{"id":36786,"date":"2024-02-21T09:30:00","date_gmt":"2024-02-21T13:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/?p=36786"},"modified":"2025-09-05T15:09:32","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T19:09:32","slug":"moving-help-by-the-hour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/moving-help-by-the-hour\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Know When You Need Moving Help by the Hour"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"690\/445\" width=\"690\" height=\"445\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/local-movers.jpg\" alt=\"Moving help by the hour\" class=\"wp-image-41994 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/local-movers.jpg 690w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/local-movers-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-table-of-content ultp-block-8c155a\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-block-toc\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-header\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-heading\">Table of Contents<\/div><div class=\"ultp-collapsible-toggle  ultp-collapsible-right\"><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-open\" href=\";\">[Open]<\/a><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-hide\" href=\";\">[Close]<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-toc-style1 ultp-block-toc-body\"><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Hourly_moving_help_-_what_is_it_and_when_you_may_need_it\">Hourly moving help: what is it and when do you need it?<\/a><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#_Loading_and_unloading\">1) Loading and unloading<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Packing_and_unpacking\">2) Packing and unpacking<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Furniture_disassembly_and_reassembly\">3) Furniture disassembly and reassembly<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Moving_a_specialty_item\">4) Moving a specialty item<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_In-home_moving\">5) In-home moving<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#How_to_get_hourly_moving_help\">How to get hourly moving help<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#How_much_do_movers_cost_per_hour?\">How much do movers cost per hour?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"_Can_you_hire_movers_for_an_hour?\">Good to know: Can you hire movers for one hour?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving is difficult, everyone knows that. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s so difficult that it\u2019s virtually impossible to complete a move on your own &#8211; except on very rare occasions (when moving just a few boxes with personal belongings and nothing else).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you don\u2019t have a lot of things to relocate; even if you\u2019re only moving across the street; even if you have decided on a self-move &#8211; you will still need moving help. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may need help with the heavy lifting, with loading and unloading, or with driving the moving vehicle &#8211; or you may need help with a specialty item (piano, hot tub, antique armoire, etc.) or a specific challenge (taking your furniture up the stairs to your third-floor apartment).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cross-country moving expenses revealed\u2014know the costs upfront!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\ud83d\ude9a How Much Does It Cost to Hire Long-Distance Movers in 2025? \ud83d\udce6\ud83d\udcb8\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NGdF8-m2S-g?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Either way, you need to ensure adequate moving help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your best option is to <a href=\"\/move\/reasons-to-hire-movers\/\">hire professional movers<\/a>, of course &#8211; they have the specialized equipment, expert skills, and rich experience to take proper care of your items and complete your move in the safest and most efficient way possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their services, however, are not cheap &#8211; so, if you can do most of the work yourself and need only a little help, you may feel that hiring a moving company is not worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In such a case, you can opt for a DIY move and <a href=\"\/move\/friends-help-you-move\/\">ask friends for help<\/a>. Yet, your friends may not be able (or willing) to provide the help you need.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, there is still a solution &#8211; you can get moving help by the hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Hourly_moving_help_-_what_is_it_and_when_you_may_need_it\">Hourly moving help: what is it and when do you need it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As the term suggests, <strong><em>hourly moving help<\/em> is moving help available by the hour.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that you can hire trained and experienced movers by the hour &#8211; to complete a specific moving task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving help by the hour is provided by both labor-only moving companies and full-service moving companies that offer labor services. In both cases, the hourly movers have professional training and adequate experience, so they do an excellent job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hourly moving help is a great option when you don\u2019t need professional movers to take care of your move from start to finish but need assistance with a particular moving job:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Loading_and_unloading\">1) Loading and unloading<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you can pack and unpack your items yourself and have adequate means of transportation (a pickup truck, a rented moving truck, etc.), but need help with the heavy lifting.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In such a case, you can hire movers by the hour to take your heavy household items and moving boxes out of your home, carry them to the moving truck, and load them securely into the vehicle (and then unload your belongings and take them into your new home upon arrival).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"600\/472\" width=\"600\" height=\"472\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/loading-help.jpg\" alt=\"It is possible to hire movers to load only.\" class=\"wp-image-36795 lazyload\" style=\"width:425px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/loading-help.jpg 600w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/loading-help-300x236.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">You can hire movers just to load a truck.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The pros know how to safely lift and carry heavy items and have specialized equipment (such as moving dollies and moving straps) that helps them complete the task in a safe and efficient manner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They also know how to properly load a moving truck and secure the items in it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s more, the pros can easily overcome obstacles such as narrow doorways or steep stairs &#8211; they have rich experience and know what to do in such situations (remove doors from hinges, turn large items at certain angles, use shoulder lifting straps on stairs, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having professional help with loading is extremely beneficial, not only because it will save you all the heavy lifting and hard work (and, thus, reduce the risk of personal injuries and damages to your items and your property), but also because it will ensure the moving vehicle is properly packed (so it will fit all your stuff at once and your items won\u2019t move around, bump into each other, or topple over during transit).