Best Movers Near Durango, CO (2026 Reviews)
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Green Apple Moving is Durango's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.34/5 . moveBuddha scored 1 movers based in Durango out of 77 reviewed across Colorado, drawing on 73 verified customer reviews across Colorado.
Local movers in Durango charge by the hour. The CO average is $120/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.
How do Durango moving companies compare?
Durango's 1 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Durango, with a market average of 4.34/5, drawing on 73 verified customer reviews across Colorado. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Durango from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Durango address.
Proximity to Durango is a ranking factor, so a mover ranked higher on the list may have a lower score than one ranked below. A nearby company can outrank a higher-scored mover based further out. Each company's positive review rate and BBB rating are included so you can compare quality and reputation side by side.
| Company | Our rating | Positive reviews | BBB | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
4.34 |
70% | C+ |
What are the top-rated moving companies in Durango?
Green Apple Moving is Durango's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.34/5.
Each review profile below covers pricing transparency, crew quality, and claims handling, the 3 factors most predictive of move-day outcome, alongside each company's BBB grade, years in business, and positive review rate.
moveBuddha scored 1 Durango movers drawing on 73 verified customer reviews across Colorado, with a market average score of 4.34/5. Rankings include movers based in Durango and those serving the area from nearby locations. Proximity is a ranking factor, so a mover's position in the list below does not always correspond directly to its score.
- Green Apple Moving : 4.34 out of 5 stars
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Read full reviewIndustry experience 4.7
Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Green Apple Moving has been in business for 14 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.
Review quality 3.8
Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Green Apple Moving has about 70% positive reviews across roughly 69 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.3.
Quote accuracy 4.2
Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Green Apple Moving .
Customer service 4.1
From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Green Apple Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.
Recent reviews
"Green apple was great! They were easy to work with, flexible... Had our four bedroom house and two car garage loaded, moved, unloaded in 5.5 hours! Not a single damaged item! Would definitely hire them again!"
"Green Apple moving has worked with me... moving a large traveling exhibit. The exhibit is complex and requires a high level of care when transporting. Their team is efficient and careful."
Which Durango movers offer specialty services?
Specialty moving services are not standard across every Durango mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 1 Durango moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:
- Piano moving: 1 of 1 Durango movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Green Apple Moving (4.34/5) is Durango's top-rated piano mover.
- Fragile-only packing: 1 of 1 Durango movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 23.83% nationally. Green Apple Moving (4.34/5) rates highest for fragile-only packing in Durango.
How much does piano moving cost in Durango?
Piano moving is available from 1 of 1 Durango movers (100.0%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Green Apple Moving leads Durango piano movers with a 4.34/5 moveBuddha score. A standalone piano move in Durango typically costs $944 to $4,130, depending on instrument type.
| Piano moving in Durango | Details |
|---|---|
| Durango movers offering this | 1 of 1 (100.0%) |
| National average | 72.52% |
| Top-rated Durango piano movers | Green Apple Moving |
| Upright piano | $944 to $1,770 |
| Baby grand piano | $1,416 to $2,950 |
| Grand piano | $2,124 to $4,130 |
Upright pianos weigh 400 to 800 lbs. Grand pianos exceed 1,200 lbs. Trained crews use piano boards, straps, and padded blankets to prevent structural damage that standard moving equipment cannot safely manage. Bundling a piano into a household move with full-service movers is usually cheaper than hiring a piano-only carrier.
How much does fragile-only packing cost in Durango?
Fragile-only packing is available from 1 of 1 Durango movers (100.0%), compared to 23.83% nationally. Green Apple Moving (4.34/5) rate highest for fragile-only packing in Durango. Full professional packing runs $0.15 to $0.21 per pound; fragile-only packing covers dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps at a fraction of that total.
| Fragile-only packing in Durango | Details |
|---|---|
| Durango movers offering this | 1 of 1 (100.0%) |
| National average | 23.83% |
| Top-rated Durango providers | Green Apple Moving |
| Full professional packing rate | $0.15 to $0.21 per pound |
Fragile-only packing targets dishes, glassware, mirrors, and lamps without a full-service packing contract. Limiting professional packing to breakables keeps total packing cost down while covering the items most likely to break in transit.
