Hire Movers in Chester, SC

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The Cost of Hiring Movers in Chester, SC

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Chester, SC

Resources for Your Move

How Booking With HireAHelper Works

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Step 1: You Share Your Details
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The HireAHelper Moving Advantage

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 4 Chester, SC 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.

$129/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Big Dawg Movers

5 12 verified reviews

Rock Hill, SC

34 moves with HireAHelper

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Big Dawg Movers is a locally owned and operated moving company based in Rock Hill, SC, proudly serving the gre… read more

$80/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

V.I.P Moving Services

4.8 60 verified reviews

Charlotte, NC

262 moves with HireAHelper

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V.I.P moving is a dedicated highly recommended company with 10+ years of moving experience. Reliable, profess… read more

$95/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Economy Moving

5 8 verified reviews

Gastonia, NC

18 moves with HireAHelper

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Established in 2010

$176/hr

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Wingman Movers LLC

0 0 verified reviews

Rock Hill, SC

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This image shows the Wingman Movers logo — a bold, professional design that reflects strength, reliability, an… read more

The Cost of Moving in Chester, SC

In Chester labor-only moving help typically costs between $290.25 and $630.51. 

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 $82.10 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
Chester, SC$398.19$1,036.59
South Carolina$420.74$1,138.09
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 $398.19 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Chester, SC, with an average hourly rate of $82.10. 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$290.252 movers2.1 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$334.102 movers2.3 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$389.922 movers2.6 hours
2 Bedroom House$381.723 movers2.4 hours
3 Bedroom House$444.663 movers2.6 hours
4 Bedroom House$533.474 movers2.9 hours
5 Bedroom House$630.514 movers3.7 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
Price$$$$
Moving TruckIncludedYou Provide
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Unloading Helpāœ…āœ…
PackingAdd-onAdd-on

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.

2,565 Chester Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 321,970 verified customer reviews

Maxwell T from Charlotte, NC
Reviewing: On Cue Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They did a fantastic job. I needed a team to come help move while on a time crunch and they truly delivered. Alex and his partner delivered excellent service

Reviewed on: 11/3/2025
Teresa R from Chapin, SC
Reviewing:
5 Star Moving LLC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They arrived on time. Unloaded in timely manner. They were very helpful. They unloaded a Penske moving truck. We had a steep driveway and couldn’t back the truck up the driveway. The movers went up and down the driveway without hesitation. I’m extremely happy with the job they did.

Reviewed on: 9/25/2025
Leslie B from Charlotte, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Carlos and Kalil were magnificent. On time, hard working, knowledgeable and skilled in packing and maximizing capacity of our storage unit. Having their help was essential and a pleasure. They took good care of our stuff. Impressed.

Reviewed on: 10/3/2025
Amy S from Charlotte, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Our crew did an awesome job helping us load items from a storage unit to a truck. They were skilled and able to organize so everything fit in the truck. Very respectful as well. Would recommend.

Reviewed on: 11/20/2025
Tom D from Matthews, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They did a great job. Came exactly on time, packed a 16’ pod with no empty spaces left from top to bottom, left side to right side and front to back. Wrapped in blankets provided and plastic wrapped all furniture and breakables. Saw no damage to any of our items. Will be requesting them when we do our 2nd pod in a few months.

Reviewed on: 11/18/2025
Melody D from Enoree, SC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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These two men were amazing. So polite and went above and beyond. We would definitely recommend them to anyone. The company is great and we were so grateful they were able to get someone here in half a day notice. Great service

Reviewed on: 12/1/2025
Rodney T from Belmont, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The crew was timely, did a walk through to access the job, were professional, asked questions, explained how they were going to proceed, answered questions with a smile and were extremely careful with all our furniture and boxed items as well as our home and landscape. Lonnie was a great contact and we enjoyed all his crew as well! Hire them if you need a move, they will do it right! Rodney

Reviewed on: 10/23/2025
Cynthia E from Gastonia, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
Smart Move, LLC Profile Image

They did a wonderful job. We're flexible when I had to change the tune and communicated well. The two young men who came treated my parents' items with care and were polite and considerate. Would definitely reuse and recommend.

Reviewed on: 11/26/2025
Carol H from Fort Mill, SC
(5 out of 5 rating)
Prince Asong Moving Profile Image

They were on time they didn’t scratch up any other furniture. They were very efficient moved along quickly very nice and we would definitely hire them again.

Reviewed on: 10/19/2025
Maegan F from Gastonia, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The guys showed up at 11:30 and were ready to go as soon as they got there. They got everything loaded and unloaded quickly and safely. I would highly recommend them for your moving needs!

Reviewed on: 11/15/2025
Gretchen B from Charlotte, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Ryan and Zack did a wonderful job!! They went above and beyond by fixing the furniture that was broken upon delivery due to improper loading in Portland, OR. All of my furniture arrived damaged and they were very apologetic. Zack and Ryan were accommodating to everything I needed and were so kind.

Reviewed on: 9/18/2025
Stacy R from Rock Hill, SC
(5 out of 5 rating)
Taking Better Care Movers Incorporated Profile Image

They showed up early, got everything loaded quickly, and were friendly and efficient. If I need the service again, I will book again! Thank you so much!

Reviewed on: 9/24/2025

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Chester

On average, most people in Chester 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 Chester are booked:

11.21 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 Chester

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

 

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 Chester 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
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