Hire Movers in Salinas, 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 Salinas, CA
In Salinas 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 $83.58 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 convenientābut 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Salinas, 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 Salinas, CA, with an average hourly rate of $83.58. 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 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 | ā | ā |
| Unloading Help | ā | ā |
| 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.
480 Salinas Mover Reviews
On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 335,004 verified customer reviews
I will definitely use EZ MOVE again. They were on time, prepared for the job, worked hard, and were respectful of our property. Very easy to work with them.
Hired them to move two or three rooms of furniture and boxes from upstairs downstairs to the garage. They were awesome! Came prepared started the moment they arrived. I had previously had three people try to dismantle a treadmill that would not go through the door and they said no problem, dismantled it, carried it down the stairs. I would hire them again in a heartbeat.
They are the most professional people that I have met in a long time....They went above and beyond any moving company has ever done....They treated my stuff as if it belonged to their mother or father....They work until the job is done...On time, courteous, answered all my questions, and checked in with me....I would recommend them to anyone....i will use them again....
No broken items, everything was intact upon unpacking. They were meticulous about loading the truck. They arrived late, took 4 hours to load instead of 2. Were courteous and polite.
The 2 guys that came and helped unload our pod did a great job. They were quick and efficient and got the whole pod unloaded in little over an hour. They were friendly and flexible. Thank you!
Juan texted me to inform me that he was on the way, and even arrived a few minutes early. I had two large mattresses and a large sectional sofa. They wrapped the furniture well, and moved it to the new house, putting everything in place. It was a great experience, and I plan to use them if I move again!
Shawn and Anthony arrived at 11:30a and were finished by 1:00p. They were very gentle with our things and made sure that “walking lanes” were in the storage unit so that we could get to items in the rear without taking too much out. Would definitely use the services again.
AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME. Can’t thank them enough for all they did! They were quick, efficient and made amazing use of the space in the pod. They packed far more stuff into it than we would’ve ever been able to.
Kevin and Anthony were terrific: on time, polite, respectful, hard working, and did a great job. Kevin worked his magic putting all the different size boxes and odd shaped pieces into a tightly packed whole - like a jigsaw puzzle. I would definitely hire them again.
A pleasure to work with these two men. They were extremely respectful and supportive. They worked quickly and carefully and allowed me to organize my things during the unloading. I highly recommend them.
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!
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
HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Salinas
Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Salinas
You've got moving questions, weāve got answers. Learn what to expect when moving in Salinas.
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 canāt 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 clicksāeven 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. HireAHelperās platform lets you compare rates for different movers, so you can be sure youāre getting a good deal. Found a better price for the same service? Weāll match it. That means you donāt pay extra to use HireAHelperāin fact, you may save money.
All Salinas 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 SmartProtectionā¢āan 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 moverās 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 haveāmake 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.
How to Organize Your Move: A Complete Guide
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