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Table of Contents

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Crystal Springs, FL

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Crystal Springs, FL

Resources for Your Move

How Booking With HireAHelper Works

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Compare the Top 39 Crystal Springs, FL 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

After 2 movers 2 hr min

On top movers

5 1,322 verified reviews

Hudson, FL

2,594 moves with HireAHelper

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CHECK OUR REVIEWS OUT 5 star company We are a family owned company growing fast with professional experience m… read more

$125/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Family Movers, Inc.

4.9 1,149 verified reviews

Polk City, FL

3,370 moves with HireAHelper

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All 5-star ratings in the past 3 years Fully licensed and insured in the state of Florida for intrastate movin… read more

$110/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

EASY LIFT MOVERS

4.9 677 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

1,945 moves with HireAHelper

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Family Owned and Operated , offering Residential & Commercial Quality Moving Services. We arrange your moving … read more

$120/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Major Moves

4.9 360 verified reviews

Plant City, FL

1,076 moves with HireAHelper

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Professional Moving/Relocation Service with Over 12 years Experienced and Growing! Crew of 12, Motivated Stron… read more

$90/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Victors Moving

4.9 235 verified reviews

Winter Garden, FL

538 moves with HireAHelper

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Strives to exceed customers expectations every time we do a job. Trust worthy and reliable as customers contin… read more

$140/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Pro Movers Express

4.7 894 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

3,136 moves with HireAHelper

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FOR ANY LONG DISTANCE MOVING CONTACT US DIRECTLY FOR BEST PRICES. Local moving company dedicated to upholdin… read more

$163/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Philly's Finest Movers & Storage

4.8 314 verified reviews

Ruskin, FL

1,567 moves with HireAHelper

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The Immaculate Movers, moving labor services. No Job is too small.

$65/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

A Plus Moving

4.7 916 verified reviews

Lakeland, FL

3,756 moves with HireAHelper

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WE ARE THE ORIGINAL A PLUS MOVING IN CENTRAL FLORIDA!!!!! IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM HIRING US SAME DAY OR NEXT DAY… read more

$150/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Mindful Movers of Tampa Bay LLC

5 120 verified reviews

Hudson, FL

198 moves with HireAHelper

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Our team of background checked moving professionals will save you money and give you peace of mind. Our movers… read more

$80/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Last Minute Movers

4.9 586 verified reviews

New Port Richey, FL

1,394 moves with HireAHelper

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Last Minute Movers was established with the sole purpose to provide safe and reliable moving at affordable pri… read more

$95/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

True life movers llc

4.9 114 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

336 moves with HireAHelper

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OFFERING QUICK & AFFORDABLE MOVING ASSISTANCE SAFELY & CAREFULLY LOADING & UNLOADING RENTAL TRUCKS, SEMI TRAIL… read more

$109/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Stars and Stripes (Veteran owned and operated)

4.8 376 verified reviews

Valrico, FL

1,109 moves with HireAHelper

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Marines are "The Last to Let You Down" Stars and Stripes is a licensed and insured Marine Corps veteran owned… read more

$100/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

All in One Tampa Bay

4.9 26 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

78 moves with HireAHelper

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"Leveraging our extensive experience and expertise gained from working with various moving companies, we have … read more

$90/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Buzzy Bee professional movers and cleaner

4.7 77 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

246 moves with HireAHelper

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Family Owned since 2015. Our goal is to place honest, experienced, hard working movers with satisfied customer… read more

$150/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Veterans Moving Florida

4.7 87 verified reviews

Riverview, FL

312 moves with HireAHelper

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At Veteran Moving Florida, we take immense pride in being more than just a moving company; owned by a team of … read more

$95/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

The Right Way Labor & Relocation LLC

4.8 163 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

1,325 moves with HireAHelper

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The Right Way Labor & Relocation Has Been Providing Quality Service Since 2017. We Provide Top Performing Crew… read more

$80/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

MD Expert Movers

4.8 1,069 verified reviews

Davenport, FL

3,583 moves with HireAHelper

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No hidden prices. Free shrink wrap. Serving FL,MD, DC, VA.PODS Experts! PackRat, ABF trailers/containers, and … read more

$100/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Gorilla Men Movers LLC

4.8 172 verified reviews

Winter Haven, FL

633 moves with HireAHelper

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With over 20 years experience we have the knowledge to get the job done right. Supervisor on all jobs, we offe… read more

