Hire Movers in Ludlow, MA

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Browse Movers Vetted Movers

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Ludlow, MA

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Ludlow, MA

Resources for Your Move

Compare the Top 16 Vetted Movers in Ludlow, MA

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Browse Movers in Ludlow

Prefer to compare yourself? Below are top-rated movers serving your area.
16 vetted movers ready to help in Ludlow
4.9★ average rating across local jobs
2,879+ verified customer reviews nearby

$133/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Fast Movers

4.9 1,586 verified reviews

Suffield, CT

4,398 moves with HireAHelper

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Fast Movers is just that. We move Fast! Our number one priority is customer satisfaction. From loading and unl… read more

$140/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Heavy Foot Movers

5 1,727 verified reviews

Enfield, CT

3,657 moves with HireAHelper

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Heavy Foot Movers are professionals. We maintain a strict load procedure to secure, and utilize truck, (or pod… read more

$120/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Last Minute Movers

5 264 verified reviews

Springfield, MA

1,018 moves with HireAHelper

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Established in 2023, last minute movers are here throughout mass & CT covering a 130-mile radius. Fast and sec… read more

$285/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Good Guy Movers

4.9 454 verified reviews

Worcester, MA

1,571 moves with HireAHelper

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Our goal at Good Guys is to ensure that your move goes smoothly and as stress free as possible. Our customers … read more

$130/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Heavy Camp Movers

4.9 149 verified reviews

New Britain, CT

506 moves with HireAHelper

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We do it all when it comes to moving, with 16 yrs of moving experience!! We will treat your belongings like th… read more

$100/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

My Guys Moving Service

4.7 482 verified reviews

Hartford, CT

1,612 moves with HireAHelper

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My Guys Moving Service specializes in load and unloading furniture of all types. We have experience in moving … read more

$150/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Loyal Movers New England

5 24 verified reviews

Jefferson, MA

73 moves with HireAHelper

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Meet Loyal Movers New England, your trusted moving partner headquartered in Jefferson, Massachusetts. As a pro… read more

$165/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Cherry Wood movers

4.9 114 verified reviews

South Windsor, CT

370 moves with HireAHelper

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Cherry Wood Movers treat your belongings as if it was our own. We have all right equipment to get the job done… read more

$125/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Do it all movers

5 19 verified reviews

Hartford, CT

148 moves with HireAHelper

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Hello customer's. We have 18 years of professional moving help experience. We are here to make, your mover str… read more

$200/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Non stop movers

5 29 verified reviews

Worcester, MA

72 moves with HireAHelper

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Professional fully insured moving services I am the owner and operator When moving your home, leave the heavy … read more

$120/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

All Pro Movers

5 7 verified reviews

Springfield, MA

22 moves with HireAHelper

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We go above and beyond for our customers. customer satisfaction is everything to us.

$210/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Castle Express Moving

4.7 30 verified reviews

Enfield, CT

85 moves with HireAHelper

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Looking for the perfect mover? We love to take the stress out of your move by showing up on time having th… read more

$121/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Up and Running Movers

3.8 21 verified reviews

East Hartford, CT

100 moves with HireAHelper

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We can provide a team of professional and experienced laborers to handle your next move. Our goal is 100% cust… read more

$175/hr

After 2 movers 4 hr min

McGriff Trucking Moving and Storage

0 0 verified reviews

Ware, MA

19 moves with HireAHelper

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We are a family owned and operated local and long distance moving company. ?? Military, first responder and s… read more

$80/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Dahlke's Moving & Storage

0 0 verified reviews

Indian Orchard, MA

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makes moving simple, smooth, and stress-free. Whether you're relocating across town or starting fresh in a new… read more

$179/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

East coast Boston movers

0 0 verified reviews

Worcester, MA

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Just a company that provides the same feeling as calling your friends and family and asking them for help no w… read more
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The Cost of Moving in Ludlow, MA

In Ludlow labor-only moving help typically costs between $386.12 and $802.90. 

