For whom is a part load especially worthwhile?

A shared load is worthwhile above all for people with a small moving volume, such as students, single households or for delivering individual pieces of furniture. The cost advantages are noticeable over longer distances too. If you are flexible on timing and do not depend on a fixed delivery date, you benefit most from this affordable type of transport.

How much does a part load cost compared to the complete move?

This cannot honestly be put in a blanket figure – and you should be sceptical of providers who promise a fixed percentage saving without your furniture list. The price depends on volume, distance and whether a suitable journey is planned. We give you a transparent fixed price so that your expenses can be calculated from the start.

How flexible is the delivery date with a part load?

Since the part load depends on the route planning of several customers, the delivery date is mostly somewhat more flexible than with an exclusive transport. A time window of a few days for the delivery is usual. Anyone who needs an exact fixed date should communicate this early, so we can plan the suitable route accordingly.

Are my moving goods insured in a part load?

Yes. Even on a shared load , the moving company is liable for removal goods under the HGB – with us as with any other provider – limited to €620 per cubic metre of load space required (§ 451e HGB). Make sure you are informed about this liability and the option of additional insurance before the contract is concluded; § 451g HGB requires this. A blanket promise of "complete cover" does not replace this information.

How does the loading in a part load proceed?

In the part load , our staff professionally pack and secure your moving goods before they are stowed together with other shipments in the truck. In doing so, every load is clearly labelled and secured separately, in order to avoid damage. The entire process takes place in a structured way, so at the destination everything arrives complete and intact.

Which items are suited to a part load?

Especially suited to a part load are individual pieces of furniture, moving boxes, household appliances or smaller flat furnishings. Bulky individual items such as sofas or cabinets too can be transported without problems. For very large moving volumes, on the other hand, we recommend a classic home move with an exclusive van, in order to save time and effort.

How far in advance should I book a part load?

Since a shared load depends on suitable routes and spare capacity, we recommend booking a few weeks in advance if possible. On busy routes between large cities, it may also work at short notice. The more flexible you are on the date, the easier it is to find a suitable tour.

Can I also use a part load for international moves?

Yes, the part load is also excellently suited to international long-distance moves within Europe. In doing so, routes are planned so that several customers can be transported abroad on the same route. This considerably reduces the costs compared to an exclusive international transport and nevertheless stays reliable and safe.

What happens if my moving goods cannot be picked up immediately?

Should the suitable route for your part load not be immediately available, we offer a short-notice interim storage. That way you do not have to take care of anything until the next suitable transport is organised. We inform you transparently about the current status and the expected pick-up and delivery date.

Does the service in a part load differ from the classic move?

The basic service stays the same: professional packing, safe transport and punctual delivery. The main difference lies in the fact that in the part load , several customers use the same truck, whereby the price sinks, but the date flexibility is somewhat lower than with the classic home move with an exclusive vehicle.

How do I receive a quote for a part load?

You receive a quote for your part load quite simply by phone on 01625978461 or via our contact form. Tell us volume, pick-up and destination location as well as your desired period, and we immediately draw up a transparent fixed price for you without hidden costs for a smooth transport.

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Q: What exactly is meant by a part load?

In a part load , your moving goods are transported together with those of other customers in a truck that drives the same route anyway. Thereby several clients share the transport costs, which markedly lowers the price per customer. This method is especially suited to smaller volumes and long-distance moves , in which no exclusive van is necessary.

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Shared load: how to check the provider and the quote

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A shared load means your belongings are carried together with other consignments in a lorry that is already heading to your destination region. Several customers share the transport costs, which is considerably cheaper than an exclusive van, especially for long-distance moves. This method is ideal for smaller moving volumes, single pieces of furniture or when you do not depend on a fixed delivery date. This guide shows what matters when choosing a provider – from volume and fixed price to liability.

Above all, make sure the provider asks about or surveys your volume precisely, states the fixed price in writing and informs you about liability under the German Commercial Code (HGB). Blanket promises such as fixed percentage savings or "all-inclusive cover" without details, on the other hand, are not a good sign. We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and, on request, take care of the complete organisation, from packing to safe loading.

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Call us on 01625978461 and request a quote for your shared load. You receive it in writing, with a fixed price, a time window and a note on how we are liable for your belongings – so you can compare it at your leisure.

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

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Quality at a fixed price

As "Beste Umzug Unternehmen", we are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21, Moabit) and make the points you should look out for our own rule: we ask precisely about the volume of your shared load or take a look at it, state the fixed price in writing and explain how far liability under the HGB goes. Whether a private move or a single transport – the time window and services are set out in the quote, not just mentioned on the phone.

Volume asked for

A reputable provider asks for your furniture list or carries out a survey – a price without any information on volume is hardly reliable.