$100/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Strong Hands Moving

4.7 46 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

143 moves with HireAHelper

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We are fast and professional

$145/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Integrity Moves Moving Labor LLC

5 80 verified reviews

Riverview, FL

266 moves with HireAHelper

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Integrity Moves Moving Labor is a Licensed, Insured, and Bonded Moving Labor Company in the Tampa Bay Area tha… read more

$80/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

J2 Big Moves

5 7 verified reviews

Davenport, FL

25 moves with HireAHelper

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J2 Big Moves is a moving help service committed to delivering safe, convenient, and dependable moving experien… read more

$95/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Pinks Express Service

4.6 16 verified reviews

Valrico, FL

57 moves with HireAHelper

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WE ARE NOT NEW! Let me prove it with our 5-star customer reviews.

$90/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Up and go Moving

5 2 verified reviews

Plant City, FL

5 moves with HireAHelper

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Experienced, Fast, Full service Movers

$75/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Moving champion

5 46 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

65 moves with HireAHelper

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We are a company with professionally trained movers, more than 5 years on the market with liability insurance … read more

$119/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Zippy Shell of FL

3.7 3 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

33 moves with HireAHelper

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Zippy Shell stands as the largest full-service moving company in the region, uniquely positioned to offer unpa… read more

$100/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

TNT MOVERS L.L.C

4.3 4 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

12 moves with HireAHelper

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Here at TNT Movers, our mission has remained the same—to provide unparalleled service and allow our work to ex… read more

$185/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Move Quickly LLC

0 0 verified reviews

Lutz, FL

3 moves with HireAHelper

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"Move Quickly is the most trusted moving company in the state because we treat our customers like family. All … read more

$75/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Speedy Movers

0 0 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

1 move with HireAHelper

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We are a local moving company, servicing Tampa and all surrounding areas. While we are small, we are mighty. O… read more

$91/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Brothers in Motion LLC

4.3 85 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

430 moves with HireAHelper

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We have completed thousands of jobs throughout the country local and long distance. We work hard to exceed exp… read more

$70/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Reliable Relocators LLC

5 5 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

46 moves with HireAHelper

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Fast, friendly, and affordable moving services you can count on. Local & long-distance moves, packing, furnitu… read more

$104/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Scotts Moving Company

0 0 verified reviews

Saint Petersburg, FL

2 moves with HireAHelper

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"Hey St. Petersburg neighbors! Are you planning a move? Let Scotts Moving Company make it a breeze! As a local… read more

$140/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

GRIND TIME MOVERS LLC

4.7 3 verified reviews

Winter Haven, FL

13 moves with HireAHelper

$193/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Bereket Moving and Storage

4 4 verified reviews

Wesley Chapel, FL

10 moves with HireAHelper

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Bereketā€ means blessing — and that’s exactly what we aim to be for every customer we serve. We specialize in … read more

$100/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

B&L Labor Services

0 0 verified reviews

Land O Lakes, FL

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At B&L LABOR SERVICES LLC®, we specialize in providing reliable and professional full-service moving and labor… read more

$75/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

SmoothMove

0 0 verified reviews

Oldsmar, FL

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SmoothMove is a professional moving service designed to make every transition effortless, efficient, and stres… read more

$125/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

UniMovers Tampa

0 0 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

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Unimovers Tampa stands out in the moving industry, primarily due to our unique workforce of energetic local co… read more

$100/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Brown's moving services

0 0 verified reviews

Spring Hill, FL

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We have over 15 years experience.We can help with packing,loading or unloading or we can do it all!

$80/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

St. Louis Hauling

3.7 3 verified reviews

Tampa, FL

6 moves with HireAHelper

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Yo! ?? St. Louis Hauling LLC is here to make your move the EASIEST thing EVER! ?? Moving labor? That's our MID… read more

$100/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Smart Move, LLC

4.8 4,869 verified reviews

Hudson, FL

19,093 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

The Cost of Moving in Crystal Springs, FL

In Crystal Springs labor-only moving help typically costs between $293.44 and $610.60. 

