One of the most controversial subjects when it comes to moving is tipping. Should you tip your movers? Do the movers expect a tip and should they ask? Honestly, it’s probably the last thing you want to think about at the end if a long day, but it is generally customary to tip the movers. It’s not mandatory, though.
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Most movers are young, and they work very hard for not a lot of money. If they do a good job, by all means, throw them a few dollars. If they don’t, then don’t ever feel pressured to tip them and if they ask, you should immediately contact their dispatcher.
How much to tip varies depending on the type of move. In the most simple terms, a tip of about $5 per mover per hour, handed to the supervisor to be divvied up, is appropriate. This works for both local and long distance moves.
For local moves, you can tip between 10-20%, depending on how happy you are with the movers and how hard they worked. For interstate moves, it gets a bit more complicated, It’s simple to tip by the hour for both pickup and delivery. Remember, you may not have the same crew on delivery, so splitting the tip between legs of the move is a good idea.
Again, do not ever feel pressured to tip. The movers do appreciate the tips, and for the most part, they deserve them, but if you aren’t happy, they shouldn’t be rewarded, Do keep in mind, though, that not all problems are caused by the movers. If they are late, for example, it’s likely a dispatch issue or a problem with a move taking longer than expected.
The bottom line is the movers want customers to be happy. When you are happy, their jobs are much easier. They don’t work for the tips, but they sure help.
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