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September 1, 2026
NYC Pro Tasker Team

How Package Pickup Pricing Works: The $45 Flat Rate Explained

How Package Pickup Pricing Works: The $45 Flat Rate Explained

The $45 Flat, Explained

Package pickup is one of the few moving services priced as a flat fee instead of hourly. It starts at $45 flat for a single package from one address to one NYC address. Here's what that covers and what adds a fee.

What's Included in the $45

  • One pickup at one address (a carrier desk, a store, or a building package room).
  • Delivery to one NYC address.
  • A dolly, straps, and basic blankets.
  • A vehicle sized to the package (car for most, van when needed).
  • One trip, no hourly charges.

What Can Add a Fee

  • A second stop (multiple packages from different addresses).
  • Oversize or freight items (over 4 feet or over 100 lbs).
  • A pickup outside the five boroughs (parts of NJ may add a fee).
  • A specific time window narrower than 2 hours.

You'll always know the total before we send the pro. No surprise add-ons.

Why Flat Beats Hourly for Pickups

A package pickup is a short job — 30 to 60 minutes door to door. Hourly pricing would mean a 2-hour minimum ($160) for a 30-minute trip. The flat rate reflects the actual work.

When Hourly Makes Sense Instead

If your pickup is really a moving job — multiple large items, a long carry, or a full vehicle — book moving labor by the hour instead. We'll tell you which is cheaper when you describe the job.

The Deposit

We authorize a one-hour deposit on your card to hold the spot — refundable if you cancel 24+ hours out. The balance is paid after the pickup.

Book NYC package pickup at $45 flat — clear price, no clock.


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