Moving Labor Services in Elk River

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His Workmanship offers moving labor services. Click on the green titles below to learn more about each service we provide. Our rates start at $120 per hour for 2 movers. New customers can read Ephesians 2:1-10 to receive a $20 discount. Details are on the final step of the contact form.

His Workmanship is a moving company in Elk River

We’ve got your moving project taken care of anywhere in Elk River. Check out the map below to view our service area in Elk River. A moving truck can be rented from the U-Haul located in Elk River, St. Michael or Rogers. Either you can rent the truck or we can do it for an extra fee.

Loading in Elk River

Are you moving out of state and only need help on the front end? Don’t worry! You rent the truck; we’ll bring the muscle. You can trust His Workmanship to load up your items quickly and safely so they arrive at your new place in tact.
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Unloading in Elk River

Unloading your moving truck has never been easier. His Workmanship is the perfect solution for help with unpacking your truck. Get help moving furniture like beds, dressers, tables, couches, packed boxes and much more. You can trust His Workmanship to unload your items quickly and safely.
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Rearranging in Elk River

Do you need some heavy items shuffled around within your house? Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered. His Workmanship movers are strong and experienced with moving big dressers, king size beds, other heavier items.
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Hear what a customer says

“I’m super excited we hired His Workmanship for our move today. All four college movers showed up on time and got right to lifting our heavy items. What caught my attention most was the Christian mission of the company. As a believer myself I felt at peace scheduling movers who I knew I could definitely trust. I have already recommended His Workmanship and will continue to do so.” – Lori
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Curtis Nelson
Curtis Nelson
I have used this service three times now and been very pleased each time. It's easy to set up, reliable, and responsive. The guys who show up to do the work are the same way. They listen to what you say and do a great, thorough job. They may be a little on the pricey side, but with the market the way it is today, they're well worth it!
James Miller
James Miller
Came to my yard removed all my leaves worth every penny! When I forgot to leave the leaf bags on the deck, they went out and bought some and still finished the job in the same amount of time!
Peter Havanac
Peter Havanac
The crew showed up on time and got to work right away. They did everything we wanted and were very thorough. We are very pleased with their work and will be bringing them back in the Spring to do our winter fall leaves.
D R
D R
I've had several projects completed by His Workmanship. The crews are on time, work hard, and do a great job. I highly recommend them.
Sebastiaan Joosten
Sebastiaan Joosten
Pay by the hour, hard workers, clear prices
Vickie Wagner
Vickie Wagner
These young people were able to plant the bed of irises in the dark! This time of year the 3 hours after 4pm are very demanding!
Joe Hajduk
Joe Hajduk
We used the services of His Workmanship twice in the last month. Two different projects that we did not want to handle by ourselves. The young men are courteous and very hard working. I recommend His Workmanship wholeheartedly!
Liz Guille
Liz Guille
We had a great experience with His Workmanship! Brandon and Nate were professional and worked hard. We are very pleased. Highly recommend!
Sharon Costello
Sharon Costello
On time and very professional. The young men got the job done. I needed a lot of leaves raked and bagged and that is exactly what they did. They guys could not have done a better job. Am very pleased. I would certainly use His Workmanship again.
Rachael
Rachael
(Attached photos include one “before” photo and three “after” photos)His Worksmanship was a huge relief for us.We live in the Greater Lansing area, and we recruited a 4-person, 8 hour team from Grand Rapids strictly for weeding and gutting several areas on our property that had been overtaken with overgrowth and debris. Given the great price, we kept expectations low and were just glad to be able to budget for this.Pisith and his team quickly went above and beyond all possible expectations, gutting weeds down to the root, moving debris out of affected beds, and offering to dig out heavy, rotted wood posts and edging that were no longer needed.At the end of the day, because the crew finished slightly early, I requested a few extra projects (picking up and moving tree limbs that had fallen, removing small plastic ponds and filling the holes afterwards, etc.), and the team enthusiastically agreed and efficiently got each task done. No project was left unfinished.Since this house is a family house, and the house is currently in a transition into our generation, this project meant so much to us. We now have a fresh start with our home, and we’ll be able to truly make it “home.” We are so thankful for a spectacular job done by His Worksmanship. THANK YOU!
Sherry Bombassei
Sherry Bombassei
The guys were good workers and well mannered. Price was fair.
Vicki Lynn Nason
Vicki Lynn Nason
Always perfect work!! Great guys, on time & hard workers! Will hire a lot more, when projects come up!
Garrett Holcomb
Garrett Holcomb
Great communication, and even better work! This team knocked out all of our needs faster than expected. Will definitely look to hire for future projects.
Kate Olson
Kate Olson
So helpful with garden tasks I couldn’t get to
mary parker
mary parker
Really fine young men. Listened carefully, executed beautifully, respectful of my property and myself. Highly recommend!
Haejin Lee
Haejin Lee
They worked hard and met our expectations. We will hire them again in the future
mary parker
mary parker
Very nice, respectful and efficient guys!!
Chris Stier
Chris Stier
Used His Workmanship for the first time to trim a dozen large shrubs that were very overgrown, plus some weeding and leaf pickup. Great communication setting up the appointment. The crew arrived on time, worked quickly and efficiently, and clarified my preferences throughout. Will use them again.
Bob Gaines
Bob Gaines
This company makes moving so much less stressful and the cost is extremely reasonable. With their help all the anxiety about the move was basically gone. Also I like the Christian values Everyone I talked to and worked with were full of kindness and patience and hard working.
Nofal Paulus
Nofal Paulus
Great guys, hard working and well worth it!
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Frequently asked questions about moving costs

