Aquarium Moving

Empty Aquarium Moving in Gatineau & Ottawa

We move empty aquariums and their stands across Gatineau and Ottawa. You take care of the fish, water and decor before move day — we handle the heavy, fragile glass.

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What Our Aquarium Moving Service Includes

Let's be clear from the start: we move the aquarium itself — the empty tank, its stand and your packed equipment. We do not transport, care for or give advice about fish, corals, plants or any other living things. They need to be rehomed or moved by you, a local aquarium store or an aquarium specialist before our crew arrives.

An empty tank is still a heavy, awkward and fragile item. We treat it like any other valuable fragile piece: wrapped in thick moving blankets, carried by enough movers for its size, and secured upright in the truck so it doesn't shift during the drive.

To protect the glass and the silicone seams, the tank must be completely drained, with all gravel, sand, rocks and decorations removed before we lift it. If the aquarium isn't empty when we arrive, we won't be able to move it.

Careful Glass Handling

Empty tanks are wrapped in moving blankets and carried level to protect the glass, the seams and the corners.

Secured in the Truck

The tank is strapped upright and kept away from heavy items so nothing presses on the glass during transport.

Stand & Equipment

We move the stand like any other piece of furniture, along with the filters, lights and accessories you have packed in boxes.

No Livestock, No Water

We never move fish, corals, plants or water. Everything living must be taken care of before move day.

How it works

1

You Prepare the Tank

Rehome or move your livestock, drain all the water, remove gravel, rocks and decor, then unplug and pack the equipment.

2

We Wrap and Load

Our crew checks that the tank is empty, wraps it in moving blankets and loads it securely together with its stand.

3

Delivered to Your New Home

We place the empty tank and stand exactly where you want them. Refilling, setup and restocking are up to you.

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What our clients say

5.0
271 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

5 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

3 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

8 months ago

I hired UpMove Ottawa to move me from my apartment unit to another unit. They showed up earlier than expected; but they gave me notice of the time change. Andrew and Rad were very efficient and friendly. They were very professional and the move went well. I was very impressed when I arrived at my new place to see the boxes neatly stacked. The furniture was well placed too. I would hire UpMove again when needed. I highly recommend them to anyone who needs a moving company for their move.

We were very impressed with Up Move staff who provided an estimate quickly and followed up with us prior to the move. Questions or concerns were responded to promptly and clearly. Oleg our mover called in advance of the move and arrived punctually. He was professional, courteous and good natured over the course of the move which ran longer than planned. I would highly recommend this company.

Linda Grafton

6 months ago

I had an outstanding moving experience with the three-person crew who handled our move in Kanata. They arrived right on time, were polite, professional, and worked incredibly efficiently. The estimate was spot on, and they handled everything with care. All our furniture was disassembled and reassembled perfectly. Truly a top-notch moving experience – highly recommend!

Andrei Duk

7 months ago

We had the pleasure of working with Vladimir and Viktor today as they helped move my son and his girlfriend from their apartment into their new townhouse. Both of them were incredibly professional, efficient, and careful throughout the entire process. They handled everything with such expertise and made what could have been a very stressful day feel smooth and manageable. The new place has a lot of stairs, and honestly, we could not have done it without them. Their hard work, positive attitude, and attention to detail made all the difference. We sincerely appreciate all of their help and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, hardworking movers. Thank you, Vladimir and Viktor!

Jenn N

5 months ago

My fiancé and I had Nikita and Andrew as our Movers this past Sunday. Saying the professionalism was impeccable was an understatement. They cared for our belongs with care. They were extremely respectful and communicative. I will definitely recommend them for your next move! I know I will! Thank you for the wonderful service.

Rowaa Alhaboob

8 months ago

Great moving experience from start to finish. The team was professional, efficient, and handled my belongings with care. Everything arrived safely, and their friendly attitude made the process stress-free. Transparent pricing and excellent service—I’d definitely use them again.

Samuel Muguraguri

5 months ago

UpMove is a professional, fast and friendly moving company, that takes on any job with skill and speed. I hired UpMove for a move from a full-family sized house to another, around 5 bedrooms in each house. Despite the large size of the job, the UpMove guys made no problem of this and handled the big move with ease. They are clearly experienced professionals who have been doing this for years, and their skills were demonstrated in every part of the job — from the careful and smart wrapping of fragile items to ensure 0 damage to the customer’s belongings, to the lifting techniques that they employed to move large pieces of furniture up and down complicated stairways and narrow doorways. The team of three workers completed this big job in less than 5 hours, and I was left more than satisfied. These guys are clearly not amateurs, and in their efficient and friendly service it is hard to find anything bad to say about them. For these reasons I would, without a doubt, recommend choosing UpMove for your next move!

Nikita Grankin

5 months ago

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

No. We only move the empty aquarium, its stand and packed equipment. We don't transport or handle fish, corals, plants or any other living things, and we can't advise on keeping them healthy during a move. Please make your own arrangements with a local aquarium store or specialist.

Yes. The tank must be completely drained, and all gravel, sand, rocks and decorations removed before our crew arrives. Water or substrate left inside adds weight and puts stress on the glass and seams. If the tank isn't empty, we won't be able to move it.

No. We don't move water, buckets of water or wet filter media. Please take care of them yourself or ask your aquarium specialist.

We place the empty tank and stand exactly where you want them. Reconnecting the equipment, refilling and cycling the tank are not part of our service.

Your aquarium is covered like any other item under our standard valuation of $0.60 per pound, per item. If your tank is worth more, we recommend additional coverage — see our Insurance page for details.

Mention the aquarium and its approximate size (length or gallons) when you request your quote, so we can plan the right crew for it.

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 the Ottawa Valley 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.