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Table of Contents

Browse Movers Vetted Movers

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Nelson, VA

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Nelson, VA

Resources for Your Move

Compare the Top 44 Vetted Movers in Nelson, VA

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Browse Movers in Nelson

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

$90/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Full Faith Movers

5 948 verified reviews

Cary, NC

1,904 moves with HireAHelper

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We work hard because you already have. Common sense, common decency, the utmost respect, and a work with a str… read more

$90/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Tip Top Movers

4.9 529 verified reviews

Durham, NC

1,714 moves with HireAHelper

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At Tip Top Movers, we take the stress out of moving. Whether you're relocating your home, office, or apartment… read more

$100/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Smart Move, LLC

4.8 5,005 verified reviews

Raleigh, NC

19,845 moves with HireAHelper

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Smart Move Moving & Storage has over 30,000 moves completed! 2018 HireAHelper Dream Team Award. Nationally s… read more

$115/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

On the Go Moving LLC.

4.7 330 verified reviews

Chesterfield, VA

948 moves with HireAHelper

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As one of the Mid-Atlantic regions best family owned moving companies, we understand the value of great custom… read more

$90/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

We Haul Movers

4.9 633 verified reviews

Raleigh, NC

1,847 moves with HireAHelper

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*Arwarded Top 3 Moving Labor Companies for the past 5 years!* We are a locally owned/operated moving company… read more

$135/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Second's Movers

4.8 519 verified reviews

Stantonsburg, NC

1,932 moves with HireAHelper

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We are family owned and operated with over 10 years experience in the moving business. We provide professional… read more

$140/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Key Movers LLC

4.9 353 verified reviews

Greensboro, NC

781 moves with HireAHelper

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Key Movers focus is to keep our customers 100% satisfied. We pack wrap and load/unload. Dedicated to accomplis… read more

$150/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Affordable Moving

4.9 623 verified reviews

Spring Lake, NC

1,963 moves with HireAHelper

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Why Choose Us? Because we get the job done right! Let our company focus on moving your belongings so you can f… read more

$160/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

CARTER MOVING AND HOME IMPROVEMENT

4.9 199 verified reviews

Lynchburg, VA

893 moves with HireAHelper

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We are here to make your move as easy as possible, providing professional movers with outstanding quality to e… read more

$130/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Guzman Moving & Storage

5 81 verified reviews

Cary, NC

302 moves with HireAHelper

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We are a company who stands on principles of safe reliable moving. Most of our movers are young strong college… read more

$80/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Capital Movers

4.9 78 verified reviews

Raleigh, NC

329 moves with HireAHelper

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Experience a stress-free move. Each Capital Mover goes through 6 month training program. Capital Movers is rea… read more

$150/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Lets Move

4.9 61 verified reviews

Kernersville, NC

333 moves with HireAHelper

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Lets Move is a professional moving company with an experienced crew offering a fast and friendly service. Noth… read more

$110/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Rent The Help

4.9 96 verified reviews

Richmond, VA

526 moves with HireAHelper

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Moving can be exhausting and relying on friends/family is not always the most reliable solution. That is why w… read more

$125/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

On The Go Moving

4.8 87 verified reviews

Greensboro, NC

304 moves with HireAHelper

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We enjoy what we do 1st and foremost, and we pride ourselves in giving you the proper help you need to make yo… read more

$125/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

All A-list movers

4.7 178 verified reviews

Raleigh, NC

496 moves with HireAHelper

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Establish since 2015 All A-list movers provide professional and quality service at affordable rates Our goal i… read more

$140/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Nichols Moving Pros

5 7 verified reviews

Roanoke, VA

37 moves with HireAHelper

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At Nichols Moving Pros, we take the stress out of moving. Whether it’s your home or business, our team ensures… read more

$100/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Precise Carriers

4.6 85 verified reviews

Henrico, VA

352 moves with HireAHelper

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The best movers in Virginia!!! With over 1500 completed moves we are experienced, honest, and hardworking move… read more

$95/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Elevate Moving

5 6 verified reviews

Cary, NC

10 moves with HireAHelper

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Elevate Moving is a 5-star moving company established in 2021. We go above and beyond to make sure our custome… read more

$240/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

On The Fly Moving Guys, LLC

4.7 34 verified reviews

Henrico, VA

251 moves with HireAHelper

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Licensed & Insured. Our movers are highly experienced, skilled, and energetic. *We proudly provide use of dol… read more

$155/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Real Deal Moving Systems

4.8 106 verified reviews

Cary, NC

356 moves with HireAHelper

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Been moving families around the USA for the past 7 years we strive to make a big task stress free with our exp… read more

$87/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Last Second Moving

4.5 15 verified reviews

Raleigh, NC

73 moves with HireAHelper

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We are a moving company providing labor only and are willing to take jobs on of all sizes. Hard working, dedic… read more

$165/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

CJ Moving Service LLC

5 5 verified reviews

Durham, NC

50 moves with HireAHelper

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CJ Moving Services LLC is locally owned and known as best movers in Durham NC. We have over 15 years experienc… read more

$127/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

1st priority movers LLC

4.8 4 verified reviews

Halifax, NC

33 moves with HireAHelper

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1st priority movers LLC provide safe and quality service since March 2019 at a affordable price. We offer load… read more

$160/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

M&M Moving Services, LLC

4.6 451 verified reviews

Richmond, VA

1,602 moves with HireAHelper

M&M Moving Services, LLC Profile Image
Full service nationwide moving company with over 35,000 jobs completed.

