Hire Movers in Dorchester, MD

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With HireAHelper, you can read reviews, compare movers, and research moving costs in Dorchester—all in one place. When you hire moving labor through us, we act as your advocate, stepping in if something goes wrong. If your mover cancels, we help you rebook fast. No extra legwork needed.

Table of Contents

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Dorchester, MD

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Dorchester, MD

Resources for Your Move

How Booking With HireAHelper Works

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Step 1: You Share Your Details
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.
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Step 2: We Find Your Move Helpers
We instantly match you with the best-value moving companies near you, using proprietary data from over 850,000 HireAHelper moves.
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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

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 1 Dorchester, MD 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.

$150/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Moving out LLC

4.9 303 verified reviews

Georgetown, DE

870 moves with HireAHelper

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Moving out takes pride in our work. We will do the job very efficiently and safe. No job too big nor to small … read more

The Cost of Moving in Dorchester, MD

In Dorchester labor-only moving help typically costs between $325.89 and $643.98. 

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 $76.66 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
Dorchester, MD$408.62$1,073.55
Maryland$408.62$1,073.55
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 $408.62 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Dorchester, MD, with an average hourly rate of $76.66. 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$325.892 movers2.2 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$375.122 movers2.3 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$437.792 movers2.7 hours
2 Bedroom House$389.872 movers2.7 hours
3 Bedroom House$454.162 movers2.9 hours
4 Bedroom House$544.863 movers3.2 hours
5 Bedroom House$643.983 movers4.1 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.

504 Dorchester Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 322,750 verified customer reviews

Joe & Cassidy M from Prince Frederick, MD
(5 out of 5 rating)
DMV Discount Moving & Cleaning Profile Image

Packing services were carefully & professionally loaded in a timely manner. Both helpers were very attentive to exact items that needed to be loaded.

Reviewed on: 8/23/2025
Jane C from Cambridge, MD
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Everything went smoothly and quickly and we were very pleased with the entire experience! They were not only on time but early and very flexible and friendly! And careful with out items! Definitely recommend Anthony!

Reviewed on: 4/27/2022
Dana J from Chester, MD
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The movers from K.Y. Movers were terrific. Scheduling the time was easy and the owner was very flexible, helpful and responsive. The movers were friendly, professional, and willing to help out in any way. They went above and beyond the call of duty to be sure that we were satisfied. We will use them again and I highly recommend the company.

Reviewed on: 4/14/2012
Bruce B from Huntingtown, MD
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Team was on time. Professional. Took the time to move and load it right. Very aware of preventing damage to items or house. Stayed as long as we needed. Planned for 6 hours, but kept them for 13--no complaints. Did not charge against food breaks. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on: 7/22/2014
Elizabeth Q from Shady Side, MD
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Excellent Job! Took great care with my belongings and everything arrived safely. Even decided to use the for my mother's move month later. Great referral!!! Thanks!

Reviewed on: 5/27/2013
Cherie A from Delmar, MD
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Shawn and Tyler were professional and fast! Shawn was very accommodating and made sure I was happy and stress free during my move. He assured me all my concerns would be addressed and taken care of.

Reviewed on: 10/15/2017
Shawn B from Salisbury, MD
Reviewing: Moving out LLC
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The 3 gentlemen from Moving Out arrived on time and worked very hard and even stayed 2.5 hours past the scheduled ending time until the job was completed. I was impressed with the entire process and will definitely use them again.

Reviewed on: 9/1/2018
Jason M from California, MD
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The team from Family Movers were Outstanding. They efficiently and expertly filled my 1800PackRat container. Each helper was courteous and professional. They knew what they were doing and saved me a lot of time and frustration trying to fill a 13 foot container. I would definitely hire them again.

Reviewed on: 7/14/2015
Mona D from Denton, MD
(5 out of 5 rating)
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I was very impressed with the team. The service providers were on time and dedicated to getting the job done. Also, very polite and made sure that all furniture and boxes were loaded while protecting the areas. My husband and I would definitely use Keep It Moving Labor again!

Reviewed on: 10/29/2016
Melinda S from Owings, MD
(5 out of 5 rating)
DMV Discount Moving & Cleaning Profile Image

2 strong guys showed up early to the move time and really hustled to get all the heavy stuff we needed help with. They were polite and careful. We would definitely use your company again.

Reviewed on: 8/6/2024
Andrew D from Chester, MD
Reviewing: I & O moving
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Second time I used this crew. They did a great job both times. On time, courteous, professional, did everything that was asked and asked numerous times if there was anything more they could do. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on: 1/19/2020
Kimberly T from Chesapeake Beach, MD
Reviewing: Key Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Monique and Jay were amazing movers!! They were prompt, efficient, friendly, and provided customer service unlike anything I've ever seen. They made my life so much easier!! Thank you both so much again. I can't express my thanks enough.

Reviewed on: 2/6/2022

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Dorchester

On average, most people in Dorchester need:

2 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 Dorchester are booked:

10.95 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 Dorchester

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

 

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 Dorchester 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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