Hire Movers in Santa Barbara, CA
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$130/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minSo Cal Movers
Oxnard, CA
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$100/hr
After 2 movers 4 hr minPackmen Services
Santa Barbara, CA
40 moves with HireAHelper
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The Cost of Moving in Santa Barbara, CA
In Santa Barbara 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 $91.17 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA, with an average hourly rate of $91.17. 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.
400 Santa Barbara Mover Reviews
On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 335,106 verified customer reviews
These guys did an AMAZING job! We had a 16’ PODS container, they were careful and efficient! Would highly recommend this company. Thank you Citywide!!
Absolutely amazing job! They were very professional and pleasant. They fit everything when we thought it would be impossible. Nelson was a great leader and made sure everything was clear all along for us and the crew. Thank you so much for arranging this staff for our job!
Jose and Freddie did a great job. They were courteous and professional. I have used this company before and they did such a good job I hired them again. I will be using this mover next June- they bring their own tools and set up bed frames and are very careful with all of the items I had to move. Terrific job!
The two men were absolutely fantastic/ on time- respectful - treated my belongs like everything was grandmas fine China- this is my fourth time hiring these folks - will hire them again- no job too small - moving furniture to replace a rug pad, moving boxes into storage, moving furniture and boxes from one floor or room to another - helping clean out garage- you will be so happy you hired them!
Were they on time? Yes Were they prepared for the job? Yes Did they work hard? Yes Were they respectful of your property and goods? Yes Would you use them again? Yes
They were on time, prepared and worked hard finishing the moving in one hour. They were respectful did no damage and I would use them again if i ever move. Good job!
I am going to recommend them. They were more than punctual, quick, professional and friendly. Everything you want in a move, not to mention very reasonably priced.
Citywide Moving is HIGHLY recommended by us! They did a great and quick job unloading for us. Both were the most professional we have encountered during our whole move! We are already recommending them to family that will be moving this summer.
Absolutely incredible to have these two help us move out!! They expertly packed our truck and were very flexible with our apartment needing the truck to be in a specific place to load. Efficient and professional! Would absolutely hire again!!
The 4 gentlemen from Thunderhorse Moving were WONDERFUL! They arrived on time. They went directly to work, they did not waste anytime. I have moved 3 times in the past 17 years and this crew was the best I have ever used. Some of our furniture my wife had inherited from her grandmother. They handled it as if was their own!! I would not hesitate to hire them again!!
Your team did a terrific job ... arrived on time and got the job done in two hours. When we unload the next POD, I'll be sure to call you all and request your services! Five Stars! Thank you!
Jose and his partner were amazing!!! They strategically packed our pod for our move to Hawaii! They were friendly, efficient and treated our belongings with care.
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Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Santa Barbara
You've got moving questions, weāve got answers. Learn what to expect when moving in Santa Barbara.
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 Santa Barbara 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
Bubble Wrap 101: How to Use It, Tips, and Alternatives
Where to Throw Away Furniture: Disposal & Recycling Guide
