Hire Movers in Salt Lake, UT
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Top-Rated Hourly Moving Help, In Your Local Area
With HireAHelper, you can read reviews, compare movers, research moving costs in Salt Lake, and get tips for a smoother move—all in one place. Discover how hiring moving labor through HireAHelper can help you save up to 50% vs. a traditional move.
Table of ContentsLabor-Only vs. The Traditional Move The Cost of Hiring Movers in Salt Lake, UT |
How Booking With HireAHelper Works
Give us the key details about your upcoming move—like your move date, home size, and any stairs or heavy items that might require extra help.
We instantly match you with the best-value moving companies near you, using proprietary data from over 850,000 HireAHelper moves.
Review your moving quote and 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 Moving Advantage
The Traditional Move
Moving With HireAHelper
Compare the Top 10 Salt Lake, UT Movers
For over 18 years, HireAHelper has partnered with top-rated moving companies to help tens of thousands of people complete successful moves. With real customer reviews, free estimates, upfront pricing, and no hidden fees, you always know what to expect before you book.
$110/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minBig Boy Movers - Utah
Lehi, UT
2,796 moves with HireAHelper
$110/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minHall-a-Way Moving
Riverton, UT
172 moves with HireAHelper
$130/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minAnywhere Movers
North Salt Lake, UT
139 moves with HireAHelper
$175/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minA1 Moving Specialists
Salt Lake City, UT
205 moves with HireAHelper
$110/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minHappy Rapids Moving
Eagle Mountain, UT
20 moves with HireAHelper
$80/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minFast Movers Moving
Lehi, UT
1 move with HireAHelper
$95/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minFuse Movers and Relocations
Salt Lake City, UT
2,508 moves with HireAHelper
$140/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minThe Movers 123 LLC
Salt Lake City, UT
1 move with HireAHelper
Labor-Only vs. The Traditional Move
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 movers to load or unload your stuff.
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 | ✅ | ✅ |
| Unloading Help | ✅ | ✅ |
| Packing | Add-on | Add-on |
The Cost of Moving in Salt Lake, UT
In Salt Lake labor-only moving help typically costs between $330.98 and $730.63.
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 $93.20 an hour.
HireAHelper’s Best Price Guarantee Find a lower price for the same move? We’ll match it—because making your move easier and more affordable in Salt Lake is what we’re here for. |
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.
| Labor-Only | Local-Full Service | |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake, UT | $409.79 | $1,174.43 |
| Utah | $450.26 | $1,174.43 |
| The United States | $451.87 | $1,167.76 |
Labor-Only Moving Costs by Move Size
As mentioned above, it costs $409.79 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Salt Lake, UT, with an average hourly rate of $93.20. 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 | $330.98 | 2 movers | 2.2 hours |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | $382.60 | 2 movers | 2.4 hours |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment | $442.60 | 2 movers | 2.8 hours |
| 2 Bedroom House | $414.69 | 2 movers | 2.1 hours |
| 3 Bedroom House | $484.81 | 2 movers | 2.3 hours |
| 4 Bedroom House | $584.14 | 3 movers | 2.5 hours |
| 5 Bedroom House | $730.63 | 3 movers | 3.2 hours |
1,540 Salt Lake Mover Reviews
On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 318,712 verified customer reviews
Highly recommended!! The team that moved me was just amazing!! Andrew and Dylan were so helpful and so respectful! I had rented a U-Haul that was way too small thanks to U-Haul’s bad guidance. This team moved heaven and earth to do the 2 trips that it took to get all my belongings situated. I am so so grateful to them all.
They were on time, hard working, very respectful and friendly, and all around did a fantastic job. They got a 16 foot pod completely unpacked in just under two hours, and that's with my condo being on the second floor and having to move washer and dryer and all! Very pleased with the service!
Amazing movers! They arrived on time, worked quickly, and handled everything with great care, including heavy and fragile items. (E.g. A huge heavy 16 ft bespoke wooden table) Friendly, efficient, and respectful throughout the move. Even in 85 degree heat they got it all done in two hours. Highly recommend this team if you want stress-free, top-notch service. Would absolutely hire again.
All the guys were super friendly and made my move a breeze. I would recommend them for any of your moving needs. They even were able to take my piano down a flight of stairs. They also packed my pod so that everything fit like a Tetris game.
They arrived on time. They were professional, considerate, and accommodating. They worked at a quick pace, but were careful with my belongings. I would definitely hire them again!
The two men that came to help pack our U-Haul were extremely nice. They were on time, listened to what we wanted, very respectful, very fast, and prepared for the job. I would definitely use this company again! Thank you for the help!
Got a call one day ahead to ask about the move and confirm we had everything we needed. Everyone showed up right on time and our move was completed in thirty minutes! Wow. Packed so well. Nothing broke or was damaged on an 800 mile drive in our Uhaul. Highly recommend.
This is the first time I hired movers, but I can give Parker and Rich an A plus. They introduced themselves, was polite and did a great job in a short time.
Sawyer and Tillman were wonderful. They were on time, and worked very hard to get everything settled for me. Very kind and professional. I may need them again once we get settled. Would personally hire them again in a minute! Thank you, Cyndi Johnson
Andrew & Travis did a phenomenal job getting everything where it needed to be and providing advice on where to pull hinges and get doors out of the way for two GIANT refrigerators! They were worth every single penny... plus a Big Gulp!
Parker and Dom were professional and inventive. We had a tall bookshelf that required some creativity to get it in our condo. They were on time, cordial, and professional.
The packing team was aces. I saved the review until the pod arrived just to note how brilliantly they did to get things set up safely and intact in one piece. That said, major feedback- one mover brought his own dolly, and you provide these folks with not even basic tools. Consider even equipping them with basic rudimentary items that need not be fancy and they can move literal mountains!
Real Advice from Salt Lake Movers
"A lot of locations in the metro area have many stairs, which can greatly impact how long a load or unload takes. Keep this in mind and add around 1-2 hours to your job if this applies."
- College Movers
Why Book Your Salt Lake Move with HireAHelper?
Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Salt Lake
You've got moving questions — we’ve got answers. Learn what to expect when moving in Salt Lake.
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 Salt Lake 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 for 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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Help Your Pet Adjust to a New Home: Moving Tips for Dog and Cat Parents
