Professional Packers: Is the Investment Worth the Time Saved?

Hiring professional packers is a decision many people struggle with during a move. The real question is simple: Is the time and stress you save worth the cost?
For anyone with a tight schedule, fragile items, or a desire to make the moving process easier, professional packing services can be a game-changer.

1. Cost vs. Time: What Are You Really Paying For?

While hiring packers increases the overall price of your move, it dramatically reduces the amount of time you need to spend preparing — often turning days of work into just a few hours.

Understanding the Costs (Average $460 to $1180)

Professional packers can be booked separately from your moving service (explore our full packing and unpacking services).
Pricing depends on the size of your home and whether you need a full or partial pack.

• Partial Pack: Starting at about $460 + Tax, typically used for kitchens or fragile items. Similar to single-item moving, minimum durations may apply.
  
• A full home pack can go up to $2000
  

Materials Included:
Most companies provide high-quality boxes, tape, and protective wraps as part of the service, saving you the trouble of buying supplies yourself (check our boxes and moving supplies).

2. The True Value: Fast, Efficient, Professional Packing

Packing a 3-bedroom home can take the average person 40–60 hours.
A trained packing crew can finish the same job in just one day.

Why Professional Packers Are Faster

• Experience & Systems: After thousands of moves, professionals know exactly how to pack each room efficiently.
  
• Higher Protection: Correct wrapping and boxing reduces the risk of damage — something DIY packing often can’t guarantee.
  

3. When Hiring Professional Packers Is the Best (or Only) Option

In certain situations, bringing in pros isn’t just convenient — it’s the safest choice.

Fragile or High-Value Items

Professional packers use specialized techniques to protect delicate pieces far better than standard home packing.

• Great for handling electronics during commercial movers jobs
  
• Essential for items like artwork, crystal, fine china
  

Insurance Advantage:
If movers pack the items, they are typically covered under the company’s valuation policy, making the claims process simpler if something goes wrong.

Time-Sensitive or Complex Moves

If you’re short on time or dealing with tricky layouts, professional packers can eliminate major stress.

• Last-Minute Moves: When paired with last-minute movers, packers can quickly prepare your entire home so the move stays on schedule.
  
• Condos & Apartments: Limited elevators, tight hallways, and strict move-in/out times make condo movers jobs much more efficient with packers involved.
  

FAQ

How long does it take professional packers to pack a home?

A team of 2–4 packers can usually pack a two-bedroom apartment in 4–6 hours, depending on how much you have.

Do packers also unpack?

Yes. Many companies offer full packing and unpacking services, which can include setting up your kitchen, organizing books, or removing all packing materials after the move.

What should I do before packers arrive?

• Declutter (decide what you’re keeping)
  
• Set aside daily essentials
  
• Separate valuable items you plan to transport yourself
  

Does my insurance cover damage if I pack my own boxes?

Typically, no. Boxes labeled PBO (Packed By Owner) often receive limited coverage.
Items packed by professionals are generally better protected under the moving company’s insurance.

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Alex Ishchuk Account Manager

Humber College graduate, specializes in Logistics and Management. 7 years of experience in transportation across North America.

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