Calera Service Area
Served from our Alabaster office
65 New Venture Way, Alabaster, AL 35007
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Local Movers Serving Calera, AL
The Move Gurus moves homes, apartments and offices in Calera from our office at 65 New Venture Way in Alabaster, a short drive north on I-65 and US-31. Because our crews start the day in Shelby County, Calera jobs don't carry the long-distance drive time you get with a Birmingham or out-of-county mover. Call (205) 319-7175 for a free quote, or request one online.
Our crews handle the whole job: they bring the truck, wrap your furniture, carry every box and set up your rooms at the new address. We are fully licensed and insured, and we stand behind our work.
Moving Services in Calera
Most Calera customers book one of these services, or combine a few on the same day:
- Residential moving: houses, townhomes and apartments, from a single room to a full four-bedroom home.
- Packing and unpacking: full packing, kitchen-only packing, or fragile items such as china, artwork and electronics.
- Commercial and office moving: desks, files, IT equipment and retail fixtures, scheduled around your business hours.
- Furniture and large-item delivery: store pickups, marketplace purchases and appliances moved across town.
- Junk removal: clear out the garage, attic or rental before move-out day.
Calera Moving Rates
Local moves start at $155 per hour for 2 movers and a 16-foot truck, with a 2-hour minimum.
| Crew and trucks | Hourly rate | Minimum | Recommended for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 movers + one 16 ft truck | $155/hr | 2 hours | Deliveries, 1–2 bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom homes, moving 3–5 large items |
| 3 movers + two 16 ft trucks | $235/hr | 3 hours | 2–3 bedroom homes |
| 4 movers + two 16 ft trucks | $295/hr | 4 hours | 3–4 bedroom homes |
Your total depends on the hours worked. Call (205) 319-7175 or request a free quote for an estimate for your move.
Calera and Nearby Towns We Cover
Calera sits at the southern end of Shelby County, where I-65, US-31 and State Route 25 meet. We regularly run moves between Calera and the towns around it:
- North along I-65 and US-31: Saginaw, Alabaster, Pelham and Helena.
- West and south: Montevallo and Jemison.
- East on Highway 25: Columbiana and the rest of central Shelby County.
Moving out of the area? We also handle moves from Calera to other parts of Alabama. Tell us both addresses when you call and we'll quote the drive time up front.
What a Typical Calera Move Looks Like
Calera has grown quickly, and many of its newer subdivisions have wide streets and driveways that make truck access easy. Older homes near downtown and along US-31 can have narrower streets, steep driveways or tight turns, so we ask about parking and access when you book. If a full-size truck can't get close, we plan the walk distance and bring the extra pads, dollies and crew time it needs.
On moving day the crew will:
- Walk through the home with you and confirm what goes and what stays.
- Protect floors, door frames and banisters.
- Disassemble beds, tables and other large pieces that won't fit through doors whole.
- Pad-wrap furniture and load the truck so heavy items ride low and fragile items ride secure.
- Unload, reassemble and place furniture in the rooms you choose at the new address.
Family Home Moves
Family moves usually mean a lot of rooms packed into one day: kids' bedrooms, a garage full of tools and bikes, and a kitchen that has to work again by dinner. We suggest packing the kitchen and kids' rooms last and labeling an "open first" box for each room. If you'd rather not pack at all, our packing crew can come a day ahead so the moving crew starts loading as soon as they arrive.
For a three- or four-bedroom home, most families book our 3- or 4-mover crew with two trucks. That keeps the move to a single trip and gets beds set up the same night. See our room-by-room moving checklist for a packing plan.
Apartment and Rental Moves
Apartment moves in Calera are often smaller, but they come with their own rules: reserved loading areas, stairs instead of elevators, and move-out inspections. Let us know your complex's move-in and move-out times and any certificate-of-insurance requirement when you book, and we'll plan the crew and arrival time around them. A 2-mover crew with one 16-foot truck handles most one- and two-bedroom apartments.
Leaving a rental with items you don't want to take? Add junk removal to the same visit so the unit is empty for the walk-through.
Senior Moves and Downsizing
Helping a parent move into a smaller home, a relative's house or assisted living takes patience. Our crews work at your family's pace, label furniture for the new floor plan, and can deliver some items to family members and haul away the rest in the same day. Our guides on moving elderly parents and downsizing cover what to decide before the truck arrives.
Hours and Contact
The Move Gurus – Alabaster office (serving Calera)
65 New Venture Way, Alabaster, AL 35007
Phone: (205) 319-7175
Email: themovegurus@gmail.com
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Saturday and Sunday closed.
Prefer to read what other customers say first? See our testimonials. You can also see every area we cover on our locations page.
Calera Moving FAQ
Do you have an office in Calera?
No. We serve Calera from our Alabaster office at 65 New Venture Way, a short drive north of Calera on I-65. Our Calera crews start from that office.
How much do movers in Calera cost?
Our local rates start at $155 per hour for 2 movers and a 16-foot truck, with a 2-hour minimum. Larger homes usually need 3 movers at $235 per hour (3-hour minimum) or 4 movers at $295 per hour (4-hour minimum). Call for a quote based on your home size and distance.
Can you pack for me?
Yes. We offer full packing, partial packing (for example, just the kitchen or fragile items) and unpacking at the new home.
Do you move offices and businesses in Calera?
Yes. We move offices, retail spaces and other businesses and can schedule the work to limit downtime. See commercial and office moving.
How far ahead should I book?
Book as early as you can, especially for the end of the month and the summer, when most leases turn over. Earlier booking gives you more choice of dates and start times.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. The Move Gurus is fully licensed and insured.
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