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 $80.48 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
Crystal Springs, FL$380.67$1,011.59
Florida$399.36$1,048.76
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 $380.67 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Crystal Springs, FL, with an average hourly rate of $80.48. 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$293.442 movers2.1 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$337.772 movers2.3 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$394.212 movers2.7 hours
2 Bedroom House$369.662 movers2.5 hours
3 Bedroom House$430.622 movers2.7 hours
4 Bedroom House$516.623 movers3 hours
5 Bedroom House$610.603 movers3.8 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
Loading Helpāœ…āœ…
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.

8,270 Crystal Springs Mover Reviews

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

Pamela F from Clearwater, FL
Reviewing: Major Moves
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The team arrived on time and immediately evaluated what we needed to fit into the 16' container. They were knowledgeable and extremely helpful. They moved quickly and carefully, loading the container so that everything fit and was secure. We are definitely going to use Major Moves for our last container once we are ready to move.

Reviewed on: 10/19/2025
Connie R from Odessa, FL
(5 out of 5 rating)
Superman Movers Profile Image

Doing and Austin are amazing polite and very efficient. Brittney at the office was Sooooo accommodating and encouraging with this move. She was so supportive and change the move time for us as needed with the pod issues that we had .

Reviewed on: 9/9/2025
Jeff M from Land O Lakes, FL
Reviewing: On top movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Matt and Josh were fantastic. They arrived on time and got everything loaded up perfectly in almost no time at all. They were professional, friendly and excellent representatives. I recommend them to anyone who is looking for packing, loading, moving or any other services that they provide. Outstanding service and people! Fully trust them - without a doubt.

Reviewed on: 9/11/2025
Mary Jon P from Winter Garden, FL
(5 out of 5 rating)
Happy Moving, LLC Profile Image

They were amazing. They were on time and immediately started to work. They asked pertinent questions and loading everything with care. They provided a cart which really helped with the move.

Reviewed on: 10/5/2025
Jennifer P from Odessa, FL
(5 out of 5 rating)
A Move Ahead Movers Profile Image

Tony and Keith were great! They worked really hard the entire time they were here. Super friendly too! Thanks, guys, for making such quick work of our packing needs and for taking such good care of our belongings.

Reviewed on: 9/15/2025
Tanya B from Lutz, FL
Reviewing: On top movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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I had the best experience with Matt Ally and Jacob. They were very efficient courteous on time and made my pod look like Tetris game. Awesome job so happy with their service.

Reviewed on: 9/19/2025
Mark S from Land O Lakes, FL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Lou and D and Michael did a great job. Highly recommended professional at the best load my 26 foot properly with blanket and plastic wrap all my items couldn't ask for better Helpers looking forward to use them again in the future five star all the way life is good Moving. I highly recommend for any Moving services definitely using them again :)

Reviewed on: 9/12/2025
Jack G from San Antonio, FL
Reviewing: On top movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They were on time and ready to work hard. They finished in under two hours. Very polite and professional. The worked carefully and respected my property. Excellent teamwork. I would definitely hire them again.

Reviewed on: 9/19/2025
Dillon E from Winter Garden, FL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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It’s been a crazy day and I can’t remember the two gentlemen‘s name that helped me today, but they made today a million times easier. They were attentive to what they were doing and were sure to do things how we asked them to. I hope I don’t have to move again soon, but would recommend these guys to anyone who does need and needs help!

Reviewed on: 9/20/2025
Mici A from Sun City Center, FL
(5 out of 5 rating)
Pro Movers Express Profile Image

How can I give double 5 stars! The fellows that came were amazing. Pro Movers did a wonderful unloading job today in the allotted time and did not go over. Very courteous and thoughtful with wonderful smiles and encouragement about the new home. I will recommend this service 100%

Reviewed on: 9/16/2025
Cali C from Winter Garden, FL
(5 out of 5 rating)
AB Moving and Labor Profile Image

AB Moving & Labor wrapped up our moving real quick! We have some tight stairs and they were able to get large items up without any issues. Would definitely recommend to anyone in need of movers!

Reviewed on: 10/19/2025
Dan L from Tampa, FL
(5 out of 5 rating)
EASY LIFT MOVERS Profile Image

These guys did a great job! They were on time and worked quickly. They even helped set up the flat screen TV. Very friendly and great to work with.

Reviewed on: 11/7/2025

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Crystal Springs

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

15.17 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 Crystal Springs

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

 

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 Crystal Springs 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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