Bigger moving companies charge based on the move size by giving an onsite estimate that includes a flat fee. This fixed bid typically covers everything including the box truck, manual labor, damage insurance, injury protection, moving pads, shrink wrap, lifting straps and other accessories. There may be a small fee for this consultation but that charge is generally waived if you decide to hire that moving service. On the other hand, smaller moving companies charge by the hour and don’t usually offer an onsite visit, especially if you only need a few items moved within the home. Instead, they may request pictures and then discuss them with the customer during a phone call. This gives moving companies the information they need to determine a fair hourly wage for your moving job.
You can expect to spend at least $100 for single item moves such as relocating an arcade machine from the basement to your garage, or bringing a treadmill from the garage to your workout room upstairs. Long distance moves are much more expensive. For example, a fully furnished 5 bedroom 5 bathroom house with 5,000 sq ft can cost up to a hundred times that amount, so you’d be looking at a $10,000 price tag! Other moving services will fall somewhere in-between this broad price range. Local in-town moves can cost around $2,000 for the truck and muscle. Long distance moves that include loading and unloading will run you anywhere from $4,000 to $5,000. Remember this math equation: short distance + less/light items = low cost, and long distance + more/heavy items = high cost. For further reading, check out my blog All You Should Know About Moving Companies.
For smaller moves with short distance and light items, consider hiring a small moving company that subcontracts the labor to local college students. This will save you money since the little guy won’t charge as much as the big guy. Examples of quick moves include rearranging furniture within your home or single item transportation with a pickup truck. You should avoid using amateur movers for complex moves that are long distance or include heavy items like grand pianos. Why? Because you don’t want to run the risk of expensive items getting damaged. It’s not worth saving a couple bucks if that means you’ll need to go through an insurance claim process simply because your movers had minimal experience. Make the smart choice which isn’t always the cheapest option.
Moving companies either charge based on a hourly rate or a flat fee. There are pros and cons for each of these pricing structures so neither one is inherently superior than the other. The pay-as-you-go aspect of hourly labor ensures that the time worked corresponds with the cost paid. This promotes fairness so long as the movers have integrity and don’t “milk the clock.” The benefit of a flat fee is that you know exactly what the cost will be prior to hiring the moving service, which will help you budget for your project. However, the downside is that the customer is usually required to make a 20% deposit. Plus, hidden fees may arise once the moving project gets underway since it’s not possible for movers to account for unknown variables.
Not all moving companies collect a deposit up front but many of them do. The ones that don’t are typically a very small business. If there is a pre-existing relationship between the business and the customer, this may also be a good reason to waive the deposit. The rationale for collecting a down payment boils down to one major thing: mutual commitment. You can trust the movers to show up and perform the manual labor as promised. The moving company can trust the customer to follow through with the handshake agreement and not cancel the service request. Deposits are generally around 15% to 25% of the total moving cost. Down payments are almost always non-refundable, given their purpose to solidify the contract and prevent the customer from shopping around any further.
Most moving companies will have a minimum fee, which can range anywhere from $100 to $200. This number will vary based on factors such as: how busy they are, how many staff are available, how far away the job is, how complex the move is, the size of the job, etc. Minimum charges are often scorned by prospective customers since they feel it’s unfair to decline a job on the basis of its size. However, it’s standard practice for home service businesses to filter through small tasks that aren’t worth the time spent. The fact of the matter is that moving companies don’t have unlimited resources or infinite bandwidth. So they need some type of strategic criteria that’ll allow them to sift through moves that have lower profit margins and consume more attention.
Attempting to negotiate a cheaper price from the moving company without any persuasive reasons is probably not the best choice. That approach tends to backfire for lack of practicality. Here are three winsome options that will increase your odds of getting moving companies to reduce their charges. First, offer to rent the moving truck and drive it yourself. This strategy is particularly helpful for short distance moves where both locations are only 5-10 miles apart. Second, offer to pack up your belongings and label boxes ahead of time. Third, offer to move the lighter items in your garage so there’s less distance to the moving truck. All three of these options will make life much easier for the movers which will incline them to accept your proposal and lower the overall price for your move.
First and foremost, it needs to be stated that tips are optional not obligatory. Tips should not be given out willy nilly; they should be earned by hard work. The customer reserves the right to withhold a tip if they have good reason to believe that the work was subpar. Valid reasons for refusing to tip are as follows: movers show up late, check their phone often, take too many breaks, scratch your floors, damage your possessions, scratch walls, use profane language, etc. That said, if the movers exceed your expectations, then a 15% to 25% tip is a reasonable amount. In this regard, the moving industry is similar to the restaurant industry. Working outside through rainy weather or scorching heat warrant a higher than average tip.
If you don’t feel comfortable doing it yourself, then you should hire a moving company to do it for you. Don’t just hire the cheapest company because there may be a reason why their prices are so low. During your conversation with the move consultant, make sure to ask good questions so you have adequate knowledge to make an informed decision. You should try to get a ballpark estimate on the total cost for your move. In order to get a quote, you’ll likely need to provide information about where you live, what heavy items you have, as well as your budget. Before making a final decision, you should make sure they have good reviews online. His Workmanship connects you with affordable movers. Click here to get a free online estimate.

