Hire Movers in Dakota, IL

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The Cost of Hiring Movers in Dakota, IL

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Dakota, IL

Resources for Your Move

How Booking With HireAHelper Works

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The Traditional Move

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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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Compare the Top 1 Dakota, 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.

$85/hr

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By Any Means Moving Labor Service

4.9 229 verified reviews

Janesville, WI

702 moves with HireAHelper

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The Cost of Moving in Dakota, IL

In Dakota labor-only moving help typically costs between $322.16 and $666.30. 

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 $82.76 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
Dakota, IL$408.32$1,085.66
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 $408.32 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Dakota, IL, with an average hourly rate of $82.76. 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$322.162 movers2.2 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$370.832 movers2.4 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$432.782 movers2.8 hours
2 Bedroom House$403.382 movers2.6 hours
3 Bedroom House$469.902 movers2.8 hours
4 Bedroom House$563.753 movers3.1 hours
5 Bedroom House$666.303 movers3.9 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.

277 Dakota Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 322,036 verified customer reviews

Odysseas L from Oregon, WI
(5 out of 5 rating)
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These guys were great. They came on time, were prepared, hard working, extremely careful with our stuff, very friendly and patient. Everything you'd want in movers. Can't say enough good. I highly recommend them and definitely would use them again.

Reviewed on: 5/1/2017
Bobby F from Beloit, WI
Reviewing: Freight Angels
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The movers did an excellent job and were very respectful and helpful throughout the process. I would use them again and recommend them to anyone else who is moving.

Reviewed on: 12/4/2013
Steve B from Loves Park, IL
Reviewing: Freight Angels
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Great job and great price. No problems and will be using them again in the near future. About 15 mins late but stayed the whole time needed and helped with little things. Very respectful and hard working.

Reviewed on: 5/14/2014
MARY JANE P from Rockford, IL
Reviewing: Freight Angels
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The gentlemen who unloaded my PODS were willing to accommodate the time window for delivery of the PODS. Once they arrived, they worked quickly to unload all items and assemble the bed, all with time to spare. Would definitely use again.

Reviewed on: 5/23/2013
Andrew M from Janesville, WI
Reviewing: Freight Angels
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Came a few minutes early to get everything in order. They also brought some equipment to make unloading easier. They had a long walk to the unit and never complained. On top of that, it was 45 degrees and a downpour. Through all of that, they remained happy and made the most of the circumstances.

Reviewed on: 5/23/2017
Pat M from Rockford, IL
Reviewing: MOVEMASTERS
(5 out of 5 rating)
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I had a 16 ft truck, and they had it loaded in hr! I had most of the stuff in a garage accessed by an alley, but there were items also still in the house.2

Reviewed on: 6/15/2021
Connie K from Lena, IL
Reviewing:
Young Hitters Inc
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The guys from Janesville WI. were on time, very professional, they handled everything with care and I couldn't have moved without this service and the team! They finished within the timeframe and left everything exactly as I wanted. Thank you so much! I would 100% recommend!

Reviewed on: 6/10/2024
Ellen H from Oregon, WI
(5 out of 5 rating)
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All four movers arrived promptly. They were all very professional, worked hard, carefully wrapped and securely loaded the furniture. All pieces arrived at the destination in great condition and secure in the position loaded. The movers were knowledgeable. Yes, I would definitely use them again.

Reviewed on: 7/27/2024
James H from Janesville, WI
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Showed up on time. Carefully, but in a timely manner loaded my trailer. The two men even came back to load the washer and dryer that I had forgotten.

Reviewed on: 10/24/2019
Ajit B from Rockford, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The helpers were professional and courteous and very careful with the move. They were at the site on time and finished their work in a brisk and safe manner. Thank you.

Reviewed on: 6/22/2010
DON P from Beloit, WI
(4 out of 5 rating)
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Showed up on time Very helpful in dining the move Yeeir instructions from "headquarters" were not complete - they did not know that they wiould be doing the unloading too. BUT, when presented with that they were cooperative in doing so

Reviewed on: 6/22/2010
Sharon C from Elizabeth, IL
(5 out of 5 rating)
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they did a great job I cannot take that away from them, there was one piece of furniture that was not wrapped properly and was damaged. everything else was okay. I would use them again.

Reviewed on: 11/24/2017

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Dakota

On average, most people in Dakota need:

2 Movers

Read more about hiring the right number of movers.

The most popular truck size is a:

20' Truck

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

On average, movers in Dakota 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 Dakota

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

 

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 Dakota 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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