Boulder’s
Small Move
Specialists
Boulder/Denver small moves, long-distance, and student storage.
Licensed, insured, Boulder County locals.
CU Student pickup, summer storage, and drop off
Need temporary summer storage?We offer flat-rate pickup, storage, and drop off.
Boulder Summer StorageWhat We Move
Not every move needs a full truck.
Here’s what we’re built for - the jobs the big guys overcharge for or flat-out refuse.
Studios & 1-Bedroom Moves for Apartments, Condos, And Houses
Our bread and butter. We know exactly how to handle these small moves, and our Sprinter vans are the perfect size for 1-bedrooms and down. For 2-bedrooms, we offer an enclosed trailer option.
Packing Service with Supplies
We offer a team of packing specialists, including boxes, tape, packing paper and whatever you need for full-service pack jobs for 2-bedrooms and down.
CU Boulder Student Moves & Short-Term Storage
We know the ins and outs of Colorado University's campuses. Our Sprinter vans are the perfect size for a small dorm room move. Plus, we offer short-term storage (overnight, 1-2 weeks, or up to 3 months).
Long Distance/Cross-Country Moves
Need to move across the country? We can handle that. With a dedicated small-load truck of just your items, nothing gets delayed or damaged while traveling cross-country.
Single Furniture, Specialized Items & White-Glove
Couch, bed, dresser, appliance, art - we'll move just what you need, with no minimum time or volume requirement. Flexible? Wait till we are in your area to save more with a batched truck.
POD & U-Haul Load/Unload; Labor Only
You rented the truck. We provide the muscle. Best for DIY long-distance moves. Going down the street? Let us handle the truck and the labor, with no price difference (we have to drive to get to you anyway!)
Junk Removal & Furniture Donation
Old furniture, appliances, move-out clean-outs, garage hauls; we load it and take it away. No dumpster rental, no lifting on your end, no headache.
Service Area
We Are Boulder’s
Small Movers
From The Hill to Gunbarrel, Downtown to South Boulder - if you’re in Boulder County, we’ve got you.
Boulder Neighborhoods
- Downtown Boulder
- University Hill
- The Hill
- Martin Acres
- Gunbarrel
- South Boulder
- Newlands
- Table Mesa
- Mapleton Hill
- Wonderland Hills
+ Louisville | Longmont | Lafayette | Superior | Niwot | Lyons | Fort Collins
+ All of CO & Out of State
Seasonal Moving Schedule
When Boulder gets busy — and how to get ahead of it.
Boulder’s moving calendar is more predictable than you’d think. Lease cycles, student move-ins, and seasonal demand create the same surges every year. Here’s what to expect — and when to book.
MAY - JUNE
End-of-Year Move-Out
Spring semester ends and leases expire across Boulder. Grad students, young professionals, and families all move at once. Pearl Street, Downtown, and South Boulder see heavy traffic. Same-week slots disappear quickly.
LATE JULY - LATE AUG
CU Student Turnover
The biggest surge of the year. Thousands of students move simultaneously — Hill, University Hill, and CU-area apartments all turn over within 2–3 weeks. Elevator reservations, loading docks, and move-in windows fill fast. Book 3–4 weeks out minimum.
January
Post-Holiday Lease Starts
A quieter surge as new leases start January 1st. Not as intense as summer, but still busy — especially in Gunbarrel and Mapleton Hill. Good time to move if you want a crew with breathing room.
Sept - Nov; Feb-March
Shoulder Seasons
Our most flexible time of year. Same-week and even same-day slots are often available. Weather is ideal — crisp, dry, and no snow risk yet. If you have any flexibility in your timeline, fall is the sweet spot for pricing and availability.
Boulder-Specific Moving Tips
Reserve loading docks early
Most Boulder apartment buildings require 48–72 hr advance notice to reserve a move-in window. Call your apartment concierge right after you book your move.
