Hire Movers in Avila Beach, CA

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The Cost of Hiring Movers in Avila Beach, CA

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Avila Beach, CA

Resources for Your Move

How Booking With HireAHelper Works

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Step 1: You Share Your Details
Give us the key details about your upcoming move—like your move date, home size, and any stairs or heavy items that might require extra help.
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We instantly match you with the best-value moving companies near you, using proprietary data from over 850,000 HireAHelper moves.
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Review your moving quote and hire your movers in just a few clicks. And if you need help, you can call or chat with us 7 days a week—before, during, or after your move.

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The Traditional Move

Waste hours calling around and filling out forms just to compare prices.
Navigate unreliable customer service and unclear expectations on your own.
Endure spam calls and endless follow-ups from vendors.
Expect to pay out of your own pocket if something goes wrong.
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Moving With HireAHelper

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Compare the Top 2 Avila Beach, CA 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.

$240/hr

After 2 movers 3 hr min

The Moving Experience

5 24 verified reviews

San Luis Obispo, CA

125 moves with HireAHelper

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Are you looking for Precision Movers? Whether we are using our truck, or you just want help loading or unloadi… read more

$165/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Torres Hauling&Services

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Santa Maria, CA

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Torres Hauling&Services was established in 2023 with the vision to assist our community and provide exceptiona… read more

The Cost of Moving in Avila Beach, CA

In Avila Beach 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 $78.65 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-OnlyLocal-Full Service
Avila Beach, CA$458.12$1,152.13
California$458.12$1,152.13
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 $458.12 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Avila Beach, CA, with an average hourly rate of $78.65. 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 SizeAverage CostAverage # of MoversAverage # of Hours
1 Bedroom Apartment$329.142 movers2.5 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$378.872 movers2.7 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$442.162 movers3.1 hours
2 Bedroom House$445.282 movers2.9 hours
3 Bedroom House$518.702 movers3.1 hours
4 Bedroom House$622.293 movers3.5 hours
5 Bedroom House$735.503 movers4.5 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 MovingLabor-Only Moving
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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.

98 Avila Beach Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 322,021 verified customer reviews

April C from Paso Robles, CA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Our 2 movers were great. fast, efficient, professional and courteous. They were so much more than I even imagined. We never could have accomplished in 2 full days what they did in 3 hours. Definitely recommend this company. Mrs. C.

Reviewed on: 6/2/2022
Chiara A from Atascadero, CA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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These guys are super terrific. They paid attention to the details and took the time to carefully load and secure all my belongings - making sure that nothing would shift during the 5 hour drive to my new home. They knew what to do to keep everything in mint condition, and did not waste any time as well. Highly recommended.

Reviewed on: 3/17/2016
Shannon D from Santa Maria, CA
Reviewing:
Labor Ready
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Labor Ready was very helpful and we would hire again. We requested two moving labor helpers for 4 hours and they delivered above and beyond service! They went a little over the time but did not even bring it up and stayed until the job was done. Awesome!!

Reviewed on: 8/21/2010
Cher M from Grover Beach, CA
Reviewing: The Movers
(4 out of 5 rating)
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There was a miscommunication and they were late but it all worked out . I did ask for 2 hours not 3 but ? Everything worked out ok they did stay in good communication and apologized for the miscommunication. They were all very nice .

Reviewed on: 2/12/2021
Jinny E from Los Osos, CA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Very professional, on time and took special care of unloading and moving our furniture. In the future we will recommend the moving experience. If we decide to move again we will contact the moving experience. 5 stars Jinny and Mike Elder

Reviewed on: 5/10/2016
Laurell B from Santa Maria, CA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Bryce, Luis, and Ryan did a wonderful job moving all of our things and loading up a POD! They were quick, careful, efficient, and very professional. Plus, they were friendly and easy to work with. We were impressed and very happy with our experience!

Reviewed on: 9/17/2024
Matthew A from Atascadero, CA
Reviewing: The Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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These guys were professional, communicative, and definitely gave us high quality for our dollar! They were respectful, checked in about different items, and showed high customer care. I would hire them again in a heartbeat!

Reviewed on: 9/4/2024
Mikele H from Atascadero, CA
Reviewing: The Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The Movers are an EXCELLENT team. Fast, professional and personable. I truly enjoyed working with them - and watching a Tetris master at work was a joy to behold.

Reviewed on: 1/31/2025
Santiago B from Santa Maria, CA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They were prompt, very careful with furniture and I have antiques, made sure things were exactly where I needed them. They came ready with equipment. They were courteous and friendly. They did a wonderful job! I will asking for them in June when we finish our move. Highly recommend their service.

Reviewed on: 4/27/2017
Judith S from Arroyo Grande, CA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Aaron and Andre were the best movers ever, thorough, professional, and very careful. Would recommend them highly. They were on time and stayed an additional 1 3/4 hours to get the job done.

Reviewed on: 4/15/2016
David K from Cambria, CA
Reviewing: The Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Travis and Kimberly were great and very personable and professional Emptied the POD in an hour and a half, carefully putting the boxes and furniture where we wanted them. Very pleased with their work!

Reviewed on: 2/20/2025
Tamara G from Templeton, CA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Brad and Victor were on time, even a little early. They were polite, professional and courteous. The took great care in packing our items. I would highly recomment them.

Reviewed on: 3/30/2019

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Avila Beach

On average, most people in Avila Beach need:

3 Movers

Read more about hiring the right number of movers.

The most popular truck size is a:

26' Truck

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

On average, movers in Avila Beach are booked:

12.51 days in advance

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

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Why Book Your Avila Beach Move with HireAHelper?

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Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Avila Beach

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

 

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 Avila Beach 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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