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Labor-Only vs. The Traditional Move

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Crystal Lake, IL

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Crystal Lake, 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 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.
Book instantly. Book movers directly online, with no middlemen or unwanted spam.
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Compare the Top 24 Crystal Lake, IL 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, upfront pricing, and no hidden fees, you always know what to expect before you book.

$100/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Logan Lift Express

4.9 1,201 verified reviews

Bellwood, IL

3,408 moves with HireAHelper

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Logan Lift Express provides every customer with 100% customer service with a yes attitude.We specialize in mov… read more

$99/hr

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S & L Express Moving Services

4.8 2,718 verified reviews

Bloomingdale, IL

9,210 moves with HireAHelper

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With over 7600 confirmed moving jobs and 100% RELIABILITY..... S & L Express Moving Services is dedicated to p… read more

$115/hr

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Just Us Movers

4.9 728 verified reviews

Maywood, IL

2,068 moves with HireAHelper

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With over 5 years and 1000+ moves, we are a hardworking team that provides, quality service and places the cus… read more

$130/hr

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Packed Moving Services

4.8 382 verified reviews

Elmwood Park, IL

1,643 moves with HireAHelper

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"Packed!" moving services is a company that will help you with all the stress of your moving process. We provi… read more

$100/hr

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MOVEMASTERS

4.9 485 verified reviews

Berwyn, IL

1,536 moves with HireAHelper

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We have expertise in the Following areas of Professional Packing, Loading, Unloading, Cleaning, Packing Box, F… read more

$90/hr

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Lavoe Movers

4.9 294 verified reviews

Chicago, IL

1,001 moves with HireAHelper

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We are very professional, well groomed and courteous. My entire staff has been in this industry for more than … read more

$90/hr

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GO HARD TRANSPORTS

4.6 426 verified reviews

Chicago, IL

2,049 moves with HireAHelper

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GO HARD TRANSPORTS is A Dedicated, Strong Willed , Fast , Efficient Moving Company. Clean and Careful Movers. … read more

$150/hr

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Couch Potatoes, LLC.

4.9 63 verified reviews

Chicago, IL

181 moves with HireAHelper

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Professional & personable staff! So, you and your family can feel confident and safe during your moving experi… read more

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. 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 less expensive.

Full-Service Moving Labor-Only Moving
Price $$$ $
Moving Truck Included You Provide
Loading
Unloading
Packing Add-on Add-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.

The Cost of Moving in Crystal Lake, IL

In Crystal Lake labor-only moving help typically costs between $377.99 and $693.69. 

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 $77.07 an hour.

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

Crystal Lake, IL

$361.78

$832.41

Illinois

$334.39

$833.89

The United States

$356.65

$821.07

Did you know? More than 1 out of 3 HireAHelper customers use their move helpers to load or unload their PODS container.

8,004 Crystal Lake Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 309,921 verified customer reviews

Brendan H from Glen Ellyn, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
Logan Lift Express Profile Image

The guys did an insanely great job. Not only was it done in a timely manner, but everything we asked to be put in our Pod was tetrised with the utmost precision. 10/10 recommend.

Reviewed on: 7/17/2025
Cynthia W from Elgin, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
S & L Express Moving Services Profile Image

I cannot say enough good about the 4 guys that came to unload our 3 moving containers! They were prompt, courteous, respectable of home with no damage! They finished well under the time I paid for! I would highly recommend them and you should have nothing to worry about!

Reviewed on: 7/4/2025
Kendall G from Oak Park, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Don and Victor were amazing for our move! They worked hard for the entire time we had them. Very kind and proactive with asking where we would like our belongings. When the time comes for us to move again we will absolutely be booking with this company again!

Reviewed on: 6/1/2025
Matthew S from Winfield, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Our 2 man crew was on time, were professional and worked hard loading our pod. For the items that we express concern about, they used additional blankets and stretch wrap. No damage occurred on the stairway or doorways. Would definitely use them again.

Reviewed on: 5/23/2025
Sherry L J from Sycamore, IL
Reviewing: Just Us Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Were here ready to unload POD. THOUGHTFUL of my possessions. Friendly, sorted items out they thought would go in garage rather than house. They were both great.

Reviewed on: 6/26/2025
Judith A from Gurnee, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
Logan Lift Express Profile Image

The movers were fantastic—professional, efficient, and careful with all my belongings. They made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend their services!

Reviewed on: 5/13/2025
Jeff W from South Elgin, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
S & L Express Moving Services Profile Image

On time! Super fast and efficient. Loaded truck with care and supreme confidence. Not only they but they were very nice and personable. Seemed to listen to my concerns and were able to meet all of my needs. Absolutely the best!!

Reviewed on: 4/29/2025
Diane C from Chicago, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
Logan Lift Express Profile Image

Amazing job!!! I could not recommend them more. The movers were timely, polite, and careful with my belongings. They worked hard to be done on time. I have had terrible experiences with movers in the past, but this company was amazing. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on: 6/12/2025
Ivan S from Chicago, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
John 3:16 Movers Profile Image

They arrived on time. They were very courteous and respectful. They did an amazing job of loading my moving truck. They knew how to load it correctly. I was very impressed and very happy with their work. Thank you for making this move easier than I expected.

Reviewed on: 5/29/2025
Rita C from Lombard, IL
Reviewing: Ganga Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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My movers were on time, well prepared, worked very efficiently and were friendly and polite. They kept me informed of their progress and in my opinion did a fantastic job. I would definitely recommend them and if the need arises use them again.

Reviewed on: 6/29/2025
Gaby G from Oak Park, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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KJ and James were so helpful! They arrived early, stayed an extra hour to finish the job, communicated well, and everything was expertly packed. None of our furniture or boxes had budged an inch after a six-hour drive.

Reviewed on: 5/28/2025
William S from Crystal Lake, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
S & L Express Moving Services Profile Image

These guys came and got right after it and we're done faster than I could believe and my pod was packed so I'm sure that when it gets to my new home everything will be just like it was. Can't recommend these guys as high as they deserve, five stars just isn't enough!

Reviewed on: 6/4/2025

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Crystal Lake

On average, most people in Crystal Lake 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 Crystal Lake are booked:

10 days in advance

Pro tip: Book ahead as far as possible to get the best rates!

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