Customers are now able to hire 1 or 2 professionals for tasks that require labor only such as moving help or rearranging furniture in your home/office. Whether you need help loading/unloading a truck, additional manpower for moving in or out of a storage unit or loading a POD, GoShare’s Labor Only service has you covered. Vehicles are not included in the Labor Only service.

Who is Labor Only Service for?

Anybody who needs a pair of hands (or two) for manual tasks. Our Labor Only service is perfect for customers who:

• Are rearranging furniture in their home or office.
• Need help loading or unloading a rented truck.
• Require assistance when moving in or out of a storage unit.
• Plan on doing the driving themselves and only need help with the heavy lifting.

Benefits

1. Cost-effective

By paying for the labor you need by the minute you will never overpay. We use AI to give you an accurate estimate of how much time it should take.

2. Flexibility

You’re in control, use our workforce in a way that truly suits your requirements. Need them to simply load/unload a truck? Or want them to move furniture within your property? You decide!

3. Skilled labor

We provide you with professional, skilled, and background checked labor. They understand how to handle your belongings with care and proficiency.

4. Time-saving

Why spend your valuable time on strenuous labor? Let our moving and delivery professionals handle the manual work while you focus on more critical tasks or sit back and relax.

We’re thrilled to provide a helping hand to those who need it. The Labor Only service is another way that GoShare is adapting to meet the needs of our valued customers. We continuously strive to surpass customer expectations, and the Labor Only service is just one of the many ways we aim to achieve that.

Looking for help with moving or other labor tasks? Get a free estimate and Book Now using our website or mobile app and get help the same day or schedule in advance.

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Dress Properly
You’ll surely encounter a few bumps and bruises on moving day, but wearing appropriate attire can help prevent severe injury.

• Closed-toed shoes are a must. The weather might be warmer, but flip-flops are not the thing you want to wear, especially when it comes to moving items. You’ll have a higher occurrence of broken toes and be more likely to slip or trip in sandals. Make sure your footwear has proper grips if you’re moving into a place with slick floors or in inclement weather, and has adequate ankle and arch support. Your feet will thank you at the end of the day.
• Longer sleeves help when you’re carrying items with rougher edges and will keep your arms scrape-free. Consider wearing long pants as well for the same reason.
• Work gloves can ensure you have a good grip on heavy items and can prevent cut or pinched fingers.

Clear a Path
Moving heavy boxes through an obstacle course of items on the floor is a recipe for disaster. The worst thing to do is slip and trip while you’re carrying something, and you won’t have your arms free to brace yourself. Make sure there is a wide, unobstructed path from the room to the door. Take your time moving through the area and don’t rush! Accidents always happen when you’re in a hurry. If you have children or pets, try to keep them out of the way while you move, or arrange for someone to watch them to keep them from becoming one more obstacle in your way. 

Don’t Overstuff Boxes
Most people want to move with the fewest number of boxes possible and are often tempted to pack boxes to the brim to make sure no space is wasted. While consolidating is often a good idea, it can get you into trouble on moving day. As you’re packing your boxes, remember that you’ll have to lift them out of the space, into a truck, and out of the truck into your new space. It’s recommended that you pack your boxes under 50 pounds to ensure that you can lift them. Since you most likely won’t have a scale handy, trust your limits and pack only what you can lift comfortably.

Pack Heavier Items on the Bottom
Since you hold boxes from the bottom, it makes sense to have the heaviest items where your arms can support them. Packing heavier items at the top leaves a greater chance of the weight shifting and the box flipping out of your arms. Just make sure the bottoms of your boxes are securely taped down and won’t drop open as you lift.

Lift With your Legs
Back injuries are the most common injuries you’ll encounter on moving day, and it’s all because of improper lifting techniques. When you are moving items that are down on the ground, move as close to the item as you can, keeping it directly in front of you. Bend your knees, not at your waist and grip the item. Try not to jerk too quickly when standing back up, keeping your back straight. Your weight remains properly balanced and a slipped disc or pulled muscle is out of the picture.

