Is a shared load worthwhile for singles?

A shared load is a particularly low-cost option for singles with few household goods. You share the loading space of a van with other customers, which lowers the costs considerably. However, a certain flexibility with timing is required, as the date depends on other customers' routes.

Which box size is best for a single person's move?

For a single person's move we recommend a mix of small and medium-sized boxes. Heavy items such as books belong in small boxes, while light textiles can be packed in larger ones. This keeps every box easy to carry and makes the transport more efficient.

What does a move cost for a one-person household?

The costs for a one-person household depend on the distance, the number of pieces of furniture and the scope of service required. With our fixed-price model , however, you have full cost transparency after the free survey without hidden extra charges. It is best to get individual advice free of charge.

As a single person, how do I find the right new flat?

Use online portals and local networks to find suitable offers for flats for single people. Pay particular attention to the location, infrastructure and service charges, as these factors weigh especially heavily when living alone. A viewing on site helps you get a realistic picture of the flat.

Can I manage my move alone without help?

A do-it-yourself move is possible in principle, but requires good planning and physical fitness. Especially with bulky furniture or several floors, professional support can save a lot of time and stress. Our team is flexibly at your side – for partial services too.

How do I re-register my residence after the move?

After moving in, you have two weeks to register (§ 17 BMG). In Berlin this can also be done online via the ServicePortal: you need a BundID with the online ID function, the PIN for your identity card and the uploaded landlord confirmation (Wohnungsgeberbestätigung) from your landlord (§ 19 BMG). Without these requirements, you register in person by appointment at the Bürgeramt.

What should I bear in mind with a long-distance move as a single person?

With a long-distance move , early planning is especially important, because the parking restrictions and dates have to fit together at two locations. Also clarify whether you will travel there yourself on the same day or need an overnight stay. More about our service can be found under long-distance moves .

How do I pack my flat as efficiently as possible?

Start with items you rarely need, such as seasonal clothing or decorations. Label each box with the room and contents to make unpacking easier later. As a single person, you benefit particularly from stacking boxes sorted by room.

Is liability insurance necessary for the move?

For damage caused by our team during transport and loading you do not need your own liability insurance: we are liable for it under the German Commercial Code (HGB), up to €620 per cubic metre of loading space (§ 451e HGB). For valuable items, additional insurance is available on request. Photos of the condition before the move help in the event of damage.

What are the advantages of a private moving service for singles?

Our private move service can be adapted to small households – from transport only to packing and furniture assembly. More on this under private move . This leaves you time for registration, contracts and the new flat.

How can I save money when moving as a single person?

Besides a shared load , you can save hard cash by booking early, decluttering unnecessary items and choosing a flexible date. Our transparent fixed-price quote also helps you avoid unexpected extra costs. Simply call us to get an individual quote.

DIGITALLY ORGANISED

Moving digitally as a single person: apps photo inventory and online registration

Q: How far in advance should I plan my move as a single person?

Ideally, start planning your single person's move at least four to six weeks in advance. This gives you enough time to organise boxes, agree dates with the moving company and deal with changes of address early. For short-notice moves, we recommend contacting us directly, as we can also arrange spontaneous dates flexibly.

Part 3: which digital helpers take the load off singles when moving – from a photo of each box to registering online.

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PLANNING ON YOUR SMARTPHONE

Singles guide · Part 3

A smartphone replaces the pile of notes

Digital instead of paper

Unsere Firma Photograph boxes, deadlines in the calendar, register online: how singles keep track during a move.

If you move alone, there is nobody else to remember things for you. Digital helpers take on this role: a checklist on your smartphone, a shared calendar with the moving team and a photo inventory of all boxes. Photograph each packed box with its number, and in the new flat you will know straight away where everything is. How we take over transport and assembly is explained under private move. We quote the fixed price after the survey.

Dealing with the authorities also becomes easier digitally. In Berlin you can register online after moving in – with a BundID, the online ID function and an uploaded landlord confirmation (Wohnungsgeberbestätigung); the deadline is two weeks. You book mail forwarding online with Deutsche Post. In the meantime we take care of packing, transport and furniture assembly. For the transport we are liable under the German Commercial Code (HGB). Call us on 01625978461 for no-obligation advice.

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AGREE THE DATE DIGITALLY

PERSONAL ADVICE

Request a survey appointment – process by message

Fixed price after a survey, agreements in writing

Arrange a survey appointment by phone; afterwards we are happy to confirm the time, loading address and parking restriction in writing so that everything is in your calendar. You receive the fixed price after the survey – without later extra items for things that had been discussed.

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

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CLEAR AGREEMENTS

How we complement your digital planning

Your plan, our execution

Apps remind you of deadlines, but they do not carry boxes. We take over the practical part: packing, transport, furniture assembly and, on request, the parking restriction zone. We agree the date, address and process in advance so that you have everything in your calendar. We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and operate nationwide; we quote the fixed price after a survey. You can see whether your destination has its own page in the locations overview.

Firm arrangements

The date, time, loading addresses and services are stated in the quote – so everything can be transferred to your calendar and checklist.

