Best Movers Near Ontario, OR (2026 Reviews)

Valley Custom Moving LLC is Ontario's top-rated local mover on moveBuddha, earning a 4.5/5 , followed by Merchant Moving & Storage, LLC at 4.58/5. moveBuddha scored 2 movers based in Ontario out of 36 reviewed across Oregon, drawing on 34 verified customer reviews across Oregon.

Local movers in Ontario charge by the hour. The OR average is $123/hour for a 2-person crew. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a fast cost baseline before you collect quotes.

How do Ontario moving companies compare?

Ontario's 2 reviewed moving companies are ranked by moveBuddha score, a composite of verified customer reviews, BBB rating, and proximity to Ontario, with a market average of 4.44/5, drawing on 34 verified customer reviews across Oregon. The ranked list above also includes movers that serve Ontario from nearby locations, so scores reflect performance across the full local service area, not just companies with a Ontario address.

Proximity to Ontario is a ranking factor, so a mover ranked higher on the list may have a lower score than one ranked below. A nearby company can outrank a higher-scored mover based further out. Each company's positive review rate and BBB rating are included so you can compare quality and reputation side by side.

Company Our rating Positive reviews BBB Quote
Valley Custom Moving LLC
7 years in business
star star star star star
4.5
99% A+
star star star star star
4.58
91% A+
Cross Town Moves
40 years in business
star star star star star
4.5
95% A+
star star star star star
4.5
90% A
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK
41 years in business
star star star star star
4.38
95% A+
208 Moving Company
12 years in business
star star star star star
4.42
98% A+
All My Sons Moving & Storage
26 years in business
star star star star star
4.38
73% A
star star star star star
4.36
92% A+
Caseboise Moving
16 years in business
star star star star star
4.34
95% A+
Boise Moving & Storage
11 years in business
star star star star star
4.16
97% A+

What are the top-rated moving companies in Ontario?

Valley Custom Moving LLC is Ontario's top-rated moving company on moveBuddha, earning a 4.5/5, followed by Merchant Moving & Storage, LLC at 4.58/5.

Each review profile below covers pricing transparency, crew quality, and claims handling, the 3 factors most predictive of move-day outcome, alongside each company's BBB grade, years in business, and positive review rate.

moveBuddha scored 2 Ontario movers drawing on 34 verified customer reviews across Oregon, with a market average score of 4.44/5. Rankings include movers based in Ontario and those serving the area from nearby locations. Proximity is a ranking factor, so a mover's position in the list below does not always correspond directly to its score.

  1. Valley Custom Moving LLC: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  2. Merchant Moving & Storage, LLC: 4.58 out of 5 stars
  3. Cross Town Moves: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  4. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  5. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.38 out of 5 stars
  6. 208 Moving Company: 4.42 out of 5 stars
  7. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.38 out of 5 stars
  8. Vantage Moving Solutions, LLC: 4.36 out of 5 stars
  9. Caseboise Moving: 4.34 out of 5 stars
  10. Boise Moving & Storage: 4.16 out of 5 stars
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Safe moving
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 4.7

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Valley Custom Moving LLC has been in business for 7 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.

Review quality 4.5

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Valley Custom Moving LLC has about 99% positive reviews across roughly 305 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.8.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Valley Custom Moving LLC.

Customer service 4.1

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Valley Custom Moving LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Valley Custom Movers exceeded our expectations! They answered all our questions, delivered what they promised, and everything went smoothly. Highly recommend them!"

"Donovan and Sean were amazing! They were prompt, courteous and highly professional. Not only would we use Valley Custom moving again, we would request Donovan and Sean!"

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3254761
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1524 11th Ave N, Nampa, ID, 83687
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Estate moves
  • Piano moves
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Shipment tracking
  • Full valuation coverage
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Available discounts

  • AAA discount

Company stats

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Merchant Moving & Storage, LLC has been in business for 81 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.

Review quality 4.5

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Merchant Moving & Storage, LLC has about 91% positive reviews across roughly 173 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.