Keep Heavy Items Close to your Body
Balance comes into play pretty often when moving items. When things are bulky or awkward, we have a tendency to lean back when handling them. Instead, you want to lean in. The weight in your arms becomes better distributed, and you have more control in maneuvering.

Have the Proper Materials
Bubble wrap or newspaper will give your glass and ceramics extra protection and limit scratching and cracking. If you have access to a dolly or hand-truck, utilize that to move appliances and boxes that are too heavy to carry, and straps will secure those items so they don’t fall off and onto you.  And don’t forget those work gloves!

Hire a Pro
If it’s too heavy or too much to undertake by yourself, don’t be afraid to ask for help! GoShare connects truck and van owners with people who need help moving. GoShare has thousands of vetter delivery professionals who are ready to help make your moving day as quick and painless as possible.

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Wunderlist

Although Wunderlist has many uses beyond moving, it can make your life a lot easier when you’re starting the moving process. You can make shopping lists, to-do lists, and set reminders. Wunderlist is also great for collaborating with your family, roommates, or whoever might be moving with you. You can share lists with them and work collaboratively to conquer your to-do lists more efficiently. For our Type A readers out there, you can even specifically assign certain tasks to people to really ensure things get done by the deadline you set. Available on iPhone and Android.

GoShare

Renting a truck is so 2001. In today’s on-demand world you can get a truck with a mover on demand. You can choose the number of people you need to help you, the size of the truck/van you need, and the day/time you want it. You can schedule with GoShare ahead of in advance or if you are a procrastinator you can order and have a GoShare delivery professional at your door with a truck in less than an hour! GoShare drivers will help deliver furniture, haul junk or move your entire apartment. If you have things that you’re getting rid of during your move, GoShare can also pick up those items and donate for you. Available on iPhone and Android.

Nextdoor

Want to get to know your new neighbors and stay up to date with the neighborhood happenings? Nextdoor is like a private Facebook page with your neighbors. Whether you’re trying to find real estate listing,  stay in the loop in the case of a robbery nearby, or find recommendations for local movers, Nextdoor makes connecting with your neighbors easier than ever! It’s secure too; only people that live in your neighborhood can sign in to your specific group and each member has to verify their address before they’re accepted into the group. NextDoor was created to help make neighborhoods and their communities stronger and safer. Available on iPhone and Android.

OfferUp

Usually, when it comes time to move homes, you realize you have a lot of things that you don’t necessarily need or want anymore. So, instead of wasting time and money taking it all with you, download OfferUp and make money! OfferUp is an online platform and app where you can sell your unwanted things, from your old couch to your kids’ toys. Just post a picture and description of the item you want to sell and the price you want for it, then people in your area will see it in their feed and make an offer on it if they want it. Once you find a buyer, you can easily set up pick-up/drop-off through the app’s messaging feature. Once you sell all of your unwanted stuff, you’ll only be left with the things you really need and want, which will make your move much easier. Available on iPhone and Android.

Sortly

Hate how it’s almost impossible to move without losing something? So do the people who created Sortly, the app that helps you easily keep track of what you own and where it is. Sortly lets you create a visual inventory of all the things you own. All you have to do is take a quick photo of each item, save them to specifically named folders you create, and then you can categorize your items by box, location, or whatever other way you want. You also have the option to add a monetary value or notes to each item. Sortly even has a QR code feature, which allows you to mark your boxes with QR code labels that you can scan with the Sortly app to see what’s inside! Finally, to make your move even easier, there’s a moving checklist feature built into the app so you can stay on track with everything that needs to get done up until moving day! Available on iPhone and Android.

We hope you find these moving apps helpful for your next move. Whether you need help moving furniture, organizational help, or a way to buy sell used household goods these free moving apps can make your move easy and efficient!

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1. Educate yourself on the culture

Miami has a fairly rich culture; from their daily Cuban coffee breaks at 3:05pm to the way they often greet people with a kiss on the cheek. There are also a lot of different backgrounds and ethnicities in Miami, each with their own customs and cuisines that they bring to the city. With people from Cuba, Colombia, Brazil, Haiti, Chile, and more, Miami’s culture is very unique. A lot of the locals in Miami speak Spanish too, so it might be a good idea to brush up on a few Spanish words and phrases before you make the move.

