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They showed up when they were supposed to and they did a great job wrapping everything for my storage pod.
Read moreReviewed on: August 27, 2026
Cost:$356.90
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Container
Service:Elite
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$133/hr
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Suffield, Connecticut
4542 moves with HireAHelper
Fast Movers is just that. We move Fast! Our number one priority is customer satisfaction. From loading and unloading containers or trucks or if you need things moved around your house or storage, we can do it. Let us relieve the stress of moving!
$133/hr
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$140/hr
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Enfield, Connecticut
3696 moves with HireAHelper
Heavy Foot Movers are professionals. We maintain a strict load procedure to secure, and utilize truck, (or pod) space efficiently. Careful handling techniques, great communication, and being courteous is essential to a stress free move. No job too big! For overweight items you will need to contact me.
$140/hr
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$150/hr
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Everett, Massachusetts
710 moves with HireAHelper
We provide skilled Moving Labor and Moving Help services for your last minute or upcoming moves. Our highly skilled Moving Labor Crew will carefully load and unload your Rental Moving Truck. We make your move easy!
$150/hr
After 2 movers, 2 hr min
$99/hr
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Lowell, Massachusetts
4801 moves with HireAHelper
There is no move too big or too small for our team. We are gentle, reliable, and efficient. Call us to move you today.
$99/hr
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$120/hr
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Springfield, Massachusetts
1229 moves with HireAHelper
Established in 2023, last minute movers are here throughout mass & CT covering a 130-mile radius. Fast and secure moves across the area. With my professional and friendly team, we will provide top quality service. Careful packing and protection of your belongings. Competitive prices and much more. We thank you for choosing Last Minute Movers .
$120/hr
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$130/hr
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Albany, New York
2137 moves with HireAHelper
We are a small Veteran owned business with 15+ years experience in moving and packing. We strive to to do the best we can to satisfy the customer. Our top priorities are Integrity, time management, and customer service.
$130/hr
After 2 movers, 2 hr min
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The Cost of Moving in Boston, MA
In Boston labor-only moving help typically costs between $378.58 and $787.77.
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 $88.50 an hour.
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Find a lower price for the same move? We’ll match it. You can book with the confidence that you are getting the best value for your move. Learn more.
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-Only | Local-Full Service | |
|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | $495.80 | $1,222.75 |
| Massachusetts | $495.80 | $1,222.75 |
| The United States | $451.90 | $1,167.84 |
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 $495.80 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Boston, MA, with an average hourly rate of $88.50. 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 Size | Average Cost | Average # of Movers | Average # of Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom Apartment | $378.58 | 2 movers | 2.2 hours |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | $435.78 | 2 movers | 2.4 hours |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment | $508.58 | 2 movers | 2.7 hours |
| 2 Bedroom House | $476.92 | 2 movers | 2.6 hours |
| 3 Bedroom House | $555.56 | 2 movers | 2.7 hours |
| 4 Bedroom House | $666.52 | 3 movers | 3.1 hours |
| 5 Bedroom House | $787.77 | 3 movers | 3.9 hours |
Did you know? More than 1 out of 3 HireAHelper customers use their move helpers to load or unload their PODS container.
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 Moving | Labor-Only Moving | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $$$ | $ |
| Moving Truck | Included | You Provide |
| Loading Help | ✅ | ✅ |
| Unloading Help | ✅ | ✅ |
| 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.
Compare Costs for Additional Moving Options
Our Moving Cost Calculator can help you compare and estimate costs for local or long distance moves, across Labor Only, Full Service, and Moving Container moves. You can adjust the distance of your move and home size to compare prices and help plan your budget.
Once you've used the calculator to do your research, you can compare quotes from movers that are available and ready to help near you.
Top-Rated Moving Services According to Real Customer Reviews
On average, customers rate Moving Companies through HireAHelper 4.8 stars out of 5 after 344,073 customer reviews. Our trusted movers are committed to delivering outstanding service, making your move smooth, affordable, and completely hassle-free.
Professional and hardworking movers.
I recommend them!