What is the top-rated moving company in Durango?
Green Apple Moving (4.34/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Durango, drawing on 73 verified customer reviews across Colorado. The Durango market averages 4.34/5 across 1 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.
Frequently asked questions: moving in Durango, CO
How much do movers cost in Durango, CO?
Local movers in Durango, CO charge by the hour. The CO average is $120/hour for a 2-person crew. Durango's top-rated mover is Green Apple Moving , earning a 4.34/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 73 verified customer reviews across Colorado.
Key cost factors for a Durango move, based on moveBuddha's review data:
- Access fees: stairs, elevators, long carries, and shuttle service each add $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly. Get these costs itemized in your estimate before signing.
- Deposit requirement: many Durango movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
- Full valuation coverage: available from select Durango movers. The default released-value protection covers only $0.60 per pound. Full valuation coverage costs extra and covers replacement value.
- Hours on-site: local moves bill by the clock. Home size, floor access, elevator waits, and how much packing work the crew handles are the primary time drivers.
- Long-distance pricing: moves leaving Durango across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 100.0% of Durango movers (1.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
- Packing services: 100.0% of Durango movers (1.0 companies) offer full packing. Professional packing adds $0.15-$0.21 per pound on average.
DIY options like a rental truck or moving container reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's analysis. Use the moving cost calculator to get a market-specific baseline before collecting quotes.
What do full-service movers in Durango include, and what costs extra?
A standard full-service move in Durango, CO includes loading, transport, and unloading. Basic furniture padding and simple disassembly/reassembly for bed frames and standard furniture pieces are included in the base rate. Packing, valuation upgrades, storage, crating, and specialty-item handling are add-ons billed separately. The table below shows what Durango movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.
| Add-on service | % of Durango movers | Typical cost impact |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | 100.0% (1.0 companies) | +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average |
| Storage | 100.0% | ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$303/month |
| Crating (fragile/high-value items) | 100.0% (1.0 companies) | $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances) |
| Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) | 100.0% (1.0 companies) | Hourly rate only; no truck or transport charge |
| Access fees (stairs, elevator, long carry, shuttle) | Situational | $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly; shuttle service adds $0.08-$0.12 per pound with minimums starting around $200 |
Every add-on above requires written confirmation before booking. A binding estimate locks the final price. A non-binding estimate can change based on actual weight or time. See the hidden and unexpected moving costs guide for a full breakdown of what to request in writing.
Do movers in Durango offer senior, military, or other discounts?
moveBuddha found no confirmed senior, military, AAA, student, teacher, or law enforcement discounts among the Durango movers in its database. That does not mean discounts are unavailable. Ask each mover directly at the quote stage, since some companies offer unpublished rates for eligible groups. Confirm any discount in writing before signing.
How we chose the best moving companies in Durango
moveBuddha's moving analyst team evaluated 77 Colorado moving companies using a five-factor weighted scoring system: customer satisfaction (40%), dispute resolution (20%), industry reputation (15%), online reputation (15%), and service options (10%).
That scoring system draws on moveBuddha's dataset of 1,000+ live price points and research across 4,500+ movers nationwide, so you're getting recommendations built on real market data, not just review aggregation
- Customer satisfaction (40%): The company consistently completes moves on time, communicates proactively, and delivers within the estimated cost. These factors matter most when hiring a mover.
- Dispute resolution (20%): Problems happen in every industry. We reward companies that take clear ownership of issues and make genuine, documented efforts to resolve them.
- Industry reputation (15%): The company holds standing in professional moving organizations and participates in industry oversight, which signals accountability beyond customer reviews alone.
- Online reputation (15%): The company maintains accurate, up-to-date information online and responds promptly and professionally to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Service options (10%): We favor companies that offer full packing, storage, specialty item handling, and expedited delivery. These services matter on a complex move.
Read our complete moving company rating methodology for the full scoring breakdown.