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-to-load-a-moving-truck\/\">How to Load a Moving Truck the Right Way<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Packing_and_unpacking\">2) Packing and unpacking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you can perform your move yourself, but don\u2019t have the time to prepare all your belongings for shipping and unpack them after the relocation (or don\u2019t feel confident that you will be able to provide proper protection to your items).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can hire professional helpers by the hour to pack up your home or just to take care of some difficult-to-pack items (fragile items, sensitive items, oddly shaped items, etc.). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The experts use proven packing methods and quality packing materials, so they will ensure the best possible protection for your belongings. You can rest assured that even items that are very vulnerable to damage (antiques, artwork, musical instruments, etc.) will survive the move intact and unscathed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides, the pros work with an enviable speed and can pack your entire home within several hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you need your items unpacked as quickly as possible after the move, hourly moving help is, again, your best bet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using professional packing help will save you a lot of time and effort and will ensure the safety of your items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/professional-packing-services\/\">Professional Packing Services &#8211; The Secrets of the Pros<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Furniture_disassembly_and_reassembly\">3) Furniture disassembly and reassembly<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"600\/428\" width=\"600\" height=\"428\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/furniture-disassembly.jpg\" alt=\"You can hire movers by the hour to disassemble and reassemble large furniture.\" class=\"wp-image-36799 lazyload\" style=\"width:460px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/furniture-disassembly.jpg 600w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/furniture-disassembly-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The pros can take your furniture apart &#8211; and put it back together &#8211; in a safe and expert manner.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><em>If you\u2019re not sure how to disassemble (and then reassemble) a large furniture piece that needs to be taken apart &#8211; or if you don\u2019t have the right tools for the job.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Large furniture may need to be disassembled for moving or storage, so it becomes safer and easier to pack and move. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not up to the challenge, you can hire moving labor professionals to do the job for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pros have the specialized tools and technical know-how to dismantle your furniture (and then reassemble it when needed) in the safest and most efficient way possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/furniture-disassembly-moving\/\">How to Disassemble Furniture for Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Moving_a_specialty_item\">4) Moving a specialty item<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you need to take a specialty item (a piano, a hot tub, a big safe, a grandfather clock, etc.) to another location, but don\u2019t have the equipment and\/or skills to handle it safely.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is very common to hire movers by the hour to take care of a specialty item &#8211; such items are very difficult to pack and move, so they\u2019re better left to the professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_In-home_moving\">5) In-home moving<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you want to rearrange your furniture, take some larger household items to another part of the house, empty a room for repairs, etc.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In all such cases hiring movers by the hour is your best choice &#8211; your items will be taken to where you want them to go without any effort on your part and without any risk of damages or personal injuries and you will only pay for the time the job actually takes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also want to hire help by the hour when taking items to and out of storage, re-organizing a storage unit or a garage, decluttering your home, setting up events that require furniture or other large items to be positioned at the site, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To put it in a nutshell<\/strong>: Hiring hourly moving help is the best solution when you require assistance with a moving task that only takes a few hours to complete. The job will be completed expertly and safely and it will cost you very little as you will only be paying for a few hours of moving help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"How_to_get_hourly_moving_help\">How to get hourly moving help<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"600\/400\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/booking-help-by-the-hour.jpg\" alt=\"Getting moving help by the hour is easier than you may have thought.\" class=\"wp-image-36807 lazyload\" style=\"width:488px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/booking-help-by-the-hour.jpg 600w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/booking-help-by-the-hour-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Looking for moving help by the hour? You&#8217;ve come to the right place.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Luckily, it\u2019s very easy to get moving help by the hour. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a lot of moving labor companies that specialize in providing labor services and most local moving companies will gladly offer you hourly moving help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All you need to do is compare the available options and choose the best one for you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Step 1. Use <\/strong>our <strong><a href=\"\/moving-cost-estimator.php\">Moving Cost Calculator<\/a><\/strong> to get contacted by several reputable moving labor providers. You will get quotes for the services you need;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 2. Compare<\/strong> the estimates and check the credentials and reputation of the companies (check their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BBB ratings<\/a>, read <a href=\"\/moving-companies.php\">moving reviews<\/a> left by previous customers, etc.);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 3. Choose <\/strong>two or three reputable moving labor providers that seem to best suit your requirements and your budget and discuss your specific needs with them in greater detail \u2013 specify the type of moving assistance you need (loading a moving truck, taking a grand piano to the upper floor; etc.), inform the moving laborers of any possible obstacles or difficulties (tight spaces, no elevator in the building, etc.), as well as of any special requirements or preferences you may have, find out what happens in case of damages, etc.;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step 4. Pick <\/strong>the best moving helpers for you and book their services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Good to know:<\/strong> <strong>Booking two helpers for two hours is the most common choice when hiring moving help by the hour.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"How_much_do_movers_cost_per_hour?\">How much do movers cost per hour?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Needless to say, hourly movers charge by the hour &#8211; after all, the whole point of using moving help by the hour is to pay per hour of work (as opposed to a flat rate or moving rates based on distance, weight, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, how much do movers charge per hour?