As a single person, do I really need a moving company?

Even with a smaller moving volume, a professional moving company saves you time above all – and time is short alongside a full-time job. Support is especially worthwhile in stairwells without a lift or with bulky furniture. For damage during transport and loading we are liable under the German Commercial Code (HGB), up to €620 per cubic metre of loading space (§ 451e HGB).

How long does a typical single person's move take?

An average private move for singles usually takes between three and five hours, depending on the size of the flat and the floor. With our team we make the process particularly efficient. In more complex conditions, such as no lift, we plan correspondingly more time.

What should I do before moving day?

What matters is early move planning , in which you get boxes, dismantle furniture and keep important documents to hand. Updating your address and contracts should also be done in good time. A checklist makes sure that nothing is forgotten.

Do you also offer moves to other cities?

Yes, for longer distances we offer long-distance moves , also for singles with few belongings. Details and the process can be found under long-distance moves . If the move is work-related, you can claim the costs as income-related expenses – more on this in the article Moving costs when changing jobs .

What is a part load and is it worth it for me?

With a shared load , you share the loading space of a van with other customers who have a similar route. For singles with a manageable moving volume, this is often the most cost-effective option. This saves you hard cash without having to do without professional support.

Is my furniture insured during the move?

For valuable furniture or technology, additional insurance is available on request. Photograph delicate items beforehand – that can be done quickly with your phone in the evening too.

Can I book the move spontaneously at short notice?

Short-notice enquiries are often possible with us, especially for smaller single households . Simply contact us directly by phone on 01625978461 to check availability for your preferred date. However, the earlier you plan, the greater the choice of dates.

How many boxes do I need for a single person's move?

For an average single person's move you usually expect 15 to 25 moving boxes, depending on the size of the flat and personal possessions. Books, clothes and kitchen utensils make up the largest share. We are happy to advise you on how much material you need individually.

Do you also assemble furniture on site?

Yes, as part of our private move service we dismantle your furniture on request and set it up again at the destination. This means you do not have to screw wardrobes together after work and can settle straight into your new flat. Details can be found under furniture assembly .

In which cities do you carry out moves for singles?

We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and handle moves in Berlin, nationwide and abroad. You can see which destinations have their own page in the locations overview . For all other places, simply call us.

What happens if my moving date changes at short notice?

Flexibility is important to us – if dates change at short notice, we always try to find a suitable solution together with you. Simply contact us early on 01625978461 so that we can adjust your moving date accordingly. Our aim is always a smooth process for your single person's move .

MOVING ALONGSIDE THE JOB

Moving alongside a full-time job: packing and planning in stages

Q: How much does a single person's move cost on average?

The costs of a single person's move depend on the distance, the moving volume and additional services. With us you always receive a fixed price that is set before moving day. This way you know exactly what to expect, without having to fear hidden costs. Simply call 01625978461 for an individual quote.

Part 12: how working singles prepare their move over four weeks after work – without taking leave for every step.

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A PLAN FOR WORKING PEOPLE

Singles guide · Part 12

Full-time job, a move, nobody to help – how it all fits

Packing after work

Unsere Firma Pack in the evenings, move on Friday, unpack on Saturday: a plan for singles with a full-time job.

A move for singles with a full-time job rarely fails because of the amount of stuff, but because of time. If you start four weeks before and pack one area on two evenings a week, you will be finished without any late nights. We can also clarify questions about your private move with you by phone during your lunch break.

For moving day itself you usually only need one day off: we load, transport and assemble while you take care of the handover and meter readings. There is no general statutory entitlement to special leave for a private move; check your employment contract or collective agreement. For damage we are liable under the German Commercial Code (HGB). More details about our services can be found under private move.

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A DATE THAT SUITS YOUR JOB

PERSONAL ADVICE

A moving date that fits your rota

Survey after work, fixed price afterwards

Take advantage of our fixed price after a survey and plan your move without surprises. We arrange the survey appointment around your working hours. Ask now, without obligation, on 01625978461 for your personal quote.

Offers available individually, depending on effort, scheduling and the scope of services required.

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SAVING TIME

How we free up time for working people

One day off is enough

If you work full time, you have evenings and weekends for the move – and often only one day of leave. That is why we take over the part that costs the most time: dismantling, carrying, transport and assembly, and on request packing the kitchen too. We plan for narrow stairwells and small lifts during the survey. For the transport we are liable under the German Commercial Code (HGB). We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and operate nationwide; you can see whether your destination has its own page under locations.

Friday appointment

A move on a Friday leaves the weekend for unpacking. Ask early, because Fridays and the ends of the month are quickly booked up.

Packing service

No time for the kitchen? We pack crockery, glasses and food supplies the day before or on the morning of the move – with our packing service.

