Hire Movers in Wathena, KS

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Table of Contents

The Cost of Hiring Movers in Wathena, KS

What Is Labor-Only?

Real Reviews of Moving Companies in Wathena, KS

Resources for Your Move

How Booking With HireAHelper Works

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Step 1: You Share Your Details
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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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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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Compare the Top 1 Wathena, KS Movers

For over 18 years, HireAHelper has partnered with top-rated moving companies to help over 1 million 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.

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The Cost of Moving in Wathena, KS

In Wathena labor-only moving help typically costs between $298.61 and $805.67. 

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 $80.56 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
Wathena, KS$476.22$1,054.18
Kansas$476.22$1,054.18
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 $476.22 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Wathena, KS, with an average hourly rate of $80.56. 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$298.612 movers2.1 hours
2 Bedroom Apartment$343.722 movers2.3 hours
3 Bedroom Apartment$401.142 movers2.6 hours
2 Bedroom House$487.763 movers2.6 hours
3 Bedroom House$568.183 movers2.8 hours
4 Bedroom House$681.664 movers3.2 hours
5 Bedroom House$805.674 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
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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.

277 Wathena Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 328,536 verified customer reviews

Drew W from Lansing, KS
(5 out of 5 rating)
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The team was really helpful in getting my things into my shipping container. They used both ingenuity and skill in the massive Tetris game of my things. Despite infrequent thunder showers the kept up a good attitude.

Reviewed on: 7/29/2020
Kevin D from Platte City, MO
(5 out of 5 rating)
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We had a team of two come move some heavy furniture around our home - both men hustled, were thoughtful and careful with our belongings. We would certainly hire them again!

Reviewed on: 10/31/2025
Anthony B from Fort Leavenworth, KS
(5 out of 5 rating)
DeMac Contracting Profile Image

Movers did the job that I wanted lifting the heavy things. I recommend them to anyone that need assistance with a move. I would use them again next time.

Reviewed on: 7/1/2020
Pay K from Kansas City, MO
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Our two guys knocked it out of the park! They wrapped the larger items and packed our trailer in less then two hours. We drove half way across the country and when we unloaded nothing was damaged. Excellent job, we highly recommend Hire A Helper and will use them again. Thank you!

Reviewed on: 1/4/2019
Andrea R from Platte City, MO
Reviewing: Movers X
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Will definitely use their services again. Arrived early and completed the job in no time. Polite and professional, really appreciate their assistance in getting stuff up to a third floor apartment.

Reviewed on: 8/30/2024
Brandi M from Kansas City, MO
(5 out of 5 rating)
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We were extremely pleased with our two helpers. They were on time, friendly, professional, and very hard-working. They got the job done in half the time that we had expected it to take.

Reviewed on: 3/8/2020
Ivy N from Plattsburg, MO
(5 out of 5 rating)
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We got into a tough spot and Jeff was there right away to do everything he could, making sure the move went smoothly. Great service!! Ready Set Go Movers is my GO TO team in Missouri!

Reviewed on: 6/19/2018
Patrick B from Lansing, KS
(5 out of 5 rating)
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We hired College Hunks Moving to help us with our heavy furniture and pack our rental truck. They were promptly on time, ready to get to work, and informed us of every plan. We were very impressed with how professional and effecient the men were. I would HIGHLY recommend this company to family and friends. We are so glad we hired them on our moving day, made it go very smoothly.

Reviewed on: 8/16/2011
Scott F from Leavenworth, KS
Reviewing: Movers X
(5 out of 5 rating)
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Very professional movers! Good communication before they showed up and got to work right away. They were very capable of carefully moving all of my heavy furniture and boxes and were obviously experienced movers. Would hire them again for any future moves.

Reviewed on: 7/2/2024
Marilyn L from Cameron, MO
(5 out of 5 rating)
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NIce guys; they arrived on time and were ready to get the job done on time as well. They worked non-stop and were very careful and gave good advise. I will definitely recommend them. If I have to move again I will call them first!

Reviewed on: 10/20/2017
Mike S from Kansas City, MO
(4 out of 5 rating)
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Arrived late because over slept. One of the team was teenager. So, work went slower than planned. But they worked hard and did not take breaks in very hot weather. They did an excellent job of loading the truck and were very careful of our possessions

Reviewed on: 7/7/2019
Kristina P from Leavenworth, KS
(5 out of 5 rating)
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If I could bring this team with me to my new location I absolutely would in a heart beat! Outstanding crew, prompt, and respectful. Thank you so much for your help gentlemen.

Reviewed on: 6/10/2014

HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Wathena

On average, most people in Wathena 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 Wathena are booked:

14.06 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 Wathena

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

 

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 Wathena 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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