Hire Movers in Columbia, VA
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With HireAHelper, you can read reviews, compare movers, research moving costs in Columbia, and get tips for a smoother move—all in one place. Discover how hiring moving labor through HireAHelper can help you save up to 50% vs. a traditional move.
Table of ContentsLabor-Only vs. The Traditional Move The Cost of Hiring Movers in Columbia, VA |
How Booking With HireAHelper Works
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.
We instantly match you with the best-value moving companies near you, using proprietary data from over 850,000 HireAHelper moves.
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.
The HireAHelper Moving Advantage
The Traditional Move
Moving With HireAHelper
Compare the Top 4 Columbia, VA Movers
For over 18 years, HireAHelper has partnered with top-rated moving companies to help tens of thousands of 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.
$120/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minOn the Go Moving LLC.
Chesterfield, VA
769 moves with HireAHelper
$240/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minOn The Fly Moving Guys, LLC
Henrico, VA
251 moves with HireAHelper
$100/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minBrothers in Motion LLC
Richmond, VA
403 moves with HireAHelper
$85/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minLoaders Moving
University Of Richmond, VA
1,181 moves with HireAHelper
Labor-Only vs. The Traditional Move
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 movers to load or unload your stuff.
While labor-only requires a bit more work on your end to coordinate all the details, it’s considerably more affordable.
| Full-Service Moving | Labor-Only Moving | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $$$ | $ |
| Moving Truck | Included | You Provide |
| Loading Help | ✅ | ✅ |
| Unloading Help | ✅ | ✅ |
| Packing | Add-on | Add-on |
The Cost of Moving in Columbia, VA
In Columbia labor-only moving help typically costs between $317.76 and $704.36.
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 $85.47 an hour.
HireAHelper’s Best Price Guarantee Find a lower price for the same move? We’ll match it—because making your move easier and more affordable in Columbia is what we’re here for. |
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.
| Labor-Only | Local-Full Service | |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia, VA | $426.39 | $1,099.54 |
| Virginia | $426.39 | $1,099.54 |
| The United States | $451.87 | $1,167.76 |
Labor-Only Moving Costs by Move Size
As mentioned above, it costs $426.39 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Columbia, VA, with an average hourly rate of $85.47. 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 Size | Average Cost | Average # of Movers | Average # of Hours |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment | $317.76 | 2 movers | 2 hours |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | $365.76 | 2 movers | 2.2 hours |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment | $426.87 | 2 movers | 2.5 hours |
| 2 Bedroom House | $426.43 | 2 movers | 2.4 hours |
| 3 Bedroom House | $496.74 | 2 movers | 2.5 hours |
| 4 Bedroom House | $595.95 | 3 movers | 2.8 hours |
| 5 Bedroom House | $704.36 | 3 movers | 3.6 hours |
1,345 Columbia Mover Reviews
On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 316,231 verified customer reviews
This company is great! These guys are efficient and friendly. True professionals. Despite major weather issues the week of our move, they found a way to meet the scheduled timeline. They got everything moved into our place and assembled within a couple of hours. I would definitely use these guys again!
The guys showed up on time and did a wonderful job! I was amazed at how organized and neat the truck was loaded and everything strapped and secured. A great experience!
Greg and Wayne worked extremely hard and filled up a 26 ft U-Haul from floor to ceiling in 2 hours. Furniture had to be moved from the basement and top floor of our house. I was highly impressed with their packing skills to get everything in the truck. I also appreciated their good attitudes and friendly demeanor.
These guys finished in no time! Very fast, safe and clean work. Took the time to organize everything in storage so I could walk through and get what I needed.
The two helpers came to the house, were very professional and had the job done in a timely manner. So much, that two hours would have been plenty of time needed.
Great experience- we asked them to come early in the morning (6am) and they made it on time no problem. Confirmed with us the day before, great communication. Very quick and efficient and packed the truck so well! There’s no way we could’ve fit everything without them. Hard workers and very easy to work with. Can’t recommend enough!
These guys are the real deal. My whole house was loaded strategically placed, in two hours. All pieces arrived safely. They were courteous and professional I highly recommend
Greg and Waynecwere Fantastic! They were on time, courteous, helpful, and worked hard to make the move smooth. Personality plus. I would definitely recommend these hard working fellows.
After I made 2 calls, they arrived 7 minutes at the end of the hour window. They needed to get back to the previous job so were fast. Too fast. Stacked all the boxes in one room most upside down, left mattresses fallen over, and dropped the bedroom dresser, causing damage. Not super happy but they were better than the departure help so gave them 4 stars.
Our movers were so helpful and respectful despite the crazy heat and stairs. They were careful of our belongings and extremely prepared to do whatever was asked of them. Would definitely recommend and use them again!!
THESE GUYS WORK HARD! We had a 16ft PACKED POD and some of it heavy stuff. They were on time, polite, professional, and helpful. Never once complained about the steep driveway or steps and were up for the job. I highly recommend and would use them again!
I had a really positive experience with On the Go Moving LLC. They were friendly and accommodating with scheduling, arriving promptly as planned. The team was incredibly efficient and careful, unloading my two-bedroom apartment quickly (around 1.5 hours) with my help. They expertly resolved a stuck couch situation and put items precisely where I asked. I'd definitely recommend their service.
HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Columbia
Why Book Your Columbia Move with HireAHelper?
Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Columbia
You've got moving questions — we’ve got answers. Learn what to expect when moving in Columbia.
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 $19.
- Best Price Guarantee: All these benefits must come at a higher price, right? Wrong. HireAHelper’s platform lets you compare rates for different movers, so you can be sure you’re getting a good deal. Found a better price for the same service? We’ll match it. That means you don’t pay extra to use HireAHelper—in fact, you may save money.
While some Columbia movers may offer basic moving coverage, the federal government only mandates insurance for movers that start and end in different states. HireAHelper is committed to protecting your move by offering automatic repair protection ($.60/lb), a $1,000 damage protection guarantee, and SmartProtection™, which is our optional coverage for labor-only moves with three tiers between $2,500 and $10,000.
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 for 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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Help Your Pet Adjust to a New Home: Moving Tips for Dog and Cat Parents
