Antiques & Art

Moving Antiques & Fine Art in Ottawa & Gatineau

Antique and art moving in Ottawa and Gatineau. Paintings, sculptures and period furniture are wrapped one by one, crated when needed and secured for transport.

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The expertise of collectors and galleries

Transporting a fine art collection, fragile archival canvases, or irreplaceable heritage furniture requires a wildly different approach than a standard move. These aren’t just objects; they’re investments. They’re vulnerable to temperature shocks, vibration damage, and mishandling. You need experts.

UpMove takes a careful, methodical approach to art transport. We use custom-built, heavily padded crating, strictly climate-controlled handling, and advanced shock-absorption techniques. From a single painting to a full private collection, every piece is packed, secured and delivered with care.

Our mastery of arts and antiques:

  • Preventive conservation: Use of thermal and hygrometric barriers to counteract the region's weather swings.
  • Antique Handling: Techniques aimed at avoiding any pressure on old glue joints and fragile inlays (marquetry).
  • Discretion and security: Personnel trained in handling high value items, with direct transport ensuring a minimum of external movements.

Archival Packing & Neutral Materials

Specialized wrapping of your canvases and objects using acid-free paper (pH neutral) and approved protective films (Tyvek).

Expert handling of solid wood antiques

Strategic support and extreme precautions against structural tension on old pieces, mold, and sensitive varnishes.

Gallery and Exhibition Relocation

Logistical support for art openings and private collection moves between homes, galleries and storage.

Secure and Climate-controlled Transport

Fleet equipped with air suspensions to banish road vibrations and maintain stable temperatures.

How it works

1

Collection Audit and Material Evaluation

We conduct a physical inventory to identify the nature of each artwork (oil on canvas, bronze, old wood) and plan the proper packaging.

2

In-situ Conservation Packing

The application of acid-free materials, creation of shock absorption, and meticulous labeling take place without jostling your paintings.

3

High Security Transport and Installation

Transport is done discreetly, securely, and in a controlled manner. At destination, our specialists carefully unpack each item.

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Gatineau/Ottawa (EN)(343) 988-0897
Gatineau/Ottawa (FR)(438) 357-5211

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What our clients say

5.0
278 reviews on Google

Oleg, Vladimir & Radion are fantastic! I couldn't be happier with the job they did! They were so friendly, professional & efficient! I hired them to move my business from an hour outside of Ottawa into the city. Oleg met me ahead of time and viewed both places & what I was moving. I had several heavy appliances to be moved, and I was worried about them fitting in my new location. Oleg was very reassuring that they would put every effort into getting them in & put me at ease immediately. They had to carry in the fridges & freezers & flip them around to stand them up under a low ceiling. They moved a couch up a flight of stairs & it was heavy and not an easy fit. They were so friendly while they worked and had great senses if humour! They took a lot of care with everything they moved & the space. They worked quickly & efficiently, disassembled items, removed door hinges, and they put everything where I wanted. It was the easiest and least stressful move I've ever gone through & I can't recommend them enough!

Ashley

6 months ago

I hired Ottawa Best Movers (UpMove Ottawa) last month to help me move into my first home, and I couldn’t have been happier with the service. Since I had never hired professional movers before, I was feeling a little anxious about the process and having strangers handle my furniture and personal belongings. However, Oleg and Milan were both friendly, hardworking, respectful, and trustworthy. They immediately made me feel comfortable and reassured throughout the experience. Moving into my first home was a very important milestone for me, and I truly appreciated how positive and stress-free they made the experience. It was a pleasure having Oleg and Milan as my movers, and I have absolutely no complaints. I would highly recommend Ottawa Best Movers to anyone looking for a reliable and professional moving company. Laura K

Laura K

a week ago

Oleg and his team were exceptional for my move from Ottawa to Montreal! I will absolutely be using them again. They showed up on time, worked incredibly efficiently, and handled my items with care. They even went the extra mile and fixed a drawer for me before packing it on the truck. They were very accommodating when I had an address update and made the day as stress free as one could expect a move to be. Their “we got this” attitude really helped to keep me at ease throughout the day. Thank you so much for the awesome experience!