Assembly service

We reassemble the wardrobe and bed straight away at the destination so that you do not start your working day on Monday among boxes.

No-parking zone

On request we handle the application at the district office (Bezirksamt) – in Berlin about four weeks in advance. One less trip to the authorities in your lunch break.

FOUR WEEKS, EIGHT EVENINGS

The after-work packing plan

Two evenings a week for four weeks: this is how packing for a single person's move is spread out alongside your job without sacrificing a week of leave. Plan moving day itself and the unpacking for a Friday followed by the weekend.

Week 4: plan and cellar

Arrange the survey and parking restriction, then declutter the cellar and storage room – things you rarely need anyway.

Week 3: books and decorations

Pack books, pictures, decorations and seasonal clothing. These boxes hardly get in the way of everyday life and already make up a large part of the load.

Week 2: wardrobes

Empty the wardrobe except for two weeks' worth of clothes, pack drawers and shelves. Book mail forwarding at least five working days beforehand.

Week 1: kitchen and bathroom

Leave only the essentials in the kitchen and bathroom, eat the fridge empty, pack the first-night box. Confirm your day off with your employer.

Moving day

Meter readings, handover and keys – the team does the carrying. By the evening the bed is up and the most important boxes are unpacked.

Afterwards

Unpack at the weekend and register within the following two weeks. Inform your employer of the new address for payroll and post.

FLEXIBLE DELIVERY

Shared load: when delivery can wait

Cheaper with a flexible day

A shared load is suitable for singles with few pieces of furniture and boxes. Your belongings travel on a trip that is planned anyway, so the delivery date falls within a time window. Clarify beforehand whether you can be at home on that day or whether someone with a key can let us in. We quote the price after a survey.

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TOPICS IN PART 12

Moving
alongside a full-time job

Planning in evening stages

Part 12 is about a move as a single person alongside a full-time job: how do you spread the packing over four weeks, which day of the week suits the move, and how much leave do you really need? We explain why there is no general entitlement to special leave and what a collective agreement can provide for. If you are planning a long-distance move because of a new job, you will find all the important information on the process and costs under long-distance moves.

Packing in evening stages

Two evenings a week, one area per evening: this keeps a private move or student move manageable alongside work or university, without half the flat still lying open in the cupboards on the last weekend.

One day for the move

With a packing service, careful furniture transport and assembly, a single day off is often enough. You unpack in peace the following weekend.

Leave and tax

Special leave only by contract; work-related moving costs as income-related expenses. For small quantities, a shared load or furniture taxi fits.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about moving alongside your job

Costs, duration, dates, insurance and furniture assembly.

The costs of a single person's move depend on the distance, the moving volume and additional services. With us you always receive a fixed price that is set before moving day. This way you know exactly what to expect, without having to fear hidden costs. Simply call 01625978461 for an individual quote.

Pack less, enjoy more free evenings

A single person's move is the perfect opportunity to declutter consistently and get rid of unnecessary ballast. The fewer items you own, the quicker and cheaper the whole moving process will be. Use the weeks before the moving date to sort clothes, books and furniture critically and to sell or donate what you do not need.

Fewer boxes mean not only less carrying but also lower costs for packing material and transport volume. Follow the motto "quality over quantity" and start life in your new flat with a liberating feeling.

Efficient time planning for working people

If you are single and working, you often have little time for organising a move. A clear schedule with realistic stages helps you keep track even alongside a full diary. Start packing the first boxes at least four weeks before the moving date to avoid last-minute stress.

Our private move service can be adapted flexibly to your working hours, so that a move at the weekend or early in the morning is also possible without any problem. Whether you are entitled to a day off for moving day is explained in the article Moving with special leave.

Fair prices for every moving need

Small or large – we have the right offer for every moving need. A 1-room flat costs from €365, a 2-room flat from €609. For 3 rooms we charge from €899, for 4 rooms from €1,269. We calculate larger moves for houses or villas individually in order to offer you fair terms. For long-distance moves a price from €4.15 per kilometre applies. It is best to arrange a free survey straight away.

How is the price of a move made up?

First of all, the volume plays a central role, followed by the distance, which starts at €4.15/km. Further factors are the floor, whether there is a lift and a possible parking restriction zone (Halteverbotszone). For additional services we recommend furniture assembly and a shared load.

Services that save you days of leave

These services make us your ideal moving partner.

Office move: Office move – professional and punctual.
Shared load: Shared load – the smart way to save.
Move with assembly: Move with assembly – fully organised.
House clearance: House clearance – quick and thorough.
Private move: Private move – individually planned.
Furniture transport: Furniture transport – reliable and safe.

Long-distance move for a new job

We take care of all the details of your long-distance move from Berlin, from planning to execution. You can find details on long-distance moves here; destinations with their own page are shown in the locations overview.

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