{"id":53947,"date":"2021-08-23T11:16:54","date_gmt":"2021-08-23T18:16:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movinginsiderblog.uhaul.net\/?p=53947"},"modified":"2023-12-19T10:25:00","modified_gmt":"2023-12-19T17:25:00","slug":"hands-off-move-with-movinghelp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/2021\/08\/23\/hands-off-move-with-movinghelp\/","title":{"rendered":"Hands-Off Move with Moving Help"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"403\" height=\"403\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/MovingHelpFB2.jpg\" alt=\"movinghelp\" class=\"wp-image-16335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/MovingHelpFB2.jpg 403w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/MovingHelpFB2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/12\/MovingHelpFB2-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 403px) 100vw, 403px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Budgeting for your move can be difficult when moving companies quote you thousands of dollars for local and cross-country moves. Get the same back-saving experience at a fraction of the cost by pairing U-Haul equipment and services for a hands-off move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who Does the Work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since you\u2019re DIYing your hands-off move, there is a bit of preparation involved for moving day. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingHelp\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movinghelp&amp;utm_content=20210820-fullservicemovewithmovinghelp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Moving Help<\/a> has the hard labor covered. You\u2019ll need to make sure you have your equipment reserved and supplies picked up before your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingHelp\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movinghelp&amp;utm_content=20210820-fullservicemovewithmovinghelp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Moving Help service providers<\/a> arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is Moving Help?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingHelp\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movinghelp&amp;utm_content=20210820-fullservicemovewithmovinghelp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Moving Help<\/a> is an online marketplace that connects you with affordable, local service providers. Sift through the choices by price, reviews, and services offered. Reserve your help by the hour- starting at 2- and add the number of service providers you\u2019ll need. On moving day, they can help:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pack<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Load\/Unload your truck, trailer or U-Box container<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unpack<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clean<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deliver your U-Box container<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Design your move as hands-off or DIY it by selecting the options you need, and payment is given once you\u2019re completely satisfied and finished with the move.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/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=\"Moving Insider - Moving Help\u00ae\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4j2Lft4yVZc?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Movers VS Moving Help<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Movers-1-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-53964\" style=\"width:521px;height:521px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Movers-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Movers-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Movers-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Movers-1-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Movers-1-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Movers-1.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Choosing Your Equipment for a Hands-Off Move<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"721\" height=\"541\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/MovingHelp_Apartment__0295.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7393\" style=\"width:342px;height:256px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/MovingHelp_Apartment__0295.jpg 721w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/02\/MovingHelp_Apartment__0295-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 721px) 100vw, 721px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Truck-Rentals\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=trucks&amp;utm_content=20210820-fullservicemovewithmovinghelp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trucks<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Trailers\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=trailer&amp;utm_content=20210820-fullservicemovewithmovinghelp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trailers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/UBox\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=ubox&amp;utm_content=20210820-fullservicemovewithmovinghelp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U-Box containers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider your moving journey. Do you have kids or pets? They may need some extra space and comfort that your personal vehicle offers. With this option, you could haul your personal luggage and all your &#8220;must have&#8221; essential items behind in one of our trailers. In summary, these are the types of variables that you should prioritize when picking out your moving equipment. Read more tips <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Blog\/2019\/09\/26\/moving-day-equipment-essentials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> on picking the right equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Choosing Your Supplies for a Hands-Off Move<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Either way you pack and load it, you\u2019re going to need to protect what matters using the appropriate moving supplies. For glassware and fragile items, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Packing-Supplies\/Enviro-Bubble-Small-Bubble-(150%e2%80%99-x-12-)\/?mid=98&amp;aid=2297&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movingsupplies&amp;utm_content=20210820-fullservicemovewithmovinghelp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bubble cushion<\/a> or pad the inside of the box with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Packing-Supplies\/Packing-Paper-Bulk-(25-lb-pack)\/?id=8606&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movingsupplies&amp;utm_content=20210820-fullservicemovewithmovinghelp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">packing paper<\/a> to protect your things from rattling around. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Packing-Supplies\/Cushion-foam-pouches\/?mid=292&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movingsupplies&amp;utm_content=20210820-fullservicemovewithmovinghelp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U-Haul Cushion Foam Pouches<\/a>&nbsp;are also helpful: designed in a variety of sizes to accommodate dishware and glassware easily. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Packing-Supplies\/Glass-Pack-Kit\/?id=2701&amp;utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movingsupplies&amp;utm_content=20210820-fullservicemovewithmovinghelp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U-Haul Dishsaver and Glass Pack Kits<\/a> were designed to make moving easier &#8211; each kit includes cushion foam pouches, dividers and a heavy-duty cardboard box. Check out some of our other blogs for more packing tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Blog\/2015\/04\/16\/tips-for-packing-and-moving-books\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Packing Books<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Blog\/2014\/01\/25\/tips-for-packing-electronic-devices\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Packing Electronics<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Blog\/2014\/11\/14\/how-to-choose-the-right-packing-supplies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Choosing Your Supplies<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Blog\/2014\/08\/19\/packing-timeline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Packing Timeline<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"725\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/6_18_Social_Media_U-Box_Moving_Supplies-1109-1024x725.jpg\" alt=\"how to pack glasses\" class=\"wp-image-44881\" style=\"width:705px;height:498px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/6_18_Social_Media_U-Box_Moving_Supplies-1109-1024x725.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/6_18_Social_Media_U-Box_Moving_Supplies-1109-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/6_18_Social_Media_U-Box_Moving_Supplies-1109-768x544.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/6_18_Social_Media_U-Box_Moving_Supplies-1109-640x453.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/6_18_Social_Media_U-Box_Moving_Supplies-1109-1200x849.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/6_18_Social_Media_U-Box_Moving_Supplies-1109.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For more moving day material read up on our <a href=\"http:\/\/uhaul.com\/blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">other blogs<\/a> and follow us on <a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/uhaul\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twitter<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/instagram.com\/uhaul\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>, and <a href=\"http:\/\/facebook.com\/uhaul\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Budgeting for your move can be difficult when moving companies quote you thousands of dollars for local and cross-country moves. 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