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Browse Movers Vetted Movers

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Shade Gap, PA

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Shade Gap, PA

Resources for Your Move

Compare the Top 2 Vetted Movers in Shade Gap, PA

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Browse Movers in Shade Gap

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2 vetted movers ready to help in Shade Gap
4.7ā˜… average rating across local jobs
391+ verified customer reviews nearby

$275/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

The Ferris Moving Company

4 11 verified reviews

Altoona, PA

52 moves with HireAHelper

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The Ferris Moving Company is a growing company located in Central Pennsylvania. Our service shines through our… read more

$130/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

J & S

3.7 6 verified reviews

Lewistown, PA

60 moves with HireAHelper

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We will strive to make your moving experience one of a kind by providing timely manner services and unbeatable… read more
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The Cost of Moving in Shade Gap, PA

In Shade Gap labor-only moving help typically costs between $356.29 and $743.42. 

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 $79.39 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 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
Shade Gap, PA $439.61 $1,058.99
Pennsylvania $439.61 $1,058.99
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 $439.61 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Shade Gap, PA, with an average hourly rate of $79.39. 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 $356.29 2 movers 2.1 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment $410.11 2 movers 2.3 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment $478.63 2 movers 2.7 hours
2 Bedroom House $450.07 3 movers 2.5 hours
3 Bedroom House $524.29 3 movers 2.7 hours
4 Bedroom House $629.00 4 movers 3 hours
5 Bedroom House $743.42 4 movers 3.9 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
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Packing Add-on Add-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.

  

391 Shade Gap Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 332,243 verified customer reviews

Debbie K from Altoona, PA
Reviewing: Kellers Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
Kellers Movers Profile Image

They were wonderful!! On time, worked till the truck was full, and did the same on the other end. Personable and good workers!! I'll use them again, if the bed arises!! 5 stars!!

Reviewed on: 4/21/2021
Lisa R from Huntingdon, PA
(5 out of 5 rating)
Little Justins Moving Co. Profile Image

lenny was excellent to deal with. I felt that wouldn't have to babysit this project. he called me to update me and I didn't have to worry about a thing. Job was done in a timely manner and on schedule. you can't ask for more than that! thanks Lenny!

Reviewed on: 6/28/2011
Michelle M from Chambersburg, PA
(5 out of 5 rating)
Fleet Flex solutions Profile Image

Fleet Flex Solutions showed up on time and were the nicest and most courteous guys to deal with. They took their time and had no problem handling my stress of moving. They delivered on time and set everything where we needed it in the new house. Just the sweetest crew ever!! HIGHLY recommend!!!

Reviewed on: 10/15/2025
Joan S from Carlisle, PA
(5 out of 5 rating)
Wingmen Moving Company Profile Image

Carson and Nick did a very good job. They were respectful and did not complain no matter what was asked of them. I would definitely be glad to work with them again.

Reviewed on: 12/7/2019
Glenda S from Walnut Bottom, PA
(5 out of 5 rating)
Smooth Move Movers LLC Profile Image

I told them they should get a 15 out of a scale of 1 to 5. They were the best movers we have had. We have moved a total of 13 times in 40 years. Great service!!! Thank you gentlemen.

Reviewed on: 6/13/2024
Mark N from Waynesboro, PA
(5 out of 5 rating)
Dave's Moving Service LLC Profile Image

Dave was on time and worked hard to move our items into the moving vehicle. They were polite and preformed the task well. I would recommend his services.

Reviewed on: 1/27/2019
Sara W from Fayetteville, PA
(5 out of 5 rating)
Lawrence & Family Movers LLC Profile Image

These guys were great! My first movers were no-shows and this team jumped in as a last minute substitute. They worked immediately upon arrival and didn't stop until they were finished, and handled my items with care. Very nice and very respectful!

Reviewed on: 5/25/2017
Tom R from Greencastle, PA
(5 out of 5 rating)
Vicky Lu's Moving & Hauling LLc Profile Image

Paul and Rob were great. Very comforting to have such professional and courteous guys moving our furniture. Will keep their number handy for future reference.

Reviewed on: 4/3/2017
Christy T from Carlisle, PA
(5 out of 5 rating)
Magnificent Mighty Movers LLC Profile Image

Professional. Efficient. Careful. Kind. Would use Al and his crew again and would recommend them to anyone. We packed upack trailer on the front end of the move, but we ran out of steam to unload on the back end. They scheduled within a few days notice and unloaded our 28’ trailer in half a day with a crew of three. Save your back and go with the pros.

Reviewed on: 5/23/2024
Barbara M from Hagerstown, MD
(5 out of 5 rating)
Stronger Helper Profile Image

They called to confirm early in the week and again the day before, and were right on time. Friendly and easy going, but really worked hard. They went up and down the stairs many, many times and acted like it was easy to do so, yet they were very careful with my things and made sure not to bump into walls. I'd recommend them to anyone and definitely hire them again!

Reviewed on: 11/27/2022
Joseph J from Chambersburg, PA
(5 out of 5 rating)
Witmer's Moving and More Profile Image

The two men from Lancaster where very courteous and very fast. They handled our furnishings with care they covered all furniture that needed to be covered they even helped setup our beds in the bedroom and placed all furniture where we asked them. I recommend them for your next move.

Reviewed on: 2/1/2012
Timothy B from Mifflin, PA
(5 out of 5 rating)
Magnificent Mighty Movers LLC Profile Image

Alvin and Georgia arrived at the pickup location and load the truck carefully and quickly.. At the unload point everything was unloaded carefully and quickly. Nothing broke or damaged. A very good job.

Reviewed on: 1/18/2026

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Shade Gap

On average, most people in Shade Gap need:

3 Movers

Read more about hiring the right number of movers.

The most popular truck size is a:

16' Truck

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

On average, movers in Shade Gap are booked:

12.68 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 Shade Gap

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

 

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 Shade Gap 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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