How Much Do Movers Cost in Denver?

A plain-English guide from a family-owned Denver mover

“How much will my move cost?” is the first question almost everyone asks. The honest answer is that it depends on a handful of things you can mostly predict. Here’s what really drives the price of a local move in the Denver area, how to keep it down, and how to get an accurate free quote.

The biggest factors in the cost of a move

• How much you’re moving. A studio apartment and a four-bedroom house are very different jobs. The number of rooms, and how full they are, matters more than anything else.
• Access at both homes. Stairs, elevators, long walks from the door to the truck, and tight parking all add time.
• Distance and drive time. Moving across the street is quicker than moving from Boulder to Castle Rock, and Denver traffic on I-25 and I-70 can change the drive time.
• Packing. Packing it yourself costs less. Having us pack (full or partial, with boxes and materials supplied) saves you days of work.
• Heavy and specialty items. Pianos, antiques and other very heavy pieces need extra care and equipment.
• Timing. Summer, weekends and the end of the month are the busiest times to move.

How to lower your moving cost

• Declutter first. Sell, donate or recycle what you don’t want to move. Fewer items means a faster move.
• Pack some of it yourself. Partial packing lets you do the easy rooms and leave the kitchen and fragile items to us.
• Be flexible on the date. A mid-week or mid-month move is often easier to schedule.
• Get the buildings ready. Reserve elevators and loading areas, and make sure the truck has a place to park close to the door.
• Be ready when the crew arrives. Boxes closed and labeled, and small items off the floor, keeps things moving.

Questions to ask any mover before you book

• How is the price calculated, and what exactly is included?
• Are packing materials included, and is there a charge for stairs or heavy items?
• Are you licensed and insured?
• What happens if something is damaged?
• Can I read recent reviews from real customers?

We’re happy to answer every one of these. Small World Movers is family-owned, fully licensed and insured, and rated 4.8 stars on Google. If something is ever damaged, we work with you right away to make it right.

How to get an accurate free quote

We quote every move individually, for free. To get the most accurate quote, tell us:

1. Your moving date, and whether it’s flexible
2. Both addresses, including any stairs, elevators or long walks
3. Your home size and roughly how full it is
4. Any heavy or specialty items (piano, antiques, very heavy furniture)
5. Whether you’d like packing, unpacking, or both

What our customers say about price

“Excellent service, fair prices. Nice guys who were flexible and kind.”

Megan Riederer, Google review

“After 20+ calls around Denver area movers, Small World Movers offers nearly half of the price that were quoted by other companies.”

Marvin Chang, Google review

Moving cost FAQ

Is the quote free?

Yes. Every quote from Small World Movers is free, with no obligation.

Why don’t you list prices on the website?

Because no two moves are the same. A clear quote based on your actual move is more useful than a number that doesn’t fit your situation.

Do you supply boxes and packing materials?

Yes. We supply boxes and packing materials, and your quote shows exactly what’s included. See packing services.

Where do you move?

Throughout the Denver metro area, communities within about 60 miles of Denver, and Colorado Springs. See our service areas. We move within Colorado only.