{"id":9017,"date":"2026-07-07T17:06:20","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T17:06:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/?p=9017"},"modified":"2026-07-07T17:10:23","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T17:10:23","slug":"move-yourself-or-hire-moving-company","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/about\/blog\/move-yourself-or-hire-moving-company\/","title":{"rendered":"Should You Move Yourself or Hire a Moving Company?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-g24h0r-3d3c84da36c4764465ac58d4e0053c66\">\n.avia-section.av-g24h0r-3d3c84da36c4764465ac58d4e0053c66{\nbackground-repeat:no-repeat;\nbackground-image:url(https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/subheader.jpg);\nbackground-position:50% 50%;\nbackground-attachment:scroll;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='av_section_1'  class='avia-section av-g24h0r-3d3c84da36c4764465ac58d4e0053c66 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_section  avia-builder-el-first  avia-bg-style-scroll av-minimum-height av-minimum-height-50 av-height-50  container_wrap sidebar_right'  data-section-bg-repeat='no-repeat' data-av_minimum_height_pc='50' data-av_min_height_opt='50'><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><main  role=\"main\" itemprop=\"mainContentOfPage\"  class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-9017'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-lz35a5zi-aef5d10b208876f0af42a1f182245351\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-lz35a5zi-aef5d10b208876f0af42a1f182245351{\npadding-bottom:10px;\ncolor:#ffffff;\nfont-size:60px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-lz35a5zi-aef5d10b208876f0af42a1f182245351 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-lz35a5zi-aef5d10b208876f0af42a1f182245351 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:60px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-lz35a5zi-aef5d10b208876f0af42a1f182245351 .special-heading-inner-border{\nborder-color:#ffffff;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-lz35a5zi-aef5d10b208876f0af42a1f182245351 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 480px) and (max-width: 767px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-lz35a5zi-aef5d10b208876f0af42a1f182245351 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-lz35a5zi-aef5d10b208876f0af42a1f182245351 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-lz35a5zi-aef5d10b208876f0af42a1f182245351 av-special-heading-h1 custom-color-heading blockquote modern-quote modern-centered  avia-builder-el-1  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  pagetitle av-inherit-size'><h1 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Should You Move Yourself or Hire a Moving Company?<\/h1><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/main><!-- close content main element --><\/div><\/div><div id='av_section_2'  class='avia-section av-dnn1or-3a341ee0e2b564d44e1e8e1191428167 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-2  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_section  medium avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-9017'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-c4plez-2c909f13e94a43a204763571b900f205\">\n.flex_column.av-c4plez-2c909f13e94a43a204763571b900f205{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  id=\"citypageform\"  class='flex_column av-c4plez-2c909f13e94a43a204763571b900f205 av_two_third  avia-builder-el-3  el_before_av_one_third  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><p><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lz35c9hi-cba5e7260d7cb93e90c1dd2893b45cf5 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving yourself can seem like the cheapest option at first. You rent a truck, ask a few friends for help, and hope everything goes smoothly. But once you factor in time, equipment, fuel, heavy lifting, and potential damage, the decision is not always as simple as it looks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Unique Movers, we help customers make moves that fit their homes, timelines, and budgets. If you\u2019re deciding between a DIY move and hiring <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/moving\/residential\/\"><b>professional movers<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, call <\/span><a href=\"tel:+13202373776\"><b>(320) 237-3776<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or use our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/contact\/\"><b>contact form<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to talk through your options.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<div  class='avia-button-wrap av-a4taej-540d12b77303c8f35c8975251dcbfd58-wrap avia-button-left  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-last '>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-a4taej-540d12b77303c8f35c8975251dcbfd58\">\n#top #wrap_all .avia-button.av-a4taej-540d12b77303c8f35c8975251dcbfd58{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\ntransition:all 0.4s ease-in-out;\n}\n#top #wrap_all.avia-button.av-a4taej-540d12b77303c8f35c8975251dcbfd58:hover .avia_button_background{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<a href='https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/contact\/'  class='avia-button av-a4taej-540d12b77303c8f35c8975251dcbfd58 av-link-btn avia-icon_select-no avia-size-medium avia-position-left avia-color-theme-color'   aria-label=\"Request A Quote\"><span class='avia_iconbox_title' >Request A Quote<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/p><\/div><div  class='flex_column av-8pj82j-bd2d228a5b875c8daeec00e9f37bbe3e av_one_third  avia-builder-el-6  el_after_av_two_third  el_before_av_one_full  flex_column_div  '     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-lz35asde-f9d5499bd3aa4d77598bb092f4622292\">\n.avia-image-container.av-lz35asde-f9d5499bd3aa4d77598bb092f4622292 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-lz35asde-f9d5499bd3aa4d77598bb092f4622292 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-lz35asde-f9d5499bd3aa4d77598bb092f4622292 av-styling-no-styling avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-7  avia-builder-el-no-sibling '   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-9015 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-9015 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/moveYourselfOrHire.webp\" alt='A bedroom neatly packed up with boxes for moving.' title='moveYourselfOrHire'  height=\"720\" width=\"720\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/moveYourselfOrHire.webp 720w, https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/moveYourselfOrHire-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/moveYourselfOrHire-80x80.webp 80w, https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/moveYourselfOrHire-36x36.webp 36w, https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/moveYourselfOrHire-180x180.webp 180w, https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/moveYourselfOrHire-705x705.webp 705w, https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/moveYourselfOrHire-400x400.webp 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2k4zvl-d8a755003fdca167152796c241b81c12\">\n.flex_column.av-2k4zvl-d8a755003fdca167152796c241b81c12{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  id=\"citypageform\"  class='flex_column av-2k4zvl-d8a755003fdca167152796c241b81c12 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-8  el_after_av_one_third  el_before_av_hr  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-m8swqr7p-edbcf37e9d5fd234a69212ee03173be4 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2>Factors When Comparing Hiring A Moving Company vs. DIY<\/h2>\n<h3>Compare the Real Cost<\/h3>\n<p>A DIY move may save money upfront, but there are often extra costs people forget to include. Truck rental, mileage, fuel, moving blankets, dollies, boxes, straps, extra insurance, and the possibility for injury can add up quickly.