Hire Movers in Wilmette, IL
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With HireAHelper, you can read reviews, compare movers, and research moving costs in Wilmette—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.
Table of ContentsThe Cost of Hiring Movers in Wilmette, IL |
How Booking With HireAHelper Works
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.
We instantly match you with the best-value moving companies near you, using proprietary data from over 850,000 HireAHelper moves.
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.
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The Traditional Move
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Compare the Top 33 Wilmette, IL 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.
$110/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minLogan Lift Express
Bellwood, IL
3,756 moves with HireAHelper
$99/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minS & L Express Moving Services
Bloomingdale, IL
9,404 moves with HireAHelper
$115/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minJust Us Movers
Maywood, IL
2,148 moves with HireAHelper
$90/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minJohn 3:16 Movers
Oak Forest, IL
2,870 moves with HireAHelper
$130/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minPacked Moving Services
Elmwood Park, IL
1,713 moves with HireAHelper
$100/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minMOVEMASTERS
Berwyn, IL
1,575 moves with HireAHelper
$115/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minLavoe Movers
Chicago, IL
1,020 moves with HireAHelper
$90/hr
After 2 movers 2 hr minGO HARD TRANSPORTS
Chicago, IL
2,170 moves with HireAHelper
The Cost of Moving in Wilmette, IL
In Wilmette labor-only moving help typically costs between $318.58 and $632.01.
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 $75.01 an hour.
HireAHelper’s Best Price Guarantee 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmette, IL | $376.36 | $979.97 |
| Illinois | $408.32 | $1,085.66 |
| The United States | $451.87 | $1,167.76 |
Labor-Only Moving Costs by Move Size
As mentioned above, it costs $376.36 on average to hire moving helpers (labor-only) in Wilmette, IL, with an average hourly rate of $75.01. 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 | $318.58 | 2 movers | 2.2 hours |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | $366.71 | 2 movers | 2.4 hours |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment | $427.97 | 2 movers | 2.7 hours |
| 2 Bedroom House | $382.62 | 2 movers | 2.7 hours |
| 3 Bedroom House | $445.71 | 2 movers | 2.8 hours |
| 4 Bedroom House | $534.73 | 3 movers | 3.2 hours |
| 5 Bedroom House | $632.01 | 3 movers | 4.1 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 | ✅ | ✅ |
| Unloading Help | ✅ | ✅ |
| Packing | Add-on | Add-on |
11,672 Wilmette Mover Reviews
On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 321,130 verified customer reviews
They were on time and were. Very professional They took great care in protecting not only the furniture but slso all the walls. I will assistance once again and will be calling on them
The two movers I hired to help me load my truck were excellent! They were fast, thorough, and careful with my belongings. Had to carry everything down multiple flights of stairs, nothing was dented or damaged. Definitely recommend!
They were about 45 minutes early, which was good because they were able to get everything stacked up before the pod arrived. When the pod arrived, they were able to load it very quickly. Truthfully, I still can’t believe how fast and smoothly it went. They were polite, courteous, And really cared about our stuff.
We had service on 2 two different days as we had complex move. First one was to move contents from the house and the other was from a storage unit. The moving crew was excellent. Very friendly and flexible with our needs. Also Hire A Helper team are very cooperative, and well trained I recommend both.
As always MoveMasters went above and beyond. They are simply amazing. Courteous, thorough, and careful. This is our 3rd time hiring them and We will use them anytime we move!
These guys did an awesome job! They were on time and very efficient. They told me to point to what needed to be loaded and they took care of everything. I will definitely recommend for future service.
The three men that moved all my things today went above and beyond their job!! They did it in 2 hours the only issue I have is I am billed for three hours and NO REFUND of the hour not used. I highly recommend them otherwise! Colleen Fallon
Showed up when they were supposed to. Three guys unloaded a 16 foot truck in 1.5 hours up stairs! We're able to disassemble and reassemble furniture as needed to make turn in stairs. Even worked on labor day! Thank you so much for helping us with my daughter's move to Chicago. We were nervous on how to get her stuff unloaded when we did not know anyone in a new city and these guys saved the day!!
This crew was amazing. They handled everything up all 3 flights of stairs. Disassembled things when needed, were creative with tough items, and got the job done within the time window! Would highly recommend them for any move.
Tyrone and Darnell were on time, prepared and knew exactly how best to get started. They disassembled and re assembled the furniture quickly and with zero problems. Highly recommend them! Great service.
Ricky and crew did a wonderful job! Fast, efficient and easy communication. I highly recommend this group! Stay out of there way because they will get the job done!
Very impressed! Even without all the fancy equipment, they unloaded our stuff in less than two hours (1.5 hours) and were incredibly friendly and careful. Definitely recommend!
HireAHelper's Moving Guide for Wilmette
Why Book Your Wilmette Move with HireAHelper?
Frequently Asked Moving Questions in Wilmette
You've got moving questions, we’ve got answers. Learn what to expect when moving in Wilmette.
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 Wilmette 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.
How to Organize Your Move: A Complete Guide
Bubble Wrap 101: How to Use It, Tips, and Alternatives
Where to Throw Away Furniture: Disposal & Recycling Guide
