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Compare the Top 1 Athens, IL Movers

According to thousands of honest reviews in your area, these are the top-rated movers as of Saturday, December 21, 2024.

$150/hr

After 2 movers 2 hr min

Alpha Moving Assistance

4.8 36 verified reviews

Decatur, IL

188 moves with HireAHelper

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Athens Mover Reviews

Claire S from Champaign, IL

Reviewing: Alpha Moving Assistance

(5 out of 5 rating)

I only wished they would’ve thought to ask if I needed help setting up the beds today. I forgot to ask. They were very accommodating and personable. They offered future help. We were very happy otherwise with their service.

Reviewed on: 9/3/2024

Cost: $923

Helpers: 3 / 4hr

Vehicle: Freight Trailer

Service: Unloading

Local Moving Resources for Athens

HireAHelper compiles data from hundreds of moves in the greater Athens area to share with you, so you can have accurate, up-to-the-minute timelines and prices for Illinois movers near you.

Avg. Athens move books:

2 movers/hr.

Avg. Athens move takes:

3 hours

Frequently asked moving questions in Athens

When is it cheapest to move in Athens?

September

Of all months of the year, the cheapest time to move in Athens is September. Get your personalized moving quote.

What day is it cheaper to move in Athens?

Sunday

Sunday is the cheapest day to move in Athens.

The best time of day to move in Athens is...

4 PM - 5 PM

People who save the most on their move in Athens started it at 4 PM - 5 PM.

How far in advance should I schedule my appointment?

13 days

People in Athens tend to book their move at least 13 days in advance.

How much do movers in Athens cost?

$422

Hiring a moving company in Athens costs $422 on average.

How long does moving in Athens take?

3 hours

Athens movers take 3 hours per job, on average. Check the best times to move in Athens.

How many movers do I need for my move in Athens?

2 movers

Most people moving in Athens hire 2 movers to come out on moving day. Read more about hiring the right number of movers.

What size truck do I need when moving in Athens?

17' Truck

Most people in Athens need a 17' moving truck. Compare rental trucks and find your perfect size.

Advice for Moving in Athens or Anywhere.

Because we know a little about moving, we've written some need-to-know articles that can help make moving in Athens, or anywhere really, as easy as can be.

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Why Do So Many People in Athens Use HireAHelper?

Nobody understands moving in Athens like we do.

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71 Athens Mover Reviews

On average, movers on HireAHelper earn 4.8 stars out of 5.0 after 291,467 verified customer reviews

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