Professional Movers in Utah
Movers in Orem Utah
When you search for “movers,” you’re looking for professional help with one of life’s most stressful tasks. But not all movers are the same. Some provide just labor — strong backs to load and unload a truck you’ve rented. Others offer full-service moving that handles everything from packing to transportation to setup at your new home.
Uinta Moving Company provides professional full-service moving in Orem Utah and throughout Utah. We’re not just a labor crew — we’re a complete moving company with the trucks, equipment, and trained personnel to handle every aspect of your relocation.
Orem’s Two Kinds of Moves
Student and apartment moves. Orem’s student housing turns over every April and December. Those moves are usually small—a bed, a desk, a dresser, a shared couch, and a few boxes. Many students need only a portion of what’s in the apartment. For those, a full-service crew is overkill. Our single item moving service and on-site moving teams handle small loads and labor-only support for students loading a rental truck.
Family moves. Orem’s family neighborhoods sit east of State Street, near Orem High School and Mountain View High School, and in the foothill subdivisions. Those homes are larger, furniture is heavier, and moves are tied to home sales, job transfers, and retirement. They need a full crew, disassembly, wrapping, and a delivery plan.
What Full-Service Actually Means
A full-service move is a coordinated project with several parts.
Loading and unloading. Furniture is positioned to prevent shifting during transit, with heavier items on the bottom and fragile pieces secured. The crew uses proper lifting technique.
Packing and unpacking. Our packing services cover full-home, partial, or fragile-only packing. Fragile items, electronics, and kitchenware are wrapped and boxed to survive the move.
Furniture protection. Moving blankets, stretch wrap, and furniture pads protect your belongings. Oversized pieces go to our furniture movers, and pianos go to our piano movers.
Disassembly and reassembly. Beds, tables, and other furniture are disassembled and reassembled. Hardware is bagged and labeled.
Transportation. We provide the truck and the driver, sized for the street and the load.
What Movers Cost in Utah
Professional movers in Utah charge an average of $156 per hour, with most companies requiring a two-hour minimum. That means the baseline for even a small move starts around $313.
Based on 2026 pricing data, here’s what full-service local moves typically cost in Utah:
| Home Size | Crew Size | Typical Hours | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio apartment | 2 movers | 3 hours | $624 |
| 1 bedroom | 2 movers | 4 hours | $843 |
| 2 bedrooms | 3 movers | 5 hours | $1,325 |
| 3 bedrooms | 4 movers | 8 hours | $2,980 |
| 4 bedrooms | 4 movers | 9 hours | $3,409 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 5 movers | 10 hours | $5,212 |
Those figures represent full-service moving with a crew and truck. Labor-only moves cost less—typically $59 to $80 per mover per hour.
Labor-Only vs. Full-Service
Some Orem moves only need muscle. If you’re renting a truck or portable container and just need help loading and unloading, our on-site moving service provides labor-only support.
Full-service makes sense when you don’t want to drive a truck, when the move is large enough that packing and disassembly would take days on your own, or when the access is complicated enough that professional planning matters.
Why Choose Uinta Moving Company
Uinta Moving Company is a full-service moving company serving Orem Utah and throughout Utah. We’re not a broker — we own our trucks and employ our crews. That means you know who’s handling your belongings.
We serve customers throughout Utah, including Salt Lake City, Utah County, and Davis County. Whether you’re moving within Orem Utah or relocating across the state or country, we have the crew and equipment to handle it.
Moving Services in Key Utah Areas
We serve customers throughout Utah, including:
Full-Service Moving Solutions for Every Need
While this page covers our general moving services, Uinta Moving Company offers specialized services for every type of relocation.
Local and Residential Moving
For moves within Utah, we offer local moving for relocations within the same city or across the Wasatch Front. Our apartment movers specialize in the unique challenges of apartment buildings — stairs, elevators, and tight hallways. For larger homes, our furniture movers handle heavy pieces with proper technique.
Packing and On-Site Help
If you need help packing, our packing services cover everything from fragile items to entire rooms. If you only need help loading or unloading, our on-site moving service provides labor-only support.
Specialty and Commercial Services
For business relocations, we offer commercial moving and dedicated business moving company services. For single items or furniture deliveries, our single item moving service is designed for exactly that. If you’re moving a piano, our piano movers have the specialized equipment and experience.
Long Distance and Interstate Moving
If you’re relocating out of state, we offer long distance moving for regional moves, interstate movers for state-to-state relocations, and cross country moving for coast-to-coast moves.
General Moving Services
As a full-service moving company, we provide movers for every type of relocation. Our moving contractors are trained professionals who handle your belongings with care.
Frequently Asked Questions About Movers in Orem
How much do movers cost in Orem?
Professional movers in Utah average $156 per hour with a two-hour minimum. Total costs range from $624 for a studio apartment to $5,212 for a five-plus-bedroom home. Labor-only moves cost less.
Can you move just a few items out of a student apartment?
Yes. Our single item moving service handles small loads, and our on-site moving teams provide labor-only support for students loading a rental truck.
What’s the difference between full-service and labor-only movers?
Full-service movers handle everything: packing, loading, transportation, and unloading. Labor-only movers provide just the muscle—you rent the truck and drive it yourself.
How far in advance should I book movers?
For local moves, four to six weeks. Around graduation and semester start, book earlier because demand is high.
Do you provide packing services?
Yes. Our packing services include full or partial packing.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Uinta Moving Company is properly licensed and insured, and we can provide documentation upon request.