Blog · 23 October 2026
Call-out and start-up fees for furniture assembly: how to compare fairly
A low hourly rate means little if extra costs are added. Here is how to see in advance what you will really pay.
With furniture assembly, extra costs often come on top of the labour price: call-out fees, start-up fees per order or a surcharge for evenings, weekends or urgent jobs. IKEA, for example, charges a €49 start-up fee per order for the assembly service carried out by Klusup. So always compare the total price for your order. At PaxMonteur the price is all-in: no call-out fees and no start-up fee, from €79.
Which costs might you come across?
- Call-out fees: a fixed amount for the journey to your home.
- Start-up fees or a starting rate: an amount per order or per visit.
- Surcharges: for evenings, weekends, urgent jobs or a higher floor.
- Minimum booking: for example a full hour, even if the job takes less time.
- Materials: plugs and screws for wall fixings.
An example
The IKEA assembly service is carried out by Klusup. IKEA charges a €49 start-up fee per order for this, plus the labour price. Handyman platforms often work with an hourly rate: Klusup from €60 and Zoofy from €65 per hour, including VAT.
Source: the websites of IKEA, Klusup and Zoofy, consulted on 30 September 2026. Prices may change. PaxMonteur is not affiliated with IKEA, Klusup or Zoofy.
How to compare fairly
Ask each provider for a single amount for your complete order, including everything that comes on top. Also ask what happens if the job takes longer than expected. Only then are you comparing like with like.
How we charge
You receive one fixed price in advance, based on your order list. No call-out fees or start-up fee are added. Only the removal of cardboard is an option, listed separately in your quote. See our prices.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Does PaxMonteur charge call-out fees?
No. Our price is all-in: no call-out fees and no start-up fee.
What are start-up fees for the IKEA assembly service?
IKEA charges a €49 start-up fee per order, according to the IKEA website on 30 September 2026. The labour price is added on top.
How do I know what I will pay in total?
Request a quote based on your order list. With us, the total price is fixed in advance.
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- Fixed price upfront, from €79
- No call-out fee or starting rate
- Pay after the assembly
- Our own assemblers, since 2014
How it works
- Send your order list or a screenshot
- You receive a fixed price by email
- We assemble, you pay afterwards