Hire Movers in Portland, OR

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Top-Rated Move Help, In Your Local Area

Moving in or around Portland? HireAHelper makes it easy to book trusted, top-rated moving labor—just a few clicks and you're set. The best part? Hiring hourly movers to load or unload your truck or container is a smart way to save money and cut the stress out of moving.

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The Cost of Hiring Movers in Portland, OR

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Portland, OR

How Hiring Moving Labor Works with HireAHelper

Resources for Your Move

How HireAHelper Works

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Step 1: Share Your Details
Give us the most important details about your upcoming move—like your move date, home size, and any stairs or heavy items that might require extra help.
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Step 2: Find Your Match
We instantly match you with the best-value moving services based on what you need, using exclusive data from over 850,000 HireAHelper moves.
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Step 3: Select Your Movers
Hire your movers in just a few clicks. And if you need help, you can call or chat with us 7 days a week — before, during, or after your move.

The HireAHelper Advantage

The Traditional Move

Waste hours calling around and filling out forms—just to compare prices.
Navigate unreliable customer service and unclear expectations on your own.
Endure spam calls and endless follow-ups from vendors.
Expect to pay out of your own pocket if something goes wrong.
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Moving With HireAHelper

Compare confidently. See prices upfront and read verified reviews—no surprises, no games.
Book instantly. Book movers directly online, with no middlemen or unwanted spam.
Get real support. Friendly, helpful humans available 7 days a week.
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Compare the Top 17 Portland, OR Movers

For over 18 years, HireAHelper has partnered with top-rated moving companies to help thousands of people complete successful moves. Each mover on our platform is reviewed by real customers—so you can see exactly how they performed before you book. And with upfront pricing and no hidden fees, you always know what to expect.

$115/hr

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MoveMaker NorthWest

4.9 195 verified reviews

Portland, OR

611 moves with HireAHelper

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We are pros who care; about you, your belongings, home, moving experience, and each other! MoveMaker NorthWest… read more

$125/hr

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Five Star Movers

4.9 153 verified reviews

Portland, OR

594 moves with HireAHelper

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Welcome to Five Star Movers, where excellence is our signature. Our name represents the unparalleled level of … read more

$125/hr

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Oregon Trail Moving

4.9 328 verified reviews

Portland, OR

1,208 moves with HireAHelper

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Bring our 5-Star Excellence and Pioneer Spirit to your next move with Oregon’s Premier Labor Service! Expert… read more

$110/hr

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S.T.A.R. Moving

5 164 verified reviews

Portland, OR

369 moves with HireAHelper

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You Have Now Found a Friend in the Moving Business. We Genuinely Care, That is Most Evident First When We Arri… read more

$125/hr

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R.E.D.S. Moving Labor

4.9 374 verified reviews

Vancouver, WA

958 moves with HireAHelper

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Reliable, Experienced, Dependable, Service, That’s our guarantee. We are a LABOR ONLY company, you provide the… read more

$125/hr

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Man on the Move

4.9 161 verified reviews

Vancouver, WA

346 moves with HireAHelper

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We are a dedicated and experienced group of movers, we work quickly and safely to get the job done! Let us hel… read more

$130/hr

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Moove Moving Labors

5 25 verified reviews

Portland, OR

96 moves with HireAHelper

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Movers That Won’t Milk Your Pockets! Our dedication to customer service and professional labors plus low price… read more

$155/hr

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Portland Movers Company LLC

4.8 256 verified reviews

Portland, OR

1,118 moves with HireAHelper

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At Portland Movers Company llc, our priority is to provide an affordable and positive moving experience. We sp… read more

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Portland, OR

On average, it costs $336.63 to hire moving helpers in Portland, OR. Your actual price will depend on how long your move takes—but across Portland, the typical hourly rate for moving labor is around $80.30.

These average costs reflect “labor-only” moves—where you hire movers to load or unload your rental truck, shipping container (like a PODS container), or storage unit. It’s one of the most cost-effective ways to move and is often far more affordable than hiring a full-service moving company—more on that below.

The Cost of Full-Service Moving

The average cost of a local full-service move in Portland, OR is $1,024.61, with an average hourly rate of $132.46. Full-service moves do cost more, but they come with serious convenience—you won’t need to rent a truck, drive it, or coordinate a shipping container.

Prefer the all-in-one, hands-off experience? Full-service might be your move. Here’s how it compares to labor-only options.

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3,915 Portland Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 308,692 verified customer reviews

Simon T from Portland, OR
(5 out of 5 rating)
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These guys did an amazing job and I highly recommend them! They took great care of our belongings on both the move out and move in. The crew was fast, efficient, and diligent. Our crosstown move went smoothly. In fact, I will be recommending them to my daughter when she moves.

