RESIDENTIAL MOVING FAQ

Little Red Wagon Moving serves Colorado Springs and the surrounding communities, including Black Forest, Broadmoor, Falcon, Fountain, Monument, and Security-Widefield. We also handle moves to Denver and throughout Colorado with our inner-state moving services, and we can take you just about anywhere in the country with our long-distance residential moving. Whether you’re heading across town or across several state lines, we’ve got you covered. Check out our full service areas to see where we roll.

Getting a free estimate is easy. You can call us directly at (719) 499-6285 or fill out the form on our contact page and we’ll get back to you quickly. We like to actually talk with our customers when possible, because every move is different. The size of your home, how much needs to be packed, whether there are specialty items, and the distance of your move all factor into pricing. We’ll walk through everything with you so there are no surprises on moving day. If you’re curious about what affects the cost before you reach out, we have a helpful breakdown on how much it costs to hire movers in Colorado Springs.

Moving has a lot of moving parts, no pun intended. The best thing you can do is start early and work through things systematically rather than trying to tackle everything at once. We put together a detailed moving checklist that walks you through everything from the early planning stages right up to your first night in the new place. It covers things a lot of people forget about, like notifying utilities, forwarding your mail, and updating your address with important accounts. Speaking of which, our change of address guide is a great resource once you have your move date locked in. The short answer is that a little preparation goes a long way toward making moving day feel manageable instead of chaotic.

If you can, reach out 6 to 8 weeks in advance, especially if you’re moving during the busy summer season. That gives us time to schedule your preferred date and do a proper walkthrough so we know exactly what we’re working with. That said, we completely understand that life doesn’t always give you that much runway. If you’re in a bind, check out our last-minute moving services. Our crews are experienced at moving efficiently without cutting corners on care, so even a fast turnaround doesn’t mean your stuff is at risk.

Yes, and a lot of customers find this to be one of the most valuable parts of working with us. Packing is time-consuming and surprisingly stressful, and it’s also where a lot of items get damaged when people go the DIY route. Our team knows how to wrap fragile items, break down furniture properly, and load a truck so nothing shifts in transit. We can handle the full pack and unpack, or just step in for the parts you’d rather not deal with. Just let us know when you reach out for your estimate and we’ll build that into your plan.

Absolutely. We move everything from heavy gym equipment to antique furniture to oversized pieces that most people wouldn’t know how to get out of a house safely. If you have a treadmill, a piano, a gun safe, or anything else that gives you pause, just mention it when you call. We have a dedicated page for specialty item moving and also specific services for gym and fitness equipment and furniture moving. The earlier we know about these items, the better we can prepare.

Yes, and we’re good at it. Apartment moves come with their own set of challenges, including narrow hallways, stairwells, elevators with limited access windows, and parking restrictions. Our team has handled all of it. We move carefully to protect your belongings and the building, which matters a lot if you want your security deposit back. Learn more about what goes into a smooth apartment transition on our apartment moving services page.

Yes. Little Red Wagon Moving is fully licensed and insured, and we think that should be one of the first questions anyone asks a moving company before hiring them. Our DOT number is 297-5192 and our MC number is 1237976. Hiring an unlicensed mover might seem like a way to save money upfront, but if something goes wrong, you have very little recourse. With us, you have the peace of mind that your belongings are protected and that you’re working with a legitimate, accountable business.

We use moving blankets, furniture pads, and shrink wrap to protect your items during loading and transport. Fragile pieces get extra attention, and we take the time to load the truck in a way that prevents shifting while we’re on the road. We also use floor runners and door jamb protectors to keep your home from getting dinged up on the way out. Our customers regularly mention in their reviews that nothing arrived damaged, and that’s something we take real pride in.

Yes. Moving later in life comes with its own set of considerations, and our team is patient, communicative, and used to working at a pace that feels comfortable rather than rushed. We can coordinate with family members and make sure the process is as stress-free as possible. Visit our senior moving services page for more information on how we approach these moves.

Yes. Colorado Springs has a large military community and we understand the unique demands of a PCS move, including tight timelines and specific documentation requirements. Our military moving services are designed with those needs in mind. If you’re stationed at Fort Carson, Peterson, Schriever, or Cheyenne Mountain, give us a call and we’ll help figure out the best approach for your situation.

Boxes add up fast and the cost surprises a lot of people. We put together a guide on where to find free moving boxes in Colorado Springs that covers some spots most people overlook. It can save you a decent chunk of money, especially for larger homes.