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1. Get a free estimate in just a couple minutes

Select the services that best align with your needs and describe the details of your project to help us get a better idea of the scope of work. Feel free to upload pictures so your crew can visualize your specific needs.

2. Receive great customer support along the way

Our staff guarantees a reply to all emails within 24 hours. Once you get scheduled, you'll get a confirmation email with your service provider names as well as a text notification 1 hour before your project starts.

3. Relax while we speedily complete your project

Equipment in hand, your crew will arrive a few minutes early so they can collaborate with you about the work that needs to be done. Once they finish, you can pay the total bill directly to the crew leader. It's as simple as that!

His Workmanship is a Christian company

The mission of His Workmanship is to glorify God by displaying the gospel through speedy communication and quick scheduling. We are an online booking agency which facilitates the provision of labor services by matching Christian college providers with homeowners.

Fun facts about Elk River

The Elkhi Stadium started its construction in 1921. The “Whimsical Windmill” is the art piece that was chosen in the Elk River Powered by Nature Art Contest. The Elk River Area Arts Alliance, founded in 1989, is a nonprofit organization. Completed in 2019, the Elk River Arena is located near the Elk River High School and offers skating to youth and adults, as well as a Spring and Fall Arts and Craft Fair, an arena walking track, and much more. ERX Motor Park is an all-season motorsports and events facility located in Elk River. The city boasts two golf courses: Pinewood Golf Course, a municipal nine-hole course, and Elk River Country Club, an 18-hole course. The Elk River Public Library is part of the Great River Regional Library. Learn more about Elk River schools, utilities and parks.
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My name is Corey and I heard about His Workmanship from my soccer coach at Northwestern University. One of the things I’ve enjoyed most about this opportunity is the chance to meet so many different customers for each project. This really helps me grow in my social skills and prepares me for better customer service in whatever full-time career I choose. Plus, the pay is much higher than what I’d get from other non-skilled labor work during the summer season when I’m not in school.

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