Hire Movers in Amherst, VA
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Compare the Top 4 Amherst, VA Movers
For over 18 years, HireAHelper has partnered with top-rated moving companies to help over 1 million people complete successful moves. With real customer reviews, free estimates, upfront pricing, and no hidden fees, you always know what to expect before you book.
$160/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minCARTER MOVING AND HOME IMPROVEMENT
Lynchburg, VA
844 moves with HireAHelper
$160/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minAmerican Movers Inc.
Forest, VA
253 moves with HireAHelper
$140/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minJerry's Movers
Waynesboro, VA
143 moves with HireAHelper
$90/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minALLSAFE MOVING, LLC
Lynchburg, VA
592 moves with HireAHelper
The Cost of Moving in Amherst, VA
In Amherst labor-only moving help typically costs between $317.76 and $704.36.
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 an hour.
HireAHelperâs Best Price Guarantee Find a lower price for the same move? Weâll match it. You can book with the confidence that you are getting the best value for your move. Learn more. |
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Amherst, VA | $426.39 | $1,099.54 |
| Virginia | $426.39 | $1,099.54 |
| The United States | $451.87 | $1,167.76 |
Labor-Only Moving Costs by Move Size
As mentioned above, it costs $426.39 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Amherst, VA, with an average hourly rate of . 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 | $317.76 | 2 movers | 2.2 hours |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | $365.76 | 2.3 hours | |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment | $426.87 | 2.7 hours | |
| 2 Bedroom House | $426.43 | 3 movers | 2.5 hours |
| 3 Bedroom House | $496.74 | 3 movers | |
| 4 Bedroom House | $595.95 | 3 hours | |
| 5 Bedroom House | $704.36 | 4 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, 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 |
271 Amherst Mover Reviews
On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 322,589 verified customer reviews
I was skeptical of all of the glowing reviews online. I mean, no one is that good. But every word was true. The two loaders were a few minutes early, polite, efficient, and while three observers were certain that everything was not going to fit, it all fit with inches to spare. No damage to anything upon unloading. I would highly recommend Carter Moving for loading a truck for a move.
They were on time, even early. We were moving out of town and needed to be unloaded at a certain time. They had all the equipment that they needed and worked hard. This was a last minute booking as the person I thought I had lined up never returned my phone calls to confirm.
The guys you sent were absolutely amazing on every level of my expectations. Thank you so very much today is the happiest I've been in a long time. ??
The movers/packer did excellent work - on time, prepared, polite, helpful, hard-working. I am very happy with the work and service provided and would most definitely use WB Movers again, without hesitation.
Carter Moving has my highest recommendation. Kevin and his team work hard, quickly, and carefully. I've used their services twice now, and I have been thrilled with their work both times. All of my furniture and possessions arrived safely and securely--not a single item broke or shifted during an 8+ hour Uhaul drive.
These guys were fantastic! Fast, professional, courteous, really tetris-ed everything in the pod and secured it down perfectly. Thank you so much Robert and team!
The crew arrived on time and were very courteous. We did a walk through so the team knew what they needed to accomplish within the time allotted. The guys were careful and did a great job of getting the truck loaded quickly. We then drove to the new location and the team promptly unloaded the items and placed them where instructed. No hidden charges, good job - I'd recommend them!
They arrived a little after the window, but communicated the delay and got everything moved within the 2 hours. They were easy to work with. Would definitely recommend!
Chris and his team did an outstanding job. They arrived on time and with great attitudes. I was very impressed with the care and concern they took with loading and unloading our possessions, we had no broken or damaged items. This is the second time we used CL Movers and we were highly satisfied with the professionalism and job done. Hats off to Chris and his team!!!!!
The company sent different men each time I had a pod to unload. All did a wonderful job. I would use them in the future and recommend them. All were on time, worked non stop and took care of all my property.
Would recommend Carter Moving Company, Lynchburg Virginia as they provided excellent service unloading our Moving truck that we'd driven from Woodbridge to Lynchburg. Kevin and Jeremy were extremely efficient, timely, and personable. We were appreciative of their safe handling of our valuables!! Over a 5-STAR Experience. Thank you.
These young men were punctual, efficient, pleasant and conscientious. They worked very hard, very quickly and used extreme care while packing my china, dish ware and crystal ware. Would I use them again? YES! I want to adopt this trio!!!! The stress they took off my husband and my shoulders is incalculable!
HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Amherst
Why Book Your Amherst Move with HireAHelper?
Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Amherst
You've got moving questions, weâve got answers. Learn what to expect when moving in Amherst.
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 Amherst 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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