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Browse Movers Vetted Movers

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Rock City, IL

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Rock City, IL

Resources for Your Move

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By Any Means Moving Labor Service

4.9 232 verified reviews

Janesville, WI

718 moves with HireAHelper

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The Cost of Moving in Rock City, IL

In Rock City labor-only moving help typically costs between $322.16 and $666.30. 

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 $77.41 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-Only Local-Full Service
Rock City, IL $408.32 $1,085.66
Illinois $408.32 $1,085.66
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 $408.32 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Rock City, IL, with an average hourly rate of $77.41. 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 $322.16 2 movers 2.2 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment $370.83 2 movers 2.4 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment $432.78 2 movers 2.8 hours
2 Bedroom House $403.38 2 movers 2.6 hours
3 Bedroom House $469.90 2 movers 2.8 hours
4 Bedroom House $563.75 3 movers 3.1 hours
5 Bedroom House $666.30 3 movers 3.9 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 ✅ ✅
Unloading Help ✅ ✅
Packing Add-on Add-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.

  

281 Rock City Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 332,470 verified customer reviews

Daniel G from Janesville, WI
Reviewing: Freight Angels
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Yes they were on time and worked hard to get the job done swiftly. They took extra time to protect the furniture by putting pads around them. I would definitely use them again and recommend them to others.

Reviewed on: 10/23/2013
Charles L from Apple River, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Kept us posted about their arrival date and time. Frederick was very organized and had to deal with two people who originally were to work not showing up. He found very good replacements. Very courteous and treated us as valued customers. Would highly recommend him.

Reviewed on: 10/12/2022
Ajit B from Rockford, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The helpers were professional and courteous and very careful with the move. They were at the site on time and finished their work in a brisk and safe manner. Thank you.

Reviewed on: 6/22/2010
Ravishankar P from Rockford, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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These guys are awesome . They gave a call ahead and were early on time . Quick fast and friendly . Finished up the loading ahead in time . Thumbs up to them !

Reviewed on: 8/26/2018
Elaine R from Beloit, WI
(5 out of 5 rating)
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These 2 guys did an awesome job! We had our doubts that everything would fit in the Pod, but they worked their magic. Very friendly and careful with our stuff.

Reviewed on: 10/5/2022
Blesida B from Rockford, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Originally got 2 for the job but I decided to get 2 more guys to help to take less time unloading to my new place. Communication with hire a helper and innovative moving is really easy and prompt. They are able to accommodate my request promptly and they got the job done in less time! Thank you guys!

Reviewed on: 10/16/2018
Charles P from Belvidere, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Darius and team were on time and very efficient. They did a great job and got everything they could in the two pods we had. I would hire this team again and highly recommend them.

Reviewed on: 6/23/2021
Valerie S from Rockford, IL
Reviewing: Just Us Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They were on time and worked very hard through difficult circumstances. It rained and even hailed some. They did a great job and I highly recommend them

Reviewed on: 4/24/2022
Christopher R from Rockford, IL
Reviewing: Zach's Moving
(5 out of 5 rating)
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This guy came with short notice and did an excellent job. We would have been lost without him and his crew. The took great care of our stuff and got us moved in quick! I would hire him again. He was great.

Reviewed on: 3/13/2017
Carl B from Oregon, WI
Reviewing: Freight Angels
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Both men worked very hard in the three hour time scheduled. They packed our pod to the brim and wrapped our furniture in blankets prior to loading. Great work A.J and Blaine! I will use and recommend FA's to all who are asking. Carl Oregon, WI

Reviewed on: 6/9/2013
Dean C from Mount Morris, IL
(4 out of 5 rating)
Bronge Moving Labor Service Profile Image

On time, nothing damaged, stayed over an hour when it ran longer. Only complaint after releasing them their supervisor came and asked for a tip, while I was satisfied with the service I would have tipped them if I felt it was appropriate. I did tip them but only had a few ones and the supervisors response was it was better than nothing.

Reviewed on: 8/30/2010
Jen M from Beloit, WI
Reviewing: Just Us Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The 2 guys we had did an excellent job. They unloaded an entire 26ft U-Haul in 2 hours. They put everything where we wanted and did a safe and quick job with moving lots of weird shaped and different weighted objects. The process of hiring them and paying is simple and easy. More than anything the highest praise is we will definitely use them again.

Reviewed on: 9/13/2021

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Rock City

On average, most people in Rock City need:

2 Movers

Read more about hiring the right number of movers.

The most popular truck size is a:

20' Truck

Read our guide to choosing the right rental truck for your move.

On average, movers in Rock City are booked:

12.14 days in advance

Pro tip: Book ahead as far as possible to get the best rates!

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Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Rock City

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

 

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 Rock City 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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