Hire Movers in Van Buren, MI

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Browse Movers Vetted Movers

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Van Buren, MI

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Van Buren, MI

Resources for Your Move

Compare the Top 3 Vetted Movers in Van Buren, MI

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3vetted movers ready to help in Van Buren
4.8ā˜…average rating across local jobs
417+verified customer reviews nearby

$170/hr

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Elite Haulerz, LLC.

4.9 12 verified reviews

Berrien Springs, MI

65 moves with HireAHelper

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With over a decade of experience, Elite Haulerz LLC stands as SW Michigan's trusted medium-sized moving compan… read more

$180/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Affordable Moving Kalamazoo

3.9 9 verified reviews

Kalamazoo, MI

58 moves with HireAHelper

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"Affordable Moving Kalamazoo has been providing professional, stress-free relocation services to Southwest Mic… read more

$140/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Oody Express LLC

0 0 verified reviews

Battle Creek, MI

12 moves with HireAHelper

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As a young entrepreneur, we understand the importance of hard work and dedication in creating a successful bus… read more
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The Cost of Moving in Van Buren, MI

In Van Buren labor-only moving help typically costs between $346.47 and $750.87.

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 $82.82 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
Van Buren, MI$351.67$1,203.11
Michigan$476.65$1,203.11
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 $351.67 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Van Buren, MI, with an average hourly rate of $82.82. 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$346.472 movers2.2 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$398.812 movers2.4 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$465.452 movers2.7 hours
2 Bedroom House$454.592 movers2.6 hours
3 Bedroom House$529.542 movers2.7 hours
4 Bedroom House$635.303 movers3.1 hours
5 Bedroom House$750.873 movers3.9 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 MovingLabor-Only Moving
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Moving TruckIncludedYou Provide
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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.

  

417 Van Buren Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 336,129 verified customer reviews

Timothy M from Kalamazoo, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Well prepared and worked very hard. Good guys to work with. Took great care with our furniture and made dozens of trips up the stairs from the basement. Highly recommended!

Reviewed on: 4/29/2019
Kurt H from Zeeland, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
H & H Moving Company, LLC Profile Image

Many thanks to H&H for quickly and professionally managing the unloading of our truck in Zeeland Michigan. They guys handled everything carefully, worked very quickly and efficiently, and were done in less time than anticipated.

Reviewed on: 10/14/2025
Paul S from Dowagiac, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Bryce & His crew were highly professional! I have moved around the globe over 30 years for work and Bryce’s Team was one of the most prompt, courteous, attentive and careful moving teams I have utilized! Recommend unequivocally!

Reviewed on: 2/23/2021
Teresa G from Kalamazoo, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
Two Brothers Relocation Profile Image

Bryce and Kelly were awesome and unloaded my shipping containers, taking care to deliver every item to the right location in the house, in record speed. Would definitely recommend them to anyone wanting help with a move here in the Kalamazoo area!

Reviewed on: 5/6/2018
Mark S from South Haven, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Movers were on time, had supplies to assist move, worked hard, careful with goods and packed the truck with no damage occurring during transport. They were very polite as well.

Reviewed on: 11/30/2023
Natalie V from Kalamazoo, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Hire a helper was amazing! The guys did great work, kept in contact with me and made my move way less stressful. The call center was great, as well. Very understanding and were very professional. Thank you for making my move easy!

Reviewed on: 5/17/2019
Margie H from Portage, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They communicated before the arrival…they let me reschedule when my Pod. arrived days late. They were very professional and friendly….arrived on time and were experts at packing that Pod! I would highly highly recommend the company and my packers, Anthony and Malcom! Very respectful, knowledgeable, professional and friendly!

Reviewed on: 4/28/2024
Ernest J from Three Rivers, MI
Reviewing: U Call We Haul
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Arrived on time and got right to work. Loaded my truck and were finished before the 2 hours has passed. There was no damage to the furniture when the furniture arrived in Virginia.

Reviewed on: 5/30/2017
Laura L from Covert, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
BinTris Moving Services Profile Image

My movers did a fantastic job, were super fast and friendly. Great customer service, and they were available with short notice over a holiday weekend! I will call them again.

Reviewed on: 9/5/2020
Patricia H from Kalamazoo, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
Two Brothers Relocation Profile Image

They were awesome, and careful. Appreciate how they left screws in the table & kitchen table either taped on or in a piece of furniture. Quite personable. Definitely would recommend them! Pat H. Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Reviewed on: 6/20/2019
Tom S from Douglas, MI
(5 out of 5 rating)
Two Brothers Relocation Profile Image

We had a few curve balls with our move. Business owner Bryce was very helpful and accommodating with his crew. Excellent service! We will work with Bryce in the future.

Reviewed on: 6/10/2022
Kevin X from Granger, IN
(5 out of 5 rating)
Affordable packing and moving Profile Image

Arrived on time with all necessary tools. Very efficient and professional! Load four relocubes in two hours. Effective usage of the square footage inside the pods and very polite and friendly. I would highly recommend Justin and his team. Excellent job, thank you!

Reviewed on: 6/11/2017

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Van Buren

On average, most people in Van Buren 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 Van Buren are booked:

13.62 days in advance

Pro tip: Book ahead as far as possible to get the best rates!

Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Van Buren

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

 

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 Van Buren 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.

$1,000 of damage coverage included for free
Best Price guaranteed!
1,700+ vetted movers in our network nationwide
Over 1,000,000 moves (and counting!)