2. Find a job

Maybe the reason you’re moving to Miami is for work so you already have a job lined up… But for those of you who don’t have a job lined up, here are a few tips to help you land a job before you move or shortly after your move to Miami. Want to work for Miami-Dade County? Check out their website for a list of open jobs. If working for the county doesn’t appeal to you, you can check out the bigger private companies for jobs. Some of the most popular companies to work for in Miami are Carnival Cruise Lines, Miami International Airport, PortMiami, and Royal Caribbean International. Want a more flexible job that allows you to make your own schedule? Apply to drive for GoShare and use your own truck or van to make up to $67 an hour + tips!

3. Prepare for the weather

Miami weather is different than most other U.S. cities. The humidity can be slightly difficult to adjust to at first, especially if you’ve never experienced it before. Just walking outside to your car can have you sweating. Miami is also known to have random downpours. Although they usually only last a few minutes, it’s smart to keep an umbrella with you just in case you get caught outside during a downpour. On the other hand, when the Miami sun is out it can really take it’s toll on you whenever you’re outside. With that said, if you’re going to be outside, make sure you wear sunscreen…or you might have to spend a few days and a full bottle of aloe trying to recover.

4. Pack up 

As moving day gets closer, you may find yourself overwhelmed with the packing process. In an attempt to prevent that overwhelming feeling, here are a few tips to help out! First off, before you even begin to pack, declutter your home. Doing this prior to packing and moving will save you time and effort so you’re not moving things that you don’t need or want anymore. Our second tip, which falls in line with our first tip, is to sell furniture that you no longer want/need in your new home. Once you’ve finished decluttering and selling your unwanted furniture, you should be left with only the things you want/need to take with you on your move, so now you can start the packing process. First things first, go pick up some boxes, packing tape, bubble wrap, and sharpies! Build your boxes, pick a room to start with and then start to carefully pack your items, wrapping the fragile items in bubble wrap. Go room by room, writing the contents on each box to make unpacking easier! For more moving and packing tips click here.

5. Make the move

Your last step, obviously, is to actually make the move to Miami. After decluttering and beginning the packing process, you’ll have a good idea of how much stuff you’re moving, which will help in deciding how much help you need. Do you need a big box truck? Maybe just a cargo van or pickup truck if you don’t have a lot stuff to move? While there are many options out there, GoShare allows you to customize your move to get the help you need, and it’s on demand! You can schedule it in advance or order the help you need on moving day. With GoShare, you are just a few clicks away from an easy, convenient, and affordable move. For the best experience download the free GoShare app on iPhone or Android.

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1. Declutter
First things first: You don’t want to move or haul any unwanted items to your new place so take a moment to go through your closets and kitchen cabinets and check for any old items that you no longer want or need. To help stay organized, it’s best to create a Keep, Toss, and Donate pile that way once you’re done decluttering you’ll know exactly where what goes.

2. Sell unwanted furniture
This is a great extension of No. 1. If you know that your couch isn’t a great fit for your new place, why not sell it before the move? This way you’ll earn some extra cash and you’ll have less furniture to move. It’s a win-win! After all, that extra cash could be used to reward yourself after the move.

3. Research moving companies
Now that you know what all you’ll be taking with you to your new place it’s time to do some homework. How much help will you need? One truck? Two trucks? Possibly a cargo van? While there are many options out there, GoShare allows you to customize your move to get the help you need, and the best thing? It’s on demand! Whether you want to schedule ahead or get it done on moving day, with GoShare you are just a few clicks away from an easy, convenient, and affordable move.

4. Get moving supplies
From boxes, to tape, to bubble wrap and sharpies, make sure it’s all on hand before the packing begins. And don’t forget cushion foam to protect any fragile items as they can break easily.