Quote accuracy 4.0

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Merchant Moving & Storage, LLC, and Merchant Moving & Storage, LLC makes deposit expectations clear upfront. Discounts may be available for groups like AAA members.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Merchant Moving & Storage, LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling, and visibility during transit through shipment tracking.

Recent reviews

"They were extremely responsive and organized. Our movers Noah and Dustin were fantastic: professional, courteous, and did not stop working. They moved all our furniture quickly while being cautious. The price was great too!"

"Every step of the way was seamless. If I had any questions, they had the answers and promptly. The move out day was seamless as well as the move in day. Merchants was the best!"

DOT number
1530842
Address
11345 W Executive Dr, Boise, ID, 83713
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
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  • Piano moves
  • Storage available
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Cross Town Moves has been in business for 40 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Cross Town Moves has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 260 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.1.

Quote accuracy 4.1

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from Cross Town Moves.

Customer service 4.4

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Cross Town Moves emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"My movers (Hayden, Dominque, and Mike) were great! They were on time, polite, and worked quickly and professionally to make my move easy. The charges were clear and straight forward."

"Absolutely the best moving company out there!!! Franklin was such a hard worker, and he worked fast! Also a really great guy. Marcos and Mauricio were top notch as well."

DOT number
2256609
Address
1419 North Eldorado Street, Boise, ID, 83704
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90%
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Estate moves
  • Debris removal
  • Junk removal
  • Small moves
  • Storage available
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has been in business for 6 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving has about 90% positive reviews across roughly 306 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.5.

Quote accuracy 4.1

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"They were efficient, super friendly, and handled our stuff with care. Communication throughout was excellent and they finished ahead of schedule. Highly recommend!"

"Fast, polite, and placed everything exactly where I wanted. They made sure to protect my valuables and handled my dog and toddler kindly."

DOT number
2378173
Address
2163 Centurion Pl, Boise, ID, 83709
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95%
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Piano moves
  • Safe moving
  • Debris removal
  • Junk removal
  • Storage available
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has been in business for 41 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and interstate moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 247 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.4.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from TWO MEN AND A TRUCK.

Customer service 4.4

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"The crew was awesome! On time, took great care of my household items, and finished in a day. Clear, consistent communication. No broken items. Highly recommend!"

"Awesome moving company. Movers were prompt, efficient, placed everything where we wanted, and very careful with all our items. Would recommend to anyone moving."

DOT number
2527384
Address
5414 W Franklin Rd, Meridian, ID, 83642
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98%
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Piano moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

Available discounts

  • Senior discount
  • Military discount

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. 208 Moving Company has been in business for 12 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like interstate moving and intrastate moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. 208 Moving Company has about 98% positive reviews across roughly 302 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.

Quote accuracy 4.3

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request instant email quotes from 208 Moving Company. Discounts may be available for groups like military, seniors.

Customer service 4.4

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. 208 Moving Company emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"These guys are terrific! Fast, friendly, professional and a bargain. I highly recommend them."

"Our movers were punctual, so respectful and very professional. Helped so much with our entire house move in over 100-degree weather! Not a single complaint. Highly recommend this company!"

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6052 West Corporal Lane, Boise, ID, 83704
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Antiques moving
  • Piano moves
  • Safe moving
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. All My Sons Moving & Storage has been in business for 26 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like small-scale moving and international moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. All My Sons Moving & Storage has about 73% positive reviews across roughly 329 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 2.2.

Quote accuracy 3.8

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from All My Sons Moving & Storage, and All My Sons Moving & Storage makes deposit expectations clear upfront.

Customer service 4.7

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. All My Sons Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Lorenzo, Jaden, and Spencer were awesome!! Highly recommend- quick, efficient and took great care of our furniture. Thank you so much!!"

"My family had to move quickly...they were on time, fast, efficient, friendly, and careful. Everything was delivered safely and moved in with care. The crew was extremely kind despite me being stressed out."

DOT number
902281
Address
3987 West Chinden Boulevard, Boise, ID, 83714
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Estate moves
  • Piano moves
  • Small moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • Full valuation coverage
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 4.7

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Vantage Moving Solutions, LLC has been in business for 6 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and estate moving.