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every company sets its own rates but, on average, you can expect to be charged between <strong>$60 and $80 per hour per mover<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, if two movers work for two hours on your move, then you will have to pay somewhere between <strong>$240 and $320<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each additional laborer will cost you an extra <strong>$60-$80 per hour<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind, however, that even though all services are offered by the hour, many companies have a <strong>two-hour minimum<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The billing time starts when the hourly movers arrive (so it\u2019s important to ensure that your moving helpers can start work as soon as they arrive at your home) and the work hours are calculated in 15-minute increments.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"608\/440\" width=\"608\" height=\"440\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/time-is-money.jpg\" alt=\"Hourly movers charge by the hour.\" class=\"wp-image-36810 lazyload\" style=\"width:450px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/time-is-money.jpg 608w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/time-is-money-300x217.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 608px) 100vw, 608px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Time is money, you know &#8211; especially when hiring movers by the hour.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Usually, there are no additional fees or charges when hiring movers by the hour (even the use of specialized equipment (dollies, straps, hand tools, etc.) is included in the hourly rate), so you shouldn\u2019t be worried about unpleasant financial surprises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-movers\/#local-movers-cost\">How Much Does It Cost to Hire Movers Per Hour?<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Good_to_know:_Can_you_hire_movers_for_an_hour?\">Good to know: Can you hire movers for one hour?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Obviously, it\u2019s easy enough to hire movers for 2 hours &#8211; plenty of moving companies offer that option and the process is very simple and straightforward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what happens if you need movers for one hour? If you only need help moving a large piece of furniture upstairs, for example &#8211; or any other job that takes very little time to complete? In such a case, will you be able to hire movers for one hour only? Is that possible?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The short answer is &#8211; yes, it is possible to hire movers for just one hour. Yet, it won\u2019t be very easy to secure moving help for such a short period of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Providing one hour of moving help is not really worth it &#8211; your moving helpers will only get paid for one hour of work but may lose a lot of time (and fuel) getting to your home and back. Thus, many companies choose not to offer that option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It will be, therefore, more difficult to find movers willing to come to help you for only one hour &#8211; and even if you do, their hourly rate will likely be higher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bonus tip:<\/strong> It will be easier to find moving help by the hour &#8211; even for only one hour &#8211; if you can be flexible with your timing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Movers are busier during the summer, on weekends, on national holidays, and at the beginning and end of months &#8211; that\u2019s when most house moves take place, so moving services are in high demand, and professional movers are fully booked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, it will be very difficult to get moving help by the hour during these busy periods &#8211; and much easier outside of them. There will not only be a greater choice of available moving helpers, but you may even be able to get a better deal &#8211; many hourly movers will be willing to lower their prices in order to secure a job during a slow time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, it will be easier &#8211; and cheaper &#8211; to get moving help by the hour on weekdays rather than on weekends, in the middle of a month rather than during the first or last days of a month, and in spring, fall, or winter rather than in summer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It may even be worth taking time off work to save money on hourly moving help.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/moving-in-off-peak-season\/\">Why Moving in the Off-Peak Season is a Great Idea<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"876\/675\" width=\"876\" height=\"675\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/moving-help-by-the-hour.jpg\" alt=\"Hirting moving help by the hour may be the best solution for your needs.\" class=\"wp-image-36815 lazyload\" style=\"width:470px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/moving-help-by-the-hour.jpg 876w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/moving-help-by-the-hour-300x231.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/moving-help-by-the-hour-768x592.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 876px) 100vw, 876px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">You can get the help you need and pay only for as long as the job actually takes.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>And remember &#8211; <em>the less time your professional helpers work on your move, the less you\u2019re going to pay<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, do your best to limit the time the hourly movers spend on the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That is, do as much of the work as you can yourself (or with the help of family and friends) and prepare everything necessary so the movers can start working as soon as they show up (if you have hired movers to load a moving truck, it\u2019s crucial to make sure the vehicle is already in front of your home when they arrive.) Just don\u2019t forget to tip your moving helpers if they do a good job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All things considered, getting moving help by the hour is a very convenient and very cost-efficient option &#8211; it combines the peace of mind that comes from having a job done professionally with the flexibility and affordability of booking help by the hour. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yet, if you need more extensive help (because you don\u2019t have the time &#8211; or the strength, or the know-how, or the resources &#8211; to deal with so many and so arduous moving tasks on your own) or just don\u2019t want to risk it, you may want to consider hiring <a href=\"\/move\/full-service-movers\/\">full-service movers<\/a> for your relocation &#8211; the pros will take care of your move from start to finish, so you won\u2019t need to lift a finger and will have nothing to worry about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, be sure to research all your options before you make your final decision about your move &#8211; and <a href=\"\/moving-cost-estimator.php\">get a moving quote<\/a> to see how much hiring professional movers will actually cost you (you might be in for a very pleasant surprise).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Best of luck, whatever you decide!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Moving is difficult, everyone knows that. It&#8217;s so difficult that it\u2019s virtually impossible to complete a move on your own &#8211; except on very rare occasions (when moving just a few boxes with personal belongings and nothing else). 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