Johnson Storage & Moving - Fort Collins
Johnson Storage & Moving is a moving and storage company serving Fort Collins and northern Colorado from its facility at 4015 John Deere Drive in north Fort Collins near I-25. Founded in 1900, the company has served Fort Collins for 125 years and is the official preferred mover for Colorado State University, which means CSU recommends Johnson to incoming faculty, visiting researchers, and relocating staff. Johnson is a United Van Lines premier agent and a licensed carrier operating under USDOT #077949, employing its own drivers, moving crews, and packers rather than handing a customer off to a third-party moving company. Work covers local moves across Larimer County, long-distance and out-of-state relocations with real-time MySite tracking and full-value protection, DOD approved military and government PCS moves, senior and specialty moves, commercial and office moves, packing services and supplies, and full-service climate-controlled storage plus commercial warehousing through Johnson Warehousing. Every estimate is free, and customers can choose a Yembo self-survey on a smartphone, a live virtual video survey, or an in-home visit from a Johnson relocation consultant. Colorado Biz Magazine recognized the company as a Best of Colorado Business in 2024.
Services
Local moving
Moves within Fort Collins and northern Colorado, covering all of Larimer County with background-checked, drug-tested crews and transparent hourly pricing.
Long-distance moving
Out-of-state and interstate relocations as a United Van Lines agent, with dedicated drivers, real-time MySite tracking, and full-value protection from your front door to your destination.
CSU and university moves
Faculty relocations, visiting researcher transitions, graduate student moves, and department office relocations planned around the Colorado State University academic calendar.
Military and government PCS moves
DOD approved carrier handling PCS moves throughout northern Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, including security-sensitive relocation documentation and timelines.
Senior and specialty moves
Senior move specialists handling downsizing and retirement community transitions, including decluttering, donation coordination, and white-glove handling of belongings.
Why choose us?
Location & hours
4015 John Deere Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USA
FAQs
Are you the preferred mover for Colorado State University?
Yes. Johnson Storage & Moving is the official preferred mover for Colorado State University, handling CSU faculty relocations, visiting researcher transitions, graduate student moves, and department office relocations planned around the academic calendar. August move-ins and May move-outs are the busiest periods, and Johnson recommends booking 6 to 8 weeks in advance for August moves.
What areas around Fort Collins do you serve?
Johnson serves all of Larimer and Weld Counties from the Fort Collins facility at 4015 John Deere Drive near I-25. That includes Loveland, Windsor, Greeley, Evans, Johnstown, Milliken, Severance, Wellington, Timnath, Laporte, Bellvue, Masonville, Ault, and Eaton, along with communities near the Wyoming border including Cheyenne and Laramie.
Do you handle moves along the Poudre Canyon and to Red Feather Lakes?
Yes. The Cache la Poudre Canyon on CO-14 and Red Feather Lakes Road are familiar routes for the Fort Collins crews. Every canyon move is assessed individually so the right equipment and timing are planned around narrow mountain roads and seasonal road conditions before move day.
Are you a licensed carrier or a broker?
Johnson is a licensed carrier, not a broker. The company operates under USDOT #077949 as an authorized agent for United Van Lines and employs its own drivers, moving crews, and packers, so the company that estimates your move is the same company that executes it.
Is an estimate free, and how do I get one?
Every estimate is free. You can complete a Yembo self-survey on your smartphone in about 10 to 15 minutes, schedule a live virtual video survey, or book an in-home visit from a Johnson relocation consultant. Virtual and in-home appointments run about 30 to 90 minutes.
Do you offer storage and commercial warehouse space in Fort Collins?
Yes. The John Deere Drive facility offers climate-controlled full-service residential, commercial, and military storage with bar-coded inventory management and short-term or long-term options. Johnson Warehousing also offers dedicated warehouse space in Fort Collins for businesses needing logistics, distribution, and inventory management.
When is peak moving season in Fort Collins?
Fort Collins has two peaks driven by Colorado State University. August is the busiest month as students, faculty, and families all transition at once, and May is the second peak as the academic year ends. Johnson recommends booking 6 to 8 weeks ahead for August moves and 4 to 6 weeks for May and summer moves.
Can you pack for me, or supply materials if I pack myself?
Both. United Van Lines certified packers handle full-service packing, and boxes and materials are available for DIY packing, with free used boxes when available. Specialty crating is offered for ski and outdoor gear, research equipment, fine art, and antiques.