Review quality 4.5

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Vantage Moving Solutions, LLC has about 92% positive reviews across roughly 131 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.

Quote accuracy 3.9

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Vantage Moving Solutions, LLC.

Customer service 5.0

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Vantage Moving Solutions, LLC emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

They were extremely kind & helpful with moving our things & ensuring their safety. I HATE moving, but they made it seamless & easy. I wanted to cry from the stress of it all, but they reassured me the entire time.

Vantage did an amazing job moving my Dad to a retirement community. Brent and his crew were on time, efficient and affordable! If I could give them 10 stars I would.

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3408792
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10673 W Lake Hazel Rd, Boise, ID, 83709
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  • Full-service moves
  • Labor-only moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Piano moves
  • Safe moving
  • Small moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Caseboise Moving has been in business for 16 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like labor-only moving and small-scale moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Caseboise Moving has about 95% positive reviews across roughly 87 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 4.5.

Quote accuracy 3.7

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Caseboise Moving.

Customer service 4.4

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Caseboise Moving emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Caseboise was friendly, efficient, and respectful of all my belongings. The team worked quickly and I highly recommend them to everyone. Will call again!"

"They moved us from a third-floor apartment fast and efficiently, while being careful and respectful. No damages to our belongings or the property. Very impressed!"

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1220 North Cole Road, Boise, ID, 83704
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  • Full-service moves
  • Packing
  • Unpacking
  • Packing materials available
  • Custom crating
  • Piano moves
  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Storage available
  • International moves
  • Interstate moves
  • Intrastate moves
  • Office/business moves

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Industry experience 5.0

Companies with more years in business often outperform newer competitors. Boise Moving & Storage has been in business for 11 years, demonstrating strong staying power in a competitive industry with services like international moving and interstate moving.

Review quality 4.1

Customer reviews are the clearest window into a mover’s reputation. Boise Moving & Storage has about 97% positive reviews across roughly 57 total reviews, with an average Yelp rating of 3.4.

Quote accuracy 3.7

Quote reliability often comes down to clarity and consistency. Customers can request quotes from Boise Moving & Storage.

Customer service 3.8

From responsiveness to follow-through, customer service is a big differentiator. Boise Moving & Storage emphasizes clear communication, careful handling.

Recent reviews

"Boise Moving & Storage did an excellent job moving our office across town. Crates were provided before the move... The crew was professional, careful and quick! Our furniture all came intact with nothing broken. We definitely highly recommend!"

"Had an interstate move. Boise Moving and Storage was hired as a 3rd party vendor... Professional, hard working and didn't leave a mess. They even offered to set up the tv, sound system... Highly recommend."

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300 North Steelhead Way, Boise, ID, 83704

Which Ontario movers offer specialty services?

Specialty moving services are not standard across every Ontario mover. Based on moveBuddha's review of 2 Ontario moving companies, here is what is available, how common each service is in this market, and which movers lead each category:

  • Piano moving: 2 of 2 Ontario movers (100.0%) offer it, vs. 72.52% nationally. Valley Custom Moving LLC (4.5/5) is Ontario's top-rated piano mover.
  • Antique handling: 1 of 2 Ontario movers (50.0%) offer it, vs. 46.28% nationally. Valley Custom Moving LLC (4.5/5) rates highest for antique care in Ontario.
  • Art packing: 1 of 2 Ontario movers (50.0%) offer it, vs. 45.83% nationally. Valley Custom Moving LLC (4.5/5) rates highest for art packing in Ontario.

How much does piano moving cost in Ontario?

Piano moving is available from 2 of 2 Ontario movers (100.0%), compared to 72.52% nationally. Valley Custom Moving LLC leads Ontario piano movers with a 4.5/5 moveBuddha score, followed by Merchant Moving & Storage, LLC at 4.58/5. A standalone piano move in Ontario typically costs $640 to $2,800, depending on instrument type.