$175/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

LL's Local & Long Distance Moving LLC

5 2 verified reviews

Battleboro, NC

9 moves with HireAHelper

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Been in the Furniture Moving Business over 25 years helping people transition all across the country, and woul… read more

$185/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving - Greenville, NC

5 1 verified review

Greenville, NC

9 moves with HireAHelper

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Established in 2022

$175/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Value Providers Moving

0 0 verified reviews

Roanoke, VA

2 moves with HireAHelper

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Established in 2022. We make your moving transition smooth. We are reliable and trustworthy. Your satisfaction… read more

$95/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Economy Moving

5 8 verified reviews

Raleigh, NC

20 moves with HireAHelper

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Established in 2010

$195/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

All In Movers

0 0 verified reviews

Winston Salem, NC

1 move with HireAHelper

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The last moving company you'll ever call! All In Movers is a household business with a proud five-star rating … read more

$120/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Rich Sity Hauling

0 0 verified reviews

Richmond, VA

8 moves with HireAHelper

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Professional Mover

$90/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

MCR Movers LLC

4 23 verified reviews

Richmond, VA

67 moves with HireAHelper

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Revamped Independent vendor that based out of Richmond, VA . Service throughout VA/MD/NC. Experience and provi… read more

$80/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

White Gloves Moving

4.8 128 verified reviews

Roanoke, VA

519 moves with HireAHelper

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White Gloves Moving is filled with elite, fast an efficient movers we aim to please our customers and handle t… read more

$95/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Fuse Movers and Relocations

4.5 550 verified reviews

Richmond, VA

2,630 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

$95/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Joyful Movers

0 0 verified reviews

Cary, NC

8 moves with HireAHelper

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Commercial/household good moving company based in NC

$90/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

ALLSAFE MOVING, LLC

4.8 161 verified reviews

Lynchburg, VA

612 moves with HireAHelper

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Welcome! At AllSafe Moving we offer Loading and Unloading help. @ . AllSafemovingllc, Where it's all about YOU… read more

$163/hr

After 2 movers 3 hr min

Family Movers Express

4.3 12 verified reviews

Raleigh, NC

85 moves with HireAHelper

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30+ years in business. BLANKETS, DOLLIES, STRAPS, TOOLS INCLUDED ON EVERY MOVE LICENSED AND INSURED, NCUC C-2… read more

$163/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Philly's Finest Movers & Storage

4.8 326 verified reviews

Greensboro, NC

1,646 moves with HireAHelper

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The Immaculate Movers Professional Moving Labor Services ? Fast • Reliable • Fully Equipped ?? No Job Too Smal… read more

$99/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Dillards Moving & Transport, LLC

4.5 46 verified reviews

Burlington, NC

366 moves with HireAHelper

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With over 20 years of industry experience, we take pride in providing quality customer service at an affordabl… read more

$120/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

UniMovers

4.8 10 verified reviews

Raleigh, NC

75 moves with HireAHelper

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UniMovers is a one-of-a-kind local, labor-only Cedar Rapids moving company operated completely by college stud… read more

$120/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Adaya Moving LLC

0 0 verified reviews

Chesterfield, VA

3 moves with HireAHelper

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Adaya Moving Company. We are a veteran-owned company, proudly affiliated with the Better Business Bureau (BBB)… read more

$99/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Alamance Moving

0 0 verified reviews

Burlington, NC

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Full Service Local and Long-Distance Moving Company operating within the State of North Carolina. We are the l… read more

$150/hr

After 2 movers 3 hr min

Mainstream Movers

0 0 verified reviews

Cary, NC

3 moves with HireAHelper

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Mainstream Movers is reliable, /we provide honest pricing over the phone or home est., move is handled with ca… read more

$120/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Zmoving Specialists llc.

0 0 verified reviews

Midlothian, VA

1 move with HireAHelper

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Premium, the most reliable, moving helpers in all of Virginia. We will go over and beyond to make sure that yo… read more

$80/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Irongate Movers LLC

4.5 135 verified reviews

Apex, NC

805 moves with HireAHelper

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Irongate Movers offers a simple and stress-free moving experience, treating you like family. Our family-owned … read more
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The Cost of Moving in Nelson, VA

In Nelson labor-only moving help typically costs between $317.76 and $704.36. 

