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| Size | Price |
| 5' x 5' | $0 |
| 10' x 10' | $85 |
| 10' x 15' | $105 |
| 10' x 20' | $135 |
If you are hiring professionals or helpers, it is a good idea to dispose of any unwanted furniture or household items before the move. The transportation cost of some items may exceed their value.
Sell Your Junk and Save On a Move
How do you check if the company you want to hire has an appropriate license? If you are moving locally, you need to check for a DOT license since most states require moving companies to obtain a DOT number.
Licensed Movers
Learn more about your rights and responsibilities when hiring a mover. The FMCSA provides consumers with helpful information for moving.
Your Moving Rights and Responsibilities When Moving
This checklist focuses on the mistakes that cause the most delays, added costs, and damage during a move. Each item is included because it addresses a problem movers report often, such as unclear box labels that slow unloading, poor weight distribution that causes boxes to break, or missed utility transfers that disrupt move-in day.
The checklist follows the order in which most moves happen, so tasks appear when they are easiest to complete, not after they become problems.
Moving Dos and Don'ts
Moving demand fluctuates throughout the year, and rates change based on the season, day of the week, and regional volume trends. According to data from the American Trucking Associations’ Moving & Storage Conference and the U.S. Census Bureau, most relocations occur between May and September, when prices are highest and availability is limited.
This guide explains how timing affects cost, flexibility, and mover availability. It also outlines the advantages and drawbacks of moving during peak and off-peak periods, helping you choose the best time to plan your move.
When to Schedule a Move
Moving day is here, but your helpers have backed out. If you’re stuck without labor, stay calm and focus on finding help fast. Hiring labor-only movers is one option. They handle loading or unloading trucks and often bring tools like dollies or lifting straps. Many can be booked through apps that handle short-notice requests.
Another option is hiring day laborers from verified local staffing centers. This route often costs less, but workers may not bring equipment or have moving experience, so make sure they fit your needs. Confirm whether the workers are insured or bonded through the company or service. Before hiring anyone, check ratings, confirm pricing details, and ask if they bring their own tools.
Professional Movers vs Day Laborers
All U-Store Mini-Storage 2320 Foster Ave, Janesville, WI 53545 608-756-2250
Alternative Storage 1900 Alden Rd, Janesville, WI 53545 608-741-7867
Avalon Road Storage Co 613 WI-11, Janesville, WI 53546 608-756-2497
B & J Storage 4704 Drott Dr, Janesville, WI 53546 608-755-9590
Crosby Avenue Self Storage Llc 2004 W Court St, Janesville, WI 53548 608-755-9897
Eastside Storage of Janesville 1001 N US Hwy 14, Janesville, WI 53546 608-295-9306
Hideaway Storage 1200 N Touson Dr #9792, Janesville, WI 53546 608-752-4745
Interstate Secure Storage 3031 County Road O, Janesville, WI 53545 608-449-0413
Nehls Storage 5244 N County Road F, Janesville, WI 53545 608-754-6679
Park Place Mini Storage 3033 Mccormick Dr, Janesville, WI 53546 608-868-7379
Riverside Self Storage 100 Sherman Ave, Janesville, WI 53545 608-757-0605
South Oakhill Storage LLC 3317 S Oakhill Ave, Janesville, WI 53546 608-757-1592
Store Mee Weather Self-Storage 1618 E Racine St, Janesville, WI 53545 608-314-0044
Summit Self Storage, LLC 4126 N Newville Rd, Janesville, WI 53545 608-554-4402
Thiele Storage 2134 US-14, Janesville, WI 53545 608-563-5969
Wolff Den Storage 3137 S Tower Dr, Janesville, WI 53546 608-208-9299