Residential

Residential Moving in Ottawa & Gatineau: Your New Home in Good Hands

Hand us your keys and move in with peace of mind. Our team of experts takes care of protecting, transporting, and installing your belongings with the utmost care.

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Our team's expertise

Moving day is a massive milestone—and yeah, it can be pretty stressful. Whether you’re upgrading to a house in Le Plateau, renting a cozy spot in Hull, or settling into an Aylmer condo, every place has its quirks. Tight staircases? Narrow hallways? Nightmarish city parking? Our Ottawa-Gatineau crews have seen it all. We maneuver smartly to keep your belongings pristine.

Condo rules can be notoriously strict. But honestly? That’s one of our biggest strengths. If you’ve only got a two-hour window for the freight elevator, you need a team that’s relentlessly punctual and fast. We’ve mastered these technical constraints, meaning we play perfectly by the rules of your condo board while getting the job done fast.

Our commitment to your belongings:

  • Antiques and fragile items: Expert handling of your valuable glass or solid wood furniture.
  • Bulky appliances: Safe moving without scratching your floors or damaging your door frames.
  • Absolute serenity: Our sole aim is to let you relax in your new home from the very first night.

Full protection of floors and walls

Neoprene protective mats and door frame covers rigorously installed upon our arrival.

Packing and covers for furniture

Padded blankets, plastic film (shrink wrap) and mattress bags for absolute cleanliness.

Assembly and disassembly included

Safe disassembly of your beds or large tables and reassembly at destination for immediate setup.

Appliance Handling

Specialized equipment and carrying straps to move your large appliances safely, without damaging floors.

How it works

1

Access and Volume Assessment

Upon arrival, our team leader analyzes your space layout, entrance dimensions, and prepares a methodical action plan to optimize loading time.

2

Site Protection and Packing

Before moving the first piece of furniture, we secure your floors and stairs. Every sofa, dresser, and table is then wrapped in thick moving blankets.

3

Transport and Placement

Your belongings are securely fastened in the truck. Upon arrival, we position your boxes and reassemble your furniture in the exact rooms of your choice according to your instructions.

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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)

You bet. We navigate the strict rules of high-rise condos and apartment buildings every single day. Just lock down your freight elevator reservation window, let us know, and we’ll tweak our entire logistics plan to respect that timeframe perfectly.

It's always best to clear out anything heavy, fragile, or important (like paperwork or jewelry). But if you have a solidly built dresser filled with just t-shirts and light clothing? Leave them in! It saves you a ton of packing time.

Yes! We bring reusable wardrobe boxes right to your door on moving day. Your clothes stay perfectly on their hangers, completely protected from dirt and wrinkles during the drive. Just let us know you need them when you book!

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.