Overview
What this business looks like
Summer is moving season — and most people need more help than they can get from friends who bail at the last minute. If you have access to a truck, trailer, or even a large SUV, you can charge $50-100/hour for loading, hauling, and unloading. Moving help is high-demand, poorly marketed by local competitors, and almost universally referred by word-of-mouth. Junk hauling is the year-round companion: furniture, appliances, and yard waste that people want gone. One job from Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace can turn into a recurring hauling client. Startup cost is near zero if you already have a vehicle — most of the kit is hustle and reliability.
Startup Costs
What you need to invest
Total investment
$100-280
| Item | Cost |
|---|
| Moving blankets / furniture pads (6-pack) |
$25-60 |
| Rope, tie-down straps, bungee cords |
$15-35 |
| Furniture dolly / hand truck |
$30-75 |
| Work gloves (2-3 pairs) |
$10-20 |
| Liability disclaimer / simple service agreement (print) |
$0-10 |
| Business cards + magnetic truck sign |
$20-50 |
| Venmo/CashApp/Zelle account (free) or card reader |
$0-30 |
| Total |
$100-280 |
What's inside this premium kit:
- ✓ Step-by-step launch guide (6 steps to your first customer)
- ✓ Pricing strategy with 3 tiers (what to charge, when, and how)
- ✓ 4 copy-ready marketing templates (social posts, flyers, scripts)
- ✓ Growth playbook (1 → 20 customers)
- ✓ Pro tips from people already running this hustle