How Much Do Loading and Unloading Services Cost?

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Moving Cost GuidesJuly 15, 2026

How Much Do Loading and Unloading Services Cost?

Professional Loading & Unloading for Rental Trucks, PODS®, U-Boxes®, ABF Trailers, and Moving Containers

Not every customer needs a full-service moving truck. Many customers choose to rent their own transportation equipment and hire Two Marines Moving to handle the heavy lifting.

We regularly provide professional loading and unloading services for:

U-Haul TrucksPenske TrucksBudget TrucksPODS ContainersU-Box ContainersPack Rat ContainersRelocube ContainersABF TrailersCustomer-Owned TrailersMobile Storage Containers

How Pricing Works

Crew Deployment Fee

$150

Covers dispatching, scheduling, operational support, dollies, and basic equipment.

Travel & Fuel Fee

$50+

Zone-based. Varies by service area. Example uses Zone 1 ($50).

Labor Rate

$95/hr

Per mover for first two movers. Each additional mover $75/hr.

Typical Ranges by Home Size

Project TypeCrewTypical HoursTypical Total
Studio Apartment2 Movers1.5–2.5 Hours$485–$675
1 Bedroom Apartment / Condo2 Movers2–3 Hours$580–$770
2 Bedroom Apartment / Condo2 Movers3–4 Hours$770–$960
3 Bedroom Home / Townhome3 Movers3.5–5.5 Hours$1,127–$1,657
4 Bedroom Home3 Movers6–8 Hours$1,790–$2,320

Typical Ranges by Equipment Type

Equipment TypeTypical CrewTypical Hours
U-Box Container2 Movers1–2 Hours
Relocube Container2 Movers1–2 Hours
16' POD Container2 MoversApprox. 2 Hours
16' Pack Rat Container2 MoversApprox. 2 Hours
17' Rental Truck2 MoversApprox. 2 Hours
26' Rental Truck2–3 Movers2–4 Hours
ABF Trailer2–3 Movers2–4 Hours

Professional Loading. Professional Unloading. Professional Execution.

You provide the transportation. We provide the manpower, equipment, experience, and loading expertise.