# Hiring Movers to Load a Truck [![Profile picture for user blee@arcb.com](/sites/www/files/styles/thumbnail/public/pictures/2020-03/Brittney2.png.webp?itok=bTCtAccV)](/author/brittney-lee) By: [Brittney Lee](/author/brittney-lee "View user profile.") Dec 17, 2025 In: [Packing and Loading](/articles/category/packing-and-loading) - [ facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fd8prod.upack.com%2Farticles%2Fhiring-movers-to-load-a-truck) - [ linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=http%3A%2F%2Fd8prod.upack.com%2Farticles%2Fhiring-movers-to-load-a-truck&title=Hiring%20Movers%20to%20Load%20a%20Truck) - [ twitter ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Hiring%20Movers%20to%20Load%20a%20Truck&url=http%3A%2F%2Fd8prod.upack.com%2Farticles%2Fhiring-movers-to-load-a-truck) - [ pinterest ](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fd8prod.upack.com%2Farticles%2Fhiring-movers-to-load-a-truck&media=&description=Hiring%20Movers%20to%20Load%20a%20Truck) - [ email ](mailto:?subject=Hiring%20Movers%20to%20Load%20a%20Truck&body=http%3A%2F%2Fd8prod.upack.com%2Farticles%2Fhiring-movers-to-load-a-truck) ## When you need to hire someone to help load and unload moving equipment Choosing a DIY moving solution saves money, but it also comes with more work, including packing, loading, and unloading things yourself. While some people [ask family and friends for help moving](http://d8prod.upack.com/articles/should-you-ask-friends-to-help-you-move), the option isn’t always possible. Can you hire a professional crew just for loading and unloading the truck without paying full-service prices? Absolutely. ![hiring movers](data:image/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg'%20viewBox%3D'0%200%201%201'%2F%3E) ## How to hire moving labor There are two ways to hire a crew to help with loading or unloading: at the time of booking the equipment or afterward. If you’re a U-Pack® customer, it’s easy to add labor while making a reservation. We refer customers to experienced local crews through HireAHelper. If you’ve already booked your move, you can still add labor — call the number on your U-Pack reservation for help. You can also contact [HireAHelper online](https://www.hireahelper.com/?affil=31363034) or call them directly at 866-394-4710 for a quote. ### Can non-U-Pack customers use HireAHelper? You can use HireAHelper with other DIY solutions. Of course, we encourage you to [check U-Pack prices](http://d8prod.upack.com/moving-quote) for your move if you’re not already bound by a contract with another company. ### What size crew should I hire and for how long? The number of workers you need and the time it will take them depend on the size of your home and the amount of stuff you're moving. Larger or heavily furnished homes need a larger crew, while smaller homes and apartments can get by with a smaller one. The chart below serves as a general guideline based on home size and also lists recommended U-Pack equipment for reference. encoding="utf-8" ?Home SizeNumber of ReloCubesLinear Feet in a Moving TrailerSize of CrewNumber of HoursStudio Apartment1 Cube5 linear feet2 movers2 hoursOne-bedroom apartment1-2 Cubes6 linear feet2 movers3 hoursTwo-bedroom apartment2 Cubes7 linear feet2 movers4 hoursTwo-bedroom home2-3 Cubes13 linear feet2 movers 3 movers5 hours 3 hoursSmall three-bedroom home3 Cubes15 linear feet3 movers5 hoursLarge three-bedroom home4 Cubes17 linear feet3 movers6 hoursFour-bedroom home5-6 Cubes23 linear feet4 movers5 hoursFive-bedroom home6-7 Cubes35 linear feet4 movers6 hours ### When should I ask the crew to arrive? U-Pack recommends scheduling moving labor for the day after equipment delivery. This allows you time to load any items you wish and ensures that you won’t pay the crew for downtime while waiting for the arrival of the container or trailer. ## Benefits of hiring labor-only moving crews By combining a labor crew with a DIY solution, such as U-Pack, you can achieve significant savings compared to hiring a full-service mover. - Crews will work under your direction. - Local crews are hired by the hour, so you can pay for as much or as little help as needed. - [Proper preparation for the movers](http://d8prod.upack.com/articles/how-to-prepare-for-movers) can save more money by reducing the hours needed. - You’re still in control of [packing](http://d8prod.upack.com/moving-resources/packing-tips) and can [load](http://d8prod.upack.com/moving-resources/loading-tips) some belongings yourself, if desired. ## Have moving labor questions? Please let us know if you have any questions about [hiring moving labor](http://d8prod.upack.com/moving-resources/moving-labor) or [moving with U-Pack](http://d8prod.upack.com/how-upack-works). If you’re already booked with U-Pack and need to add labor, call the number on your reservation. Still planning? Don’t miss out on your free U-Pack moving quote online or call [*844-362-5303*](tel:844-362-5303)[*844-594-3077*](tel:844-594-3077). 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