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Labor-Only vs. The Traditional Move

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Wainscott, NY

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Wainscott, NY

Resources for Your Move

How Booking With HireAHelper Works

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Step 1: You Share Your Details
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.
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Step 2: We Find Your Move Helpers
We instantly match you with the best-value moving companies near you, using proprietary data from over 850,000 HireAHelper moves.
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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

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.
Book instantly. Book movers directly online, with no middlemen or unwanted spam.
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Compare the Top 2 Wainscott, NY Movers

For over 18 years, HireAHelper has partnered with top-rated moving companies to help tens of thousands of 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.

$125/hr

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A Plus Moving LLC

4.9 487 verified reviews

East Haven, CT

1,614 moves with HireAHelper

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A Plus Moving LLC is Connecticut’s go-to moving labor company, specializing in efficient loading, unloading, p… read more

$110/hr

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CT Family First Movers LLC

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Northford, CT

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At CT Family First Movers LLC, we treat every move like it’s our own family’s. Established in May 2025, our lo… read more

Labor-Only vs. The Traditional Move

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 movers to load or unload your stuff.

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
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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.

The Cost of Moving in Wainscott, NY

In Wainscott labor-only moving help typically costs between $379.78 and $790.25. 

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 $91.98 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.

 Labor-OnlyLocal-Full Service
Wainscott, NY$442.75$1,145.95
New York$446.29$1,177.89
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 $442.75 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Wainscott, NY, with an average hourly rate of $91.98. 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$379.782 movers2.3 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$437.152 movers2.4 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$510.192 movers2.8 hours
2 Bedroom House$478.422 movers2.7 hours
3 Bedroom House$557.312 movers2.8 hours
4 Bedroom House$668.623 movers3.2 hours
5 Bedroom House$790.253 movers4 hours

841 Wainscott Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 317,733 verified customer reviews

Erica B from Riverhead, NY
Reviewing: Movers Gazette
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The movers were in contact from the time I put in the request on the application to that morning. They were great. I will use them again and highly recommend!

Reviewed on: 9/26/2025
Bayard C from Niantic, CT
(5 out of 5 rating)
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A+ Great communication, they told me when they would be here. They showed up when they said. Their service was great. They really thought outside the box and helped get furniture in when doors weren't wide enough. The guys were nice. They made sure everything was right before they left.

Reviewed on: 4/27/2025
Kenneth O from Shirley, NY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They did a excellent job my daughter is moving in October or November and I will ask for then to do that move also Mr Henry Winston and the other gentleman were the best movers I’ve ever used and I have moved a few times

Reviewed on: 6/27/2025
Charlene C from Uncasville, CT
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Very responsive to messages, communicated well & often. Arrived on time, very friendly, ready to work. Highly competent. Loaded and unloaded items, including a large moving truck which was packed extremely well. They were careful and efficient. I would rehire them any day.

Reviewed on: 6/14/2025
Gary E from Middle Island, NY
(5 out of 5 rating)
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These two gentlemen did an excellent job. They were kind and courteous and very careful with all our belongings. Tell them thank you very much for a job well done!

Reviewed on: 5/23/2025
Daniel G from Westerly, RI
Reviewing: Fast Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Both Ryan and Hector were terrific, they were prompt and paid careful attention to all details associated with the moving of the pieces they needed to move. I would totally recommend them to anyone eating this type of help. Thank you so much!

Reviewed on: 9/23/2025
Mark A from Mystic, CT
(5 out of 5 rating)
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David, Rick and Justin did an awesome job. They were on time, completed the work in the time allotted and neatly organized the items in our POD. We were very happy and would give them the highest ratings!

Reviewed on: 5/6/2025
Susan C from Old Lyme, CT
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The two workers wrapped our furniture exceptionally well. (Maybe too well) We ran out of wrapping supplies mid-way through the move. I had to buy more. Make sure you have plenty of supplies before your move:) They were great.

Reviewed on: 6/5/2025
Julie H from East Haddam, CT
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Best movers ever! They were prompt prepared experienced knowledgeable and careful with my belongings. I appreciate their expertise even more as I unload. The items are secured with straps packed like a jigsaw puzzle and easily came apart as the truck was unpacked.

Reviewed on: 5/20/2025
Lenny A from Westbrook, CT
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Derrick, Carl, and Dajour went ABOVE AND BEYOND and my family and I couldn't be more grateful for their professional skill set!!! We'll DEFINITELY be recommending My Guys Moving Service moving forward. :-)

Reviewed on: 5/11/2025
Brittany G from Waterford, CT
(5 out of 5 rating)
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They did an Amazing job! We were running late and they still unloaded our 26 ft truck in 1.5 hrs! They were fast and hardworking. We will definitely book with them again!

Reviewed on: 8/3/2025
Joann M from Groton, CT
Reviewing: Fast Movers
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Both Eric and Nalan were professional, courteous, and obviously experienced in their field. They did a great job. We were very pleased in how they handled our property and they worked quickly.

Reviewed on: 4/15/2025

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Wainscott

On average, most people in Wainscott need:

2 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 Wainscott are booked:

11.2 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 Wainscott

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

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 Wainscott 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 for 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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How to Organize Your Move: A Complete Guide
Moving is a notoriously stressful undertaking, with seemingly endless logistics, to-dos, and boxes, but a little organization can go a long way and turn the chaos into calm productivity. In the following guide, we’ll walk you through both the big-picture strategies and small-but-mighty tips for every stage of your move so you can keep everything […]
Read more May 03, 2025
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Is Buying Moving Boxes Worth It?
The short answer is yes — buying new moving boxes can help protect your belongings better. They don’t have the wear and tear of used boxes, and it may be worth it to ensure your items are safeguarded during the move, especially your most fragile belongings. This guide can help you decide if buying new […]
Read more May 02, 2025
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Help Your Pet Adjust to a New Home: Moving Tips for Dog and Cat Parents
Moving already takes a lot of effort and planning, but when you add pets into the picture, it can be even more stressful — for you and them. The boxes, the strangers, the unfamiliar scents and sounds — it’s a lot for your 4-legged friends to take in when they live for routine. Pets feel […]
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