Hire Movers in Buncombe, NC

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Browse Movers Vetted Movers

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Buncombe, NC

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Buncombe, NC

Resources for Your Move

Compare the Top 6 Vetted Movers in Buncombe, NC

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6vetted movers ready to help in Buncombe
4.8ā˜…average rating across local jobs
1,332+verified customer reviews nearby

$125/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Smart Move, LLC

4.8 5,071 verified reviews

Asheville, NC

20,156 moves with HireAHelper

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Smart Move Moving & Storage has over 30,000 moves completed! 2018 HireAHelper Dream Team Award. Nationally s… read more

$95/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

One Direction Moving

4.8 68 verified reviews

Travelers Rest, SC

262 moves with HireAHelper

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"One Direction Movers is a licensed and insured moving and storage service with several years of experience. W… read more

$150/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Carolina Pack n Go Professional Movers

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Hendersonville, NC

14 moves with HireAHelper

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Here at Carolina Pack N Go Professional Movers, we are committed to providing the best quality moving services… read more

$110/hr

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A-TOWN MOVERS

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Asheville, NC

3 moves with HireAHelper

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I have been in the moving industry for 19 years and have over 700 reviews my last 90 jobs that reviewed me hav… read more

$95/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Fuse Movers and Relocations

4.4 567 verified reviews

Hendersonville, NC

2,704 moves with HireAHelper

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Fuse Movers and relocations where your service is our #1 priority! If you are looking for a quality, stress fr… read more

$162/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

That“s Clean Services

0 0 verified reviews

Travelers Rest, SC

6 moves with HireAHelper

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That´s Clean Cleaning & Moving Service was established in 2017. We are a small moving and cleaning company loc… read more
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The Cost of Moving in Buncombe, NC

In Buncombe labor-only moving help typically costs between $316.84 and $659.28.

If you're tackling a smaller job, like unloading a PODS-style container, moving into a storage unit, or just need help with the heavy lifting, you can hire hourly moving labor for around $74.40 an hour.

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The Cost of Labor-Only vs. Local-Full Service

Even after factoring in the cost of a rental truck, gas, and supplies, labor-only moving usually costs less than half of what you'd pay for local full-service. Full-service is definitely more convenient—but that convenience comes at a price. For more on the difference between labor-only and local full-service moves, read below.

 Labor-OnlyLocal-Full Service
Buncombe, NC$407.80$1,066.95
North Carolina$407.80$1,066.95
The United States$451.87$1,167.76
Did you know? More than 1 out of 3 HireAHelper customers use their move helpers to load or unload their PODS container.

Labor-Only Moving Costs by Move Size

As mentioned above, it costs $407.80 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Buncombe, NC, with an average hourly rate of $74.40. Your final price will depend on how long your move takes.

To get a better sense of what your move might cost, you can see the average cost for different-sized moves in the table below. Learn more about HireAHelper's methodology for calculating average costs based on proprietary data from over 1 million moves.

Home SizeAverage CostAverage # of MoversAverage # of Hours
1 Bedroom Apartment$316.842 movers2.1 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$364.702 movers2 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$425.632 movers2.6 hours
2 Bedroom House$399.132 movers2.6 hours
3 Bedroom House$444.662 movers2.8 hours
4 Bedroom House$557.813 movers3.1 hours
5 Bedroom House$659.283 movers4 hours

What Is Labor-Only?

When most people think of a moving company, they picture a full-service crew that loads, drives, and unloads everything. For in-town moves, this is known as local full-service.

Labor-only moving works differently. You handle the transportation (like a rental truck or PODS container) and we connect you with professional moving contractors to help load or unload your furniture and boxes.

While labor-only requires a bit more work on your end to coordinate all the details, it's considerably more affordable.

 Full-Service MovingLabor-Only Moving
Price$$$$
Moving TruckIncludedYou Provide
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PackingAdd-onAdd-on

Prefer hands-off? If you'd rather skip the driving and prioritize convenience, you can book a vetted full-service moving company right through HireAHelper.

Compare Costs for Additional Moving Options

Our Moving Cost Calculator can help you compare and estimate costs for local or long distance moves, across Labor Only, Full Service, and Moving Container moves. You can adjust the distance of your move and home size to compare prices and help plan your budget.

Once you've used the calculator to do your research, you can compare quotes from movers that are available and ready to help near you.

  

1,332 Buncombe Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 335,106 verified customer reviews

Jay B from Asheville, NC
Reviewing: The Moving Men
(5 out of 5 rating)
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I highly recommend this company They were on time, prepared they worked extremely hard all day, polite very friendly respectful over all great good I would use them again

Reviewed on: 5/20/2026
Becky D from Travelers Rest, SC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Chris and Rodney were great! They kept us informed ahead of time, worked hard and cheerfully, handled our belongings carefully, remained patient and flexible, and were just really nice people. We hope we won't be moving again any time soon, but we would hire them again in a heartbeat.

Reviewed on: 11/22/2025
Terel M from Candler, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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ABSOLUTELY AMAZING PROFESSIONALS! Listen. There’s a MAJOR difference between getting “some guys” to help. And PROFESSIONAL movers. These guys?!? Got it ALL done asap. They don’t play. I loved it. Great experience. They got my two 16 foot pods emptied in RECORD TIME.

