I’ve been thinking a lot about this lately because I’m planning a move next month. Last time I moved, I tried to do everything myself with a rented van and a couple of friends. At first it sounded easy and cheaper, but by the end of the day we were exhausted, arguing about how to fit the couch through the door, and I realized I underestimated how much work it really is. Now I’m wondering if hiring a moving company would actually be more convenient and maybe even less stressful. Has anyone compared both options in real life? I’m trying to figure out if paying professionals is worth it or if self-moving still makes sense in most cases.
When I moved last year, I had the same dilemma. I started by browsing the All Movers site to compare different top movers in my area, just to see what services they offer and how pricing works. It actually helped me understand the difference between full-service moving and just hiring a truck with labor. In the end, I chose a company because I had a lot of heavy furniture and not many friends available on a weekday. It cost more than doing it myself, but I saved time and avoided back pain. If you don’t have too many вещей and you’re flexible with time, self-moving can work. But if convenience and speed matter, professionals can really simplify the whole process.
Funny enough, this topic caught my eye because I’ve moved three times in five years, mostly for work. Every move felt different depending on the city and timing. Sometimes the stress comes not from carrying boxes but from organizing everything around the move — paperwork, utilities, cleaning. I think convenience depends a lot on personal situation: budget, distance, how much stuff you own. There’s no single right answer, but planning ahead seems to make the biggest difference no matter which option you choose.
