Which day of the week is cheapest for a move?

Tuesday to Thursday are usually less in demand than Friday, Saturday and the end of the month – dates are easier to get then. If you still plan a weekend move , request a fixed price early. During the survey we discuss which day suits your private move best.

Do I have to observe quiet hours with a weekend move?

Yes. Many house rules set quiet hours, especially on Sundays and public holidays; drilling and noisy carrying are off-limits then. Talk to the landlord or property management beforehand and inform the neighbours with a notice. A moving company plans the process around these times.

How far in advance should I book a weekend date?

Because Saturdays are particularly popular, it is best to enquire six to eight weeks in advance, but at least three to four weeks. For a long-distance move , at the end of the month or in summer, the lead time should be even longer. That way you secure your preferred date and receive a fixed price in good time.

Can I deal with the authorities at the weekend?

Usually not – registration authorities are generally closed at the weekend. But you have two weeks to register (§ 17 BMG), and a weekend move does not shorten this deadline. It is best to arrange your registration office appointment before the weekend move .

Is parking space harder to find at the weekend?

In nightlife and shopping areas, parking pressure is often even higher at the weekend than during the week. A parking restriction zone ensures space in front of the building; in Berlin the signs must be up at least 72 hours in advance. On request we apply for it for your private move .

Can I involve friends and family in the weekend move?

Yes, that is one of the biggest advantages of moving at the weekend , because most helpers are free. Agree beforehand who does what: friends pack and carry boxes, the company handles the heavy and bulky furniture. That way you save costs and still have support.

Do moving companies also move on Sundays?

As a rule, no: under § 9 ArbZG employees may in principle not be employed on Sundays and public holidays, and lorries over 7.5 t are subject to a driving ban until 10 pm under § 30 StVO. On top of that come the quiet hours in the house rules. We therefore recommend Saturday; whether a Sunday is possible by way of exception, clarify when you enquire.

Who is liable if something breaks at the weekend?

Liability does not depend on the day of the week: the moving company is liable for household goods under § 451e HGB at €620 per cubic metre. Report visible damage no later than the day after delivery, hidden damage within 14 days. For damage caused by private helpers, your personal liability policy applies.

What should I do if the house rules restrict weekend moves?

Talk to the property management early about whether an exception is possible, or schedule the noisy work for Saturday. We plan time windows with you that fit the house rules and your schedule. That way your private move stays stress-free and your relationship with the neighbours stays good.

Does a long-distance move at the weekend make sense?

A long-distance move over the weekend can make sense if you are tied up during the week. Bear in mind the Sunday driving ban for lorries over 7.5 t: loading often takes place on Saturday and unloading on Monday. We discuss realistic time windows for your route during the survey.

Is there a weekend surcharge?

Whether a surcharge applies for a Saturday date is stated in the written quote; we quote the fixed price after the survey. If you are flexible about the date and choose a quieter weekday, you have more choice. Call us to get a quote for your weekend move .

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Moving at the weekend: pros and cons

Moving at the weekend saves days of leave – but legally, Saturday and Sunday are not the same. The pros and cons at a glance.

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Saturday yes, Sunday rarely: moving at the weekend

Pros and cons

Unsere Firma is based in Berlin-Moabit (Stromstraße 21) and plans moving day with you – whether on a Saturday or preferably during the week.

Moving at the weekend is popular with working people because no day of leave is needed and friends are more likely to have time. Legally, however, a distinction must be made: Saturday is a normal working day, and moving companies work as usual. On Sundays and public holidays, employees may in principle not be employed under § 9 ArbZG, and lorries over 7.5 t may not operate commercially between midnight and 10 pm under § 30 StVO. Sunday moves with a company are therefore the exception.

For a private move with friends, Sunday is possible, but many house rules require quiet; talk to the property management and neighbours beforehand. Saturdays are in demand and booked up early. Whether a surcharge applies for a Saturday date is stated in our quote – we quote the fixed price after a survey. We are liable for your household goods under § 451e HGB at €620 per cubic metre.

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Survey, fixed price, date of your choice

Saturdays are particularly in demand – request your date early. After a survey we quote a fixed price for your weekend move and tell you whether a weekday would be easier to get. Call us on 01625978461 and get your no-obligation quote.

Quotes available individually based on workload, scheduling and the desired scope of services.

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SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

What is different at the weekend

Law, neighbours, authorities

We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and handle moves within the city and as long-distance moves. A weekend move raises different questions from a move during the week: on Saturday everything is possible as usual, while on Sunday the Working Hours Act, the lorry driving ban and quiet in the building apply. The authorities are usually closed; registration follows in the two weeks afterwards. We quote the fixed price after a survey, regardless of which day you choose; we are liable for your household goods under § 451e HGB. More about our private moves and long-distance moves can be found under our services.

Saturday as usual

Saturday is a working day: moving companies, lorries and parking restrictions work as during the week – only demand is higher.

Sunday with limits

Employees may in principle not be employed on Sundays (§ 9 ArbZG); lorries over 7.5 t are subject to a driving ban until 10 pm.

