Hire Movers in Portage, WI
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Compare the Top 6 Vetted Movers in Portage, WI
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$115/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minAl's Moving & Labor Service
Sun Prairie, WI
256 moves with HireAHelper
$75/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minHere2there trucking
Madison, WI
264 moves with HireAHelper
$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 Portage, WI
In Portage 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 $82.16 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 convenientābut 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Portage, WI | $514.13 | $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 $514.13 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Portage, WI, with an average hourly rate of $82.16. 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 | 2.6 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 | ā | ā |
| Unloading Help | ā | ā |
| 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.
624 Portage Mover Reviews
On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 337,014 verified customer reviews
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!!!
Albert and Team were great. They called when I first booked to confirm my needs and called the day before to make sure we were all set. The team was friendly and efficient and got the job done on time. Will be recommending them to friends.
On time, courteous, packed the truck very well — very well balanced, helped disassemble some furniture that they didn’t have to. Went above and beyond. Would happily hire again.
Great service, on-time ..Quick, hard working, prompt , energetic and enthusiastic despite record heat and humidity. Michael and Mason were a superb team. Highly recommended.
Freight Angels showed up on time, were fully prepared for the job, worked fast and efficiently, carefully packed everything to save maximum space. Due to their packing genius, I did not need a second container. Thanks Dudes !
Zach and Matt went above and beyond. Not only did they get my things into my new place quickly, but they set everything up too. Strongly recommend them.
AJ and Justin filled four Uboxes for us and it was packed carefully and efficiently! Would highly recommend this company:) We have numerouse odd shaped antiques and way too many boxes. Couldn't believe they got it to fit!
Thanks guys! We couldn't have done it without you. After a two day drive we were exhausted. It was a pleasure to have efficient, fast, and pleasant help unloading our truck! We appreciate having reliable help. I would definitely recommend hiring them!
Super job by Wayne and Andrew! Kept us appraised of when they'd be arriving and finished the job before the 2 hours were up. Were able to efficiently pack our POD and got all our stuff in. (Hadn't thought it would be possible!) Highly recommend!
They arrived on time and did their absolute best to fit everything in our truck. It was our fault that the truck was too small, they tried to Tetris everything they could. Eric was very friendly. His helper seemed not to be too thrilled to be along, but seemed to do an ok job. They were very efficient, time wise. Would recommend!
Patrick and Jake were absolutely FANTASTIC. They were on time as per their phone call with the approximate time. They went right to work. Worked hard and diligently with complete care for our belongings to get everything packed in the POD we had ordered. If whomever we hire in Florida to unpack are half as good as these two were then they too will be excellent. Very HIGHLY recommended.
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!
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Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Portage
You've got moving questions, weāve got answers. Learn what to expect when moving in Portage.
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 canāt 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 clicksāeven 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. HireAHelperās platform lets you compare rates for different movers, so you can be sure youāre getting a good deal. Found a better price for the same service? Weāll match it. That means you donāt pay extra to use HireAHelperāin fact, you may save money.
All Portage 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 SmartProtectionā¢āan 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 moverās 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 haveāmake 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.