Read moreReviewed on: August 26, 2026
Cost:$517.47
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
We decided at the very last minute that we needed help with our move-in in Boston, and Andrew was incredibly accommodating and willing to step in and help. I honestly cannot express how grateful I am that he did, because it would have been literally impossible for my family and me to handle it on our own.
Andrew and his team did an absolutely incredible job. It was raining, we couldn't park anywhere near the entrance, and the job presented plenty of challenges, yet there wasn't a single complaint. In fact, their positive attitudes and enthusiasm actually made what would have been a very stressful, painful experience enjoyable.
They were incredibly fast, efficient, professional, and went well above and beyond what we expected. We had a very large couch that needed to be maneuvered up a winding stairwell, through two extremely narrow doorways, one of which opened into a tiny hallway. I honestly didn't believe it was possible to get the couch into the room at all, let alone without damaging something. But I underestimated what a true expert can do. Andrew and his team made it happen, and the couch now looks perfect in our living room.
I couldn't recommend Andrew and his team more highly. They were professional, hardworking, incredibly capable, and genuinely great to work with. If you need help moving, these are the people you want on the job!
Read moreReviewed on: August 24, 2026
Cost:$386.11
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
They were efficient and beyond helpful in my move. They wrapped all my furniture, organized it to fit my moving vehicle, and even went through the trouble of dismantling a bed I was having issues with. Highly recommend!
Read moreReviewed on: August 24, 2026
Cost:$436.90
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
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Jim and Jimmy were professional, prompt, efficient and great to work with. They made moving out of a third story walk up look easy and the process was stress-free. Would absolutely recommend.
Read moreReviewed on: August 22, 2026
Cost:$405.15
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
Absolutely fantastic!! So quick and careful with everything. Very kind and on time as well. Cannot recommend them enough!
Read moreReviewed on: August 22, 2026
Cost:$361.90
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
They were fast and efficient!
Read moreReviewed on: August 20, 2026
Cost:$580.90
Helpers:2 / 3hr
Vehicle:Container
Service:Elite
They were great! Showed up early (we booked last minute) and they were very helpful. Would use them again!
Read moreReviewed on: August 18, 2026
Cost:$486.93
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
Marcus and Francesco are awesome
Read moreReviewed on: August 18, 2026
Cost:$773.66
Helpers:2 / 3.5hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:MoversPlusTruck
they were so awesome and made our move feel so much smoother!!
Read moreReviewed on: August 18, 2026
Cost:$356.90
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Container
Service:Elite
Javi and Anthony were wonderful - professional and customer focused in every way possible, and friendly to boot. We paid to have them load our rental cargo van, and they hit it out of the park. Our contents were secured and loaded in such an organized fashion that I never would have been able to mimic by doing it myself. We had a 350 mile drive and the load didn't move an inch.
I highly recommend Javi - his team works hard and quickly.... after many college moves for my kids, I've never had a better experience. If you have an opportunity to use his services book him and you will be happy you did!
Read moreReviewed on: August 17, 2026
Cost:$432.01
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
Great job
Read moreReviewed on: August 15, 2026
Cost:$557.85
Helpers:2 / 3hr
Vehicle:Container
Service:Elite
Two guys loaded everything in less than two hours. Fast, efficient, and very friendly. Definitely hire these people over large corporate moving companies if you’re looking for a smaller job!
Read moreReviewed on: August 13, 2026
Cost:$717.85
Helpers:2 / 3hr
Vehicle:Container
Service:Elite
Wonderful experience. Great communication. Took extra care with our belongings, professional, went above and beyond to help us. Best movie experience I've had. Definitely recommend.
Read moreReviewed on: August 13, 2026
Cost:$356.90
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
They were awesome. 1 bed out in an hour!
Read moreReviewed on: August 13, 2026
Cost:$361.90
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
They were quick and efficient. Very grateful for an easy move
Read moreReviewed on: August 10, 2026
Cost:$361.90
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
Fantastic above & beyond. Thank you
Read moreReviewed on: August 7, 2026
Cost:$456.90
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Service:Elite
They were flexible and had a great attitude. Made a stressful move way easier.
