Hire Movers in Houston, TX
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Compare the Top 30 Vetted Movers in Houston, TX
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Browse Movers in Houston
Prefer to compare yourself? Below are top-rated movers serving your area.
$109/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minA1 Loyalty Movers
Houston, TX
2,130 moves with HireAHelper
$90/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minAbove The Rest Mover's
Houston, TX
1,788 moves with HireAHelper
$90/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minXtra Affordable Moves
Houston, TX
1,099 moves with HireAHelper
$110/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minMorris Moving and Storage LLC
Spring, TX
5,907 moves with HireAHelper
$65/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minStack in the Box Moving & Storage
Houston, TX
2,366 moves with HireAHelper
$105/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minPack Dat movers
Houston, TX
949 moves with HireAHelper
$90/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minFront Door Moving group LLC
Magnolia, TX
141 moves with HireAHelper
$95/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minACE PLUS MOVING & More Services LLC
$85/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minTexas Moving Center
Houston, TX
1,821 moves with HireAHelper
$130/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minHayes Moving Service
Houston, TX
54 moves with HireAHelper
$80/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minMountain top moving
Tomball, TX
143 moves with HireAHelper
$130/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minBarkley Relocation LLC
Houston, TX
164 moves with HireAHelper
$110/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minBetter Deal Movers
Katy, TX
46 moves with HireAHelper
$80/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minCoast 2 Coast Moving & Delivery
Houston, TX
76 moves with HireAHelper
$125/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minFlo Movers LLC - FAST LOYAL ORGANIZED
Houston, TX
62 moves with HireAHelper
$100/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minYour Express Movers
Houston, TX
167 moves with HireAHelper
$85/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minHouston Strong Moving Services.
Spring, TX
49 moves with HireAHelper
$75/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minMake It Look EZ Moving Services
Houston, TX
571 moves with HireAHelper
$119/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minMan With A Truck Moving Company
Houston, TX
659 moves with HireAHelper
$95/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minEZ Does It Moving & Services LLC
Magnolia, TX
2 moves with HireAHelper
$80/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minBig Stuff Movers
Houston, TX
11 moves with HireAHelper
$120/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minLove's Pro Moving
Houston, TX
49 moves with HireAHelper
$110/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minReMarkable Moving & Cleaning Services
Rosharon, TX
20 moves with HireAHelper
$70/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minAlpha Moving
Houston, TX
534 moves with HireAHelper
$83/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minMore Than Movers
Houston, TX
$90/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minFaster Horses Moving Co
Houston, TX
3 moves with HireAHelper
Bayou Movers
Houston, TX
18 moves with HireAHelper
$105/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minTreasure Movers & Logistics Service, LLC
Houston, TX
2 moves with HireAHelper
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The Cost of Moving in Houston, TX
In Houston labor-only moving help typically costs between $310.56 and $669.29.
If youâre 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 $73.79 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 youâd 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | $373.99 | $1,013.92 |
| Texas | $426.62 | $1,095.00 |
| The United States | $451.87 | $1,167.76 |
Labor-Only Moving Costs by Move Size
As mentioned above, it costs $373.99 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Houston, TX, with an average hourly rate of $73.79. 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 | $310.56 | 2 movers | 2.2 hours |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | $337.05 | 2 movers | 2.4 hours |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment | $393.37 | 2.03 movers | 2.7 hours |
| 2 Bedroom House | $357.10 | 2 movers | 2.7 hours |
| 3 Bedroom House | $415.98 | 2 movers | 2.7 hours |
| 4 Bedroom House | $515.52 | 3 movers | 3.2 hours |
| 5 Bedroom House | $669.29 | 3 movers | 4.1 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, itâs 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.
7,071 Houston Mover Reviews
On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 334,451 verified customer reviews
Leroy and his partner did a great job filling my POD. They were 30 mins early (but were happy to wait if I wasn't ready) and got it done within the expected 2 hours. Both were friendly and professional.
Larry and Elton were very helpful and amazing. They were extremely careful with my things and made my move SO easy. Would definitely use this company again. 10/10!
These young men were so very careful with everything. They took great care of not only all of my items and furniture, but my home as well. Be sure to ask for Jalen and his crew!
Cherie and company were the best. Easily the best moving experience I've had. She was well organized and kept everything moving along like a well -oiled machine. She really set the standard for moving services and really took care of me and all my moving needs. I would recommend Big Win Moving to anyone looking for excellent service.
They were very hard working and got our major items moved safely and carefully. Thanks for your help and I would recommend this team to help you move your valuable home items. Thanks, Rita and Tom
The guys did a wonderful job for me with the unloading my things despite the bad weather today. Mrs. Ann Saunders I thank you very much for much for your service.
Shawn and his crew did a wonderful job to help unpack stuff. They are very quick and efficient, and also respectful of the property. Highly recommend.
This the second time Larry and Elton and they killed it again. They made everything fit. We had a lot of stuff and they made it work. They grinded through the work and got everything done so fast. I will 1000% hire them again in a few months.
They are incredible Movers! Very professional, strategic with loading/uploading the moving van and storage unit AND very friendly! Best Movers we’ve ever had
These guys are awesome. They took a lot of extra care shrink wrapping and padding the furniture, I didn’t even have to ask. Packed up my truck tightly, tied everything down and I’m good to hit the road. Very efficient with their time too. I highly recommend!
The team was on time and very professional, knowledgeable and respectful of the property. I definitely will recommend them or use them again. Thank you Sherri, Alex and Francis
I had great over the phone reservation service. They stayed in touch with me. I received text messages day of when they would arrive. The Packers Andre and James were excellent and fast along with very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend these Packers.! Thank you
Real Advice from Houston Movers
"Be careful with how you drive on roads that are not smooth and possibly low tree branches in neighborhoods to protect your items and the truck."
- TL Movers
"Early morning schedules are always best when moving within the city."
- Coast 2 Coast Moving & Delivery
Why Book Your Houston Move with HireAHelper?
Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Houston
You've got moving questions, weâve got answers. Learn what to expect when moving in Houston.
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 Houston 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.
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
