NWR: tipping movers?

we're moving our stuff on Weds and have no idea how much we're supposed to tip the movers. it's not a long move- LI to NJ.

DH and I could use some advice

TIA!
Marnie

I just used movers and in the contract, they actually had a note suggesting that the tip be 15-20% of the total fee which is what I was going to do anyway. For us, we had them pack our stuff so there was a lot of work and I was ok with the 15-20% tip.

From Real Simple Magazine

Tipping Guidelines For Movers

Assuming the movers have done a good job, 10 to 15 percent of the total fee, split among the movers and given to the foreman, is a nice tip. For a difficult move, you might think about tipping each mover up to $100. Feel free to ask what is customary when you get your estimates. Refreshments (especially plenty of water) are always appreciated.

Written by Adam Bluestein
June 2005

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Posted by libride

I just used movers and in the contract, they actually had a note suggesting that the tip be 15-20% of the total fee which is what I was going to do anyway. For us, we had them pack our stuff so there was a lot of work and I was ok with the 15-20% tip.

From Real Simple Magazine

Tipping Guidelines For Movers

Assuming the movers have done a good job, 10 to 15 percent of the total fee, split among the movers and given to the foreman, is a nice tip. For a difficult move, you might think about tipping each mover up to $100. Feel free to ask what is customary when you get your estimates. Refreshments (especially plenty of water) are always appreciated.

Written by Adam Bluestein
June 2005

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very cool!
thanks!