Madison, WI · Dane County’s Labor-Only Movers

Movers
Madison
Wisconsin

UniMovers brings affordable, moving labor to Madison — staffed by UW-Madison students and recent Badger grads. You rent the truck, we bring the muscle. At $65/hr per mover, we’re Madison’s most affordable moving crew.

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$65
Per mover / hr
40–60%
Vs. full-service
$30K+
Donated to students
100%
Insured, no hidden fees

Simple, Honest Rates
for Madison Movers

No confusing quotes. No surprise fees. We charge a flat hourly rate per mover — you only pay for the people and time you actually use.

$65
per mover / hr

Madison’s Most Competitive Moving Rate

At $65/hr per mover, a 2-person UniMovers crew runs just $130/hr — significantly less than what full-service moving companies in Madison charge. UW students who actually care about your stuff, at a price that makes sense.

UniMovers $130/hr (2-person crew)

UW-Powered Movers
in Madison WI

Madison is one of the most active moving markets in the Midwest. With over 50,000 students at UW-Madison, one of the densest rental markets in Wisconsin, and a massive summer lease-turn season, you need movers who know the city. Our crews live here, go to school here, and move people here every week.

Every UniMovers Madison crew is staffed by current UW-Madison students or recent Badger graduates. When you hire us, you’re supporting working students and keeping dollars in the Madison community. A portion of every move goes directly to our working student scholarship fund.

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$65/hr Per Mover

Madison’s most competitive rate. No truck markup, no hidden fees — just affordable muscle.

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Badger-Staffed

Every mover is a current UW student or recent grad. Your move supports working students in Madison.

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Fully Insured

Insurance is always included — no upsells. Card-only, flat rate. You know what you’re paying before we arrive.

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Broad Service Area

We cover all of Madison and Dane County — from the UW campus to Fitchburg, Middleton, Sun Prairie, and beyond.

How It Works

Six easy steps — from booking to boxes moved. No confusing quotes, no runaround.

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Fill Out Booking Form

Online in minutes

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Get Your Estimate

Fast, no obligation

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Schedule Your Truck

U-Haul, Penske, PODS

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Confirm Date & Time

We lock it in with you

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Truck & Boxes Ready

You prep, we power up

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We Do the Work

Sit back, Badger

Everywhere We Serve
in Madison WI

We cover all of Madison and Dane County. Whether you’re moving out of a UW campus apartment, across the isthmus, or to a suburb of Madison — our crews travel to you. No surprise travel fees for moves within Dane County.

UW Campus & Near-Campus

Langdon St, Miffland, State Street corridor, University Ave, Camp Randall area, Greek Row.

Downtown & Capitol Square

Isthmus neighborhoods, Capitol Square, King Street, East Johnson, Williamson Street (Willy St).

East Side Madison

Atwood, Marquette, Schenk-Atwood, East Washington Ave corridor, East Towne area.

West Side Madison

Near West Side, Monroe Street, Nakoma, Shorewood Hills, Sunset Village, West Towne.

South Madison

South Madison, Beltline corridor, Fitchburg, McKee Road area, South Park Street.

Dane County Suburbs

Middleton, Sun Prairie, Verona, Stoughton, DeForest, Waunakee, McFarland, Monona.

Moving Services in
Madison WI

As labor-only movers, we handle every physical aspect of your move except driving the truck. Can’t drive a moving truck? No problem — we’ll set you up with a PODS or mobile storage provider instead.

Residential MovingApartments, houses, condos — full moves or just the heavy stuff.
Commercial MovingOffice relocations, warehouse moves, and home staging support.
Packing & UnpackingWe pack efficiently and securely so you can focus on the transition.
Furniture AssemblyDisassemble and reassemble beds, desks, shelving, and more.
Hourly LaborEvent staffing, setup, teardown, and special projects across Madison.
Storage Unit MovesLoad and unload storage units anywhere in Madison or Dane County.

We supply lifting straps, ratchet straps, and assembly tools. Moving blankets and dollies can be rented through your truck rental company.

UniMovers Madison WI — UW-Madison student movers loading truck in Madison Wisconsin

Badgers Moving
the Badger State.

UniMovers Madison isn’t just another moving company. Our movers are UW students — people who know Madison’s neighborhoods, apartment layouts, and just how tight those Langdon Street stairwells are.

Scholarship Fund

A portion of every move funds our working student scholarship — benefiting the Badgers on your crew.

We Know Madison

From Camp Randall to Willy Street, our crews know the parking spots, the building codes, and the freight elevators.

UW Move-Out Ready

We staff up around UW’s academic calendar — fully ready for the May and August lease-turn rush.

Community First

Beyond scholarships, we give back to a local Madison nonprofit — investing in the community we call home.

Hear From Our
Satisfied Clients

★★★★★

Excellent, timely moving services. The team helped with everything and treated our furniture like their own. Excellent work — would use again.

Andy Zolot
★★★★★

Our experience with UniMovers was awesome! They accommodated us last minute after our first movers ghosted us, and were so efficient and professional. We would definitely recommend UniMovers.

Jayne Deely

FAQs — Moving in
Madison WI

What does $65/hr per mover mean exactly?

It means you pay $65 for each mover, each hour. A 2-person crew for 3 hours = $390. A 3-person crew for 2 hours = $390. You only pay for what you actually use (2-hour minimum). We’ll recommend the right crew size when you get your quote. See our full rates page.

What exactly is a labor-only moving company?

Labor-only means we provide the people — not the truck. You rent a U-Haul, Penske, or PODS container, and we handle all the loading, unloading, packing, and furniture assembly. This saves you 40–60% compared to a full-service moving company that bundles the truck into the price. Learn more about how labor-only movers work.

Where can I rent a moving truck in Madison?

U-Haul on Madison’s west side is a popular option with a good supply of 10ft and 15ft trucks. Penske has locations in the Madison area as well, and PODS delivers a container to your door if you’d prefer not to drive a truck at all. Not sure what size truck you need? Here’s a guide to choosing the right moving truck size.

When is the busiest moving season in Madison?

Madison has two major rush windows: May (end of UW spring semester) and August (UW fall move-in). Nearly every lease in Madison turns on August 15, making it the single most chaotic moving day in the city. Book at least 3 weeks early if your move falls in late July or August.

Do you serve Fitchburg, Middleton, and other Madison suburbs?

Yes — we cover all of Dane County including Fitchburg, Middleton, Sun Prairie, Verona, Stoughton, DeForest, Waunakee, McFarland, and Monona. No surprise travel fees for moves within the county.

Are your movers insured?

Yes — insurance is always included in every UniMovers booking at no additional charge. All movers carry general liability insurance and workers’ compensation. We will never upsell you on coverage.

How do I get a quote or book a move?

You can book online, call us at (608) 807-5969, or email madison@unimovers.com. We’ll confirm your details, recommend the right crew size, and lock in your date. Curious what a move might cost? Here’s a guide to moving costs.

Ready to Move, Badger?

Get a free, no-obligation quote for your Madison move. We’ll confirm availability and get you a crew.

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