5. Packing and labeling
Here comes the fun part… Packing! Okay this may not be your idea of fun, but as much as you want to put it off until the last minute it’s best to start packing early. The more time you give yourself, the more organized your boxes will be. Start by packing items that aren’t used frequently and remember to label each box clearly as this will help make your move easier and more organized.

6. Use frozen/perishable foods
It’s the day of your move and you have a full fridge of food. What do you do? Toss it? Oh boy, what a waste! Avoid this dilemma by remembering to start using frozen and perishable foods a couple of weeks before the move. This will eliminate any waste and all the hassle of moving frozen and perishable foods.

7. Update address
Moving day is approaching so it is important to start updating your address. Be sure to update it with your bank, car insurance company, and the DMV. You also want to submit a Change of Address with the post office early on so that no important mail is missed or lost in transition. This can be done in person or online.

8. Switch utilities
Another important step to remember is to switch your gas, electric, water, cable, and internet services before the move. You don’t want to find yourself in the dark at your new place, having to take a cold shower only to realize that there’s no cable or Netflix. No, don’t allow this to happen to you! Switch your services before the move and avoid any possible interruptions.

9. Cleaning
Before you turn the lights off for the last time and hand over the keys make sure you clean the place thoroughly. If you are renting make sure that all cleaning that could possibly hinder a full return of your deposit has been completed. Don’t forget to give the fridge and oven a good scrub and be sure to double check all closets and cabinets so that nothing is left behind.

10. Transport valuables personally
While GoShare will transport your belongings safely and securely, it is always recommended that valuables such as important documentation (i.e. passport, bank statements) and jewelry are transported personally. Sure, moving can be a hassle, but if you follow these helpful tips your move will be quick and easy. And one final thing: Don’t forget to reward yourself after the move… after all you’re a moving pro now so wear that badge proudly!

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Tying it to the roof of your car and praying it stays there has a fairly low success rate. So your next option is finding furniture movers. One of your friends may have one, but do they have tie downs, blankets and tape to make sure your new couch stays in place and doesn’t get damaged? Even if they do, do you really want to push the boundaries of your friendship and pester them into helping you? Maybe, but probably not.

Then next alternative would be to rent a truck. You can rent one from Uhaul, Penske or one of the other large truck rental companies, but then you are stuck finding one of their locations, going to pick up the truck, doing your move, returning the truck, then finally going home to enjoy relaxing on your new couch. Plus, now you still have to find someone to help pick up your furniture and put it into the vehicle. Even if the truck comes with a ramp, two people makes the job much easier and saves you on medical bills when you blow out your back.

The next alternative would be hiring a moving company. That can be costly, very costly. Not to mention they usually give you relatively long pickup and delivery windows. Just moving one couch in a large moving semi-truck seems like a waste of space and money as well.

Ok, so now what? If only there was some way to rent a truck or driver on-demand, like an easy to use app. Oh wait, there is! GoShare! GoShare is the perfect solution to moving, hauling and delivering furniture. It’s simple to use, cheap and convenient. With a couple of clicks on the GoShare website, iPhone or Android app, you can have a truck and driver where you need them in 30 minutes. GoShare works by connecting drivers who have a truck or van with people & businesses who need help moving, hauling or delivering large items. So next time you need to move your couch, think of GoShare.

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GoShare: Tell us a little bit about yourself.

Audrey: My name’s Audrey Winkle. I am a housing specialist and I oversee housing for some housing programs in San Diego County. There’s about 30 units total that I oversee, that house about close to 50 people.

GoShare: Tell us about your role in your organization.

Audrey: In my role as overseeing the housing, one of the big things I end up doing is moves, moving people in, moving people out, and even just moving furniture between units, or from the furniture store in. For a while we were using just regular moving companies and that was really pretty expensive for us because a lot of the moves we were doing weren’t huge loads, we weren’t moving in lots of furniture or lots of stuff. It was usually just a little bit of furniture, took up like a quarter of the moving truck.

GoShare: What was your experience with renting a truck?