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 $83.58 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-OnlyLocal-Full Service
Nelson, VA$426.39$1,099.54
Virginia$426.39$1,099.54
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 $426.39 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Nelson, VA, with an average hourly rate of $83.58. 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$317.762 movers2 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$365.762 movers2.2 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$426.872 movers2.5 hours
2 Bedroom House$426.432 movers2.4 hours
3 Bedroom House$496.742 movers2.5 hours
4 Bedroom House$595.953 movers2.8 hours
5 Bedroom House$704.363 movers3.6 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.

  

304 Nelson Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 331,294 verified customer reviews

Kelly P from Blairs, VA
(5 out of 5 rating)
White Gloves Moving Profile Image

The gentlemen did a wonderful job! They were super professional and packed the truck so nice and near and even worked in the rain! Highly recommend them!

Reviewed on: 7/29/2025
Luis R from Durham, NC
Reviewing: Tip Top Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
Tip Top Movers Profile Image

The movers did a very good job and were very accommodating with the moving needs. The expertly fitted all my stuff in the container. Very friendly and courteous.

Reviewed on: 2/9/2026
Michele I from Durham, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
On The Go Moving Profile Image

Marques and team were phenomenal! Can’t thank these three hard-working, talented, kind, and knowledgeable gentlemen enough. We weren’t sure we could get everything we wanted into the Pod, but they knew what to do to get the best possible fit. Would happily use again and highly recommend On The Go Moving.

Reviewed on: 12/13/2022
Byron B from Durham, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
Intuit Moving and Labor LLC Profile Image

These guys were fantastic! We could not have been happier with their work and record mend them wholeheartedly. Wish we knew their names so we could give them the shout out they are due!

Reviewed on: 4/18/2021
Robert C from Henderson, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
Triangle Labor Services Profile Image

I hired Triangle Labor Services to help an elderly relative living in North Carolina. This is the comment my relative told me to pass on: "The two men from Triangle Labor Services were very helpful. They arrived on time and worked for a solid 2 hours. They were polite and had useful suggestions. Overall, they removed a lot of anxiety from the move. I would highly recommend them."

Reviewed on: 8/25/2015
Angel G from Butner, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
Affordable Moving Profile Image

The three young men that showed up to my home, absolutely priceless. I couldn’t ask for a better moving company to supply me with these three young men , Braden, Michael, Rodney absolutely phenomenal a 10 out of 10 this should be the RBM Moving company. ??????????

Reviewed on: 6/7/2024
David R from Franklinton, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
Intuit Moving and Labor LLC Profile Image

They show an hour after because some mechanic issues, something understandable but This guys did an excellent job, very respectful with the property, hard working, prepared and organized, I highly recommend them.

Reviewed on: 9/10/2020
Rj W from Durham, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
Full Faith Movers Profile Image

Excellent service and help in my move. We had a complicated situation with multiple moves and they followed directions to a T and got all the right things in the truck. At the end they followed up and doubled checked to make sure everything was good. Would use them again for sure!

Reviewed on: 8/9/2022
Leeanne S from Durham, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
Full Faith Movers Profile Image

Kenny and CJ were on time, professional, efficient, and did a great job packing our pods - I still don't know how they fit it all in! The pods were then shipped several states away, and when we unloaded everything there were only a couple items that had some minor damage from being jostled around during transit. Very pleased overall with the job they did for us! The best money we ever spent.

Reviewed on: 4/4/2023
Brooklyn G from Durham, NC
Reviewing: Tip Top Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
Tip Top Movers Profile Image

They did an incredible job packing up a trailer with all of my things and took extra care with fragile items. They worked quickly and efficiently! I would HIGHLY recommend them!!

Reviewed on: 1/4/2025
Charles B from Durham, NC
Reviewing: Hands 2 Hands
(5 out of 5 rating)
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These two men from Hands 2 Hands were courteous and hard working.Our unloading had some challenges but they met them without complaints and with efficiency!

Reviewed on: 6/22/2024
Robert G from Durham, NC
(5 out of 5 rating)
Smart Move, LLC Profile Image

SmartMove sent us two helpers to load up our 26-ft moving truck. They were very polite, worked fast, and did a great job sorting and organizing. They even carefully strapped down our load, since they were able to fit everything in the truck with room to spare! We would definitely use them again.

Reviewed on: 4/25/2022

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Nelson

On average, most people in Nelson need:

2 Movers

Read more about hiring the right number of movers.

The most popular truck size is a:

17' Truck

Read our guide to choosing the right rental truck for your move.

On average, movers in Nelson are booked:

14.59 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 Nelson

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

 

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 Nelson 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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