Full service moving in Ottawa means you do not lift a finger. Ottawa Residential Movers' comprehensive full service moving solution handles every single aspect of your relocation, from professionally packing your kitchen dishes to hanging pictures on the walls of your new home. Our full service movers in Ottawa take complete ownership of your move so you can focus on what matters: your family, your work, and settling into your new life.
Our full service moving package is the premium choice for busy Ottawa professionals, families with young children, seniors who prefer not to handle the physical demands of packing and moving, and anyone who simply wants a completely stress-free relocation experience. Every detail is managed by our experienced team, from the initial home survey to the final box being recycled after unpacking.
What sets our full service movers apart is the comprehensive nature of our approach. We do not just pack boxes and transport them. We create a detailed inventory of your entire home, develop a custom packing plan using the appropriate materials for each item type, coordinate the logistics of your move-in and move-out dates, handle building requirements, set up furniture in your new home, and even unpack your boxes and organize contents into your new closets and cabinets.
Choosing full service moving in Ottawa eliminates the weeks of preparation that a standard move requires. No hunting for boxes, no spending weekends wrapping dishes, no aching backs from carrying heavy items. Our crews arrive at your home with everything they need, work systematically and efficiently, and leave you with a new home that is ready to live in from day one.
What Makes Full Service Moving the Best Choice for Ottawa Families
The decision to choose full service moving often comes down to a simple calculation of time versus money. The average DIY move for a three-bedroom Ottawa home requires approximately 40 to 60 hours of personal time when you account for purchasing supplies, packing over several weekends, loading the truck, driving, unloading, unpacking, and disposing of materials. For dual-income families, this represents a significant opportunity cost. Our full service option condenses this entire process into a professionally managed two to three-day experience that requires zero personal time investment.
Beyond time savings, full service moving dramatically reduces the risk of damage to your belongings. Professional packers use specific techniques developed through thousands of moves: nesting bowls with protective layers between each, wrapping picture frames in corner protectors before boxing, coiling electronics cables and labelling each connection point for easy setup. These techniques result in a damage rate that is a fraction of what occurs in self-packed moves, protecting your investment in household goods.
The emotional benefit of full service moving should not be underestimated. Moving consistently ranks among life's most stressful events. By delegating the physical tasks to professionals, you preserve your energy and emotional bandwidth for the aspects of moving that actually require your personal attention: saying goodbye to neighbours, introducing yourself to new ones, helping children adjust, and envisioning the life you will build in your new home.
Inside Our Full Service Moving Process
Our full service moving process begins with a detailed in-home consultation conducted by your assigned move coordinator. This is not a quick walkthrough but a thorough room-by-room assessment where we inventory every item, note special handling requirements, measure doorways and staircases, and discuss your preferences for the new home layout. The coordinator creates a comprehensive moving plan that serves as the blueprint for your entire relocation.
On packing day, our specialized packing crew arrives with a truck loaded with materials tailored to your home's specific needs. The crew works systematically from the top floor down, packing one room at a time. Each box is labelled with a colour-coded system that indicates both the room destination and a priority level for unpacking. Fragile items are double-boxed, and a detailed inventory sheet is maintained throughout the process. The average three-bedroom home is completely packed in 6 to 8 hours by a team of three packers.
Moving day follows a choreographed sequence designed for maximum efficiency and safety. Heavy furniture exits the home first while doorways and hallways are clear. Boxes follow in reverse-priority order so that essential items are loaded last and unloaded first at the destination. The moving crew communicates constantly with the packing crew's notes, ensuring that every special handling instruction is followed. At your new home, the process reverses: essentials come off first, furniture is placed and assembled, and boxes are distributed to their designated rooms for the unpacking phase.
Full Service Moving for Every Life Stage
Our full service moving solution adapts to the unique needs of different life stages. For young professionals relocating for career opportunities in Ottawa's tech sector or government, our service means zero disruption to their demanding work schedules. We handle everything while they focus on their career transition, often completing the entire move while they are at work and having their new home ready to live in by evening.
