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Labor-Only vs. The Traditional Move

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Elsie, MI

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Elsie, MI

Resources for Your Move

How Booking With HireAHelper Works

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Step 1: You Share Your Details
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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 4 Elsie, MI 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.

$110/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

U Call We Haul

4.7 465 verified reviews

Lansing, MI

1,714 moves with HireAHelper

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We hope you can find everything you need. U CALL WE HAUL is focused on providing high-quality service and cust… read more

$200/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

College Men Pro Moving Team

4.8 15 verified reviews

Lansing, MI

77 moves with HireAHelper

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Experienced and professional movers for local and long distance moves. We specialize in residential, business,… read more

$150/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Mr. BigStuff Labor & Moving LLC

5 1 verified review

Grand Ledge, MI

12 moves with HireAHelper

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Your Ultimate moving ally. We blend full-service luxury with DIY simplicity. Specializing in loading unloading… read more

$125/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Top Tier Movers

5 1 verified review

Grand Blanc, MI

23 moves with HireAHelper

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Over 15 years in the Business

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 MovingLabor-Only Moving
Price$$$$
Moving TruckIncludedYou Provide
Loading Help
Unloading Help
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.

The Cost of Moving in Elsie, MI

In Elsie labor-only moving help typically costs between $347.81 and $765.30. 

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 $82.16 an hour.

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Find a lower price for the same move? We’ll match it—because making your move easier and more affordable in Elsie 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-OnlyLocal-Full Service
Elsie, MI$476.65$1,203.11
Michigan$476.65$1,203.11
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 $476.65 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Elsie, MI, with an average hourly rate of $82.16. 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$347.812 movers2.2 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$400.352 movers2.4 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$467.242 movers2.8 hours
2 Bedroom House$463.322 movers2.6 hours
3 Bedroom House$539.712 movers2.7 hours
4 Bedroom House$647.513 movers3.1 hours
5 Bedroom House$765.303 movers3.9 hours

424 Elsie Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 317,807 verified customer reviews

Jennifer T from Lansing, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
A.B. Industries LLC Profile Image

They were fast and efficient. They went above and beyond to protect my belongings and make sure I had everything on the truck!! These guys are the best!

Reviewed on: 11/21/2013
Tim H from Fenton, MI
Reviewing: Helpful Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Deion & Fazon were great! Very polite, considerate, efficient & funny - all around good guys! They even helped up an older lady in my daughter's apartment building, who had fallen outside her door! How nice is that?! Thanks again guys!

Reviewed on: 5/20/2021
Kent A from Grand Blanc, MI
Reviewing: Masters Moving
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Prompt. Extremely good . Unbelievably efficient . The best of the best. Well groomed. Tolerated the extreme heat without complaints. Would go out of my way to use their expertise in the future.

Reviewed on: 7/25/2015
Kristin W from Holt, MI
Reviewing: U Call We Haul
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They were amazing! They showed up on time, were very professional and got the job done quickly and without incident. I would definitely use them again and recommend them to friends.

Reviewed on: 10/10/2021
Okjim K from Okemos, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
Katinsky Service's, LLC Profile Image

They were on time and extremely efficient in what they do. I was throughly impressed with their level of expertise in filling the POD and managing time. I appreciated their work very much.

Reviewed on: 1/19/2022
Judy H from Saginaw, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
Katinsky Service's, LLC Profile Image

They Did a fantastic job, they were very considerate and caring for all my personal property. They were very accommodating and I couldn’t be more pleased. I would highly recommend them, great job!

Reviewed on: 11/25/2019
Linda N from Linden, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
Brice’s Moving Company Profile Image

We absolutely loved the young men that came out to help us! Very respectful of both us and our property. Hard working. Unloaded two pods, one was a 16' the other was an 8', without even taking a break. Wonderful young men. Thank you Brice's for sending out such hard workers.

Reviewed on: 3/8/2024
Corrina A from Lansing, MI
Reviewing: U Call We Haul
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They were on time and moved quick to load everything we had in the two hour timeframe we scheduled. Everything was packed perfectly in the truck to stay in place while we drove the truck. This was my second time using them and I would use them again if needed.

Reviewed on: 4/7/2021
Karen S from East Lansing, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
A.B. Industries LLC Profile Image

Our movers arrived early to look over the job and despite an elevator being out of order, they completed their job with professionalism, positivity, kindness, and friendliness. There were very respectful to us, other tenants, and covered the furniture and carefully conducted the move. We would definitely use their services again and recommend them to others. Thank you!

Reviewed on: 8/17/2017
Katie K from Linden, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
Discount Moving & Hauling Profile Image

Scott and his team did an excellent job. There was great communication, and they were very careful with all items. I would definitely hire them again and recommend them to anyone.

Reviewed on: 10/3/2022
Joey K from Midland, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
A.B. Industries LLC Profile Image

The guys that helped us were super friendly and professional. They were also extremely fast and efficient they finished unloading or 26 foot truck that took us five hours to load in just 90 minutes. Great job guys!

Reviewed on: 6/28/2015
Haley M from East Lansing, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
A.B. Industries LLC Profile Image

Hired A.B.'s Muscle Men to move my daughter into her new apartment. We only needed a couple of people to help unload her moving truck and this company fit the bill perfectly for a great price. The whole experience was extremely positive, from first contact to the follow up emails. They were on time, efficient and courteous. I would HIGHLY recommend them to anyone.

Reviewed on: 9/17/2012

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Elsie

On average, most people in Elsie 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 Elsie are booked:

12.5 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 Elsie

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

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 Elsie 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 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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Is Buying Moving Boxes Worth It?
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Help Your Pet Adjust to a New Home: Moving Tips for Dog and Cat Parents
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