<\/p>\n<p>Professional moving companies usually provide a clearer estimate based on the size of your move, travel distance, crew needs, and the services you request. While hiring movers may cost more than doing it yourself, it can also reduce risk, save time, and prevent last-minute expenses.<\/p>\n<h3>Think About Your Time<\/h3>\n<p>Moving takes longer than most people expect. Packing, loading, driving, unloading, returning the truck, and cleaning up can easily take an entire weekend or more.<\/p>\n<p>Hiring movers helps free up your time for everything else that comes with a move, like updating addresses, setting up utilities, managing kids or pets, and settling into your new space.<\/p>\n<h3>Consider the Physical Work<\/h3>\n<p>Moving is hard on your body. Heavy furniture, stairs, tight corners, and awkward items can lead to sore backs, dropped belongings, or injuries.<\/p>\n<p>Professional movers are trained to handle bulky and fragile items safely. They also bring the right equipment, which makes a major difference when moving dressers, appliances, sectionals, safes, or specialty furniture.<\/p>\n<h3>Look at the Complexity of the Move<\/h3>\n<p>Some moves are simple enough to handle yourself. A small apartment, a short distance, and limited furniture may be manageable with the right help.<\/p>\n<p>Other moves are more complicated. If you have multiple bedrooms, lots of stairs, large furniture, storage needs, or specialty items, professional moving companies can make the process much smoother.<\/p>\n<h3>Decide How Much Help You Need<\/h3>\n<p>Hiring movers doesn\u2019t have to mean handing over the entire move. Some customers pack everything themselves and hire movers only for loading, transport, and unloading. Others want help with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/moving\/packers-movers\/\"><strong>packing<\/strong><\/a>, supplies,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/moving\/storage\/\"><strong>storage<\/strong><\/a>, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/moving\/specialty-moving\/\"><strong>specialty items<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Unique Movers offers flexible support so you can choose the level of help that makes sense for your situation.<\/p>\n<h3>Watch for Hidden Stress<\/h3>\n<p>DIY moves often depend on friends, family, and perfect timing. If someone cancels, the truck is delayed, or the weather turns, things can get stressful fast.<\/p>\n<p>Professional movers bring structure to the day. You know who\u2019s coming, what equipment they\u2019re bringing, and how the move will be handled. That reliability can be worth a lot when moving day arrives.<\/p>\n<h2>When DIY Moving May Make Sense<\/h2>\n<p>A DIY move may be a good fit if you have very few belongings, a short distance to travel, easy access at both locations, and reliable help available. It can also work well for college moves, small apartments, or single-room relocations.<\/p>\n<p>The key is being honest about the amount of work involved before committing to doing it all yourself.<\/p>\n<h2>When Hiring a Moving Company Is the Better Choice<\/h2>\n<p>Hiring professional movers is usually the better option for larger homes, tight timelines, heavy furniture, specialty items, or anyone who wants to reduce the physical and logistical burden of moving.<\/p>\n<p>If your goal is to protect your belongings, save time, and keep moving day organized, working with an experienced moving company can make a big difference.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-m6ti7d4e-d186d46feda29d7563c88e32202be96e\">\n#top .hr.hr-invisible.av-m6ti7d4e-d186d46feda29d7563c88e32202be96e{\nheight:40px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='hr av-m6ti7d4e-d186d46feda29d7563c88e32202be96e hr-invisible  avia-builder-el-10  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full '><span class='hr-inner '><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-6t55t7-6d09e739ba604e816b4497362cd14295\">\n.flex_column.av-6t55t7-6d09e739ba604e816b4497362cd14295{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-6t55t7-6d09e739ba604e816b4497362cd14295 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-11  el_after_av_hr  avia-builder-el-last  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-34n6aq-df70f3bb334a7286756241c333239438\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-34n6aq-df70f3bb334a7286756241c333239438{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-34n6aq-df70f3bb334a7286756241c333239438 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-34n6aq-df70f3bb334a7286756241c333239438 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-34n6aq-df70f3bb334a7286756241c333239438 av-special-heading-h2 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-12  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Protect Your Electronics During Your Residential Move<\/h2><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-m6tiu04s-8b20ef35d0d8c3c76b8cc99993a99b72 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to DIY moving vs. hiring a moving company, there\u2019s no one-size-fits-all answer. The right choice depends on your budget, schedule, home size, and comfort level with the work involved.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Unique Movers, we help customers find the right level of moving support for their needs. Whether you need a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/moving\/residential\/\"><b>full-service move<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or just help with the heavy lifting, our team is ready to make moving day easier. <\/span><a href=\"tel:+13202373776\"><b>Call Unique Movers today<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or fill out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/uniquemoversusa.com\/MN\/contact\/\"><b>online contact form<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with any questions or to get a moving quote.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<div  class='avia-button-wrap av-2l2fdi-3e4f79140d6d3bcd403825668b06dd88-wrap avia-button-left  avia-builder-el-14  el_after_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-last '>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2l2fdi-3e4f79140d6d3bcd403825668b06dd88\">\n#top #wrap_all .avia-button.av-2l2fdi-3e4f79140d6d3bcd403825668b06dd88{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\ntransition:all 0.4s 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