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EXCELLENT Based on 477 reviews Alana Holder2025-07-30 Dzenis and his crew did an amazing job moving me from manhattan to Brooklyn! Overall everyone I interacted with at magical moving was amazing and super professional and responsive! Sister Lambert2025-07-30 I was blown away by the service I received from Magical Movers! Not only did they match a competitor's quote, but they also exceeded my expectations with their professionalism and care. The team arrived promptly, with a smile, and worked efficiently to ensure a seamless transition. I'm so glad I chose them, and I appreciate the outstanding service provided by Juan, his partner, and the representatives. Sophie Lanchez2025-07-28 We use Magical Moving & Storage for moving furniture and boxes from my one bedroom apartment to a storage unit. From start to finish there is clear communication about the pricing, and the arrival time. No surprise fees! Dzenis and his team were very efficient, and took special care of all the furniture, boxes, and fragile items. He came in during the time he said he would. He made sure all the inventory was accounted for, he also asked if we had any additional items. Dzenis and his colleague carefully placed moving blankets for the furniture, and packed the tv safely for moving. This was the best moving experience I've had in the past few years, and no items were lost. They did a fantastic job! Their team neatly placed all the items in the storage unit. I will definitely use Magical Moving in the future again for my next move! Nicolas Litonjua2025-07-22 The Magical Moving team is one of the best in NYC. They were extremely fast/efficient and accommodating with changes in our inventory list. Would highly recommend! Helen Delphia2025-07-21 Felix and Leo helped my bf and I last week for our move and did an amazing job moving our 1 bedroom apartment from queens to brooklyn! they were very fast, efficient, and great with communication. I would easily recommend them to anyone who is moving. thank you again! Helen Zhang2025-07-21 Efficient, fast, and considerate. They are the best! When they helped us move back, we found the electronic sofa did not work. They immediately promised that they will fix the sofa for us, and if it can't be fixed, they can file an insurance claim. Their service guy came the next day and fixed that sofa. So everything works out. Their moving guys are also very hard working, professional and honest. I highly recommend their service. Michelle Luczo2025-07-20 Dzenis and team were so efficient and handled everything with care. Great movers. On time and so quick! Would work with them again. Alexandria Abenshon2025-07-17 What a great experience! Everything about our move was a breeze and the process was simple, efficient and affordable. I underestimated my inventory (yikes!) and they were kind enough to work with me and make things happen. Couldn’t recommend them more highly. Patrick Murphy2025-07-17 Arrived on time and started quickly - fast amd courteous service, the easiest move of my life. Dzenis made sure everything was accounted for and made it all very easy. Joy Zhou Done2025-07-16 Rush and his movers did a fantastic job moving us from Baltimore to NYC. Showed up on time, packed up our things with care and were very efficient. They were professional, courteous, and considerate. We will absolutely be using them again in the future. Thanks for the great service and for making this the most painless move we have ever had.
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The Big Question: Should I Tip My Movers?
While it’s not mandatory, we consider that tipping the movers is a nice gesture, especially when the move is well done. However, whether or not to tip movers can depend on several factors, and you should consider them from every angle.
Tipping movers in New York City is a very kind and appreciated gesture. It’s not just a way to financially support someone, it’s simply a way to show how much you appreciate someone’s effort and hard work.
The #1 factor is financial capability.
If you’re not in a position to give tips, don’t feel bad about it – it’s a normal thing. You may not want the additional expense, even though you’ve already utilized their services.
The #2 factor is the quality of service.
Surely, you’ll be more inclined to tip people who made an effort during your move rather than those who complained or, worse, broke your favorite set of glasses, right? The quality of service can even influence the amount you decide to tip the movers.
The #3 factor is the cost of the move.
Some moving companies may include tips in the service price. Therefore, inquire beforehand before the movers complete the move so you’re aware.

How Much Should I Tip My Movers?
The usual tip amount typically depends on the quality of service and your satisfaction with the received moving services. Additionally, this amount may be influenced by the overall moving costs, so keep in mind to stay within your financial means, as mentioned earlier.
Let’s say you had movers who worked for 3 hours. Typically, such tips are given at a rate of $15 to $20 per hour per mover. This means that if you had 3 movers working for 3 hours, the tip would range from $135 to $180.
However, keep in mind that every tip should also be based on the quality of service. If you had movers who efficiently and safely completed your move, consider giving them a slightly larger bonus than the standard rate.
To better understand when to give a larger or smaller tip, it’s best to rely on your own satisfaction and simple reasoning.
For example, if the movers were professional, efficient, fast, and safe, or even courteous and performed some challenging tasks for you, and you had good communication with them, it’s a nice gesture to give them a larger tip.
On the other hand, if the movers were careless, unprofessional, or impolite, then you certainly don’t want to reward them with a larger bonus. Alternatively, you may even consider reducing the tip from the standard amount.
When and How to Tip My Movers?
To tip movers, there are several ways you can do it.
The simplest, of course, is cash. Movers will gladly accept cash as it is the fastest and easiest method of payment. They can distribute the money on the spot, making it the most convenient option.
However, if you’re unable to tip movers in cash, you can do it with a credit card, although not every moving company may accept card tips. In such a case, it’s best to have some cash on hand.
And the last question that surely interests you – when should you tip movers? The best time to tip movers is at the end of the move. This way, you’ll have a comprehensive overview of the entire relocation, and all impressions will be fresh in your mind, allowing you to decide on the tip amount.
However, in the case of long-distance moves, you may have two teams handling your move. It’s advisable to contact the moving company before the move to confirm whether you’ll have one or two teams. Based on this information, you can then distribute tips accordingly.
One team will handle the packing, and the other will likely handle the actual move. It’s fair to tip the first team at the beginning and the second team at the end of the move.
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