We’ve reviewed the top moving companies in Colorado for local and interstate moves. Each provider offers comprehensive and basic service and has a proven customer service record with positive reviews.
We recommend starting with quotes from Allied Van Lines, Mayflower Moving and Local Moving LLC for your Colorado move. Allied and Mayflower have locations within the state that offer well-reviewed services for a range of relocation packages and customer requirements. Each is locally operated and hires qualified movers.
We rated each provider in this guide via our comprehensive grading scale. We graded each mover on services offered, coverage area, customer reviews and more. Below, we provide an overview of each top Colorado mover and offer tips to help you book with a qualified moving company.
Popular moving companies
We selected the following national and local and cheap moving companies in Colorado for their service quality and availability in the state. Each provider offers full-service moving packages.
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Our top choices for moving companies in Colorado
Below are our picks for the best moving companies overall. We rated each provider highly against on our proprietary grading scale, evaluating their services, customer service, reviews and more. See how they compare.
Best long-distance movers in Colorado
We chose the following long-distance moving companies as the best choices for a Colorado relocation.
Best movers for a local Colorado move
We researched and rounded up some of the best moving companies for in-state service in Colorado. Each has a proven track record of offering quality moving experiences in the state.
Making an informed choice: A guide to professional movers
Before you book your move, ensure that your moving company of choice is licensed and provides the services you require. Below, we’ve listed several factors that can help you find a reputable provider.
Moving services
A key initial step in finding a mover is determining the services you’ll need from a professional moving company. To do this, conduct a walk-through of your home and compile an inventory list of all the goods you intend to take with you to your new home. Break this list down by room and note any additional services you may require. These can include the following:
- Packing
- Crating
- Unpacking
- Vehicle shipping
- Storage
- Debris removal
- Home staging
Carriers vs. brokers
Before booking with a moving company, be aware of its service model. Movers operate as two general entity types: carriers and brokers. Moving carriers are conventional moving companies. They operate by directly handling each move booked through them.
Moving brokers, on the other hand, act as middlemen between clients and moving carriers. They operate as booking agents that schedule moves for customers through other movers and take a fee as a deposit upfront. When you schedule with a broker, your actual carrier will assume any liability for broken or damaged items.
Moving regulations
All moving companies must comply with specific regulations depending on the scope of the moving services provided. You should confirm a mover’s registration status before booking.
Regulations for interstate and long-distance movers
All long-distance and interstate movers are federally regulated. They must comply with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations and carry active United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) and Motor Carrier (MC) numbers. Use these to look up a mover’s registration status on the FMCSA database.
Regulations for intrastate and local movers
All Colorado moving companies are regulated by the state Public Utilities Commission, which requires them to carry active Household Goods (HHG) numbers. Be sure that your intrastate moving company is properly registered before you book.
Moving costs
Your moving estimate structure will depend on your move type. Long-distance relocations are assigned more inclusive overall rates, while local moves are billed at hourly rates.
Long-distance moving costs
Two main factors determine long-distance moving costs: move distance and shipment weight. Add-on services, such as packing or vehicle shipping, will increase the cost. In most cases, your rates will not increase unless your move inventory does between quote day and moving day.
Local moving costs in Colorado
Local moves are billed at hourly rates, which depend on the number of movers and moving trucks assigned to your relocation. We got a few quotes from local movers in Colorado, and the hourly rates ranged between $225 and $239 for a three-bedroom move. Most local movers also assign minimum charges to these moves, which often amount to two to four hours of labor at whatever hourly rate is assigned to your move.
Moving insurance
All moving companies must provide a base level of moving coverage for goods in transit. Released-value protection provides 60 cents per pound per item in coverage and is included in all full-service moving packages.
Many movers also provide other options, such as full-value protection, at an added cost. Under most full-value coverage plans, you’ll be able to set a declared value for your entire shipment and pay a percentage of that dollar value as a premium ahead of your move. Such coverage usually grants you full reimbursement for lost or damaged goods during your move.
Final take: Get quotes from Allied Van Lines or Local Moving LLC to start your Colorado moving process
We recommend starting your Colorado moving plan with quotes from Allied Van Lines and Local Moving LLC. Allied’s Denver and Colorado Springs offices provide highly rated long-distance moves, and its 500 locations throughout the U.S. provide accessibility to short- and long-term storage after your move in most areas.
Local Moving LLC’s quick response time and numerous positive customer reviews make it our top choice for local relocations within Colorado.
Get quotes from at least three moving companies before booking to ensure that you lock in the lowest rate for your move.
Our rating methodology for moving companies
Our moving recommendations are all backed by our detailed rating methodology. To fairly assess both interstate and local movers, we have tailored two sets of review standards for long-distance and intrastate movers.
Both sets of review standards assess factors including reputation and customer satisfaction, availability and range, services offered, pricing and quote practices and customer service. We rate each moving company out of 100 possible points. We then divide the final score by 20 to obtain the 5-star rating we feature in our reviews.
BBB and Google Review ratings are accurate as of March 2024.
Top local moving companies in Colorado
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