Hire Movers in San Diego, CA
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Top-Rated Hourly Moving Help, In Your Local Area
With HireAHelper, you can read reviews, compare movers, and research moving costs in San Diego—all in one place. When you hire moving labor through us, we act as your advocate, stepping in if something goes wrong. If your mover cancels, we help you rebook fast. No extra legwork needed.
Table of ContentsThe Cost of Hiring Movers in San Diego, CA |
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 18 San Diego, CA Movers
For over 18 years, HireAHelper has partnered with top-rated moving companies to help over 1 million 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.
$160/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minSitter's Movers
Escondido, CA
1,898 moves with HireAHelper
$216/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minMach 1 Moving
San Diego, CA
2,475 moves with HireAHelper
$160/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minSd247movers
Chula Vista, CA
804 moves with HireAHelper
$50/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minAh moving
El Cajon, CA
1,253 moves with HireAHelper
$145/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minSpeed Loaders
Oceanside, CA
2,559 moves with HireAHelper
$111/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minSerg’s moving llc
Chula Vista, CA
88 moves with HireAHelper
$149/hr
After 2 movers 3 hr minJFK Moving Company
Escondido, CA
1,103 moves with HireAHelper
$111/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minElevation Moving
San Diego, CA
227 moves with HireAHelper
The Cost of Moving in San Diego, CA
In San Diego labor-only moving help typically costs between $355.52 and $739.77.
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 $90.61 an hour.
HireAHelper’s Best Price Guarantee 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-Only | Local-Full Service | |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego, CA | $465.77 | $1,184.14 |
| California | $458.12 | $1,152.13 |
| The United States | $451.87 | $1,167.76 |
Labor-Only Moving Costs by Move Size
As mentioned above, it costs $465.77 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in San Diego, CA, with an average hourly rate of $90.61. 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 | $355.52 | 2 movers | 2.1 hours |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | $409.23 | 2 movers | 2.2 hours |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment | $477.60 | 2 movers | 2.6 hours |
| 2 Bedroom House | $447.86 | 2 movers | 2.6 hours |
| 3 Bedroom House | $504.49 | 2 movers | 2.7 hours |
| 4 Bedroom House | $625.91 | 3 movers | 3.1 hours |
| 5 Bedroom House | $739.77 | 3 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 | ✅ | ✅ |
| Unloading Help | ✅ | ✅ |
| Packing | Add-on | Add-on |
3,840 San Diego Mover Reviews
On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 321,130 verified customer reviews
They arrived on time and sadly had to work over the 2 hours and wound up 6 hours and 15 minutes but they got my 16' POD container packed really good ???? thanks guys
The crew arrived on time and very well prepared. I loved, that i was contacted before, to confirm appointment, and when crew was on way. I highly recommend this company!
Vladimir’s crew was the best I’ve ever had out of 20 moves in my life. They blew my mind. Couldn’t believe they fit everything into a 16 foot pod. Super friendly and courteous, covered the doors in the floors, the very best of the best. Keep up the great work, Vladimir!
They were awesome, they moved 1/2 a 20, x 40’ in 5 hours, by loading up the gear into our trucks and shuttling it the POD on the other side of the storage area. Hard workers, would highly recommend to anyone.
The movers from Dream Team Movers were amazing! They unloaded our truck and POD quickly, rearranged heavy furniture, reassembled all our beds, and helped place everything in all the right rooms. They were also friendly and polite. The 3 hours couldn’t have gone any smoother-it was the best money I’ve ever spent!
Andrew and Abdu could not have been more professional. The arrived timely, the made sure everything was properly stored and took care to rebox or wrap anything that I had not done a good job of. I highly recommend this team.
Jose and Klemon did a great job efficiently getting all my big furniture into a 3-story condo! They even hoisted a large couch onto the second floor balcony to get it into the living room without damaging it. I would recommend them for future moves!
They did a great job for me. They went above and beyond and provided useful advice and information. My move was larger than expected - I should have requested additional help to save a little on time and money - otherwise very satisfied.
Super fast!! Wrapped everything with care and precision. We are moving cross country and we were worried everything wouldn't fit, they packed it all up with room to spare! Polite and respectful to us as well with all our items.
Andrew and his assistant were fantastic. Andrew was able to load the container like he was playing 3D Tetris. They were very careful with all of our stuff. Greatly appreciate their work.
These guys were the best! They came to us on short notice after we were stood up by the original outfit we had agreed with. They did a super job, packed the POD tightly, and gave us pictures of the progress. Will look these guys up when we unpack!
Real Advice from San Diego Movers
"Parking is tough in San Diego, so having a loading zone nearby and available will save a lot of time. Also, if you are moving into a space with an elevator, you may need to reserve it."
- A.O.N Services
"We recommend scheduling your move as far in advance as possible. The farther out you can plan your move, the greater the availability you will have in choosing a date and time that is convenient for you. Our busiest times of the year are June-September, Saturdays throughout the year, and the end of each month."
- Reliable Delivery LLC
Why Book Your San Diego Move with HireAHelper?
Frequently Asked Moving Questions in San Diego
You've got moving questions, we’ve got answers. Learn what to expect when moving in San Diego.
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 San Diego 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.
How to Organize Your Move: A Complete Guide
Bubble Wrap 101: How to Use It, Tips, and Alternatives
Where to Throw Away Furniture: Disposal & Recycling Guide
