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Moving help in Chicago

A hand with the lifting, loading, and packing. Moving help covers the physical work; arrange your own transport.

Typical in Chicago: $38.00–$48.00 per hour

Agree on an hourly rate and a maximum number of hours. You pay for the cap when you book. Unused time is refunded after the final hours are approved.

2 hours minimum

These are typical task prices. Your agreed price and service fee appear before you book.

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What’s included

  • Loading and unloading
  • Moving furniture within or between rooms
  • Packing

What isn’t included

  • Transport in the helper’s vehicle
  • Pianos, safes, or hazardous materials

Helpers taking in-home tasks must complete a background check. The badge shows the date of the check; it is not a promise of work quality or safety.

Helpers see only the general area. Your exact address is shared with your helper after you book.

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Helpers for this category

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  • Isaac J.

    Lakeview

    Computer, phone and Wi-Fi help around Lakeview

    Founding helper #4

    • Founding helper
    • Booked again
    • Tasks done
    5 out of 5, 3 reviews

    4 tasks completed

    Usually responds in about 61 min

    Moving help
    $42.00/h2 h minimum
    Computer and phone help
    from $55.00

  • Lauren A.

    Wicker Park

    Moving help and heavy lifting in Chicago

    • Tasks done
    5 out of 5, 2 reviews

    3 tasks completed

    Usually responds in about 64 min

    Moving help
    $48.00/h2 h minimum

  • Kelsey P.

    Wicker Park

    Moving help and heavy lifting in Chicago

    • Tasks done
    5 out of 5, 2 reviews

    2 tasks completed

    Usually responds in about 75 min

    Moving help
    $48.00/h2 h minimum
    Yard cleanup
    from $70.00

Questions people ask

How much does moving help cost in Chicago?

In Chicago, typical prices are $38.00–$48.00 per hour. You agree on the price with your helper before you book, and you see the service fee and your total before you pay.

How are helpers checked?

Before sending offers, every helper verifies their phone, a government ID with a live selfie, and their home address. This service happens in your home, so helpers also need a cleared background check before they can take it.

When am I charged?

You pay when you book. Your helper is paid after the task is done.

Who sees my address?

Only the helper you book, and only after you confirm.

Ready to get it done?

Describe the work, choose your time, and compare offers before you book.

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