Audrey: That’s a lot of work for you and a lot of liability to try to drive a huge vehicle like that, and then also have to do all the moving yourself, and loading up the vehicle and after you do all that yourself, all the time you spend is not exactly the cheapest either. I had to try to find something else that worked for me and in my job, where I could do these small moves affordably without a lot of liability to myself, and that’s when I found GoShare on the internet. It has just been a really, really cost-effective way to do these smaller moves in a really quick amount of time.

GoShare: What has been your experience with GoShare?

Audrey: The experience is really, really user-friendly. The website and the app are both really easy to use. You can schedule the drivers in advance, or if you need them urgently you can do that too. I know I’ve had to request ASAP and it’s always worked out. They have lots of different vehicle sizes, depending on if it’s a smaller move or a bigger one. I know I’ve used a small truck, or a big one, so there’s lots of options, and they usually accept your order real quick, so that’s all on the front end, done really easily and then when it comes to the move, they always notify you right away and it’s just a very easy experience. Working with the drivers is always friendly and I would definitely encourage people to do it.

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2. Buy Moving Boxes and Pack Everything
After you have cleaned our your dorm or apartment it’s time to box up your stuff for moving or storage. If you want to be environmentally friendly you can buy some used boxes for $1-$2. If used boxes aren’t available you can buy new boxes for $3-$5 each from a local moving company. Get small boxes for heavy items like books and try to get a few medium and large boxes as well. 10-15 boxes should be enough for a typical dorm or small apartment.

3. Storing vs Hauling
You are packed and ready to head back home for the summer but what about the furniture and other bulky items. You have two options here:  You can move to storage or haul everything home and haul it back. Storage can cost around $50 per month and you will also need to find a way to get the items to storage. Consider renting a truck or use an on demand trucking company. You will have to decide which is best for your individual circumstances.  If you do decide to haul it home first, make sure to find a respected moving company with great reviews. If you choose to move into storage, see if your current or future room mate will share the cost with you to save money.

4. Goodwill or Salvation Army
A wise man once said, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” As such donating your lightly used items to Goodwill or Salvation Army is always a good idea. No matter your race, religion or creed, donating to the less fortunate is an internationally recognized good deed.

5. Find A Friend With A Truck
If you already have a truck then you should have no problem getting your dorm or apartment transported back home or to storage. Need a friend with a truck? GoShare connects drivers who have trucks and vans to college students who need a hand moving, hauling, or delivering large items on demand. Your GoShare driver will help you load, deliver, and unload your items for as little as $39.99. Download our moving app, available for Android and iPhone, or get an estimate and book online. All GoShare drivers are licensed, insured and have passed a national background check.

Written By: Ben Do (San Diego State University) and Shaun Savage

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2. Call in a favor from your friend with a truck
You can always take this route, but is it really worth it? Your friend is not an on demand moving service, and he/she is probably very busy. To be honest, your friend is probably tired of favors being called every two weekends to help with moving furniture in exchange for pizza and beer. The next time you need a friend with a truck, check out GoShare instead of annoying your friend. 

3.  Rent A Truck
If you’ve ever thought ads touting truck rental rates as low as $19.95/day sounded too good to be true, you may be right. The base rate is $19.95  but by the time you add up the per mile rate, insurance, and gas, you end up spending closer to $100 or more. Truck rental companies are notorious for overbooking their reservations, nailing you with hidden fees, and giving mountains of paperwork to fill out. This adds up to an incredibly time-consuming process that is a lot of work for a single item you need to transport. Don’t forget that you will likely need to find a 2nd person to help you move the furniture if it’s a large or heavy item like a sofa, table, or desk.

4. Do It Yourself
Well, why not? You certainly want it really, really, badly. Nobody can stop you from lugging this one-of-a-kind furniture find all the way across town, using your small car and your excellent packing skills. This is not recommended unless you are really into moving furniture in the most inefficient way.

So what’s the verdict? If you really want to move furniture without all the hassle then option 1 is the way to go. Get an estimate and book on demand with GoShare to save yourself the stress and avoid looking like the guy in the picture at the top of the page.

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