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Table of Contents

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Carlinville, IL

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Carlinville, IL

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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Moving With HireAHelper

Compare confidently. See prices upfront and read verified reviews—no surprises, no games.
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Compare the Top 1 Carlinville, IL 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.

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The Cost of Moving in Carlinville, IL

In Carlinville labor-only moving help typically costs between $321.86 and $625.62. 

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 $77.53 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
Carlinville, IL$407.38$1,064.12
Illinois$408.32$1,085.66
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 $407.38 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Carlinville, IL, with an average hourly rate of $77.53. 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$321.862 movers2.2 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$370.492 movers2.4 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$432.382 movers2.8 hours
2 Bedroom House$378.762 movers2.6 hours
3 Bedroom House$441.212 movers2.8 hours
4 Bedroom House$529.333 movers3.1 hours
5 Bedroom House$625.623 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.

281 Carlinville Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 323,024 verified customer reviews

Matt B from Troy, IL
Reviewing: ReloPro
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The guys Jason and Buster at ReloPro were fantastic! They took on our job the day after Christmas and in the blistering cold. They neatly and quickly unloaded our 24' foot rental truck and loaded all of our belongings into our storage unit. They showed up on time, were very respectful of our belongings and worked hard. We will be hiring them again when we take our things out of storage!

Reviewed on: 12/28/2012
Jill S from Chatham, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Keishon & Javeion were the answer to our prayers. They had a difficult truck to unpack and were so fabulous! These young men were absolutely amazing. You will be so pleased and satisfied, like I am, with their work ethic. I highly recommend them.

Reviewed on: 7/7/2024
Thomas J from Florissant, MO
Reviewing:
Top Movers Missouri LLC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The E&J Crew were organized and quick. They packed our entire house (5 Bedrooms) in a couple of hours and used the space very efficiently. Very hard working. Two thumbs up.

Reviewed on: 2/11/2017
Heather S from Florissant, MO
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Both movers had problems before arriving that would delay their arrival, but called to let me know what was going on. One of them was not able to come, Morris called someone else to come help him. He said I would not have to pay for extra time, but they still finished in less than the original time anyway. They were very polite, professional, and efficient.

Reviewed on: 10/24/2022
Lonnie M from Alton, IL
Reviewing: ReloPro
(5 out of 5 rating)
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I was very pleased with the service.the two young men came to work and did just that.very respectful of us old folks'lol. handled everything like it belonged to them .as you may have noticed i was very pleased.

Reviewed on: 11/12/2015
Katie M from Springfield, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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I have used them four times now in the last year. They are worth every penny! Always on time, curtious, and fast. They will be doing all of my Illinois moves from now on!

Reviewed on: 6/20/2014
Melissa Z from Edwardsville, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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My movers were on time and so knowledgeable about how to pack the truck to fit everything in! They had great suggestions and took the time to protect my belonging. I would definitely recommend this company and their sweet workers!!

Reviewed on: 8/25/2025
Richard S from Glen Carbon, IL
Reviewing: ReloPro
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Jason (the owner) did an excellent job! He worked non-stop all day during the second hottest day of the year in St. Louis! It was 95F and we had to practically force him to take breaks! I would highly recommend and will definitely be using him next time I move.

Reviewed on: 6/22/2010
Lacey H from Bethalto, IL
Reviewing:
Top Movers Missouri LLC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Would definitely recommend this company. 3 men came, they were all so sweet and helpful. Started working right away and knew exactly what they were doing. They filled our pods top to bottom and secured everything so nothing would get damaged. Definitely made our move so much easier!

Reviewed on: 10/17/2019
Brenda M from Alton, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Marcus and Mike were very professional, helpful and polite. They were excellent at arrangement and very efficie6with time. Thank you for sending them, they were awesome. Brenda

Reviewed on: 3/1/2020
Alexia E from Troy, IL
Reviewing: ReloPro
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Our ReloPro movers were fantastic. They went well beyond our original request for furniture moving and thoroughly packed our PODS for long-term storage. They were courteous, careful, and had the knowledge and ability to efficiently pack our household items. We are incredibly thankful for their work, and we would definitely use them again!

Reviewed on: 2/17/2018
Mark M from Troy, IL
Reviewing:
Top Movers Missouri LLC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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I can not say enough good things about the team that loaded our pods. They were on time. They began working from the moment they showed up almost racing up our stairs to load our boxes and furniture..they worked well as a team,one packing while the other guy lined our items up for him to select from. I wish I could hire the same 2 guys to unload for me and the other end in Florida!

Reviewed on: 6/6/2017

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Carlinville

On average, most people in Carlinville need:

2 Movers

Read more about hiring the right number of movers.

The most popular truck size is a:

16' Truck

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

On average, movers in Carlinville are booked:

12.14 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 Carlinville

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

 

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 Carlinville 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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Bubble Wrap 101: How to Use It, Tips, and Alternatives
Knowing how to use bubble wrap is one of the most important skills when you’re prepping your belongings for a big move. In almost every packing guide, you’ll see advice to get and use bubble wrap, and for good reason. This common packing material features plastic bubbles filled with air that effectively cushion your valuables […]
Read more July 25, 2025
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Where to Throw Away Furniture: Disposal & Recycling Guide
Got a sagging sofa or dining chair that’s one wobble from permanent retirement? You might wonder how to get rid of it. But tossing old furniture — whether it’s seen better days or just no longer your style — isn’t always as easy as leaving it at the curb. Proper furniture disposal matters. First, simply […]
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