COI requests take time
Many managed buildings in Denver require a Certificate of Insurance from your movers before allowing access. We have COIs on file — contact us a few days before your move so we can submit.
Book 2-4 weeks out during peak seasons
During CU turnover (late July - Late August), our calendar fills fast. The sooner you reach out, the better your time slot options (and your hourly rate).
How We Move You
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Apartments & Condos
Boulder building logistics —
handled before we show up.
Secured entries, timed move-in windows, and buildings that have rules. We coordinate everything so moving day runs clean.
Many Boulder buildings require
Ideal for
Most Boulder small-load moves finish in 2–3 hours. Get a straight price — no surprises.
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Add-on services
Packing & short-term storage
Designed for lease transitions and move-in timing gaps common in the Boulder rental market — including August CU turnover season.
Why Small Haul
Three reasons Boulder moves with us.
What makes a move great?
Your hauler quotes you, coordinates the Boulder building logistics, and moves you— same person, start to finish. Here’s who’s showing up.
Plus a growing team of trained Helpers who work alongside our captains on every Boulder move.
FAQ
Good questions.
Here are the answers.
Everything Boulder customers ask us before booking - answered straight.
Can you move just one room or a few items?
Yes — that’s exactly what we specialize in. Small Haul Boulder handles single-room moves, individual furniture pieces, studio apartments, and small 1-bedroom units across Boulder, Denver, and the Front Range.
Are you licensed and insured - and what happens if something gets damaged?
Yes, Small Haul is fully licensed with the state of Colorado and carries cargo insurance on every move. But insurance is for major incidents — total loss, vehicle accidents, catastrophic damage.
For the everyday reality of moving — a nick on a door frame, a small ding on a piece of furniture — we offer Personal Property Protectionon every move. This is our crew’s direct accountability: if we caused it, we document it and make it right. No claim process, no deductible, no waiting. You talk to your hauler directly.
These are two different things: insurance protects against the worst-case scenario. Personal Property Protection is our promise for everything in between.
Do you handle CU Boulder student moves?
All the time. We move students in and out of Hill, University Hill, Gunbarrel, and CU-area apartments regularly. We know the building access requirements, elevator reservation windows, and tight stairwells. Book early during late July – August — those weeks fill fast.
How do you charge — hourly or flat rate?
Hourly, with transparent fees — no surprises.
Your quote breaks down into three parts: Crew time — from the moment we start loading to the moment the last item is placed. Most Boulder studio and 1-bedroom moves take 2–4 hours. Travel fee— a fixed charge for our crew’s roundtrip from our Boulder hub to your location and back. Same rate regardless of traffic. Fuel — charged on roundtrip mileage at a flat rate.
The low end of your quote is the minimum. Most studio and 1-bedroom moves in Boulder come out to $315–$515 total, including travel and fuel.
What areas of Boulder do you cover?
All of Boulder County — Downtown Boulder, The Hill, Gunbarrel, Niwot, Longmont, Lafayette, Louisville, Superior, and surrounding areas. We also serve the broader Front Range corridor including Denver and Fort Collins.
Do you offer packing and storage?
Yes. We offer full and partial packing services using professional-grade supplies. We also provide secure short-term storage for customers who need flexibility between move-out and move-in dates — common during CU lease turnover season.
Can you move my stuff today or tomorrow?
Outside of peak season, often yes. Call us directly at (720) 704-2525— if we have a crew available, we’ll get you on the schedule. During CU turnover (late July – August) same-week availability is limited, so reach out as early as possible.
How far in advance should I plan to book?
During CU turnover season (late July – August) and end-of-year move-out (May – June), book 3–4 weeks out minimum. Outside peak season, 3–5 days is usually plenty. Shoulder season (September – November) has the most flexibility.
Free packing guide
Move smarter,
spend less.
Most customers can cut 30–60 minutes off their move just by prepping right. Our free packing guide shows you exactly how.
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