Question 1

What is Extra Help Moving?

Accepted Answer

Extra Help Moving is a highly specialized moving platform — not a moving broker. Founded in 1992, we created the moving labor and moving help industry. Customers submit a free service order, receive an AI-calculated moving quote, and then FMCSA-verified professional movers contact them directly with their quotes. We never handle your belongings or take a cut of your move.

Question 2

Is Extra Help Moving a moving broker?

Accepted Answer

No. We are a highly specialized moving platform, not a moving broker. A broker subcontracts your job to a third-party mover and takes a percentage. We do none of that. FMCSA-verified movers contact you directly with their own quotes. You choose who to hire and deal with them one-on-one.

Question 3

Is Extra Help Moving free for customers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, 100% free for customers. You submit a service order at no charge, receive a free AI-calculated moving quote, and professional movers contact you directly with their prices. Unlike brokers, we never charge a fee or take a percentage.

Question 4

How much does it cost to hire movers?

Accepted Answer

Local moves typically cost $300-$2,500 (charged hourly at $80-$150/hr for 2-3 movers). Long-distance moves range from $1,500-$12,000+ based on weight and distance. Submit a free service order to get an AI estimate and real quotes from movers.

Question 5

What does FMCSA-verified mean?

Accepted Answer

FMCSA stands for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Every mover on our platform must have an active DOT and MC number verified in real-time against the federal database. This means they are federally licensed, insured, and authorized to transport household goods.

Question 6

How does the AI-calculated moving quote work?

Accepted Answer

When you submit your move details, our AI instantly calculates an estimated price range based on distance, inventory, and current market rates. When movers send their quotes, you compare them to the AI estimate to see if you are getting a fair, good, or great deal.

Question 7

What types of moves does Extra Help Moving cover?

Accepted Answer

Our platform covers local moves, long-distance/interstate relocations, commercial and office moves, loading and unloading, packing and unpacking services, and specialty item transport including pianos, safes, pool tables, and gym equipment.

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