Can I Simply Hire a Moving Team Just to Load the Truck?

This article lets you know that it is possible to book only the moving labor of truck loading and unloading without all the extra services. We break it down into steps of how to book this.

Yes, you can hire movers just to load a truck! That is the answer plain and simple. Many moving companies offer a variety of services, including labor-only options where you pay for the labor hours of loading and unloading without the full-service moving package.

This means you pack up and unpack on your own and they only move your things from point A to point B.

This can be a great choice if you already have a truck or are handling the transportation yourself.

1. Research Local Movers on iMoving

• Search by Labor-Only Services: When you use iMoving you can choose your preferences by service. Look for moving companies or labor-only services that offer loading and unloading assistance. All iMoving vendors have been pre-vetted and are trusted and tried.
• Get Quotes: Put in your info for the move such as addresses, moving dates preferred, total volume, and what furniture you will need to move, and if your info is accurate then you will get accurate binding quotes in a matter of minutes. Be specific about the amount of work needed, the number of movers needed, and the duration of the job to get the 

2. Verify Insurance

• Insurance and Licensing: The moving company must be licensed and insured. This protects you in case of damage or accidents during the move. Here at iMoving we verify each and every vendor to check all their documents and records. We even vet them using secret shopping techniques. 

3. Book the Movers

• Book in Advance: Schedule the date and time for the movers as much in advance as you can. Confirm the details a few days before the move to avoid any last-minute issues. Lock them down and know the job will be done.
• Prepare for the Movers: Since you didn’t take the full service package make sure all your home items are packed up in closed-off boxes that are well labeled. If you aren’t prepared it will take your laborers many more hours for the job which will be reflected in the final bill.
• Organize: Make sure all items are packed and ready to go. Clearly label boxes and disassemble furniture if you didn’t take the disassembly option from your mover.
• Access: Make sure the moving team has access to the truck and can easily reach items that need to be loaded. If there is a weird staircase or no place to park the truck let them know ahead of time so your quotes will be accurate. 

4. During the Move Itself

• Supervise: Be there during the loading to oversee it all and answer any questions the movers may have about what needs to go where.

Tip: It’s a must to tip movers based on the quality of their service. They expect this after moving your goods all day.

• Cost-Effective: You pay for only the services you need, which can be more cheap than a full-service move. Only do this if you really can be ok without the rest of the services.
• Professional Workers: Experienced movers can handle heavy and bulky items efficiently, with less risk of injury or damage to the walls or your items.
• Time is Money: Professional movers can often complete the job doubly as fast than you could on your own.

Hiring movers just for loading and unloading the truck can make your move more manageable and less stressful. If you can handle the rest of the move on your own including driving the truck and assembling all your own furniture, you will for sure save big!