Hire Movers in Madison, KY

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Table of Contents

Browse Movers Vetted Movers

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Madison, KY

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Madison, KY

Resources for Your Move

Compare the Top 7 Vetted Movers in Madison, KY

  Vetted & Verified by HireAHelper

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How We Vet Every Mover

Every mover on HireAHelper clears the same core bar.

01 Owner Background Check Every business owner passes a background check before joining.
02 Verified Business & Payment Info W-9, business registration, and payment info — verified before day one.
03 Real Review History 10+ reviews and a 4-star rating on Yelp or Google before they can join.
04 Onboarding Review A one-on-one call with a HireAHelper Account Manager before they take their first booking.
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Browse Movers in Madison

Prefer to compare yourself? Below are top-rated movers serving your area.
7 vetted movers ready to help in Madison
4.8ā˜… average rating across local jobs
583+ verified customer reviews nearby

$125/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

All Hands In Moving LLC

4.9 198 verified reviews

Nicholasville, KY

692 moves with HireAHelper

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I have been in the moving industry 25+ years and can provide a stress free move as well as make sure all your … read more

$99/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Up And Coming Moving And Labor

4.8 186 verified reviews

Lexington, KY

774 moves with HireAHelper

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you rent the moving truck we will supply the manpower to get the job done as smooth as possible

$100/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

ThemBoysHaulingLLC

4.8 180 verified reviews

Lexington, KY

833 moves with HireAHelper

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Local & Long Distance Moves Across the US Established 2019!

$120/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Helping Hand Movers

4.8 89 verified reviews

Lexington, KY

294 moves with HireAHelper

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1.Friendly and Professional Service - Our courteous service is very important to us, which is why we remember … read more

$78/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

EXPRESS MOVING AND DELIVERY SERVICES

1 1 verified review

Lexington, KY

27 moves with HireAHelper

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Welcome,we appreciate your interest in our moving and delivery services. Customer satisfaction is our "number … read more

$95/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Fuse Movers and Relocations

4.5 552 verified reviews

Danville, KY

2,632 moves with HireAHelper

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Fuse Movers and relocations where your service is our #1 priority! If you are looking for a quality, stress fr… read more

$109/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Vincent Fister Inc.

0 0 verified reviews

Lexington, KY

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Vincent Fister is a family-owned moving and logistics company proudly serving customers since 1953. Based in L… read more
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The Traditional Move

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The Cost of Moving in Madison, KY

In Madison labor-only moving help typically costs between $347.10 and $757.28. 

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 $85.01 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
Madison, KY$474.00$1,199.20
Kentucky$474.00$1,199.20
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 $474.00 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Madison, KY, with an average hourly rate of $85.01. 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$347.102 movers2.1 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$399.532 movers2.3 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$466.282 movers2.6 hours
2 Bedroom House$458.473 movers2.5 hours
3 Bedroom House$534.063 movers2.7 hours
4 Bedroom House$640.734 movers3 hours
5 Bedroom House$757.284 movers3.8 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 Helpāœ…āœ…
Unloading Helpāœ…āœ…
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.

  

583 Madison Mover Reviews

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

Lydia S from Harrodsburg, KY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Greg, Brian, and Gerald are true professionals. Loading up the pod was quick, efficient, and they’ve maximized storage space in the pod. They are highly recommended.

Reviewed on: 3/27/2026
Geneva M from Richmond, KY
(4 out of 5 rating)
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They were finished in about an hour. I suggest that Hire A Helper offer a two hour service and only charge for 2 hours. Maybe add a fair rate for travel if it is over 30 miles. Having to pay for 4 hours when I knew it would only take about an hour means I won't be using your company again.

Reviewed on: 11/14/2025
Logan B from Berea, KY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Wonderful movers! Greg and his team were professional, friendly, and respectful of my items when helping my unload a storage pod. There were some things I didn’t pack effectively, which made their job a lot more difficult, but they were patient and found a solution. Would definitely hire them again.

Reviewed on: 7/3/2025
Amy C from Lexington, KY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The guys, Red, King & Ryan were wonderful to work with. Very friendly and helpful. They worked hard and helped get my house sorted quickly. On time, respectful of my belongings and knew what they were doing. I had a lot to go into a one car garage and they arranged all of the boxes so I could fit my car in there too! Super sweet and nice. My next move I am asking for them!

Reviewed on: 11/14/2025
Carol S from Berea, KY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Greg and Aubrey with All Hands In Moving LLC. were a welcome moving service that I greatly appreciated. They were professional, on time, and knowledgeable about their craft. I enjoyed chatting away the time with Aubrey as we found many topics of common interest and it made the time fly by. I recommend this business and would use it again.

Reviewed on: 10/12/2025
Jamie R from Lexington, KY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Would I hire them again? Absolutely an emphatic yes! They were on time, got to the task very quickly, they understood the panic one feels moving antiques and sentimental pieces, just truly outstanding! I'm planning on using them again this fall.

Reviewed on: 6/22/2025
Lydia S from Harrodsburg, KY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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We really appreciated all the professionalism, and hard work that Greg and his team gave us in Kentucky. Not only did they show up to get the job done, they were kind and friendly. Not to mention how well they pack into a Pod. I would recommend this team to anyone needing a good, honest hard working team.

Reviewed on: 4/8/2026
Benjamin B from Lexington, KY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Greg and Aubrey wer absolutely fantastic. Thorough professionals throughout the time, who were also very flexible and patient. I'd hire them again in a heartbeat and have already told two friends to do the same.

Reviewed on: 6/24/2025
Katelyn O from Lexington, KY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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I had a 26ft foot Uhaul with some heavy furniture. Jeff and Jordan were on time. Got that trailer empty and all of my son's stuff up 1 flight of stairs into his apartment within the 2 hours I hired them for. Amazing! I highly recommend. They were very easy to communicate with, were on time and didn't rest!!! Yay!! Thank-you!

Reviewed on: 10/8/2025
Steven H from Richmond, KY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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These guys are Professional with a capital P. They were prompt, quick to get the job done, and did everything perfectly as requested. I would not hesitate to hire them again.

Reviewed on: 8/11/2025
Holly K from Lexington, KY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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This team was SERVICE being a senior citizen they were prompt They came prepare. They did everything they were very Handled my property And would definitely use them again!

Reviewed on: 11/7/2025
Melodie S from Lexington, KY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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All Hands - the team and supervisor were punctual, efficient and personable. They completed the job well before their scheduled time. They were careful and receptive to any directions or questions. Very professional and I would easily recommend them as moving support!! Thank you!! Melodie

Reviewed on: 8/18/2025

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Madison

On average, most people in Madison 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 Madison are booked:

12.83 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 Madison

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

 

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 Madison 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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