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What is a Flat Fee Move?

Transparent, guaranteed pricing with absolutely no hidden costs

A flat fee move is exactly what it sounds like — you receive a single, guaranteed price for your entire move, and that price does not change. No hourly billing, no fuel surcharges, no surprise stair fees, and no charges for travel time. Piece of Cake Moving & Storage pioneered flat fee moving in New York City because we believe our customers deserve to know exactly what they are paying before the first box is loaded. Our flat fee guarantee has earned us over 12,680 five-star reviews and the trust of thousands of New Yorkers.

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No Surprises — Ever

With hourly movers, the clock is always running. Traffic delays, elevator waits, complicated furniture disassembly — every minute adds to your bill, and the final cost can be double what you were originally quoted. Our flat fee eliminates that anxiety entirely. The price we quote before your move is the exact price you pay after your move. If the job takes longer than expected, that is our problem, not yours. If traffic is bad, that is on us. If your building's elevator takes an extra 30 minutes to become available, your price stays the same.

What Is Included in Your Flat Fee

Every flat fee move from Piece of Cake includes a professional crew with a clean, well-maintained truck. All labor from loading to unloading. Travel time and fuel costs. Basic packing materials including shrink wrap, furniture pads, and tape. Complete disassembly and reassembly of standard furniture. Floor, wall, door, and banister protection at both locations. Free packing of TVs, mirrors, and glass tabletops. COI preparation and submission for your building. Building coordination including elevator booking. There is no line item for fuel, no charge for stairs, no fee for long carries, and no surcharge for weekends or holidays.

Flat Fee vs. Hourly: Why It Matters

The difference between flat fee and hourly pricing comes down to who bears the risk. With hourly movers, you bear all the risk. Every delay, complication, or unexpected obstacle increases your cost. With our flat fee, we bear the risk. We know how long moves take, we plan for contingencies, and we price accordingly. This means you get a fair, competitive price upfront and complete certainty about your total cost. It also means our crews are incentivized to work efficiently rather than slowly, because our pay does not increase with extra hours. You get a faster, more focused move at a price you agreed to in advance.

Our Flat Fee Guarantee

Our guarantee is simple: the price we quote is the price you pay. Period. We have been in business long enough to know that trust is earned through consistency, and our pricing is no exception. If your move details remain the same as what was quoted (same items, same locations, same access conditions), your price is locked in. If there are last-minute changes — like additional items or a different address — we will provide an updated quote before any work begins, so you are never surprised. This guarantee applies to every move we handle, local or long distance, residential or commercial.

Our flat fee pricing means no hidden surprises, ever.

We offer a guaranteed, all-inclusive flat fee, locked in before your move day.

We pack all of your mirrors, glass table tops, pictures, and artwork at no extra charge. We also provide free wardrobe boxes for your hanging clothes on move day, so you don't need to worry about folding or wrinkling your favorite outfits.

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Packing Services

Full Packing

Our professional packers will carefully pack every item in your home using premium materials, saving you time and stress.

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Platinum Packing Experience

Our white-glove platinum service includes custom crating, specialty wrapping, and dedicated handlers for your most prized possessions.

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Plastic Bin Hire

Rent sturdy, reusable plastic moving bins delivered right to your door. A greener, easier alternative to cardboard boxes.

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Box and Material Delivery

We deliver boxes, tape, bubble wrap, and all the packing supplies you need right to your doorstep before move day.

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Valuable Item Packing

Artwork, antiques, electronics, and other high-value items receive custom packing solutions to ensure maximum protection during transit.

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Piano Moving

From uprights to grand pianos, our trained specialists use the right equipment and techniques to move your piano safely.

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Make space with our flexible short and long term storage

Whether you need to store a few items or an entire household, our climate-controlled storage facilities in NYC are the perfect solution. We offer flexible short-term and long-term options with 24/7 security monitoring and easy access to your belongings whenever you need them.

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✓Guaranteed flat price — no hourly billing
✓Labor, travel, and fuel all included
✓No stair, elevator, or long carry charges
✓No weekend or holiday surcharges
✓Free furniture disassembly and reassembly
✓Free packing of TVs, mirrors, and glass
✓COI and building coordination included
✓Floor and wall protection included
✓If the job takes longer, price stays the same
✓12,680+ reviews built on pricing trust

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if my move takes longer than expected?+
Your price stays the same. Our flat fee guarantee means that if the job takes longer due to elevator delays, traffic, or any other reason, you still pay the originally quoted price. The risk is on us, not you.
Are there any charges not included in the flat fee?+
The only things not included are optional add-on services like full packing, storage, and specialty crating. Core moving services — labor, travel, fuel, materials, furniture handling, protection, and COI — are all included.
How do you calculate the flat fee?+
Our pricing is based on the size of your move (number of items and rooms), the origin and destination addresses, floor level and access conditions, and any special items. We assess these factors and provide a single guaranteed price.
Can the price go up after I book?+
Only if the details of your move change — for example, if you add significant items or change your address to a location with different access conditions. In that case, we provide an updated quote before proceeding. If nothing changes, your price is locked in.
Is flat fee more expensive than hourly?+
In most cases, flat fee is either comparable or less expensive than hourly when you account for the total time a move takes. Hourly quotes often look lower initially but balloon with traffic, complications, and overtime. Our flat fee gives you the true cost upfront.

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Our Moving Services

24/7/365 Moving

Need to move at night, on a weekend, or over a holiday? We are available 24/7, 365 days a year to help you move on your schedule.

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Local Residential Moving

Moving within NYC? Our local residential movers handle apartments, condos, townhouses, and homes with expert care and efficiency.

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Long Distance Moving

Whether you are moving across state lines or across the country, our long distance moving services ensure a smooth, stress-free transition.

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Office & Commercial Moving

Minimize downtime and disruption with our professional office and commercial moving services tailored for businesses of every size.

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Small Moves

Have just a few items to move? Our small move service is perfect for studio apartments, dorm rooms, or partial moves at competitive rates.

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Last Minute Moving

Plans changed? No problem. Our last minute moving service can accommodate urgent moves with the same level of care and professionalism.

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