Tips on Tipping Movers

Tipping movers isn’t a requirement, just like tipping waiters or any other service worker, but it’s a considerate thing to do if they’ve done a good job. After all, moving is perhaps the most physically demanding job there is. Being polite and looking after your belongings during a move while working hard is worthy of acknowledgement. Movers don’t expect a tip, although they’ll certainly appreciate it.

Tips on Tipping Movers

So How Much Should I Tip?

It depends. The typical amount is around $5 per hour per worker depending on the movers’ attitude and performance. Unlike for waiters, for example, tipping 15 or 20% of the total bill doesn’t make sense – your tip might wind up being unreasonably large. Movers in the DFW area are usually paid by the hour. If your movers take too many breaks or seem to drag their feet, they’ll deserve a smaller tip. (Remember that moving requires a lot of energy, so it’s natural for movers to slow down and take occasional breaks during the day.) If they do their work efficiently and politely, tip them more. Difficult jobs warrant a bigger tip, for example, moves involving carrying heavy furniture up stairs or large numbers of boxes packed with books or records. Also consider the degree of care your off duty firemen movers take with your belongings. Did they take care to protect your walls and furniture during the move? Factor that in. Did they go out of their way to be helpful, for example, offering to disassemble furniture that would be difficult to move through tight spaces? Take that into account. If your crew was polite and professional, they deserve the extra compensation. Keep in mind that accidents happen, and a single mistake shouldn’t negate an otherwise well-done job.

How Else Can I Show My Appreciation?

While off duty firemen movers always appreciate cash, there are additional ways you can express your consideration. Offer lunch like pizza or sandwiches during a long move. Keep bottles of water or Gatorade in a cooler by the door. Your movers will work more efficiently if they’re properly hydrated.

When Should I Tip?

Some people will give movers in the DFW area some cash before the move to encourage good performance. This isn’t expected or required but sometimes has the desired effect. In general, tip your movers after the move is complete, including unpacking if that’s part of your arranged service, and you’re satisfied that all of your things are accounted for and in good shape

When you’re ready to give out tips, it’s best to give them to each person rather than to the foreman. That way, you can express your thanks to every worker individually and make sure they get their fair share. Make sure to have $10 or $20 bills on hand to pass out.

Finally, if you’re satisfied with their job, leave the moving company a positive online review to let others know they’re worth hiring.

For more tips and for help with your move, contact Fireman Movers DFW.

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.