Tori Dudys

2 months ago

UpMove led by Oleg is an excellent business. The team who helped us really cared about our belongings and were very efficient. They worked so hard to get the truck to fit for the load out and delivered early the next day as we moved cities. This team are pros and I would highly recommend to anyone moving within city and to a different city. Very clear pricing model with great communication for the clients. Thank you rod, Tanya, Nadia, old, Alex and Andrew for all your help. You guys are amazing

James Bickerton

4 months ago

Oleg and Koly were professional, kind and efficient. They manoeuvred the truck with grace and precision - I highly recommend this moving company - no hidden fees, nothing but outstanding service! Thank you for making this a pleasant experience and for taking such good care of my belongings !

Jessica Hamel

2 weeks ago

I am very pleased to hire the UpMove who helped me with moving. Moving can be very stressful, but not so much if you hired the right person. I’d like to recognize the team of Oleg, Radion & Nikita. They were professional, efficient, carefully wrapped my furnitures and move my upright piano with skillful hands. The price is very reasonable, given that it also included my heavy piano move. They were also very skillful at stacking the furnitures so that everything fits into the storage unit - this is a big save on my end. I would highly recommend UpMove and the team of Oleg Radion Nikita :)!

camille

2 months ago

The guys were incredible! They were fast and courteous deapite having to carry all my stuff from a third-floor walkup. The move was super low-cost and effortless on my end. Im very happy with the result i highly recommend these guys for ANYONE planning a move.

Pierre Gwod

9 months ago

Milan and Yaroslav were really great guys. Showed up on time, wrapped everything fragile, and worked efficiently. The move took longer than expected but they did not complain and continued working. Nothing got damaged and everything was delivered perfectly. They were also fun to chat with and were great communicators. I’d hire Milan and Yaroslav again.

maryam galehdar

2 weeks ago

Alex, Oleg and the rest of the crew helped me move out of my apartment in Ottawa!Coordination was perfect and the crew was very professional, they made a stressful situation much easier than it could have been. Perfect!

sergiu mardari

4 months ago

Oleg, Alex, and Milan did an excellent job with my move and furniture assembly. They were professional, careful, and very patient, making sure everything was handled and set up properly. Highly recommend this team for their great service and positive attitude!

r xv

a month ago

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

You bet. We're fully qualified to handle the complex logistics of art gallery openings, showroom rotations, and transferring high-value inventory between galleries and art storage around the region.

Our specialists apply multiple thermal barrier layers during the packing process. This heavy insulation blocks 'thermal shock.' Plus, we load everything rapidly into climate-controlled environments to completely prevent condensation.

Absolutely. Moving massive stone or metal statues takes highly specialized lifting techniques. We use balanced strapping systems and low-clearance dollies to safely tilt and move extreme weights—without putting stress on the sculpture's delicate anchor points.

Areas we serve in Ottawa and Gatineau

Our crews work on both sides of the river. See local details for your area:

Rates start at $119 an hour for two movers and a truck, on weekdays from the 5th to the 25th of the month. See all our prices

The UpMove Commitment to Our Clients

As a local business proudly serving the Gatineau and Ottawa region, we don't just see addresses—we see our neighbors. No matter the complexity of your project, our core promise remains exactly the same: strict punctuality, absolute respect for your property, and crews that actually know what they are doing.

We built our reputation in Ottawa and Gatineau by taking the stress out of logistics. No hidden last-minute fees, no inexperienced day-laborers. Just straight-forward, professional service from the first phone call to the very last box being unloaded.

Our Quality Standards

  • Transparent Pricing:Clear, honest estimates. The price we agree on is the price you pay, period.
  • Full-Time Crews:We employ dedicated professionals who are trained in our strict property-protection methods.
  • Fully Insured:Comprehensive liability and cargo insurance coverage so you are protected against the unexpected.