Quiet in the building

Many house rules set quiet hours; clarify with the property management and neighbours beforehand when carrying and drilling are allowed – especially on Sundays.

Long-distance move over the weekend

For long distances, Saturday can be the loading day and Monday the unloading day – with lorries over 7.5 t, the journey pauses on Sunday.

WEIGHING IT UP

Pros and cons at a glance

Whether moving at the weekend is worthwhile depends on your job, helpers and the house rules. These six points help you decide between Saturday, Sunday and a weekday – depending on whether you move alone, with friends or with a moving company.

No day of leave

At the weekend you do not need leave; some employers grant a day off for a move anyway – check your collective agreement or employment contract.

More helpers

Friends and family are more likely to have time on Saturdays. Book them firmly, even if the company carries the heavy furniture.

Less rush-hour traffic

At the weekend, rush-hour traffic is lighter; in nightlife areas, however, parking pressure can be higher in the evening – a parking restriction helps.

Saturdays in demand

Saturdays are booked up early, especially at the end of the month. If you are flexible, you will find a date more easily during the week.

Offices closed

The authorities are usually closed; you register within two weeks of moving in on a working day.

Sunday is different

Moving companies generally do not work on Sundays, and quiet hours in the building apply. Moving with friends is possible – be considerate of the neighbours.

FOR SMALL LOADS

Small volumes without a fixed day

Share the cargo space, cut the costs

For smaller volumes, a shared load is an inexpensive alternative: your household goods travel on a run that is going that way anyway. In return, a time window applies instead of a fixed day – the wish for “exactly on Saturday” cannot always be met.

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CHOOSING THE DATE

Saturday,
Sunday or a weekday

Which day suits your move

Whether a private move within the city or a long-distance move with a long drive: the day of the week determines who can help, how busy the roads are and which rules apply. How to get the parking restriction in front of your door in time – also for a Saturday – is explained in our article Applying for a parking restriction zone. Routes from Berlin can be found under long-distance moves. That way you choose the day consciously.

Saturday

A regular working day for moving companies, no day of leave for you, helpers have time. But booked up early, especially at the end of the month. For a private move, it is worth enquiring six to eight weeks in advance and applying for the parking restriction for the Saturday in good time.

Sunday

Ban on employing staff under § 9 ArbZG, driving ban for lorries over 7.5 t until 10 pm, quiet in the building. Possible with friends and a small van – with consideration for the neighbours and without a drill.

Weekday

Tuesday to Thursday are usually easier to get, and the authorities and landlords can be reached. Some employers give a day off for a move; check your collective agreement or employment contract. With less demand for moving companies, hire vans and parking restriction spaces, a weekday is often the more relaxed choice.

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FAQ

Questions about moving at the weekend

Costs, quiet hours, Sunday, authorities, parking and liability – answered briefly.

Saturdays are more heavily booked because of high demand. Whether a surcharge applies for a weekend date is stated in our written quote; we quote the fixed price after the survey. If you are flexible, you will find a date more easily on a less popular weekday. Enquiring early is worthwhile in any case.

Advantages of moving at the weekend

The biggest advantage of moving at the weekend is obvious: you do not need a day of leave and can organise the move on a day off. Friends and family are more likely to have time on Saturdays to help with carrying and packing. Rush-hour traffic is also lighter at the weekend, which makes journeys between the old and new flats easier.

For working people with fixed working hours, Saturday is often the most realistic option. Because it is legally a normal working day, moving companies work as usual; we quote the fixed price after the survey. That way the move can be planned reliably, without extra stress in your working week.

Disadvantages and challenges at the weekend

One disadvantage of moving at the weekend is the higher demand: Saturdays are often booked weeks in advance. The authorities are usually closed; you register within two weeks of moving in on a working day. On Sundays, there is in principle a ban on employing staff (§ 9 ArbZG), lorries over 7.5 t may not drive, and many house rules require quiet.

If you are flexible, plan early and consider alternative weekdays, especially for a long-distance move with a long driving time. For long distances, Saturday can be the loading day and Monday the unloading day; we clarify this for your preferred date during the survey.

What do you pay for your move?

The answer depends on the size: 1-room flat from €365, 2-room flat from €599, 3-room flat from €884, 4-room flat from €1,344. Houses and villas always receive an individual quote. For long-distance moves a price per kilometre applies, from €4.20/km. It is best to clarify all the details during a free survey.

How is the price composed?

First, the volume of your household goods counts. Then comes the distance, which is charged from €4.20/km. Finally, floor, lift and any parking restriction zone play an important role. For additional services we recommend furniture assembly and a shared load.

Moving services in detail

Here you will find an overview of our most important services.

Shared load – the ideal service for smaller volumes. Shared load
House clearance – clearing flats, houses and cellars. House clearance
Furniture transport – careful transport for your furniture. Furniture transport
Private move – individual support when changing homes. Private move
Move with assembly – all-round service including assembly. Move with assembly
Office move – smooth office moves for businesses. Office move

Moves from Berlin

We plan moves from Berlin (Stromstraße 21), within the city and to other places. Places with their own pages can be found in the locations overview, long distances under long-distance moves.

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