Moving help in Zurich

In short: moving help

Moving to a new flat or house in Switzerland? Moving helpers carry boxes and furniture, load and unload the van and help you settle into your new home. This guide gives indicative prices with their sources, customary moving dates in some cantons and what to agree before moving day. On Workpop you post your moving job for free and choose your helpers.

Good to know: Zurich

• City of Zurich: the customary termination dates are 31 March and 30 September, with three months' notice. Your lease prevails; if in doubt, ask the local conciliation authority. Source: mieterverband.ch

Frequently asked questions

• How much do moving helpers cost in Switzerland?

  As a guide, Ofri lists company prices of CHF 700–1'500 for a 3 to 3.5-room flat (about 3 helpers, 5 hours) and CHF 1'100–2'400 for a 4 to 4.5-room flat (about 4 helpers, 6 hours), as of June 2024. With a private helper, you agree the price yourselves.
• When do people move in Switzerland?

  Usually on the locally customary dates, which differ by canton and municipality – for example 1 April, 1 July and 1 October in Vaud, or 31 March and 30 September in the city of Zurich. Geneva and Valais have none. Check your lease, which prevails.
• Do the helpers bring a van?

  Not automatically. Say in your job whether you need a van, and agree who organises it and who pays for the rental and the fuel.