Hire Movers in Buncombe, NC

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The Cost of Hiring Movers in Buncombe, NC

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Buncombe, NC

Resources for Your Move

How Booking With HireAHelper Works

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Step 1: You Share Your Details
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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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Compare the Top 5 Buncombe, NC 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.

$100/hr

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Smart Move, LLC

4.8 4,869 verified reviews

Asheville, NC

19,094 moves with HireAHelper

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Smart Move Moving & Storage has over 30,000 moves completed! 2018 HireAHelper Dream Team Award. Nationally s… read more

$85/hr

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One Direction Moving

4.9 55 verified reviews

Travelers Rest, SC

202 moves with HireAHelper

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"One Direction Movers is a licensed and insured moving and storage service with several years of experience. W… read more

$150/hr

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Carolina Pack n Go Professional Movers

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Hendersonville, NC

9 moves with HireAHelper

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Here at Carolina Pack N Go Professional Movers, we are committed to providing the best quality moving services… read more

$95/hr

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Fuse Movers and Relocations

4.5 532 verified reviews

Hendersonville, NC

2,529 moves with HireAHelper

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Fuse Movers and relocations where your service is our #1 priority! If you are looking for a quality, stress fr… read more

$162/hr

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That“s Clean Services

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Travelers Rest, SC

6 moves with HireAHelper

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That´s Clean Cleaning & Moving Service was established in 2017. We are a small moving and cleaning company loc… read more

The Cost of Moving in Buncombe, NC

In Buncombe labor-only moving help typically costs between $316.84 and $659.28. 

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 $74.40 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
Buncombe, NC$407.80$1,066.95
North Carolina$407.80$1,066.95
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 $407.80 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Buncombe, NC, with an average hourly rate of $74.40. 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$316.842 movers2.1 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$364.702 movers2 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$425.632 movers2.6 hours
2 Bedroom House$399.132 movers2.6 hours
3 Bedroom House$444.662 movers2.8 hours
4 Bedroom House$557.813 movers3.1 hours
5 Bedroom House$659.283 movers4 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.

1,300 Buncombe Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 321,975 verified customer reviews

David B from Rutherfordton, NC
Reviewing: Davis Moving
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They worked hard to make it work, great work ethic. Respectful of customers property. Polite and professional. Did all they could to make it a positive experience.

Reviewed on: 4/5/2025
Lisa R from Hendersonville, NC
Reviewing: Davis Moving
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Our movers did a great job. They actually showed up early after calling first, and worked really hard thru out our time. Super nice and friendly. I would recommend these guys to anyone.

Reviewed on: 5/19/2025
Spencer P from Burnsville, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They showed up a little bit early, (which was ideal, because rainy weather was on the way), and cheerfully hauled some pretty heavy stuff through muddy conditions. They fully unloaded my pod, (which I hadn’t thought possible), with zero damage to property. 10/10 would recommend and will probably retain their services in the future.

Reviewed on: 12/20/2024
Britton R from Waynesville, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Had a two person team. They arrived ready to work and get going. Needed for a local load and unload I. Waynesville. They worked quickly and finished with time to spare. Recommend.

Reviewed on: 10/13/2025
Brooke V from Asheville, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They were on time, prepared, worked very hard & were extremely respectful of my space and could not recommend them more! They made sure that my stuff was extremely secure in the Pod and made the process as easy as possible.

Reviewed on: 11/20/2025
Marc S from Rutherfordton, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Fantastic work. Guys arrived on time - early even. Great communication from scheduling through day of service. Highly recommended. Dint forget to tips your movers!

Reviewed on: 6/2/2025
Edward G from Waynesville, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The two gentlemen arrived a few minutes early ready to go. They very carefully packed my truck leaving no gaps. An excellent job and I am very happy. Thank you!

Reviewed on: 6/6/2025
Roger B from Weaverville, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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We hired them for 2 hours to unload our storage POD. They were excellent! They arrived and got right to work. They were gentle with our boxes and large furniture. They put everything together and placed the large items where we requested they be placed. We highly recommend them!!

Reviewed on: 12/15/2024
Adam T from Black Mountain, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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All three guys arrived earlier than expected and worked hard the whole time! I even had to park across the street and haul everything across the street and up the driveway. They asked where everything went and were careful with all of our stuff. They also did not scratch anything inside the home. I would definitely hire more help from One Driection.

Reviewed on: 8/8/2025
Kent G from Travelers Rest, SC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The 2 guys that moved us were very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. They had a positive attitude and made everything easy for us. Great job!

Reviewed on: 4/3/2025
Rachael S from Spruce Pine, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Honest hands was very efficient, organized and professional. I would gladly use them again. I appreciate the care they took with loading and unloading my possessions. Five stars!

Reviewed on: 3/10/2025
Dominic D from Asheville, NC
Reviewing: The Moving Men
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Gideon and Olumindy were great! They were on time, kind, friendly, and more than helpful to accommodate our weird organization. They came prepared with equipment for the move and for moving small furniture (which we did not have bit noce to know they were ready). We had a move in fall and they kept our carpets clean from any mud too! Would recommend them again.

Reviewed on: 10/19/2025
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Real Advice from Buncombe Movers

We asked local movers about what you should know about moving in Buncombe. (They’re really nice!)

"Many new residents to Asheville are here to relax, retire or enjoy the many hiking trails ... which means they're most likely moving to a location in a very hill covered terrain! Not knowing how easy or difficult your move will be is often a situation many new Asheville residents find themselves encumbered with when they arrive here."

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Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Buncombe

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

 

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 Buncombe 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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