Read moreReviewed on: August 6, 2026
Cost:$407.41
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
What a great crew, took so much stress from moving day off of my shoulders, and helped pack my moving truck up neat and tight. Communication was great as well!
Read moreReviewed on: August 6, 2026
Cost:$392.16
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
Awesome job. Quick and professional!
Read moreReviewed on: August 4, 2026
Cost:$361.90
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Container
Service:Elite
Showed up on time. Wrapped and covered everything well and were very friendly.
Read moreReviewed on: August 2, 2026
Cost:$390.90
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
Amazing team. They were superb. I would 100% recommend them. Definitely will be using them again for any future moves. Thank you!
Read moreReviewed on: August 1, 2026
Cost:$361.90
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
They brought an extra guy for free and were very efficient and packed my uhaul like an intricate game of Tetris. They also helped me move stuff down that i wasn’t taking it with me and just needed to bring it to the street! I would for sure recommend them to others needing a move!
Read moreReviewed on: August 1, 2026
Cost:$388.45
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
They were awesome… they were on time, quick and efficient and were careful and helpful the whole time!
Read moreReviewed on: July 29, 2026
Cost:$361.90
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
Arrived early. Nice and professional. Worked quickly and efficiently!
Read moreReviewed on: July 27, 2026
Cost:$410.14
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
Very efficient, professional, and friendly! Would recommend.
Read moreReviewed on: July 26, 2026
Cost:$361.90
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Truck
Service:Standard
They were excellent. Very friendly. Where here right on time. Worked quickly. Would definitely recommend.
Read moreReviewed on: July 25, 2026
Cost:$361.90
Helpers:2 / 2hr
Vehicle:Container
Service:Elite
Real Advice from Boston Movers
We asked local movers about what you should know about moving in Boston. (They’re really nice!)
Parking a truck or storage container may require a permit depending on where in Boston you are moving to/from. Most other towns in Massachusetts do not require these permits. It is always best to check your local municipality's instructions before the day of your move, as laws and rules may change!
The best place to get a U-Haul storage unit or to rent a truck in the Albany, NY is 2045 Central Ave. 12205. The people there are helpful, personable, and will go out of there way to make sure you have everything you need.
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Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Boston
You've got moving questions, we’ve got answers. Learn what to expect when moving in Boston.
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 Boston 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.
How Much Packing Supplies Do I Need? The Ultimate Moving Supplies List
If you have ever tried to guess how many boxes it takes to pack up your entire home, you are not alone. Most people discover they need far more than they expected, usually somewhere in the range of 60 to 100 boxes, plus tape, bubble wrap, markers, and a handful of other essentials. Once everything
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How to Store Furniture in a Storage Unit
If you’re putting your stuff in storage while you’re moving or renovating, knowing how to store furniture in a storage unit is a must. Even your sturdiest pieces can be vulnerable to things like moisture and pests — store them incorrectly, and you could end up with a moldy mattress or a warped table. Whether
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2025 Denver Moving Report
Moving to Denver has been a steady trend for years. Even though Colorado as a whole saw a net loss in 2025, Denver gained 237,197 new residents, which is almost 19% of the state’s total movement. You can explore the statewide trends in our 2025 Colorado Migration Report, which breaks down where people are moving
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How to Downsize Your Home: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide for Moving
If you’ve been wondering how to downsize your home, you’re not alone. With the average home equity around $250,000 for those aged 65 or older, it makes sense that retirees would want to tap into that value and reduce their monthly expenses. And even for those who aren’t retiring, a smaller home can simplify life
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How To Pack and Protect Your Books During a Move
If you’re among the 25% of Americans who own at least 100 books, you know how challenging it can be to decide how to pack books for moving. Your beloved volumes are vulnerable to moisture, and even a small collection can become surprisingly heavy. In general, the best way to pack books is to load
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Calculating Your Move-Out Cleaning Costs
If you’ve ever moved out of a home or apartment, you probably know how stressful cleaning can be when you’re already surrounded by boxes and deadlines. It’s no surprise that move-out cleanings are one of the most commonly booked cleaning services in the U.S., especially for renters hoping to get their deposits back. Most move-out
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