For families with young children, full service moving eliminates the impossible task of packing an entire home while simultaneously caring for kids. Parents do not need to find childcare for multiple weekends of packing or worry about keeping children safe during the chaos of moving day. Our crew works around the family's schedule, and the children's rooms are unpacked and set up first so they have a comfortable, familiar space in the new home from the very first night.
For Ottawa's growing population of retirees and seniors, full service moving provides compassionate, patient assistance during what can be an emotionally significant transition. Our experienced crews understand that downsizing from a family home involves more than logistics. We provide extra time for decision-making about sentimental items, coordinate with family members who want to be involved, and ensure the new home feels warm and welcoming from the moment the senior moves in. Many of our senior clients tell us that our full service made the difference between a traumatic transition and a positive new beginning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is included in full service moving?
Our full service moving package includes everything from start to finish: an in-home consultation and inventory, all packing materials and boxes, professional packing of your entire home, furniture disassembly, loading, transportation in our insured trucks, unloading, furniture reassembly, placement in designated rooms, unpacking of all boxes, organization of contents in closets and cabinets, bed making, and removal of all packing materials. It is truly a hands-off experience where you do not need to pack, carry, or organize a single item.
How many days does a full service move take?
A typical full service move for a three-bedroom home takes two to three days: one day for packing, one day for the physical move, and a few hours on the third day for unpacking and organization. Smaller homes may be completed in two days, while larger homes or those with extensive collections may require three to four days. Your move coordinator will provide an exact timeline during the consultation, including any schedule preferences you have.
Is full service moving worth the extra cost?
For many Ottawa families, full service moving delivers exceptional value when you factor in the true costs of a DIY approach. Consider the cost of purchasing packing materials, the time investment of packing and unpacking over several weekends, the physical risk of injury from lifting, the stress and disruption to your daily life, and the potential for damage when items are packed by non-professionals. Our full service clients consistently report that the investment in professional handling was the best moving decision they made.
Can you do a partial full service move?
Absolutely. Many customers choose our partial full service option where we pack specific rooms that are most challenging, such as the kitchen, dining room, and living room, while the customer handles simpler areas like bedrooms and closets. This hybrid approach provides professional handling where it matters most while allowing you to control costs. We are flexible and can customize the service level to match your needs and budget.
Do you unpack everything at the new home?
Yes, our full service package includes complete unpacking at your new home. Our team places dishes in kitchen cabinets, hangs clothes in closets, arranges bathroom items on shelves, sets up the pantry, makes the beds with your linens, and positions decorative items as directed. We work with you to understand your preferences and organize your new home to your satisfaction. All empty boxes and packing materials are removed and recycled when we leave.
How do you handle fragile and valuable items?
Fragile and valuable items receive extra attention in our full service moves. Our packers use specialized techniques and materials for each item type: acid-free tissue paper for fine china, multi-layer bubble wrap for crystal, custom mirror boxes for framed art, dish cell dividers for dinnerware, and foam-lined boxes for electronics. For extremely valuable items such as original artwork, antiques, and sculptures, we build custom wooden crates on-site to provide maximum protection during transport.
Can you handle the entire move while I am at work?
Yes, many of our full service clients are busy professionals who cannot take time off during the week. With your authorization, our team can access your home, pack your belongings, move everything to your new home, unpack and organize, and have everything ready for you when you return from work. We provide regular text and photo updates throughout the day so you can monitor progress remotely. Keys are securely managed and returned at the end of the move.
Do you offer full service moves for seniors?
Yes, our full service moving package is particularly popular with Ottawa seniors who are downsizing or relocating. We approach senior moves with extra patience and sensitivity, understanding that parting with a long-time family home can be emotional. Our team can help sort items for keeping, donating, and storing, coordinate with family members who are helping with the transition, and ensure the new home is set up comfortably before the first night.