I started a Moving Labor Service, Feb 1st 2024 was my first day of operation. It’s been 7 days and I’ve completed (1) job and have (4) quotes, waiting for approval.
Your attention to detail in packing and the way you handle tricky situations like large items is fantastic! I'm curious, what's the most memorable or challenging move you and your team have ever encountered?
I use wardrobe boxes and Amazon mattress bag. They make a big difference. I use the wardrobe boxes for small loose stuff. They save me somewhere between 5-10 trips because I don’t need to keep coming back for them
Those $20/hr for extra employee costs are gonna be a problem in a state where minimum wage is $16. Once you add on taxes, insurance, and workers comp, you're gonna be in the negative.
Then you just have to charge more... Do you know how business works? Provide value. If competitors are undercutting you, find out how they are doing it. Perhaps market to higher-end clients. Specialize in white glove service. There are SO many opportunities to make money.
@@av7062 Yes, I do actually, I own multiple companies. I was pointing out that unless he's paying his employees cash under the table, those calculated costs are off.
@@robc7484 Moving some purchased furniture or moving a partial move - 2 hours to get in & get out. Some people move into a short term rental & leave the rest in storage.
$60/hr for labor isn't enough? You also want the customer to pay all your business expenses... truck rental, gas, furniture covers, dolly and lunch break 😂
Those 4 wheel dollies are your friends, along with commercial bins…. NEVER lift that stuff and carry it, save your body over the years, it will catch up with you!
Moving companies are not profitable unless they overcharge the customer... too much overhead, not enough margin for profit... i keep seeing ads for example PA to CA $1699... It costs almost $1000 in fuel round trip, not including tolls, breakdowns and employees... find another industry
These are rogue movers. Unlicensed and uninsured. No website. Nickle and dime you. Truck too small for anything more than 2 bedroom apartment. They are operating an illegal moving business paying their crew under the tablet o avoid taxes.
I started a Moving Labor Service, Feb 1st 2024 was my first day of operation. It’s been 7 days and I’ve completed (1) job and have (4) quotes, waiting for approval.
Rooting for you man!
@@johnowolabi1943 thank you brother! It’s going very well so far. Hired 2 steadies and 2 on call movers.
Good luck wish you the best !👊
@@bradboisvert4892 brother, I had to turn the phone off! I’ve been networking with other owner/operators to share the jobs I can’t book.
Your attention to detail in packing and the way you handle tricky situations like large items is fantastic! I'm curious, what's the most memorable or challenging move you and your team have ever encountered?
It's truly hard to have this type of business but then I guess its all about passion and commitment.
I have a deep appreciation for these videos
Thanks for taking us along on your moving company journey because your insights into the ups and downs of this business are really eye-opening.
Their moving company seems to be doing an excellent job, and their team appears efficient and professional
You did a great job. Looking forward to more content like this.
I use wardrobe boxes and Amazon mattress bag. They make a big difference. I use the wardrobe boxes for small loose stuff. They save me somewhere between 5-10 trips because I don’t need to keep coming back for them
He needs a ramp so you can dolly boxes right into the truck
Those $20/hr for extra employee costs are gonna be a problem in a state where minimum wage is $16. Once you add on taxes, insurance, and workers comp, you're gonna be in the negative.
Then you just have to charge more... Do you know how business works? Provide value. If competitors are undercutting you, find out how they are doing it. Perhaps market to higher-end clients. Specialize in white glove service. There are SO many opportunities to make money.
@@av7062 Yes, I do actually, I own multiple companies. I was pointing out that unless he's paying his employees cash under the table, those calculated costs are off.
Ain’t no body adding none of that shit 😂 we paying cash over here
@@Username-o5r You already know 😂
Vote trump brotha
There is a peek time and low time... its been hard this year, first time in over 20 years.. hard times.
I am sad and glad you said that I think I picked the wrong year to start a Moving company any advice I just got a winter job to pay bills??
I love these videos so much
Short turnovers are the way to go. My friend used his truck on the weekend for moves. NOT everyone is moving a whole house at once.
Can you elaborate please
@@robc7484 Moving some purchased furniture or moving a partial move - 2 hours to get in & get out. Some people move into a short term rental & leave the rest in storage.
@@matthewbrown6163 that’s exactly what I want to do! How would I advertise that as a business?
@7:17 Reyes is using Jet-eye powers to move the mattress!
What about the gas did I miss it??
You didn’t even talk around how much they make a day
Can u give me tips on how to start I already bought a truck but I'm trying to start
Always very informative!
All I gotta say. You gotta raise your prices. There's no way you are making any money at 115/hr for 2 men. We were charging that in 2014.
It's 2023 what would be a good price per person on labor $ ?
@@Ifitsbendingitsfishing$185
@@Ifitsbendingitsfishingwhere im at in CA it's 150 an hour for 2 guys
@@dreaminllxcwe charge 150 for 2 and 259 for 4 in Texas
$60/hr for labor isn't enough? You also want the customer to pay all your business expenses... truck rental, gas, furniture covers, dolly and lunch break 😂
Those 4 wheel dollies are your friends, along with commercial bins…. NEVER lift that stuff and carry it, save your body over the years, it will catch up with you!
What size truck do I need
Small truck longer time ,you know dang well a 26 ft would fit in the driveway
Moving companies are not profitable unless they overcharge the customer... too much overhead, not enough margin for profit... i keep seeing ads for example PA to CA $1699... It costs almost $1000 in fuel round trip, not including tolls, breakdowns and employees... find another industry
Yeah man you need to up your rates a ton
only amateurs shrink wrap everything lol
How would you do it bro
@@broadwaytony2027 use moving blankets
Cap the end of the couches next time
💙💯
Damn bro talk about under cutting shit
Firsy
That’s the worst loading job ever,you are using suite cases as base , don’t even know the 3. B”s of loading
Start a demolition company .. buy real estate
✊🫡
These are rogue movers. Unlicensed and uninsured. No website. Nickle and dime you. Truck too small for anything more than 2 bedroom apartment. They are operating an illegal moving business paying their crew under the tablet o avoid taxes.
Damn Jay. You are blowing up the spot. There's hundreds of them out here. Unless they break something, the state don't care.
🤐🤫😂😂
Who wants to pay taxes jesus