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Iowa Moving 1
$150/hour
2 hour minimum
Responds within a day
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About
Iowa Moving 1 provides a unique, affordable moving option. We are labor only (no truck provided). "You rent the truck. We do the work."
Our customers provide and drive the rental truck or trailer and our skilled movers provide the moving labor to load and or unload. We could save you up to 40% off the price of moving with the traditional full service moving companies.
Our company is a local , small business and our movers are insured, "A" rated on the Better Business Bureau, and "A" rated on Angie's List.
We enjoy helping our customers through the stressful time of moving. We provide tips and suggestions and are easily accessible. Many of our customers are repeat or referral customers and we enjoy the relationship we have established with our customers over the years.
Overview
Hired 80 times
Serves Urbandale, IA
Background checked
10 employees
17 years in business
Business hours
SunClosedMon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and Credit card.
Top Pro status
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2025
2017
Services offered
Move type
Extra services
Furniture assembly and disassembly
Packing
Piano moving
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, work quality, and professionalism.
Great 4.7
54 reviews
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Read reviews that mention:
Phillip B.
Jan 9, 2025
Hired on Thumbtack
There were no surprises or “gotchas”. I was constantly updated as to their arrival time. They unloaded household goods/ furnishings from a moving truck into a house. They were on-time & completed the work without the need for extra time/charges. It had rained the previous day & they protected against tracking mud throughout the home as best they could. I would use them again.
Details: 3 bedroom home • Movers only • Less than 5 miles • Load via stairs • Unload via stairs
Iowa Moving 1's reply
Thank you for hiring us to unloading your moving truck and for the kind words about our crew members. We're happy to hear that you were very satisfied with our communication, efficiency and timeliness. We will be here for you if you ever need moving assistance again in the future. Thanks again!
Local Moving (under 50 miles)
Kathy J.
Jan 14, 2021
Hired on Thumbtack
We hired Iowa Moving 1 to move some furniture between the inside of the house and our garage. The movers were professional, courteous and worked quickly. Some of the items were very bulky and they were very careful so as not to scratch any of the walls. The company's follow up and follow through before and after the job was very thorough. I highly recommend them and we plan to use them again.
Details: 3-5 items • Loveseat • Dining table • Side table / lounge table • Other furniture items • Within the same building • Stairs to load items • Stairs to unload items
Iowa Moving 1's reply
Thank you very much for the great review and positive feedback on our team members and company. Your high recommendation means a lot to us. Thanks again for your support of our local business. We look forward to assisting you again in the future.
Furniture Moving and Heavy Lifting
Tammy R.
Jul 28, 2025
Hired on Thumbtack
Eric & his team did a great job for us, especially considering that it was over 100 degrees on the day we had scheduled. Eric also had great follow up both before & after our job was done.
Details: 6-10 items • Armchair / recliner • Sofa • Dining table • Mattress • Bed frame • Boxes • Side table / lounge table • Other furniture items • Within the same building • No change in floors to load items • No change in floors to unload items
Iowa Moving 1's reply
Hi Tammy,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave us a review! It was our pleasure to provide unloading help in Ankeny, Iowa for your recent move. We're thrilled to hear that our moving team was able to provide great moving service despite the extreme heat. We always strive to ensure our customers have a smooth and stress-free moving experience, and it's wonderful to know that the follow-up communication met your expectations as well. If you ever need assistance in the future, don't hesitate to reach out.
Sincerely,
The Iowa Moving 1 Team
Furniture Moving and Heavy Lifting
Julie s.
Mar 5, 2016
Hired on Thumbtack
Helped move a large piece from neighbor's home to 2nd floor of my home. Great customer service - very respectful movers and excellent fast processes!
Iowa Moving 1's reply
Julie, Your feedback is important to us. Thank you for recognizing the efforts of our moving team. We take pride in being customer service oriented, efficient and respectful. Thank you.
Furniture Moving and Heavy Lifting
Colette D.
Sep 5, 2018
Hired on Thumbtack
They were great to work with. I had a full truck and they came in the rain and unloaded it and got everything upstairs quickly. Very professional and a good crew to work with.
Details: 1 bedroom home • Apartment • Within the same building • 21 - 40 boxes • No, the move is on the ground floor • Yes, the mover will move items up/down stairs
Local Moving (under 50 miles)
Credentials
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Eric Lloyd