Reviewed on: 1/10/2026
Blake W from Swannanoa, NC
Reviewing: The Moving Men
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The moving men were awesome. They showed up on time, moved all my heavy appliances upstairs, and they did it all super quick. They were careful with my things and did a great job. Highly recommend

Reviewed on: 3/27/2026
Britton R from Waynesville, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Had a two person team. They arrived ready to work and get going. Needed for a local load and unload I. Waynesville. They worked quickly and finished with time to spare. Recommend.

Reviewed on: 10/13/2025
Eric F from Mills River, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The guys were very efficient and careful…couldn’t have gone smoother. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again. Very accommodating when I needed to do a schedule change as well.

Reviewed on: 5/31/2026
Sherry S from Clyde, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The movers were helpful and prompt. They made short work of our Packrat and we’re mindful not to damage any of our items. If you need help unloading, these are the folks for you!

Reviewed on: 7/17/2025
Terel M from Asheville, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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ABSOLUTELY AMAZING PROFESSIONALS! Listen. There’s a MAJOR difference between getting “some guys” to help. And PROFESSIONAL movers. These guys?!? Got it ALL done asap. They don’t play. I loved it. Great experience.

Reviewed on: 1/10/2026
Adam T from Black Mountain, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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All three guys arrived earlier than expected and worked hard the whole time! I even had to park across the street and haul everything across the street and up the driveway. They asked where everything went and were careful with all of our stuff. They also did not scratch anything inside the home. I would definitely hire more help from One Driection.

Reviewed on: 8/8/2025
Lynn C from Greeneville, TN
(4 out of 5 rating)
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Alex and Isaac were very respectful of my property. They moved the items without damaging the door jambs, walls or items being moved. They moved quickly and efficiently. Both were courteous, and very pleasant to work with.

Reviewed on: 3/24/2026
Chelsea G from Hendersonville, NC
Reviewing: The Moving Men
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They showed up early. They were all super nice and worked so hard. I would definitely recommend using them. Amazing communication, punctuality, and work ethic!

Reviewed on: 3/29/2026
Catherine U from Hendersonville, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The two young men who showed up to help us unload our moving truck were awesome. They were polite, very careful with our items, and worked consistently the whole time. Communication with the company was also excellent. Highly recommend!!

Reviewed on: 8/28/2025
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Real Advice from Buncombe Movers

We asked local movers about what you should know about moving in Buncombe. (They’re really nice!)

"Many new residents to Asheville are here to relax, retire or enjoy the many hiking trails ... which means they're most likely moving to a location in a very hill covered terrain! Not knowing how easy or difficult your move will be is often a situation many new Asheville residents find themselves encumbered with when they arrive here."

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Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Buncombe

You've got moving questions, we’ve got answers. Learn what to expect when moving in Buncombe.

 

The short answer is that booking with HireAHelper saves you hours of work, helps you get the best price and value, and protects you and your belongings. Here are some of the key ways HireAHelper makes booking movers better:

  • Vetted Movers You Can Trust: Every mover on our platform is vetted, background-checked, and held to our high standards. And if anything goes wrong, we act as your advocate to find a resolution with your mover. If we can’t find a resolution, our $1,000 Service Guarantee will cover you and your items.
  • Book in Minutes, Not Hours: Contacting multiple local movers, comparing quotes, determining their availability, and researching their reputation can take hours of work. On the other hand, HireAHelper lets you easily compare the reputation of movers, instantly determine availability, see transparent pricing for each, and book online in just a few clicks—even same-day in many areas.
  • Dedicated Customer Support: Last minute questions are normal, and our experienced and friendly team is here 7 days a week to help with anything before, during, or after your move. 
  • Smart, Affordable Protection Options: HireAHelper offers an easy and affordable way to protect your items during a labor-only move. Our optional SmartProtection covers up to $10,000 worth of belongings, and the lowest tier ($2,500) is only $19.
  • Best Price Guarantee: All these benefits must come at a higher price, right? Wrong. HireAHelper’s platform lets you compare rates for different movers, so you can be sure you’re getting a good deal. Found a better price for the same service? We’ll match it. That means you don’t pay extra to use HireAHelper—in fact, you may save money.

All Buncombe movers listed on HireAHelper are required to provide standard repair coverage, which reimburses $0.60 per pound for damaged items. Some states may have different rules, and full-value protection is only required by the federal government for moves that cross state lines.

One of the advantages of booking with HireAHelper is that every move includes our $1,000 Service Guarantee. Plus, you can upgrade your protection by adding SmartProtection™—an optional coverage for labor-only moves that offers up to $10,000 in damage coverage, with multiple tiers to choose from.

Yes, professional movers will typically disassemble and reassemble furniture as part of the moving process. However, there are certain items that movers may not be able to disassemble. Learn more about how furniture disassembly and reassembly works when you hire movers.

One set of stairs is always included in your mover’s rate when you book through HireAHelper, but additional sets of stairs may cost more. The best way to get an accurate estimate is to get a quote and indicate the number of sets of stairs that you have—make sure to include stairs leading to a basement if you will have any items that need to be moved into or out of it. Read more about when movers charge extra for stairs.

You should start packing at least three to four weeks before your move, but the sooner the better. If you need to downsize or organize, we recommend starting that process 6-8 weeks before your move when at all possible.

Need to move in a hurry or don’t have time to pack? HireAHelper makes it easy to add professional packing as an add-on to your move. When available, you can get packing help for just several rooms or your whole home.

For helpful tips, step-by-step guides, and checklists, go to our packing hub.

Resources for Your Move

Whether you are just starting to plan for your move, or you are dreaming about packing boxes in your sleep, we are here to help. We have loads of advice from professional movers to make your move as smooth as possible.

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