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Hiring Movers to Load a Truck
May 18, 2022
Get the help you need on moving day
When you’re relocating, getting everything loaded into the moving equipment can be challenging. If you can’t (or don’t want to) load everything, there are other options. Keep reading for more information about how to hire the right movers for the job.
Determine crew size and time
The first thing to figure out is how much help you need and for how long. A crew of three people is usually most efficient for larger homes because two workers can carry the items to the trailer while the third can stay in the equipment to arrange everything. A smaller home can usually get by with fewer workers.
Here are some general guidelines on crew sizes and the length of time it would normally take them to load or unload:
| Home Size | Number of ReloCubes | Linear Feet in a Moving Trailer | Size of Crew | Number of Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Apartment | 1 Cube | 5 linear feet | 2 movers | 2 hours |
| One-bedroom apartment | 1-2 Cubes | 6 linear feet | 2 movers | 3 hours |
| Two-bedroom apartment | 2 Cubes | 7 linear feet | 2 movers | 4 hours |
| Two-bedroom home | 2-3 Cubes | 13 linear feet | 2 movers 3 movers |
5 hours 3 hours |
| Small three-bedroom home | 3 Cubes | 15 linear feet | 3 movers | 5 hours |
| Large three-bedroom home | 4 Cubes | 17 linear feet | 3 movers | 6 hours |
| Four-bedroom home | 5-6 Cubes | 23 linear feet | 4 movers | 5 hours |
| Five-bedroom home | 6-7 Cubes | 35 linear feet | 4 movers | 6 hours |
If you can ask friends or family to help with some stuff, it might be possible to hire a smaller moving crew to handle only the fragile or heavy things.
Moving with U-Pack? Our moving consultants can recommend a crew size based on your home size and specific service needs.
How to hire movers
It’s simple to add loading or unloading help when you’re moving with U-Pack. Just speak to one of our moving consultants while making a reservation and they can help figure out what’s needed and connect you to moving crews across the country. From there, you’ll choose the movers you want to hire from the available options.
If you’re not moving with U-Pack, we recommend contacting Moving Staffers for a moving labor quote. It’s also helpful to ask family, friends or coworkers for their opinions and advice on the best movers in the area. Look at websites like the Better Business Bureau to read reviews and gain valuable insight into customer service for each company you’re considering.
Get a quote from U-Pack with moving labor
Find out how much your U-Pack move will cost and check rates for moving labor at the same time. Give one of our moving experts a call at 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to talk about the options.
If you have any questions, let us know in the comments. We’re here to help!
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