Tipping for Movers & Furniture Delivery

10-20 per person typical

Is it expected

Tipping movers or furniture delivery crews is customary in the US and increasingly common elsewhere, particularly for larger or physically demanding jobs.

How much

A common guideline is a fixed amount per crew member rather than a percentage of the job cost, scaled up for a longer or more difficult move (stairs, heavy furniture, bad weather).

In practice

If a job takes multiple days, many people tip at the end of each day rather than waiting until the very end. Offering water or a meal for a long job is also a common and appreciated gesture alongside a cash tip.

This varies a lot by country. For specifics on where you are, check the tipping guide by country.

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