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Home/The Netherlands/Moving companies/Budget moving service - cheap moving with professional movers

Budget moving service - cheap moving with professional movers

A budget moving service is the smartest way to move cheaply without sacrificing quality. Professional movers will arrange the transport of your belongings, while you save by packing yourself. Via Moving.nl you can compare quotes from moving companies in your area without obligation and find the best price.

What exactly is a budget moving service?

With a budget moving service you choose the core of a move: professional movers load your belongings into a moving van, drive to your new address and unload everything again. No packing service, no assembly work. Pure transport by experienced movers who know how to handle your belongings.

This type of moving service saves you 30 to 40% compared to a complete move. The moving company provides a moving team of two to three movers with moving vans and professional moving materials such as moving blankets. You are responsible for packing and, if necessary, disassembling simple furniture.

In large cities such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague and Utrecht there are many moving companies that offer budget removals. The competition works in your favor: by comparing quotes via Moving.nl you get the best rate.

Price indication
€ 250 - € 1.500

Budget moving service - cheap moving with professional movers (per move)

Average € 550
€ 250€ 1.500
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Rates and costs of a budget moving service

What you pay for a budget moving service depends on three things: the volume of your belongings, the distance between your old and new address, and the day on which you move. A student room or studio costs 250 to 450 euros. A two-bedroom apartment costs 450 to 800 euros. For an entire house you pay 800 to 1,500 euros.

Would you like something extra? Renting a moving lift costs 150 to 350 euros per day, useful if you live above the second floor. Packing service adds 200 to 500 euros. Assembly work for cabinets or kitchens costs 50 to 100 euros per hour. These rates are in addition to the basic price of your budget moving service.

Please note: the cheapest moving company is not always the best choice. In addition to the rate, also compare what is included. View reviews from satisfied customers on Google and Trustpilot. Requesting a no-obligation quote via Moving.nl costs nothing.

When is a budget moving service the right choice?

A budget moving service is a perfect fit if your belongings mainly consist of standard furniture and boxes. Can you pack and take apart simple furniture yourself? Then you save a lot by only outsourcing the transport. Buy moving boxes via Marktplaats or at a hardware store and start packing a week before the moving date.

Do you have heavy or fragile items? A piano, washing machine or antique cabinets are no problem for professional movers. They know how to get heavy items safely through a stairwell and protect your laminate and furniture with moving blankets. Always report special items in advance with your quote.

Do you live on a high floor without an elevator? Then renting a moving lift is smart, even with a budget moving service. It saves your moving team hours of carrying work and prevents damage to your belongings and the stairwell.

Finding a reliable moving company for your budget

Start by requesting at least three quotes. Via Moving.nl you will receive quotes without obligation from moving companies in your region. Compare rates, but also look at what is included: moving blankets, a moving van of the right size and insurance for your contents.

Reviews tell more than a rate. A top moving company with consistently good reviews delivers more reliable work than a mover that competes solely on price. Pay attention to what customers say about communication, punctuality and how carefully the movers handled their belongings.

Always check whether the moving company is insured. With a budget moving service, the coverage is sometimes more limited than with a full-service move. Ask what happens if damage occurs. A good moving company has at least liability insurance and is registered with the Chamber of Commerce.

Beware of the very cheapest option

A suspiciously low rate is a warning sign. Some moving companies lure you with a competitive price and then charge extra costs for stairs, parking or heavy items such as a washing machine or piano. Always request a detailed quote in which everything is broken down.

Movers without Chamber of Commerce registration do not offer insurance in the event of damage. You then have no recourse if something goes wrong. Always compare movers via Marktplaats with established moving companies that have good reviews. An honest budget moving service is transparent about all rates.

Budget moving service or move yourself?

Moving yourself with a rented bus seems cheap, but the hidden costs add up quickly. Bus rental, fuel, moving materials and treats for your helpers easily cost 200 to 400 euros. And then there is the risk of back problems and damage to your belongings.

A budget moving service with professional movers costs from 250 euros for a small apartment. Your belongings are insured, the movers have experience with heavy lifting and your move can be completed in half a day. The difference between doing it yourself is often only 100 euros, but the convenience and security are more than worth it.

For a corporate relocation, a moving company is almost always the better choice. Office furniture and IT equipment require professional moving materials and experienced movers.

Cost overview

ServiceFromToUnit
Student room or studio€250€450total
Apartment (2-3 rooms)€450€800total
Terraced house€700€1200total
Detached house€1000€1500total
Rent a moving lift€150€350per day
Packing service€200€500total
Moving piano€250€600per piece
Assembly and disassembly of furniture€50€100per hour

Practical tips

  • 1Request at least three quotes via Moving.nl to compare rates.
  • 2Move during the week outside the high season for the lowest rate.
  • 3Pack yourself and disassemble simple furniture to save costs.
  • 4Always check whether your moving company has Chamber of Commerce registration and insurance.
  • 5Reserve a moving lift if you live above the second floor.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an average moving service cost?

An average budget moving service costs between 450 and 1,200 euros, depending on your belongings and the distance. Via Moving.nl you can compare quotes from moving companies without obligation to find the best rate.

How much money do you need for a move?

Count on a total budget of 500 to 2,000 euros. This includes the budget moving service (250-1,500 euros), moving materials (50-150 euros), possibly renting a moving lift (150-350 euros) and small costs for address changes.

How much do you tip a mover?

Tipping is not required, but appreciated. Count on 5 to 10 euros per mover, or treat yourself to lunch and drinks. For a moving team of two, this amounts to 10 to 20 euros.

Are budget moving companies reliable?

Many budget moving service companies do excellent work. Always check reviews, the Chamber of Commerce registration and whether the moving company is insured. Through Moving.nl you only work with verified moving companies.

When is it cheapest to move?

Moving during the week outside the high season yields the lowest rates. Avoid monthly changeover days. Moving companies in major cities such as Amsterdam and Rotterdam are busiest on those days.

What is the difference between a budget moving service and a complete move?

With a budget moving service, movers only arrange transport: loading, driving and unloading. A complete move also includes packing service, assembly work and moving materials. The price difference is 30 to 40%.

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