Tipping movers is not required but is customary and a great way to show appreciation for their time and labor. The amount to tip movers varies depending on the quality of service, but a good rule of thumb is to tip between 10% to 20% of the total move amount for each mover. Alternatively, you can tip based on the work done, such as $5 to $10 per mover per hour, which works out to $20 to $40 per person for a half-day move (four hours) or $40 to $80 per person for a full-day move (eight hours) . Some people also tip a flat rate of $4 to $5 per hour per mover or between 5% and 10% of the total move cost. It is recommended to tip movers individually at the end of the day to allow tipping different amounts if necessary and eliminate the possibility of one mover keeping the lump sum.