Hire Movers in Avila Beach, CA

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Browse Movers Vetted Movers

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

Compare the Top 2 Vetted Movers in Avila Beach, CA

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Browse Movers in Avila Beach

Prefer to compare yourself? Below are top-rated movers serving your area.
2 vetted movers ready to help in Avila Beach
4.9ā˜… average rating across local jobs
102+ verified customer reviews nearby

$240/hr

After 2 movers 3 hr min

The Moving Experience

5 27 verified reviews

San Luis Obispo, CA

137 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

0 0 verified reviews

Santa Maria, CA

2 moves with HireAHelper

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

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.

  

102 Avila Beach Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 331,402 verified customer reviews

Mary Jo Z from Santa Maria, CA
Reviewing: The Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They were on time and very friendly and helpful. Wrapped everything so nothing would break. Even Wrapped the doors so not to scratch them. Very impressed with them. Got everything done on time. Thanks hire a helper.

Reviewed on: 11/3/2020
Kai K from San Luis Obispo, CA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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These guys were on time, prepared, hardworking and took great care of our stuff. the truck was beautifully packed. nothing was broken in shipping. I highly recommend these guys!

Reviewed on: 1/22/2016
Brenna C from Morro Bay, CA
(5 out of 5 rating)
Busy Birds Moving & Cleaning Profile Image

The guys were so sweet and very efficient!! They made sure we had things arranged the way we wanted and were careful with all of the fragile objects. I would recommend them hands down!!

Reviewed on: 3/30/2022
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
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
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
Cassandra G from Arroyo Grande, CA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Bryce and Luis were great. They showed up on time and were very nice. They did a fabulous job of packing and were very careful with the furniture. They were able to get all of my stuff onto the truck and they made it easy for us to unload when we got to our final destination. I would highly recommend them.

Reviewed on: 4/30/2022
Heidi F from Paso Robles, CA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The two men that came to unload my uhaul truck, were very respectful, hard working and very skilled at loading my storage unit. I did not think everything would fit but it did thanks to Bryce’s ingenuity. I would definitely hire them again!

Reviewed on: 11/15/2021
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
Agneta S from San Luis Obispo, CA
Reviewing: The Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They were on time, worked hard and efficient. They even assembled a new table for me. Very nice people. I would definitely recommend them and use them again. They were great.

Reviewed on: 4/21/2024
Brendan H from San Luis Obispo, CA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The Moving Experience did a great job moving my belongings from a Pod into my new third floor apartment. Ryan’s crew was on time and they did exceptionally great work in challenging conditions (in addition to the stairs, it also rained). Communication was excellent from the time i booked to the day of the move. Would absolutely use them again.

Reviewed on: 4/12/2026
Christian B from Santa Maria, CA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The guys did a great job, they were at the house 10 minutes early and hustled to get all of our things loaded into the 26' U-Haul we rented. They even left us with a tie down since we were short one. I highly recommend them.

Reviewed on: 7/25/2021

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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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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