Hire Movers in Monterey, CA
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$425/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minMarcus Chubbs Incorporated
Seaside, CA
34 moves with HireAHelper
$225/hr
After 2 movers 4 hr minMod MOVERS
Monterey, CA
15 moves with HireAHelper
$194/hr
After 2 movers 3 hr minSanta Cruz Moving Services
Watsonville, CA
52 moves with HireAHelper
$97/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minLast Minute Movers
Gilroy, CA
317 moves with HireAHelper
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The Cost of Moving in Monterey, CA
In Monterey labor-only moving help typically costs between $329.14 and $735.50.
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 $81.04 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 convenientâbut that convenience comes at a price. For more on the difference between labor-only and local full-service moves, read below.
| Labor-Only | Local-Full Service | |
|---|---|---|
| Monterey, CA | $458.12 | $1,152.13 |
| California | $458.12 | $1,152.13 |
| The United States | $451.87 | $1,167.76 |
Labor-Only Moving Costs by Move Size
As mentioned above, it costs $458.12 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Monterey, CA, with an average hourly rate of $81.04. 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 Size | Average Cost | Average # of Movers | Average # of Hours |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment | $329.14 | 2 movers | 2.2 hours |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | $378.87 | 2 movers | 2.3 hours |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment | $442.16 | 2 movers | 2.7 hours |
| 2 Bedroom House | $445.28 | 2.5 movers | 2.6 hours |
| 3 Bedroom House | $518.70 | 2 movers | 2.8 hours |
| 4 Bedroom House | $622.29 | 3 movers | 3.1 hours |
| 5 Bedroom House | $735.50 | 3 movers | 4 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 Moving | Labor-Only Moving | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $$$ | $ |
| Moving Truck | Included | You Provide |
| Loading Help | â | â |
| Unloading Help | â | â |
| Packing | Add-on | Add-on |
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.
333 Monterey Mover Reviews
On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 334,922 verified customer reviews
Great helpers! Adriano called to give an ETA, then called to let me know he was stuck in traffic and give an updated ETA. When they arrived they went right to work. They were super careful with my things and asked where I would like them put. Extremely professional, polite, and friendly. I would definitely recommend them!
Mike and Joe arrived on time and ready to work! They did an outstanding job in taking great care of my things, almost as if it were their own. I would highly recommend using them!
Theo and Schmila were awesome. We unloaded an entire PODS in two hours, including some seriously heavy petrified wood stumps, and had a great time doing it. Highly recommended. I was worried about this move but they made it easy!!!
I would give these guys 10 stars if we could!! Pat A. and Sean were on time , personable, knowledgeable, organized!! They worked easily within the time frame and were very careful with all our things. Would highly recommend them to anyone and anytime!! Great job guys!! Would definitely use them again and already planning to!! Pat & Jean Breed
The moving team knew how to pack the truck, move the furniture even the heavy ones, and pack into storage. The attitude was helping me and not leading me on moving my things which was appreciated.
Tim and his partner Jay were amazing, very professional, courteous, Friendly and very efficient. It was a pleasure to have them help us with unloading.
Max and Reggie were great! They arrived on time. Our job was between two house and they did it all with a smile. Would recommend to anyone looking for good helpers!
Stack and move was a GREAT help for us. They were extremely friendly, respectful, quick, efficient, and easy to communicate with. We highly recommend them!
These professionals know what they are doing. Mike packed my Pod as solid as a brick. And the team was very pleasant and friendly. I’d use them again in a heartbeat. ??
Great movers. Moved our piano and other large items, We would use a gain. A great service. They communicated their arrival time - they were on time - they worked hard and were respectful of our stuff.
My helpers were great. They checked in with me before arriving, came right on time, and worked efficiently to complete the work I needed them to do. They were polite and made sure I was happy with their work. I would happily hire them again. Thanks, John and Phil!!
There was a mix up of where we were supposed to meet, but once the two workers arrived, they were fantastic. They were friendly, they worked hard the whole time, they handled my belongings with respect and care, worked well as a team, and were efficient and knowledgeable in loading, packing and securing the truck. Would highly recommend their services.
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Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Monterey
You've got moving questions, weâve got answers. Learn what to expect when moving in Monterey.
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 canât 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 clicksâeven 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. HireAHelperâs platform lets you compare rates for different movers, so you can be sure youâre getting a good deal. Found a better price for the same service? Weâll match it. That means you donât pay extra to use HireAHelperâin fact, you may save money.
All Monterey 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 SmartProtectionâ˘âan 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 moverâs 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 haveâmake 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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