movers that you sent.

  • Lisa

    Your guys did a fine job today! They were very courteous and respectful young men. Thanks for a smooth move!

  • Angela S.

    Great job on our move, by the way. Everyone was very courteous and hardworking.

  • Mike T.

    Anthony,

    I wanted to take the time to let you know that your men today who moved my wife from Weatherford to Ft. Worth were the BEST MOVERS I have ever had in my 55 years of life. They were genuinely nice, polite, fun, and did an incredible job moving all of my stuff on a very humid day! You have 3 great workers and I would heartily recommend your company to anyone!

    Thank you!

  • Thanks S.

    Things went great this weekend with Marcelo, Victor and Rick. Got everything done in a timely manner.

  • COURTNEY JOHNSON

    SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS

    We hired fireman movers to help us move into our new home. They showed up and were very professional as well as courteous to moving items that were very important to us. In the future I will defnitely be using these guys again and I recomend them to all of our friends who are looking for an upstanding approach on moving.

  • KATHY LUCAS

    ALLEN, TEXAS

    We hired fireman movers to help us move into our new home. They showed up and were very proffesional as well as courteous to moving items that were very important to us. In the future I will defnitely be using these guys again and I recomend them to all of our friends who are looking for an upstanding approach on moving.

  • ROBERT JENNINGS

    ARLINGTON, TEXAS

    We hired fireman movers to help us move into our new home. They showed up and were very proffesional as well as courteous to moving items that were very important to us. In the future I will defnitely be using these guys again and I recomend them to all of our friends who are looking for an upstanding approach on moving.