Fixed price in writing

The fixed price and the included services belong in the written quote, as does what possible extra services would cost.

Liability explained

Before the contract is concluded, the company must inform you about liability under the HGB and the option of additional insurance.

Reachable with an address

Look for a complete company address and a phone number on which you can reach someone before and after the transport.

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Our range of services

In every part load, transparency, safety and customer satisfaction are the focus for us. We combine cheap prices with professional service, so your move proceeds stress-free.

Reliable moving service

Collection and delivery windows are set out in writing in the quote – verbal promises alone are not enough for a shared load.

Safe handling

Your belongings are labelled and secured separately; feel free to ask how a provider keeps the individual consignments apart.

Clear communication

Clear quotes also state what is not included – such as furniture assembly, packing or a parking restriction zone.

Structured move planning

Floors, lift and carrying distance belong in the enquiry; if they are missing, there may be additional charges on collection day.

Flexible support

If your date changes, it should be clear until when rebooking is possible – ask about this before booking.

Knowing the deadlines

On delivery you check with the team and record any visible damage; hidden damage must be reported within 14 days (§ 451f HGB).

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Share the cargo space, cut the costs

A cheap shared load is only a good deal if the quote delivers what it promises. Check before you commit: was your volume asked about, is the fixed price set out in writing, is the time window stated and has liability been explained? If anything is missing, ask.

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Everything around your move

Alongside the classic part load, we offer numerous further moving services that are individually tailored to your needs. Inform yourself about our comprehensive home-move service for the complete household move or discover our solutions for long-distance moves within Germany and Europe. Special requirements such as furniture transport, storage or clearance too are part of our range of services. That way you find the suitable moving service for your individual situation guaranteed.

Planning safe and relaxed

A good checklist coordinates dates, helpers and materials early. That way your home move, senior move or student move in Berlin stays transparent, structured and markedly easier to control.

Furniture, boxes, transport routes

With a suitable packing service, careful furniture transport and a flexible small transport, ways can be shortened, damage avoided and even narrow approaches in Berlin managed cleanly in logistical terms.

Costs, timing and special cases

Clear time windows and suitable solutions for an office move, company move, authority move, part load or furniture taxi create reliable processes and better plannable total costs in Berlin.

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What to look out for regarding the provider, quote, date and liability of a shared load.

In a part load, your moving goods are transported together with those of other customers in a truck that drives the same route anyway. Thereby several clients share the transport costs, which markedly lowers the price per customer. This method is especially suited to smaller volumes and long-distance moves, in which no exclusive van is necessary.

Process of a part load: step by step

The process of a shared load starts with a no-obligation enquiry in which you state the volume, collection and destination addresses and your preferred period. Our team then checks which route can be combined with your transport and prepares a transparent fixed-price quote. Since several customers use the same lorry, a shared load is usually somewhat more flexible in scheduling than an exclusive removal transport.

On the agreed collection day, our staff pack and load your belongings properly and secure them for transport. Depending on the route, there may be an intermediate stop where further goods are loaded. At the destination, we deliver within the time window stated in the quote. With any provider, make sure this window is recorded in writing and not just mentioned on the phone.

Costs, advantages and typical situations of use

The cost of a shared load depends on volume, distance and route, but is usually well below that of a dedicated transport. Because the travel costs are spread across several customers, you usually pay much less than for a standard private move with a dedicated vehicle. This solution is particularly attractive for long-distance moves, student moves, single pieces of furniture or if you are flexible on the delivery date.

Typical situations for a shared load are moving to another city with a small moving volume, delivering furniture bought online or transporting heirlooms over long distances. Be careful with offers that promise fixed percentage savings without knowing your volume. When booking, allow enough lead time, as shared loads depend on the availability of suitable tours.

Moving prices clearly summarised

Small moves with us start from €359 for a one-room flat. Slightly larger moves, such as a two-room flat, cost from €609. A three-room flat comes to from €879, a four-room flat from €1,324. If you live in a house or villa, you receive an individual quote from us. For long-distance moves, a price from €3.85 per kilometre applies. The quickest way is a free survey.

Price factors of a move at a glance

Volume: the amount of your belongings
Distance: from €3.85/km
Floor and lift: access to the flat
Parking restriction zone: for a smooth process

In addition, we offer furniture assembly and shared load.

A moving service with all-round care

We offer you more than just transport – we take care of every detail of your move.

Home move: For your move into the new home – home move
Move with assembly: We assemble your furniture on site – move with assembly
Company move: Efficient solutions for businesses – company move
Clearance: We create order and space – clearance
Part load: Save on smaller transports – part load
Furniture transport: Safe and fast to the destination – furniture transport

Moving throughout Germany – from Berlin

We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and from here we handle moves and shared loads throughout Germany. The locations overview shows which places have their own pages; read more about long routes under long-distance moves.

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