How Much Does Moving Help® Cost?

Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, a move requires all hands on deck. That means gathering moving supplies, figuring out how to pack boxes for moving, and setting up your travel agenda. What about hiring moving labor to help you? What much will that cost? How far in advance do you to schedule them for?

Believe it or not, hiring Moving Help® can be easy, flexible, and affordable. With Moving Help®, you can sort our Service Providers by overall rating, lowest cost, and services offered.

Moving Help® Service Providers Cost by State

To give you an idea of how much you can expect to pay for moving labor through Moving Help®, we have compiled the average cost of a two-person crew for two hours, by state.

* The prices shown are to be used as estimates for Auguest 2025 only. Actual prices may vary.

Now you you need to figure out how many hours of help you will need and how many Moving Help Service Providers you'll need. Reference the chart below for a rough estimate:

How Do You Estimate Additional Moving Costs?

Most expenses are determined by the size of the move, distance traveled, and hours needed to finish the job. However, these are other factors that you need to consider when it comes to additional moving costs:

Travel Expenses

No matter how far you’re going, expect to pay travel expenses. This includes fuel costs, food and water on the road and lodging during a long-distance move. Depending on your move, you may also need temporary pet boarding or car shipping services.

Moving Add-Ons

When you hire professional Moving Helpers®, keep in mind that add-ons like furniture assembly services and moving insurance, will cost more. Another common add-on is specialty item moving, like for pianos, pool tables and safes. You can find experienced Service Providers ready to load and unload all of your oversized items with Moving Help® - Powered by U-Haul.

Self-Storage

It’s common for downsizing families to use self-storage after their move. This allows you to keep unused furniture, clothing and other belongings safely stored while not in use. If you’re interested in storage, some U-Haul locations offer one free month of storage with the reservation of a one-way truck or trailer. Or, if you are looking for portable storage, consider renting a U-Box container!

Moving Supplies

This can include cardboard boxes, packing tape, stretch wrap, etc. These may be small items, but they can add up quickly. You may be able to score some used boxes from friends and family, but other items may need purchasing. Check U-Haul® Customer Connect for free or low-cost supplies, and use the U-Haul® Moving Supply Calculator to get an approximate supply list.

Move-Out Fees

If renting, check your lease agreement to see if you’re responsible for any move-out fees. This may include carpet cleaning charges or early lease termination fees (if applicable). You may also want to check if you will be getting your security deposit back. It will come in handy!

Try to find a Moving Help Service Provider that also offers home cleaning services. This can get your moving and cleaning needs taken care of all in one reservation! When making your reservation simply adjust the filter to find providers that offer cleaning services. 

Extra Bills

Cancellation and activation fees for your utilities, internet, cable and other services can quickly pile up. Try to find out what you’re responsible for well ahead of time so you can budget accordingly.

Professional Packing

Most Service Providers typically offer packing services in addition to loading and unloading. This can be especially useful for with fragile items you might worry about in transit. Moving Help Service Providers that offer packing services can ensure that every inch of your U-Haul rental truck is packed securely, leaving no wasted space.

How Much Should You Tip Moving Helpers®?

Don’t forget to tip! Although it’s not mandatory, Moving Help Service Providers are industry pros and, like everyone, appreciate being tipped after a job well done.

Asking yourself how much should you tip your service providers? For a smaller job, 10-15% is common, while larger jobs call for a tip closer to 15-20%.

Wondering how to find moving help? The easiest way to find affordable, trustworthy, professional providers is by heading over to the Moving Help Marketplace. Moving Help® has providers all over the country ready to help you carry out your next move and you can sign up today!