Yes. Generally, anybody who delivers something to your house should be tipped, with some exceptions (such as FedEx and UPS guys). You should plan on tipping anywhere from $5 to $25 per person, depending on: 1) how large, heavy and unwieldy the furniture is, 2) how many items they are delivering, 3) how many guys there are, and 4) whether the items are particularly expensive and fragile and require extra care.
For example, if you have 2 guys delivering an entire living room set (sofa, armchairs, coffee table, bookcases, and end tables), I would give $20 to $25 to each of them. If you have 4 guys doing the same thing, you don't have to give each one $20. In that case, $10 to $15 would be enough.
If you have 2 guys delivering one small, inexpensive sofa, I would give $5 to each one, or maybe $8 or even $10 if they were really nice and accommodating.
If you have 2 guys delivering one large, heavy, expensive, antique armoire that has to be carried upstairs, I would give $20 to each. If it's a smaller, less expensive one but it still has to be carried upstairs, I'd give each guy $10 to $12. If it's a smaller, less expensive one that doesn't have to be carried upstairs, I'd give $8 to $10 each.
You get the idea. There are no hard and fast rules, so use your judgment.
No, you do not have to tip the furniture delivery man, but some individuals may want too if the task of bringing the furniture in was difficult. It's basically up to the person the furniture is delivered to.
Do you tip the pizza delivery guy? He carries a $20, 3 lb. pizza why not tip the guys that carry in your $1000 dresser that weighs 250lbs.?
If you are moving in to a new home, remodeling your home, or perhaps just redecorating, you will probably have to deal with furniture delivery. Furniture delivery can be a bit of a hassle because it is hard to trust the deliverymen to be careful with your new furniture when moving it in to your home. It is a great idea to move all of your existing furniture out of the deliverymen's way so that they have the clearest shot directly to the place where you want it moved to.
Yes it is acceptable. It is not required and they may try to refuse if but most flower delivery people are not expecting a tip and will be excited about your generosity.
how much do you pay furniture delivery guy
Most furniture companies do not offer free delivery. Fuel prices, truck maintenance, drivers and delivery people are all expenses that need to be paid. If a company offers free delivery, the cost is usually built into the cost of the item.
The best place to go to in Detroit for free furniture delivery is Levin Furniture. They have great deals and if you buy the furniture they will have it delivered to your house for free.
Some outdoor furniture stores in the Topeka area that offer delivery services include the Furniture House and the Topeka Furniture Store. Both have a greta selection.
I normally tip those who go above and beyond the call of duty (aside from people that make their living from tips- waitress, pizza delivery, etc. Which you would automatically tip regardless).
There are many stores which will offer free delivery of furniture sets that you purchase from them. Sears and Target are two stores which offer free delivery with a purchase of $50.00. Macy's on the other hand will do free delivery if you spend $999.
Some people do, and some don't. You might consider the difficulty of the delivery (stairs, etc.), the professionalism of the men, and even the time of year in making your decision.
You will have to pick up your layaway furniture item. They might have delivery services but I believe there is a delivery charge. You are better off getting it yourself.