What long carry means
A long carry is an extra charge when movers must carry items a long distance from the truck to the door. A shuttle is a smaller truck used when the big one cannot get close.
Also called shuttle, stair carry.
Where it matters on a moving job
Check access before the move: parking, stairs, elevators and distance. Listing these charges up front prevents a fight on moving day.
What it costs
For long carry, the closest koira.ai price is the local movers cost guide, near $1,850 for a typical job and $940 to $2,750 for most. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price.
Work it out
- Cost guide: Local movers cost
- Tools, templates and guides: Free moving resources