How much do the CEMovers cost?
Beijing Moving Cost Guide
Average moving prices in Beijing:
Local move starts at ¥800‑20,000.
Long‑distance move and transportation starts at RMB 2000
Local moves (same city / nearby town)
Key factors that shape your moving bill
1. The distance between original pick-up to destination.
2. Volume of your belongings
3. Packing service
4. Extra add‑on services
5. Storage service
6. Insurance & liability coverage
Most movers offer basic and full‑value protection plans. You may also buy separate third‑party moving insurance.
Common extra surcharges
-Special‑item moving: Piano, hot tub, fine art, grandfather clocks etc. need special skills and materials, so they cost more.
- Long‑carry fee: Charged when the truck cannot park close to your building, and crew must carry items far.
- Stair fee: Extra cost for carrying goods up/down many flights of stairs (no lift available).
- Elevator fee: May apply for high‑rise apartment moves.
- Unpacking service: Pay extra if you want movers to unpack and clear away packing waste.
-Storage fees: Short‑term, long‑term or in‑transit storage all cost extra.
-Extra stops: Additional pick‑up / drop‑off points (e.g. picking things up from your storage unit) will increase the bill, based on distance and labour.
-Expedited delivery: Standard long‑distance transit takes 4‑7 days. Pay more if you need faster delivery.
-Tipping: Not mandatory, but cash tips are welcome to thank movers for good work.
Simple tips to cut moving expenses
1.Downsize your belongings first
The easiest way to spend less: get rid of things you no longer need. Sort through closets and go room‑by‑room. Donate unwanted furniture, clothes and trinkets. Sell items via second‑hand platforms, garage sales or sites like [thebeijinger.com](https://thebeijinger.com) / Craigslist.
2.DIY by renting a truck
Rent a truck and move yourself to save big money. Pick a properly‑sized truck from a reliable rental firm.
Note: Some villa/gated communities ban large heavy trucks from entering the compound, so pick your truck size carefully. |
