Moving questions, answered

Local moves in Austin are billed by the hour, and the rate depends on crew size. The total depends on how much you have, stairs and elevators, how far the truck parks from each door, the drive between homes and how ready things are when the crew arrives. Third-party guides put the Austin market around $120 to $180 an hour for two movers and a truck. Request a written quote for your exact rate.

Yes. Quotes are free with no obligation. You can request one online in about a minute, call, or text us.

Local moves are billed hourly by crew size. Your written quote lists the hourly rate, how time is counted and any minimum before you book.

Long-distance moves are quoted on distance and the size of your load, plus any packing or special handling. You get a written estimate first.

Commercial moves are quoted by scope after a walkthrough. The proposal covers crew, timing, access and special handling.

Your written quote lists the rate, crew size and what is included. If the job changes on move day, like extra items or a long carry nobody mentioned, we talk about it with you before it affects the bill.

Cash, check, card and digital payments.

Tipping is never required and always appreciated. A common range is $20 to $40 per mover for a standard local move, and more for long, hot or heavy days.

Two to three weeks ahead for most local moves, and more for summer weekends and month-end dates. Long-distance moves should be booked three to four weeks out. Short notice? Call, because we often have openings.

Yes, when a crew and truck are free. Call or text (737) 285-5900 for the fastest answer.

We work 7 AM to 7 PM, seven days a week.

May through August, the last few days of every month, and August near UT when student leases turn over. Mid-month weekdays are the easiest to book.

Call us as soon as you know. We will do our best to move your date, and your booking confirmation explains the details.

Studios and one-bedrooms are usually a two-person job. Two- and three-bedroom homes often need three. Larger homes, long carries or lots of stairs can justify four. We recommend a crew size when you request a quote.

Yes. We bring the truck, furniture pads, shrink wrap, dollies, straps and tools. For labor-only jobs, you provide the truck or container.

Yes. Standard disassembly and reassembly of furniture we move, like beds and tables, is included.

Yes. We use floor protection and padding where it is needed and pad door frames and banisters on tight paths.

Finish packing and seal boxes, clear a path to the door, reserve elevators or docks, set aside valuables and essentials to move yourself, and make sure the truck has a place to park.

Someone who can make decisions should be there at the start and the end. In between, being reachable by phone is usually enough.

Hazardous materials like gasoline, propane tanks, paint thinner, ammunition and pool chemicals. We also recommend you carry cash, jewelry, medications and important documents yourself.

Yes. We start early, take water breaks and load quickly to protect heat-sensitive items like candles, electronics and plants.

Residential, apartment, high-rise, senior, long-distance, same-day, small moves, office and commercial moves, corporate relocation, labor-only help, packing, white glove, specialty item and piano moves, furniture assembly and TV mounting.

Yes. You can book TV mounting as a standalone visit or add it to a move.

Yes, full and partial packing with materials included. Many customers have us pack the kitchen and fragile items and do the rest themselves.

Yes. Our labor-only service covers loading and unloading rental trucks, PODS, U-Box containers, trailers and storage units.

Yes. Pianos and safes need a planned path and the right equipment, so send us the type, weight and photos of the stairs or doorways.

Yes. Boxes, tape, wrap and wardrobe boxes are available with your move. Ask when you book.

No. We don't offer storage, but we can move your things into or out of a storage unit you rent.

Yes. Playhouse Moving is insured and has USDOT 3707351. See our insurance and USDOT page for details.

Check the mover's USDOT number on FMCSA SAFER, request proof of insurance and a written estimate, and read real Google reviews. Playhouse Moving is insured and its USDOT number is 3707351.

Tell us right away and we will make it right through our claims process. Texas movers must provide basic liability coverage, which pays a limited amount per pound per item. Ask about valuation options for high-value items before your move.

Yes. Send us your building's requirements and we will send the COI before move day.

Playhouse Moving is locally owned and run by George Jones II, who still works moves with the crew.

Austin and the surrounding metro, including Round Rock, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Georgetown, Leander, Kyle, Buda, Lakeway, Manor, Wells Branch.

Often, yes. Call or text with your addresses and we will let you know.

Yes. See our long-distance moving page for routes and how pricing works.