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 $80.72 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
Ludlow, MA$495.98$1,223.17
Massachusetts$495.98$1,223.17
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 $495.98 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Ludlow, MA, with an average hourly rate of $80.72. 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$386.122 movers2.2 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$444.452 movers2.4 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$518.702 movers2.7 hours
2 Bedroom House$486.082 movers2.6 hours
3 Bedroom House$566.232 movers2.7 hours
4 Bedroom House$679.323 movers3 hours
5 Bedroom House$802.903 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
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.

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.

  

2,879 Ludlow Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 331,402 verified customer reviews

Luke W from Springfield, MA
Reviewing: Fast Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Amazing crew! This is my second time hiring Ryan to help with a move. His team is always super friendly, careful with handling, efficient with loading, and did I mention friendly? Thanks again for a speedy move!

Reviewed on: 5/3/2026
Maria R from Enfield, CT
Reviewing: Fast Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Ryan and his helper did an amazing job, they arrived on time worked fast and efficient as well as knowledgeable on how to pack everything in our truck.

Reviewed on: 3/28/2026
Jovan D from Manchester, CT
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They were excellent and great. Move was completed was completed less than a hour and they even offered to help more. I definitely will be using them again

Reviewed on: 2/28/2026
Bruce G from Sandisfield, MA
Reviewing: Fast Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Fast Movers did an excellent job. The team was professional, quick, and very careful with all of my belongings. They arrived on time, worked efficiently, and handled everything with great care. The entire move was smooth and stress-free. I would definitely recommend Fast Movers to anyone looking for a reliable moving company.

Reviewed on: 4/11/2026
Kyle K from West Suffield, CT
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The movers were great!! Very impressed!! They arrived in the time window provided, were very courteous, professional and extremely efficient. I would use them again in heartbeat!

Reviewed on: 4/7/2026
Samantha K from Enfield, CT
Reviewing: Fast Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Best movers we've ever had! They were so fast and kind. They even helped set up our sleep number and couch. Ryan has been great coordinating with me since I've had to move the date of the move so often. I can't recommend Fast Movers enough!!!

Reviewed on: 3/26/2026
Mary Ann M from Worcester, MA
Reviewing: Fast Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Super. Great attitudes. Fast AND careful. You can trust them with your home's belongings. Grateful that I had this crew for the job; wish I'd had them at the other end, 500 miles away.

Reviewed on: 4/7/2026
Joe H from Shrewsbury, MA
Reviewing: Fast Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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This is our second time using Ryan, he is truly fast and hardworking. Ryan is professional, pleasant, and communicates well. Both times, he brought helpers who were also hardworking and pleasant. I would definitely recommend them.

Reviewed on: 4/16/2026
Carrie A from Ware, MA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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I will definitely recommend heavy foot movers and I will use them again myself. They were on time, very careful with my belongings and my property, they did a great job. Also 2 extremely nice guys, Joe and Brian.

Reviewed on: 3/14/2026
Kristy D from West Boylston, MA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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This is the second time we've used Full House Family Moving and couldn't be happier with their services! They are friendly, respectful, and thorough. I highly recommend them.

Reviewed on: 4/3/2026
Nancy L from Windham, CT
(5 out of 5 rating)
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A one helpers arrived on time. David and George were awsome. They were both hard working and very respectful to us and how they handled our furniture. I would hire them again in a heart beat. I will definitely refer our family and friends to them. If you are moving don't hesitate to use them.

Reviewed on: 2/14/2026
Kaylee M from West Simsbury, CT
Reviewing: Fast Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Arrived exactly on time. Moved unbelievably quickly and followed instructions perfectly. They also went above and beyond in many ways, including disassembling a table that wouldn't fit through a door, and then reassembling it on the other side. 100% recommend them!

Reviewed on: 4/14/2026
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Real Advice from Ludlow Movers

We asked local movers about what you should know about moving in Ludlow. (They’re really nice!)

"Luckily the Springfield, MA area is a pretty easy place to move in or out of. We don't have a lot of tight or narrow streets and parking isn't typically an issue. The one thing to take into consideration is if your driveway is on a hill and if a larger truck will be able to get up it. We also have a lot of lower cable and telephone lines across driveways and low tree branches so making sure a larger truck doesn't tear these down is important as well. "

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Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Ludlow

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

 

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 Ludlow 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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