Hire Movers in Madison, WI
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Compare the Top 8 Vetted Movers in Madison, WI
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$99/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minBy Any Means Moving Labor Service
Janesville, WI
722 moves with HireAHelper
$115/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minAl's Moving & Labor Service
Sun Prairie, WI
255 moves with HireAHelper
$75/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minHere2there trucking
Madison, WI
262 moves with HireAHelper
$137/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minYoung Hitters Inc
$188/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minCook's One and Done
Columbus, WI
120 moves with HireAHelper
$200/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minMatts Movers
Madison, WI
11 moves with HireAHelper
$125/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minAmerican Valor Moving Company LLC
Beaver Dam, WI
$150/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minEric's moving and delivery service
Sun Prairie, WI
208 moves with HireAHelper
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The Cost of Moving in Madison, WI
In Madison labor-only moving help typically costs between $364.90 and $835.05.
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 $89.11 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 convenientâbut 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Madison, WI | $459.27 | $1,263.71 |
| Wisconsin | $514.13 | $1,263.71 |
| The United States | $451.87 | $1,167.76 |
Labor-Only Moving Costs by Move Size
As mentioned above, it costs $459.27 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Madison, WI, with an average hourly rate of $89.11. 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 | $364.90 | 2 movers | 2.2 hours |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | $420.02 | 2 movers | 2.3 hours |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment | $490.20 | 2 movers | 2.7 hours |
| 2 Bedroom House | $505.54 | 3 movers | 2.6 hours |
| 3 Bedroom House | $588.90 | 3 movers | 2.8 hours |
| 4 Bedroom House | $706.52 | 4 movers | 3.1 hours |
| 5 Bedroom House | $835.05 | 4 movers | 4 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 Moving | Labor-Only Moving | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $$$ | $ |
| Moving Truck | Included | You Provide |
| Loading Help | â | â |
| Unloading Help | â | â |
| Packing | Add-on | Add-on |
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.
706 Madison Mover Reviews
On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 336,117 verified customer reviews
Very service focused right from the start. Always looking to do not just a good job but an excellent job. Really nice guys too. Definitely will rehire them!!
We were very happy Freight Angels. AJ and his partner were on time, helpful, courteous. They worked hard and were willing to do whatever it took to get the job done. They made a truck full of furniture and boxes disappear in a couple of hours. Thank you-we will call again.
Melvin and his helper were excellent. They showed up on time with everything they needed to pack up the house. They were kind, courteous and efficient. They worked carefully and quickly. I would definitely recommend them.
Excellent moving labor help! The guys showed up right on time and did a fast and efficient job of packing the truck. I would definitely recommend them, and would use them again.
Freight Angels was on time, professional, and moved fast. They were well prepared for the job and worked very hard. The didn't damage any of my belonging or the house we were moving into. I would hire them again in a heartbeat and I will recommend them to everyone in my area. Seriously, these guys are the best.
Zach's Moving did a great job. They were on time, polite, hard working and very careful - which was especially appreciated since we have all new doors and woodwork. I'd hire them again without hesitation.
They arrived on time. They had everything they needed. They worked very hard and I would definitely use them again. Very knowledgeable on how to maneuver the furniture to fit in the elevator.
All four movers arrived promptly. They were all very professional, worked hard, carefully wrapped and securely loaded the furniture. All pieces arrived at the destination in great condition and secure in the position loaded. The movers were knowledgeable. Yes, I would definitely use them again.
Edward and Derrick were totally awesome. Moving is a very stressful time and they WOWED me:) They unloaded my truck in world record time and were very personable and treated my household as their own! I only wished I knew bout them sooner-they would have saved myself and girlfriend a ton of headache! Rock on you two, you were totally awesome!
It's Zack and Pete were fantastic and got the job done in less than an hour that I thought would take them 2. I decided to let them get paid for the second hour as their tip because they were just so great. I would hire them again in a heartbeat! Thank you!
Al and his crew were AMAZING! Didn’t even think twice with the rating—-5 star all the way! They arrived on time, had all the supplies needed, were very courteous, fast and they took great care of all of our stuff! They made “moving day” easier than we would have ever thought and we would DEFINITELY recommend them!
We were so impressed by our movers!! We thought we had too much stuff to fit in our container, but they managed to fit everything! They were very professional and worked incredibly quickly. Highly recommend!!!
Real Advice from Madison Movers
"The U-Haul on Madison's west side has the best service in town. They seem to always have a large supply of 10 ft. and 15 ft. trucks available. "
- Swiflee LLC
"In downtown Madison, you can get parking permits for a reasonable price in order to ensure ample parking for move day!"
- Busy B's Moving
Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Madison
You've got moving questions, weâve 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 canât 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 clicksâeven 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. HireAHelperâs platform lets you compare rates for different movers, so you can be sure youâre getting a good deal. Found a better price for the same service? Weâll match it. That means you donât pay extra to use HireAHelperâin 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 SmartProtectionâ˘âan 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 moverâs 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 haveâmake 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.
