Hire Movers in Wilkes Barre, PA
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The Cost of Moving in Wilkes Barre, PA
In Wilkes Barre labor-only moving help typically costs between $356.29 and $743.42.
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 $84.24 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 convenientābut 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Wilkes Barre, PA | $439.61 | $1,058.99 |
| Pennsylvania | $439.61 | $1,058.99 |
| The United States | $451.87 | $1,167.76 |
Labor-Only Moving Costs by Move Size
As mentioned above, it costs $439.61 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Wilkes Barre, PA, with an average hourly rate of $84.24. 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 | $356.29 | 2 movers | 2.1 hours |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | $410.11 | 2 movers | 2.3 hours |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment | $478.63 | 2 movers | 2.7 hours |
| 2 Bedroom House | $450.07 | 3 movers | 2.5 hours |
| 3 Bedroom House | $524.29 | 3 movers | 2.7 hours |
| 4 Bedroom House | $629.00 | 4 movers | 3 hours |
| 5 Bedroom House | $743.42 | 4 movers | 3.9 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 Moving | Labor-Only Moving | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $$$ | $ |
| Moving Truck | Included | You Provide |
| Loading Help | ā | ā |
| Unloading Help | ā | ā |
| Packing | Add-on | Add-on |
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.
422 Wilkes Barre Mover Reviews
On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 336,027 verified customer reviews
Dan and Sean arrived when they said they would and they got everything in the container in no time at all. I would highly recommend them they are hard working and diligent about securing what needs to be secured and protecting my belongings.
They were on time they were efficient they were extra helpful they were kind of careful with her things. Absolutely wonderful I would recommend them to anyone
Old School Movers were amazing!!! Arrived early. Completed the job in less than 2 hours. Extremely professional and very polite. Handled all of our furniture with great care...will use them again!
They wanted to come early, 7:30 and arrived at 7:25, and worked without a break for 3 hours. Offered them something to eat and they said maybe after we finish. I would definitely recommend them and if I needed to do this again I would definitely hire them.
Chrisand Mike worked very hard and continiuosly . The packed the truck welland took car of belongongs. Very nice young men that I would hire again. They were stuck in traffic and we about 1/2 late but kept me informned of their progress. I had contacted the company about having rachets and I thought they wre tobring some alonb but Chris has said that he was not told to bring any.
They did a great job! They were early, moved things quickly and efficiently. Very friendly guys. We will definitely use them again and will recommend them to anyone who needs help moving.
These gentlemen did a wonderful job with our move. We only needed to move furniture but moved into a house with some pretty tight corners and they did very well with getting everything into the new house with nothing scratched or damaged. Professional, on time, and friendly. Highly recommended.
Elijah and Greg helped us with our new furniture. I can't say enough good things about them. Wonderful young men, they went above and beyond. So glad I found your service online. I highly recommend this company. If we ever need help again we will definitely be calling, I will also recommend you to anyone who needs help. Thank you so much. Shari
James and Nick were absolutely awesome!! They were on time and prepared for the job. Definitely hard workers. The only complaint is that I was charged for a furniture dolly and hand truck and they didn't even use them. They said they never use them. I could've been told that before hand. That was not their fault. It was the fault of the person on the phone setting up my appointment.
Anthony and his crew were awesome. They were very curteous and accommodating to our every need! Very professional and fast loading, while taking great care of our belongings. If there were 10 stars of satisfaction, they are definitely that!! Highly recommend them!!!!! ?????????? Thanks!!!!!
Dan and his partner were PHENOMENAL!! They moved very fast, and loaded our truck very efficiently. Dan's #1 priority was making sure that our items were secure in our truck, so that nothing moves during our trip. Dan was also a very friendly person, who genuinely cares about the work he does. That is rare. If you need your things moved, and handled with care, call and request Dan!
both gentleman were very helpful and courteous. they put my beds together which was a big help, and brought my possessions, many of which are antiques, to specifics rooms with great care. thank you!
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Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Wilkes Barre
You've got moving questions, weāve got answers. Learn what to expect when moving in Wilkes Barre.
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:
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- 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. HireAHelperās platform lets you compare rates for different movers, so you can be sure youāre getting a good deal. Found a better price for the same service? Weāll match it. That means you donāt pay extra to use HireAHelperāin fact, you may save money.
All Wilkes Barre 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 SmartProtectionā¢āan 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 moverās 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 haveāmake 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.