Packing service

If we pack for you, we number the boxes by room. Your photo inventory then matches the numbers to the contents – with our packing service.

No-parking zone

On request we handle the application at the district office (Bezirksamt). In Berlin the signs must be up at least three full days in advance – one item fewer in your app.

Assembly service

We dismantle the wardrobe and bed and reassemble them at the destination. A photo of the set-up beforehand helps to put furniture back exactly as it was – furniture assembly.

DIGITAL HELPERS

Six digital helpers for the move

You do not need a special app – the calendar, camera and notes on your smartphone are enough for most tasks in a single person's move. All that matters is that everything is in one place and that you set reminders in good time.

Checklist on your phone

A list of deadlines – notice, parking restriction, mail forwarding, registration – sorted by date so that you can tick off every step.

Photo inventory

Photograph every box before closing it and note the number. That way you will find charging cables and tools in the new flat without a long search.

Calendar with reminders

Enter appointments with the landlord, moving team and Bürgeramt in one calendar and set reminders – especially helpful alongside your job.

Scan documents

Save the tenancy agreement, handover report and landlord confirmation as PDFs. The originals travel in your bag, not in a moving box.

Register online

In Berlin, registration can be done online with a BundID and the online ID function – from the age of 18 and with German or EU citizenship.

Photograph meter readings

Photograph the electricity and water meters when moving out and moving in. A dated photo is the simplest proof for the final bill.

SMALL LOADS

Shared load: enquire online, flexible delivery

For a household in a few boxes

A shared load is suitable for small single households with few pieces of furniture and boxes. Your belongings travel on a journey that is planned anyway, so the delivery date is less freely selectable. Enter the time frame in your calendar and allow for a buffer. We quote the price after a survey.

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TOPICS IN PART 3

Planned
digitally, moved safely

From the photo inventory to online registration

Part 3 is about digital helpers for a move as a single person: checklists on your smartphone, a photo inventory of all boxes, scanned documents and registering online. We show which dealings with the authorities can be done online and what is required for this. The question of whether a shared load makes sense is also covered. If you are planning a long-distance move, you will find further information under long-distance moves.

A checklist instead of notes

A digital checklist with deadlines for notice, parking restriction, mail forwarding and registration keeps your private move or student move organised – with a reminder before a date gets tight.

Boxes with a number and photo

Numbered boxes and a photo of their contents save time when unpacking. With a packing service and careful furniture transport, the boxes end up straight in the right room.

Authorities online

Registration, mail forwarding and the broadcasting licence fee can be dealt with online. For small quantities, a shared load or furniture taxi are options – we quote the price after a survey.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about a digitally planned single person's move

Planning, boxes, online registration, insurance and costs.

Ideally, start planning your single person's move at least four to six weeks in advance. This gives you enough time to organise boxes, agree dates with the moving company and deal with changes of address early. For short-notice moves, we recommend contacting us directly, as we can also arrange spontaneous dates flexibly.

Take less, inventory more easily

A move is the perfect time to shed ballast and part with unnecessary things. As a single person in particular, you have the freedom to decide completely on your own what comes into the new flat and what does not. Use this chance to slim down your household and save storage and transport costs in the long term.

It is best to make a list with three categories: keep, sell and donate. This helps you keep track and prevents unnecessary clutter ending up in new moving boxes. The fewer boxes there are, the quicker your photo inventory is done – and every cubic metre saved reduces the transport volume.

Digital helpers for everyday moving tasks

As a single person you can make the most of modern apps and tools to plan your move efficiently. From digital checklists and packing list apps to moving calendars, there are numerous aids that save you time and nerves. Apps that document the contents of each box by photo are particularly practical – that way you know immediately where everything is.

Organising appointments with authorities, landlords or our moving team can also be coordinated much more easily digitally. Use shared calendars or reminder functions so that you do not forget any important step. This keeps your move stress-free and well organised despite a full diary. An overview of useful tools can be found in the article Planning a move with apps and tools.

Moving prices at a glance

No hidden costs – 1 room from €349
Fair gradation – 2 rooms from €605
Transparent prices – 3 rooms from €879
For large households too – 4 rooms from €1,279
House/villa: individual quote
Long-distance moves: from €4.20/km, calculated transparently

We clarify all the details during a free survey.

What determines the price – even when planned digitally

Besides the volume, the distance plays a central role – here we calculate from €4.20/km. The floor, a lift and a required parking restriction zone (Halteverbotszone) also feed into the price. If you want furniture assembly or a shared load, you receive an individual quote for it.

How we support your plan

Our offer ranges from a small transport to a complete moving service.

Office move - Office move: Moves for offices, practices and businesses.

Furniture transport - Furniture transport: We reliably transport individual items too.

House clearance - House clearance: We clear flats and houses professionally.

Move with assembly - Move with assembly: Furniture assembly and dismantling included.

Shared load - Shared load: Good value for smaller moving volumes.

Private move - Private move: For private households of any size.

Long distances: long-distance moves from Berlin

No matter how long the route – we are based in Berlin and get you to your destination with our long-distance moves. More on this under long-distance moves; destinations with their own page are listed in the locations overview.

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