How much does moving help cost in Ireland?
Moving help in Dublin costs about €40–€80 for the most common job (carry a heavy item (sofa, fridge, piano not included)), labour only, in 2026. Across all moving help jobs, prices run from €35 to €550, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick.
Updated November 2026 · Guide prices from Irish price guides and typical local rates.
Typical labour cost in Dublin
Moving help prices by job
| Job | Usual time | Dublin | Cork | Galway | Limerick |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carry a heavy item (sofa, fridge, piano not included) (each) | 1h | €40–€80 | €35–€75 | €35–€75 | €35–€70 |
| Move furniture between rooms | 1h | €35–€60 | €30–€55 | €30–€55 | €30–€55 |
| Load or unload a van | 2h | €60–€110 | €55–€100 | €55–€100 | €55–€95 |
| Pack boxes for a move | 3h | €90–€160 | €85–€145 | €85–€145 | €80–€140 |
| Unpack and set up after a move | 3h | €90–€160 | €85–€145 | €85–€145 | €80–€140 |
| Help move a 1 to 2 bed apartment (2 helpers) | 5h | €300–€550 | €275–€505 | €275–€505 | €265–€485 |
| Move things to or from storage | 3h | €120–€250 | €110–€230 | €110–€230 | €105–€220 |
| Move a piano (specialist) (each) | 2h | €200–€450 | €185–€415 | €185–€415 | €175–€395 |
Labour only, before materials and Helpsii’s €1.50 booking fee. Extra items of the same kind usually cost about 25% less each. Helpers set their own prices, and you approve the price before anyone is booked.
What changes the price
- How many items or rooms
- Size and condition
- Stairs, parking and access
- Materials or parts needed
- Same-day or evening bookings
- The helper’s level: Go, Pro or Elite
Price is per helper. Straps, trolley and blankets usually brought.
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- What needs carrying, and how many floors or stairs? Is there a lift?
- How many people do you think it needs?
Questions
How much does moving help cost in Ireland?
Moving help in Dublin costs about €40–€80 for the most common job (carry a heavy item (sofa, fridge, piano not included)), labour only, in 2026. Across all moving help jobs, prices run from €35 to €550, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick. The price depends on size, access and whether materials are needed.
How much does it cost to carry a heavy item (sofa, fridge, piano not included) in Dublin?
Usually €40–€80 each for labour, and it takes about 1h on site.
How much does it cost to move furniture between rooms in Dublin?
Usually €35–€60 for labour, and it takes about 1h on site.
How much does it cost to load or unload a van in Dublin?
Usually €60–€110 for labour, and it takes about 2h on site.
Are materials included?
Price is per helper. Straps, trolley and blankets usually brought.
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