Pickup Truck
Smaller Local Moves
- 1 mover with pickup truck: $60/hour
- 2 movers with pickup truck: $100/hour
Transparent Vehicle & Crew Rates
Pickup truck, 17 ft, and 26 ft truck pricing for Toronto and GTA moving jobs
Get a Real QuoteHow Much Do Movers Cost Per Hour in Toronto?
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In Toronto and the GTA, G&T Moving charges $100 per hour for two movers with a 17 ft or 26 ft truck, $145 per hour for three movers with a 17 ft truck, and $60 per hour for one mover with a pickup truck. Every local job has a 2-hour minimum, and the clock starts when the vehicle arrives at your address — not when loading begins.
The rates below include the vehicle and moving crew. Final cost still depends on travel distance, fuel surcharge, stairs, parking, elevator access, item difficulty, and whether the move includes pianos, large appliances, glass, marble, safes, or other heavy and delicate items.
17 ft Truck
Mid-Size Moves
- 2 movers with 17 ft truck: $100/hour
- 3 movers with 17 ft truck: $145/hour
26 ft Truck
Larger Residential & Heavy Jobs
- 2 movers with 26 ft truck: $100/hour
- 3 movers with 26 ft truck: $150/hour
- 4 movers with 26 ft truck: $195/hour
- 5+ movers with 26 ft truck: custom quote
Moving within a specific city? See rates and local access notes for Markham, Richmond Hill, or all GTA service areas. Moving a workplace instead? See office movers Toronto.
Base Pricing Rules
- Two-hour minimum. After the first two hours, time is billed in 30-minute increments; any partial half hour counts as a full half hour.
- Time starts when the vehicle arrives at the scheduled moving location.
- A fuel / travel surcharge is added based on vehicle type, distance, and actual job locations.
- Cash is accepted. EMT / e-Transfer payments are subject to tax, and an official invoice can be provided.
Extra Charges & Notes
- Large appliances, pianos, glass cabinets, marble tabletops, safes, and other items over about 200 lb must be declared in advance and may require extra charges.
- Boxes, packing support, and extra protective materials can be provided for an additional charge.
- Basic disassembly and reassembly for items such as bed frames, tables, shelving, treadmills, and washing machines can usually be arranged when disclosed at booking; complex or last-minute requests may incur extra charges.
- Please tell us in advance about stairs, elevator bookings, loading restrictions, parking limits, or long carry distances so we can plan crew, truck, and quote accurately.
- Nursing home moves receive 20% off. Eligibility and final price are confirmed at booking.
Quick Summary
- Two-hour minimum; after that, billed in 30-minute increments (any partial half hour counts as a full half hour)
- A fuel / travel surcharge applies based on vehicle, distance, and job locations
- Time starts when the vehicle arrives at the customer’s scheduled location
- Cash payment accepted; EMT / e-Transfer payments are subject to tax, and an official invoice can be provided
- Nursing home moves receive 20% off; eligibility and final price are confirmed at booking
- Extra charges may apply for pianos, large appliances, marble, glass, safes, items over about 200 lb, stairs, elevators, parking, and long carry distances
Testimonials
What customers say after booking G&T
Pricing matters, but so does how the move is handled. These reviews help show what customers experienced after getting a quote and booking the job.
“We moved a four-bedroom home from Toronto to Ottawa, including a piano, and everything arrived safely. The crew was professional, punctual, careful, and made the whole move feel far less stressful.”
Jackson G.
Long-distance house move with piano
“The team arrived on time, worked efficiently, handled our belongings with care, and kept communication clear from start to finish. The whole process was smooth and stress-free.”
Yaya H.
Smooth and efficient moving day
“They worked efficiently without wasting time, had a great attitude, and offered a very reasonable price.”
Wendy X.
Fast service with fair pricing
Toronto Moving Cost FAQs
How much do movers charge per hour in Toronto?
Toronto movers are usually priced by the hour for a truck plus crew, and G&T Moving charges $100 per hour for two movers with a 17 ft or 26 ft truck. Smaller jobs start at $60 per hour for one mover with a pickup truck, and larger crews run $145 per hour (3 movers, 17 ft), $150 per hour (3 movers, 26 ft), and $195 per hour (4 movers, 26 ft). All local jobs carry a 2-hour minimum and then bill in 30-minute increments, plus a fuel and travel surcharge based on distance.
What are red flags with movers?
The clearest red flags are a mover who will not put the hourly rate, minimum hours, and surcharge rules in writing before the job. Others: no proof of commercial liability and cargo insurance, no verifiable business address or phone number, a quote that stays silent on stairs, elevators, parking, and long carry distances, refusing to issue an invoice, and pressure to pay a large deposit up front. G&T Moving carries commercial business, public liability, and cargo insurance, publishes its rate card on this page, and can provide an official invoice.
Who are some affordable movers in Toronto?
Affordability in Toronto comes down to three numbers: the hourly rate for truck and crew, the minimum hours, and what gets added on top. G&T Moving's rate card starts at $60 per hour for one mover with a pickup truck and $100 per hour for two movers with a truck, with a 2-hour minimum and 30-minute billing after that. Nursing home moves receive 20% off. A low headline rate with a four-hour minimum and undisclosed surcharges usually costs more than a transparent hourly rate, so compare the full quote rather than the first number.
Which movers and packers are the best in Toronto?
The best fit depends on what you are moving: a studio condo, a full house, or high-risk items such as a piano, marble, safes, or anything over about 200 lb. For difficult items and tight access, look for movers with liftgate trucks, piano skid boards and specialty dollies, declared insurance, and a crew that plans elevator bookings and parking in advance. G&T Moving handles residential, commercial, and specialty transport across Toronto and the GTA, operates 365 days a year, and serves customers in both English and Chinese.
Is there a minimum charge for moving service?
Yes. Local jobs start with a 2-hour minimum. After the first 2 hours, time is billed in 30-minute increments, and any partial half hour counts as a full half hour.
When does the timer start?
Time starts when the truck arrives at the scheduled pickup or moving location, not when loading begins inside the property.
What usually increases the final price?
Fuel / travel surcharge, stairs, elevator limits, parking, long carry distances, and special items such as pianos, marble, glass, safes, large appliances, or items over about 200 lb can all affect the final quote.
How does payment work?
Cash is accepted. EMT / e-Transfer payments are subject to tax, and an official invoice can be provided upon request.
