Answered by Jenna Farmer
May 9, 2013
We're glad you came to Movers.com to look for your service!
With more people wanting to take control of their move, many are interested in getting help just to load or unload a truck as a partial service for the sake of time and physical stress.
Hire Moving Laborers
There are plenty of moving companies that offer this type of labor service, and generally charge by the hour per mover. This can save you money since you won't be hiring full service movers, and it can save you the backbreaking task of lifting what seems like endless amounts of heavy boxes and oddly shaped furniture. These movers are specially trained, so you can worry less about your plasma TV getting damaged because you couldn't see around the corner of the hallway.You'll also enjoy getting the loading portion of your move done a lot faster, so you can concentrate on getting to your new destination.
Since you're on a tight deadline, be sure to use the link above to get a quote as soon as possible - it's getting close to the summer months when moving companies are very busy!
If you can't find a moving company that suits your needs or budget, you can always:
Hire Friends or Neighbors
This may be the most cost-effective way to load your belongings, as long as you can trust the friends you enlist to load your goods carefully. If you're fortunate enough to have people in your area who are willing to donate their time to help you get packed up, be sure to go about the asking process tactfully. You'll want to make sure you have a packing plan in order as well, since your friends and neighbors won't necessarily have the know-how that professionals do. Allow plenty of time, including food and water breaks for this process.