How To Find Quality Moving Help®
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According to the U.S. Census Bureau, a person moves at least 11 times in their lifetime. That’s bound to get tiring after a while! Hiring movers can be a great option for taking added work off of your plate. But how does hiring movers work? Here’s some U-Haul certified tips for finding reliable, affordable, and reputable Moving Help!
How to Find Local Movers Near You
Don’t waste time comparing prices and quality yourself — U-Haul gives you everything you need all in one place! With the Moving Help Marketplace, you can find local Moving Helpers ready to assist with anything from packing, to loading, to cleaning up your place.
How Does Hiring U-Haul Moving Help Work?
First, head over to the Moving Help Marketplace. Then, all you have to do is enter your location, service date, and start time. From there, you’ll have access to local, labor-only movers that you can filter by rating, price, or service.
How Much Do U-Haul Movers Cost?
On average, you can expect to pay about $200-300 for 2 hours of work with 2 helpers. The price can change depending on:
- The size of the moving crew
- The time you’re booking them for
- The distance from your place to the truck
- The amount of stairs they’ll have to climb
How to Hire Quality Moving Help
When you find Moving Helpers on the Moving Help Marketplace, you can trust that they’ll be reliable. But just because they’re highly rated doesn’t automatically mean they’re the best fit for you. Here’s how to find the best Moving Help for your next project.
1. Research Moving Helpers®
Moving Helpers are independently owned so each one offers unique moving services. Each Moving Helper profile will come with real customer reviews, so you’ll know what you’re getting into before booking.
2. Get Price Estimates
All local moving prices are listed upfront so you can select the Moving Helper that best fits your budget. The prices listed cover the cost of processing, confirming and settling the transaction with your provider.
We recommend speaking with your Moving Help provider after booking to cover the logistics of your move. You will be able to discuss packing options, labor services, and set the time you would like them to arrive with your Moving Helper directly. Your provider should reach out to you about 24 hours before your moving date.
Need help estimating how many hours of Moving Help you need? No problem. Here’s a chart that estimates how many hours of service you need by crew size, location, and carry distance to your moving truck.
Pro Tip: Make sure to factor the cost of a tip into your final moving budget! Just like tipping a waiter, a 20% tip is industry standard. Learn more about tipping your Moving Helpers.
3. Book Your Moving Help
The reservation process is easy. Visit movinghelp.com and fill out your zip code, the date of your move, and the time of day you would like your move to start.
From there, you'll be shown a list of Moving Helpers available in your area.
Once you reserve your Moving Helper, you’ll receive a Payment Code that you can find:
- On your receipt
- In your reservation confirmation email
You'll give the Payment Code to your Moving Helper after they’re done with the job, and you’re completely satisfied. This helps ensure the job is done to your liking.
If for any reason you need to cancel your moving services before the day of your move, you can log into your account and Moving Help will refund your money, guaranteed.
4. Leave a Review
We encourage all customers to leave a review of their experience after their move. Your feedback helps our Service Providers improve, while also helping future customers get a better understanding of the service and find the right provider.
Pro Tip: If you submit a review of your Moving Helper, you'll be refunded the $5.95 handling fee that was collected at the time of your reservation.
The Best Local Movers, All in One Place
With the Moving Help Marketplace, you don’t have to spend all your time doing research and comparing moving companies. All the information you need is right at your fingertips, making it easier to find the best match for your move.
Start your move today — and find trusted local help in minutes!