More and more seniors are leaving Ottawa to live closer to their children and grandchildren, or to move into a retirement residence in another city or province. Some families are bringing a parent to Ottawa from somewhere else. Either way, a long-distance move involves more than a long drive. It means downsizing a home, moving belongings safely over hundreds of kilometres, and arriving in a new place where everything should feel familiar from the first night.
Ottawa Pro Movers helps seniors and their families with every step of a long-distance move, so your loved one can get to their new home with as little stress as possible.
1. A planning conversation, not just a quote
We talk with you and your loved one about the move date, the destination, the size of the new home and any health or mobility concerns. Then you get a clear written estimate.
2. Downsizing before the move
Every item you move long distance adds to the cost. We help you decide what to bring and we can arrange for the rest to go to family, donation or storage.
3. Careful packing for a long trip
Long-distance moves mean more handling and more time on the road. We use sturdy packing materials and pack fragile items, artwork and furniture so they arrive in good condition.
4. Clear labelling and an essentials boxEvery box is labelled by room and contents. We also pack an essentials box for the first night (bedding, toiletries, a change of clothes, chargers, important papers and a few comfort items) that travels separately or gets unloaded first.
5. Dependable transport and a delivery window
We give you a clear pickup and delivery window and keep the family updated while your belongings are on the road.
6.Unpacking and setup at the new home
When we arrive, we place the furniture and set up the rooms so your loved one feels at home right away.
The move itself is only part of the trip. We help families plan around it:
Timing: We schedule delivery so the new home is ready before your parent arrives, which means they don't have to spend days surrounded by boxes.
Travel separately: Most seniors travel with family, by train or by plane, while we handle the belongings. We'll line up the timing with their travel plans.
Out-of-town families: If you live far away, we can be your team on the ground in Ottawa, with updates by phone, text, email and photos.
The price depends on the distance, how much is being moved, how much packing you need and access at both homes (stairs, elevators, parking). Downsizing first is the best way to lower the cost. Contact us for a written estimate.
Not necessarily. Some families find it easier for a parent to spend the day with a relative and arrive once the room is set up. Others want to be part of every step. We'll go with whatever feels right for your family.
Yes. We regularly coordinate moves with stops at a family home, storage, donation centres and other relatives' homes.
For safety and insurance reasons, passengers don't ride in our trucks. Most families have their loved one travel by car, train or plane and arrive after we've delivered and set up the new home.
