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Move with less stress with local full-service. Your professional movers will handle the loading, transporting, and unloading so you can settle into your new home with ease.
Save money on your long distance move. We'll drop off a semi-trailer, and you load your belongings at your pace—only pay for the square footage you use. Learn more about how long-distance moving works with MovingPlace.
MovingPlace has built partnerships with trusted, licensed movers in the Ames area—so you can book confidently, knowing your move will be handled by professionals who treat you and your belongings with care.
Full-service moves in Ames average around $1,143.68, but timing can affect pricing. You might save money by moving mid-week or during May.
Your full-service moving quote covers labor to load and unload boxes and furniture, plus a truck and driver to haul everything to your new home.
Check out the table below for more details on the cost of local full-service moving in Ames, IA.
| Move Size | Average Cost | Number of Movers | Number of Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | $926.27 | 2 movers | 4 hours |
| Medium | $1,246.10 | 3 movers | 6 hours |
| Large | $1,730.00 | 3 movers | 7 hours |
MovingPlace uses data from thousands of real moves to estimate costs in your area. We combine our first-party data and proprietary methodology to analyze national trends and adjust for local market factors—providing you a reliable estimate for your move. Learn more about the methodology for our local moving cost averages.
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Keep in mind: many factors can affect the actual cost of your move—like the time of year, current demand, number of stairs, heavy items, and more. The best way to get accurate pricing for your specific move is to use our simple, 3-step quote tool. You can compare pricing from multiple providers, customize your move, and ultimately book the mover that best fits your needs.
In Ames, IA, the average cost of labor-only move help is only $439.68, compared to $1,143.68 for a local full-service move, so hiring labor-only movers could save you hundreds of dollars on your move, if you're willing to rent a truck or moving container.
Additionally, MovingPlace's algorithm matches you with the mover that offers the best value for your needs, and our Best Price Guarantee means that you can book with the confidence that you are getting the best deal.
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If you’re moving in and around the local Ames area, you can rely on MovingPlace to make your experience as stress-free as possible.
Use our intuitive booking tool to schedule your local move online. Just enter your details, select your options, and lock in your moving date—all in a matter of minutes.
After thousands of moves, we’ve learned a lot about what makes a move go smoothly. These local insights from Ames can help you plan smarter and stress less.
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