How Many Movers Do I Need?
If you're planning a self move you may eventually find yourself pondering the question, "How many movers do I need?" Although every move is unique we have done our best to outline what crew size should be used for common moving scenarios. Please remember that the specific needs and variables of your move should be taken into consideration before making a decision.
Load or Unload Services
| Truck/Unit Size | Home Type | Access Conditions | Items Over 250lbs | Recommended Crew Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10' | Any | Any | No | 2 Movers |
| 10' | Any | Any | Yes | 3 Movers |
| 14', 16' or 17' |
Standard |
Any | No | 2 Movers |
| 14', 16' or 17' |
Standard |
Any | Yes | 3 Movers |
| 14', 16' or 17' | Advanced |
Stairs | No | 2 Movers |
| 14', 16' or 17' | Advanced | Stairs | Yes | 3 Movers |
| 20' | Standard | Any | No | 2 Movers |
| 20' | Standard |
Any | Yes | 3 Movers |
| 20' | Advanced |
Stairs | No | 2 Movers |
| 20' | Advanced | Stairs | Yes | 3 or 4 Movers |
| 22', 24' or 26' | Standard | Any | No | 2 or 3 Movers |
| 22', 24' or 26' | Standard |
Any | Yes | 3 Movers |
| 22', 24' or 26' | Advanced |
Stairs | No | 2 or 3 Movers |
| 22', 24' or 26' | Advanced | Stairs | Yes | 3 or 4 Movers |
| 28'-35' | Standard | Any | No | 3 Movers |
| 28'-35' | Standard |
Any | Yes | 3 or 4 Movers |
| 28'-35' | Advanced |
Stairs | No | 3 or 4 Movers |
| 28'-35' | Advanced | Stairs | Yes | 4 Movers |
| 36'-53' | Any | Any | Any | 4 Movers |
Home Type "Standard" = Single Family, Ranch, Town Home, Duplex or Ground Floor Apartment. Generally considered easily accessible with good access conditions.
Home Type "Advanced" = 2nd, 3rd or 4th floor apartments with stairs access. Also may apply to locations with long carries or awkward access conditions.
Items Over 250lbs: Typically pianos, pool tables, marble tops or large appliances. Can also be uncommon items like gym equipment, video game systems (pinball), tanning beds, gun safes and similar. Please review our heavy items policy and piano policy for specific information.