Reviewed on: 4/27/2025
Camille B from Portland, OR
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The two gentlemen showed up on time. They moved everything promptly and got the job done much quicker than I had planned. I had one piece I was concerned about getting damaged and they wrapped it and handled it with TLC. Highly recommend these guys!!!

Reviewed on: 6/23/2025
Yvonne G from Ridgefield, WA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Excellent service! It's always great to have a veteran owned company servicing the community I would definitely recommend them again I can't say how excellent they were and how carefully everything was packed and loaded and unloaded at my new location.

Reviewed on: 5/21/2025
Anna H from Portland, OR
Reviewing: J & M Moving
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Our experience was great! We had help loading a 28 foot trailer. They were able to set up the ramp and came prepared with plastic wrap. They worked hard and finished early. They were respectful of our house and belongings. We would definitely use them again.

Reviewed on: 6/25/2025
James K from Camas, WA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Great team, arrived on time, got straight to work, finished early and refunded the time unused. Could not ask for more. I will use them again, you should too.

Reviewed on: 6/13/2025
Karima S from Beaverton, OR
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Great experience with Hunter and Jacob from start to finish, they were professional, efficient, and friendly. They arrived right on time, handled all my belongings with care, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone! Thank you.

Reviewed on: 6/20/2025
Evelyn E from Forest Grove, OR
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They were fantastic! Somehow they made everything fit into my pod. Jonathan and Dylan were so sweet and worked fast and accurately. I would definitely recommend five star movers again they were great. Thanks Evelyn

Reviewed on: 5/31/2025
Frank E from Sandy, OR
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Both helpers were friendly and nice people to work with. They did very professional work and they were careful in handling belongings. I would want these 2 helpers if I ever needed moving labor help in the future.

Reviewed on: 7/8/2025
Ray C from Beaverton, OR
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The guys were both professional and very competent. They showed up on time they worked hard the entire time they were here, and they were polite and respectful at all times. I would definitely use them again. Ray Cutler

Reviewed on: 5/31/2025
Alice W from Battle Ground, WA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Ronnie and LA did an awesome job! I'm 63 and was exhausted from the week I had spent packing and loading, so I sat, pointed, and instructed --- they did all the rest. It really, really was "stress free"! If I have to move again (and, hopefully, I won't!), I will be giving them a call. Thanks guys!

Reviewed on: 7/3/2025
Stephen W from Portland, OR
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The 2 gentlemen that you sent to my residence today. We're outstanding. Not only were they careful with all my household goods, they stopped to ask questions. Make sure everything was done as I requested. And I want to thank them, and I want to thank you for sending me to very nice guys. Appreciate that thank you

Reviewed on: 5/6/2025
Gregory G from Vancouver, WA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Excellent crew, very attentive and meticulous, not to break anything, which they did not! The crew was also very friendly I would recommend it very highly

Reviewed on: 6/26/2025

How Hiring Moving Labor Works with HireAHelper

HireAHelper offers a smarter way to get help with your move: labor-only moving. You rent the truck or container, and we connect you with vetted, professional movers to do the heavy lifting. Labor-only moving is a smart way to save money, and it’s incredibly flexible. You stay in control of your move without doing it all yourself. Here are just a few things your movers can help with:

  • Loading or unloading your shipping container or moving truck
  • Moving heavy furniture
  • Packing help
  • Moving into or out of a storage unit

Prefer to skip the driving—or don’t have a container? No problem. Our platform also features full-service moving companies that handle all the details for you, including transportation, loading, and unloading.

Did you know? More than 1 out of 3 HireAHelper customers who select our labor-only moving service use the help to load or unload their PODS container.
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Real Advice from Portland Movers

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

"It rains alot in Oregon, so look for a company with good house prep and techniques to keep your belongings and home dry and clean."

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"Parking permits are required in downtown Portland. I-405 downtown Portland literally loops all the way around downtown, so you can take North, South, East or Westbound in any direction. Don't panic if you miss your exit."

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"Consider minimizing the amount of loose items (e.g., fans, trash cans, lamps, etc.) If everything is boxed and ready to go, your move time will will be quicker, as opposed to having miscellaneous items that are difficult to pack in a moving truck. Consider transporting some of these items in your personal vehicle, if possible."

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"Portland and the surrounding areas are unique and beautiful, but busy. Keep traffic in mind, whether you're getting your belongings unloaded or we're loading them up to leave town."

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"In Portland, we recommend the U-Haul on 88th and Foster for all of your truck rental needs."

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"Portland's street offers a lot of hustle and bustle, so be prepared for our movers to act fast when loading and unloading your truck while it's parked in a metered curbside spot. If you happen to move just on the outside of Downtown Portland, be aware of tight streets lined with vehicles, bicycle corrals, and even some of Portland's famous food carts."

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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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