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    23 May 202611 min read

    What Does a Moving Company Cost in 2026? Complete Price Guide

    A moving company in Sweden typically costs SEK 600–1,200 per hour before the RUT tax deduction in 2026. Here's the full price picture – hourly rates, fixed prices, hidden fees and concrete examples for flats, houses and offices.

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    The Marketit editorial team

    Specialists in the service industry

    Published: 23/05/2026Last updated: 23 May 2026

    Summary

    • The 2026 hourly rate is SEK 600–1,200/hr before RUT, which is halved with the deduction.
    • A typical flat move costs SEK 1,200–8,400 after the RUT deduction (studio to house).
    • RUT only covers labour costs – materials, vehicles and storage don't count.
    • Book outside month-end and compare at least 3 quotes to save 30–50%.
    • Packing yourself is the single biggest saving on a move.

    Quick answer: What does a moving company cost in 2026?

    A reputable moving company in Sweden costs SEK 600–1,200 per hour (incl. VAT, before the RUT deduction) for a team of two movers and a van. After the RUT deduction, the hourly rate drops to SEK 300–600/hr. For a typical 50 sqm two-room flat, the labour cost lands at SEK 2,250–4,800 after RUT, and a standard 120 sqm house normally costs SEK 4,750–8,400 after RUT for the labour alone. With packing help, materials and longer distances, a larger house move can reach SEK 12,000–25,000 in total.

    2026 price guide: hourly rates at moving companies

    | Level | Before RUT (SEK/hr) | After RUT (SEK/hr) | What's included |

    |---|---|---|---|

    | Budget (smaller local firm) | 600–750 | 300–375 | 2 movers + van, basic equipment |

    | Standard (established firm) | 750–950 | 375–475 | 2–3 movers, collective agreement, insurance |

    | Premium (nationwide) | 950–1,200 | 475–600 | 3 movers, packing materials, guarantees, fixed price possible |

    > Important: The RUT deduction only covers labour costs, not materials, vehicles or storage. Add-on services are invoiced without any deduction.

    Example calculations – how much your move will cost

    Small move (studio/student flat, 25 sqm)

  1. 3–4 hours of work, 2 movers
  2. Total: SEK 2,400–4,800 before RUT → SEK 1,200–2,400 after RUT

    3. Medium move (2–3 room flat, 50–75 sqm)

  3. 6–8 hours of work, 2 movers, local move (<30 km)
  4. Total: SEK 4,500–9,600 before RUT → SEK 2,250–4,800 after RUT
  5. Plus a call-out fee of SEK 500–1,200

    6. Large move (house, 120+ sqm)

  6. 10–14 hours of work, 3 movers
  7. Total: SEK 9,500–16,800 before RUT → SEK 4,750–8,400 after RUT
  8. Extra: packing help SEK 3,000–8,000, storage SEK 500–1,500/month

    9. Long-distance move (Stockholm → Gothenburg, 470 km)

  9. A fixed price is most common: SEK 18,000–35,000 for a house move
  10. RUT only applies to labour, not the distance driven

    11. What affects the price?

  11. Volume – the number of cubic metres determines how many trips and how large a van are needed.
  12. Distance – above roughly 50 km, a per-kilometre charge is added (SEK 8–15/km).
  13. Stairs and lifts – no lift means extra labour time (15–25% more).
  14. Timing – end of month, Fridays and summer months are 10–20% more expensive.
  15. Packing – packing yourself saves 20–40% compared with a full-service move.
  16. Heavy lifting – pianos, safes or aquariums are charged extra (SEK 500–3,000).
  17. Furniture disposal – SEK 1,500–4,000 per trip to a recycling centre.

    18. The RUT deduction on moving in 2026 – how it works

    Since 2017, removal services have been covered by the RUT deduction (a Swedish tax relief for household services). You can deduct 50% of the labour cost directly on the invoice, up to a cap of SEK 75,000 per person per year (the RUT cap; ROT – the equivalent deduction for renovation work – has a separate cap of SEK 50,000 per person per year).

    Example: Labour cost SEK 8,000 → You pay SEK 4,000, and the company claims the remaining SEK 4,000 from Skatteverket (the Swedish Tax Agency). You don't need to pay upfront or keep a receipt – it's all handled on the invoice.

    Hidden costs to watch out for

  18. Call-out fee – SEK 500–1,500 (covers transport to and from the depot)
  19. Stair surcharge – SEK 200–500 per floor without a lift
  20. Weekend surcharge – 25–50% on the hourly rate
  21. Storage – SEK 800–2,500/month for 10 cbm
  22. Moving boxes – SEK 35–65 each if not included (budget for 30–60 for a two-room flat)
  23. End-of-tenancy cleaning – SEK 35–60/sqm (also eligible for RUT)

    24. How to get the best price on a moving company

  24. Compare at least 3 quotes – the price difference between firms is often 30–50%.
  25. Book in advance – at least 6 weeks before month-end gives a lower price.
  26. Avoid the Friday before month-end – the most expensive moving date of the year.
  27. Pack yourself – you'll save SEK 3,000–10,000 on an average-sized move.
  28. Ask for a fixed price – for large moves, this protects you against unexpected extra hours.

    29. On Marketit you can post a job for free and get quotes from verified, F-tax registered moving companies (F-skatt is the Swedish self-employed/business tax registration) in your area within hours.

    Price by region

    Prices vary between Swedish cities. Stockholm sits around 10–15% above the national average, Gothenburg and Malmö around 5–10% above, while smaller towns such as Sundsvall, Karlstad and Växjö are 5–15% below. Long-distance moves between regions are usually priced as a fixed rate based on volume × distance.

    Summary

    A moving company in 2026 typically costs SEK 300–600/hr after RUT, and a full flat move ranges from SEK 1,200 to SEK 8,400 after the deduction (studio to house). By packing yourself, comparing quotes and avoiding month-end, you can cut your total cost by up to 40%.

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