With HireAHelper, you can read reviews, compare movers, and research moving costs in Urbandale—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.
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Strong Back Movers isn’t just a moving company—we’re a movement. Founded on dignity, discipline, and drive, we deliver elite relocation services while empowering our crew with real skills, real pay, and real opportunity. Whether it’s a studio apartment or a full-scale commercial move, we show up with professionalism, precision, and pride.
We don’t just lift boxes—we lift lives. Every move fuels our mission to create pathways out of poverty, build generational wealth, and prove that hustle with heart changes everything.
With 15+ years strong and still lifting. We move it all: personal and corporate, with hustle, heart, and precision. Lets get it moving!
"Iowa's Premier Moving Labor" - We are professional, respectful and careful movers. Our company has been in operation for 10+ years.
We provide an insured, affordable, efficient, reliable moving labor service to help you load and/or unload your rental truck, portable storage container or trailer. At Iowa Moving 1 we treat your belongings just like we would treat our own---very carefully! It's important to us to exceed your expectations each and every time we have a job. We look forward to earning your business.
Prime Meridian Logistics is a professional moving and logistics company built on precision, reliability, and white-glove service. We specialize in residential and commercial moves - handling everything from careful loading and unloading to long-distance freight coordination - so every customer experiences a smooth, stress-free move from start to finish.
Our crews arrive on time, in uniform, and fully equipped. We communicate clearly before, during, and after every job, and we treat your belongings with the same care we'd give our own. Whether you're moving across town or across state lines, our crew delivers.
Fully licensed and insured. DOT and MC certified. Operated by logistics professionals who take pride in every move.
You’ll be delighted by Dreezy's moving services efficient, reliable and flawlessly professional approach, our consistency has made us the best loved of prestige removals company in Minneapolis Area.
"We are a moving company based in Des Moines. Our mission is to take the stress off you on moving day, and to get it done the right way! We do anything from small apartments to Medium sized homes. "Let us handle it!" Being our Moto. Whether you are looking for just moving labor or labor and a truck we got you covered. Same day and next day service are offered depending on availability."
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1You Share Your DetailsGive us the key details about your move — like your move date, home size, and any stairs or heavy items that might require extra help.
2We Find Your Move HelpersWe instantly match you with the best-value moving companies near you, using proprietary data from over 850,000 HireAHelper moves.
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✗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.
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The Cost of Moving in Urbandale, IA
In Urbandale 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 $81.94 an hour.
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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
Urbandale, IA
$439.68
$1,143.68
Iowa
$439.68
$1,143.68
The United States
$451.90
$1,167.84
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 $439.68 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Urbandale, IA, with an average hourly rate of $81.94. 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
2.3 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment
$442.60
2 movers
2.7 hours
2 Bedroom House
$414.69
2 movers
2.6 hours
3 Bedroom House
$484.81
2 movers
2.7 hours
4 Bedroom House
$584.14
3 movers
3.1 hours
5 Bedroom House
$730.63
3 movers
3.9 hours
Did you know? More than 1 out of 3 HireAHelper customers use their move helpers to load or unload their PODS container.
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
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Moving Truck
Included
You Provide
Loading Help
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Unloading Help
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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.
Top-Rated Moving Services According to Real Customer Reviews
On average, customers rate Moving Companies through HireAHelper 4.8 stars out of 5 after 341,426 customer reviews. Our trusted movers are committed to delivering outstanding service, making your move smooth, affordable, and completely hassle-free.
The two young men who help me with the move were terrific. They were fast, but careful. Happy to help out. Didn't really take a break--just kept working. They were "experts" in packing not only the large van, they filled our small storage unit while I panicked on my phone securing another unit. When I walked back to the gentlemen with news of an additional unit, they said, "You can cancel it. We fit everything in the small unit." I highly recommend Joshua (and his partner--brother? Didn't speak with him as much as Joshua). Together they worked very hard, and made the experience smooth.
Eric worked with me on short notice and very flexible at getting my POD unloaded and mostly going up to the 2nd floor. The two movers hustled for two hours without a break to get the job done. Will use these folks next time I need some help!
Tony and his coworker were great! They accommodated my request to start earlier, were careful with our belongings, and were extremely professional and friendly.
These movers did an outstanding job!
We were so impressed at how carefully they packed our rental truck. They moved items like they were doing a puzzle. I couldn’t believe how well and how much they were able to fit in the truck. They were genuinely nice guys and happy to discuss how certain furniture should be handled.
I’m grateful they were available to help and do all the heavy lifting and more.
Mary
The crew did an excellent job. They arrived on time completed the job within the time constraints. Moved some very tricky items and nothing was damaged . Great moving team
Michael, the owner, and Tyrone were able to come unload the moving van with less than 24 hrs notice and on a Saturday. They were on time, worked hard and got the truck emptied in 2 hours. Job well done.
This team communicated well. They were early in arrival and did everything I asked. My only issue was the price. I paid over $400 and they had it unloaded in 30 minutes. I felt robbed. Hire a Helper and/or Blue Cow need a sliding scale.
They were there on time and wasted no time unloading my stuff. They were very professional and good to work with. This is a great service especially for people moving from one state to another as I did. I hired them on the Internet when I reserved my rental truck. I was not aware of this service until then. It solved the problem of having to ask family members to take time off work to move me in. They are also grateful. I would definitely recommend Blue Cow.
Chris at Iowa Moving 1, the gentleman I scheduled with through Hire a Helper, was courteous, professional, and reassuring. The loaders were scheduled to arrive between 8 and 9 am. At 8:15, Loader KJ called and said they were 5 minutes out and they arrived promptly - so far, so good! My loaders, KJ and Christian, were friendly, professional, polite, careful with my things, and efficient. They were finished in the required 2-hour period. When we unloaded on the other end, everything was in great shape. I love these guys!
They did great, they finished the job early and when there was nothing left to move they offered to assemble furniture to make use of the time we paid for. They were professional and thorough, I'd definitely hire them again.
The guys were wonderful. Showed up on time, packed my belongings very efficiently and neatly. I would highly recommend.
The only complaint I might have is with HireAHelper pricing. It was less than 2 hours, I was charged for 3 with no option for refund of the third hour.
My appointment was confirmed prior to the move. My two helpers called about fifteen minutes before arriving at my home. They were on time and prepared to work. They were both professional and extremely helpful. I would definitely recommend them as I was very happy with their service.
You've got moving questions, we’ve got answers. Learn what to expect when moving in Urbandale.
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 Urbandale 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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