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No, not tipping movers isn’t considered rude. Tipping is optional, not expected. There are plenty of alternative ways to show your appreciation without tipping.

The average cost to move a piano is around $400, but your total will depend on the type of piano and your living situation—tight corners and flights of stairs will complicate the move. Moving an upright piano will be more affordable—around $250—and a full grand piano will cost closer to $550. Long-distance moves will bump all of these prices up and sometimes double them if the move is across state lines.

Hiring professional movers costs an average of $1,700, but prices range between $920 and $2,530 for local moves. Long-distance moves—usually over 100 miles— will be significantly more expensive, ranging from $2,700 to $10,000. Some factors that affect your moving expenses include the number of movers required for the work, additional services like packing and unpacking, the home size, storage needs, and the distance required to travel to your new home. Don’t forget to account for moving costs like renting a moving truck, tipping movers, and moving supplies.

Tipping movers isn’t required, and most professional movers won’t expect it, but it’s a nice gesture to show your appreciation for the care they put into keeping your belongings and home safe. It’s best to tip each mover individually, usually around $10 each per hour. It’s a good idea to tip your movers if they took extra time to pack your belongings before moving, or if they moved specialty items, like a piano, pool table, aquariums, or vehicles.