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Your Guide on Local Moving

Moving across town doesn't have to be a hassle. Hire hourly labor near you that can help load and unload. Or check out our top picks below for different moving options like full-service, containers or truck rentals. After hundreds of hours of research and real moves, we’ve found the best local moving companies to help you choose with confidence.

Your Guide on Local Moving

Moving across town doesn't have to be a hassle. Hire hourly labor near you that can help load and unload. Or check out our top picks below for different moving options like full-service, containers or truck rentals. After hundreds of hours of research and real moves, we’ve found the best local moving companies to help you choose with confidence.

Find the right moving service

Compare mover types to determine which option is right for you.

Labor only or Full-service

They do the heavy lifting.

4.6 out of 5 stars

4.6

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Online booking options
$25 Move.org discount

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Hire labor-only movers to keep costs down. Full-service movers cost more but handle everything, including packing, driving, loading, and unloading.

Containers

You load, they ship.

4.6 out of 5 stars

4.6

Financing available
3 container sizes
10% Move.org discount

You load and unload, but the movers transport your container to your new home. It’s the middle road for effort and cost.

Truck rentals

You drive.

4.2 out of 5 stars

4.2

Best mileage rates for <100 miles
4 truck sizes
Military, senior, student discounts

Worried about costs? Rent a truck, load it yourself, drive it to your new home, and unload all your things. You do all the work and save on costs.

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How do different types of movers compare?

To save time and effort, we recommend either full-service or container movers (or a hybrid) over renting a truck.

Type of mover	Full-service mover	Hourly labor	Container mover	Hybrid mover	Truck rental
They load + unload	Yes	Yes	No	Add-on option*	No
They drive	Yes	No	Yes	Yes	No
Storage	Yes	No	Yes	Yes	No
Cost	$$$	$	$$	$$$	$

*Some container movers offer an add-on option to hire hourly labor. Costs extra.

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