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Table of Contents

Browse Movers Vetted Movers

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Shelton, WA

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Shelton, WA

Resources for Your Move

Compare the Top 6 Vetted Movers in Shelton, WA

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Browse Movers in Shelton

Prefer to compare yourself? Below are top-rated movers serving your area.
6 vetted movers ready to help in Shelton
4.8★ average rating across local jobs
2,111+ verified customer reviews nearby

$130/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Armstrong Moving & Labor

5 1,049 verified reviews

Olympia, WA

3,095 moves with HireAHelper

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WASHINGTON'S HIGHEST RATED MOVING LABOR PROVIDER. We average 5 stars, after 3,000 moves, over the past 15 yea… read more

$140/hr

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Come On I Wanna Move Ya

4.9 201 verified reviews

Shelton, WA

709 moves with HireAHelper

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We offer professional, friendly moving labor and related services at a price you can afford! From loading truc… read more

$150/hr

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Young Buck Movers

5 5 verified reviews

Tacoma, WA

22 moves with HireAHelper

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Appointments are synced to our calendar upon booking. All appointments that require an extension the day of th… read more

$200/hr

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Eclipse Relocation Enterpriz

0 0 verified reviews

Tacoma, WA

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At Eclipse Relocation Enterpriz, we pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional moving experience that sets u… read more

$80/hr

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Jodys Moving&Labor LLC

4.8 354 verified reviews

Tacoma, WA

1,219 moves with HireAHelper

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Give me and my team the opportunity to make your move as easy as possible. We thrive off excellent customer se… read more

$300/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Ultimatemoversllc

4.3 87 verified reviews

Lakewood, WA

562 moves with HireAHelper

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Ultimate movers llc is a reputable moving company based in Lakewood Washington state . We have been in busines… read more
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The Cost of Moving in Shelton, WA

In Shelton labor-only moving help typically costs between $356.83 and $709.85. 

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 $79.28 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-OnlyLocal-Full Service
Shelton, WA$461.51$1,238.84
Washington$461.51$1,238.84
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 $461.51 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Shelton, WA, with an average hourly rate of $79.28. 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 SizeAverage CostAverage # of MoversAverage # of Hours
1 Bedroom Apartment$356.832 movers2.2 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$410.742 movers2.4 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$479.362 movers2.8 hours
2 Bedroom House$429.753 movers2.6 hours
3 Bedroom House$500.613 movers2.8 hours
4 Bedroom House$600.594 movers3.1 hours
5 Bedroom House$709.854 movers4 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 MovingLabor-Only Moving
Price$$$$
Moving TruckIncludedYou Provide
Loading Help✅✅
Unloading Help✅✅
PackingAdd-onAdd-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.

  

2,111 Shelton Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 331,485 verified customer reviews

Hasan K from Olympia, WA
Reviewing: Moving masters
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Jordan & Tomy were phenomenal & provided exceptional service. They were courteous & professional. My first time using a movers & they exceeded my expectations & were very impressionable.

Reviewed on: 3/7/2026
Scarlett R from Tacoma, WA
Reviewing: MOVING 4 U
(5 out of 5 rating)
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So careful with my tricky treadmill and all my heavy items. Even kept asking me to set up things that I could handle myself. Fantastic! Will select again.

Reviewed on: 4/15/2026
Adam R from Dupont, WA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Mike and his crew were absolutely top notch! They were extremely professional and took care of everything we requested plus more! Would highly recommend their team for your move!!!!

Reviewed on: 3/13/2026
Catherine O from Bremerton, WA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Angela and team did a great job loading my moving truck. They packed everything so good and nothing was broken. They took special care of my ebike and it came through the move just fine. I highly recommend them. Angela was very communicative before the move; very friendly and professional team.

Reviewed on: 4/15/2026
Jennifer M from Olympia, WA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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First time moving in 20 years they were I incredibly helpful and were very careful In packing and moving my furniture pieces. I would definitely recommend

Reviewed on: 3/11/2026
Lee D from Lacey, WA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The guys were great 2 of the 3 guys got here started to work emptying my storage unit into the U-Haul truck. 3rd guy was in a car accident, so the lead guy found a replacement which was here in 20 min... With all 3 they had the 15ft U-Haul truck loaded in 2hrs and a very good job all was tightly loaded... Lee D Lacey,Wa

Reviewed on: 4/8/2026
Noelle H from Bremerton, WA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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We would 100% use this service again, it made a huge difference! We did have some minor communications issues with cellular service but, the team showed within the arrival window which was awesome, reliability is really key. The team was able to get the job done even through the heavy rain and other challenges. Thank you!

Reviewed on: 2/23/2026
James G from Federal Way, WA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They wrer really good. Worked continuously & hard, obviously prepared & knowledgeable. Kept us posted on arrival and arrived when they said they would. Took care with our items. Although I hope we don't move again, at least not for a long while, I would want to use them again. Thanks for your great service. Jim

Reviewed on: 4/1/2026
Anthony C from Tacoma, WA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Hello, The packing job went very, very, well! Chase was my correspondence and along with his associate Marcus they packed all of my belongings that they could. The photos showed a very neatly organized and stacked pod. I appreciate their ti.e and expertise. Thank you.

Reviewed on: 4/25/2026
Lawton H from Olympia, WA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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I will definitely use Armstrong again if I need help with moving! They were very professional, quick, and great to work with! Communication was top notch as well! Thank you again!

Reviewed on: 4/30/2026
Ron H from Olympia, WA
Reviewing: Moving masters
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Jordan, Samuel and Tommy were great, they pack the POD with care paying attention to ensure my belongings were handled with care and there was no damage to the interior of the house. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing assistance load their POD. There work was well beyond what I expected.

Reviewed on: 4/26/2026
Corinne K from Tacoma, WA
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Great group of guys—nice, friendly, careful, always double checking where everything needed to go and things were set up right…also really quick, totally recommended—

Reviewed on: 4/11/2026
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Real Advice from Shelton Movers

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

"Bayshore general store on Highway 3 usually has plenty U-Haul trucks and trailers, and the general store is open 24 hours in case you need to drop off late. "

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"If you’re driving over the Hood Canal bridge, it is a drawbridge, so leave with plenty of extra time in case it’s open to let a ship through. Be prepared to wait in an extremely long line and wait up to 30 mins in summer weather"

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Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Shelton

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

 

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 Shelton 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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