Piano moving in Ontario Details
Ontario movers offering this 2 of 2 (100.0%)
National average 72.52%
Top-rated Ontario piano movers Valley Custom Moving LLC, Merchant Moving & Storage, LLC
Upright piano $640 to $1,200
Baby grand piano $960 to $2,000
Grand piano $1,440 to $2,800

Upright pianos weigh 400 to 800 lbs. Grand pianos exceed 1,200 lbs. Trained crews use piano boards, straps, and padded blankets to prevent structural damage that standard moving equipment cannot safely manage. Bundling a piano into a household move with full-service movers is usually cheaper than hiring a piano-only carrier.

How much does antique handling cost in Ontario?

Antique handling is available from 1 of 2 Ontario movers (50.0%), compared to 46.28% nationally. Valley Custom Moving LLC (4.5/5) and Merchant Moving & Storage, LLC (4.58/5) rate highest for antique care in Ontario. Adding antique handling to a household move adds $800 to $2,000 to the total cost.

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Ontario movers offering this 1 of 2 (50.0%)
National average 46.28%
Top-rated Ontario antique movers Valley Custom Moving LLC, Merchant Moving & Storage, LLC
Added cost to a household move $800 to $2,000
Per-piece handling fee $40 to $400
Custom crating per item $120 to $160

Custom crating and acid-free padding protect pieces that standard released-value coverage at $0.60/lb cannot adequately cover. A 50-lb antique valued at $5,000 receives only $30 under default protection, making full-value coverage the standard choice for heirloom and high-value items.

How much does art packing cost in Ontario?

Art packing is available from 1 of 2 Ontario movers (50.0%), compared to 45.83% nationally. Valley Custom Moving LLC (4.5/5) and Merchant Moving & Storage, LLC (4.58/5) rate highest for art packing in Ontario. Per-piece art handling in Ontario runs $40 to $400, with custom crates adding $120 to $160 per item.

Art packing in Ontario Details
Ontario movers offering this 1 of 2 (50.0%)
National average 45.83%
Top-rated Ontario art movers Valley Custom Moving LLC, Merchant Moving & Storage, LLC
Per-piece handling fee $40 to $400
Custom crating per item $120 to $160

Archival materials and custom crates prevent UV exposure, humidity damage, and impact fractures that standard moving blankets cannot guard against for framed artwork and sculpture. Confirm the mover has direct experience with similar media before booking.

What is the top-rated moving company in Ontario?

Valley Custom Moving LLC (4.5/5 on moveBuddha) is the highest-rated moving company in Ontario, drawing on 34 verified customer reviews across Oregon. The Ontario market averages 4.44/5 across 2 reviewed companies. Use the moveBuddha moving cost calculator to get a cost baseline before collecting quotes.

Frequently asked questions: moving in Ontario, OR

How much do movers cost in Ontario, OR?

Local movers in Ontario, OR charge by the hour. The OR average is $123/hour for a 2-person crew. Ontario's top-rated mover is Valley Custom Moving LLC, earning a 4.5/5 on moveBuddha, drawing on 34 verified customer reviews across Oregon.

Key cost factors for a Ontario move, based on moveBuddha's review data:

  • Access fees: stairs, elevators, long carries, and shuttle service each add $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly. Get these costs itemized in your estimate before signing.
  • Deposit requirement: many Ontario movers require a deposit to secure your booking. Confirm refund terms before paying.
  • Full valuation coverage: 50.0% of Ontario movers (1.0 companies) offer it. The default released-value protection covers only $0.60 per pound. Full valuation coverage costs extra and covers replacement value.
  • Hours on-site: local moves bill by the clock. Home size, floor access, elevator waits, and how much packing work the crew handles are the primary time drivers.
  • Long-distance pricing: moves leaving Ontario across state lines are priced by shipment weight and mileage, not hourly. 100.0% of Ontario movers (2.0 companies) handle interstate moves. Fuel surcharges on long-distance moves typically add 8%-15% to transportation charges.
  • Packing services: 100.0% of Ontario movers (2.0 companies) offer full packing, and 50.0% supply packing materials. Professional packing adds $0.15-$0.21 per pound on average.

DIY options like a rental truck or moving container reduce costs by roughly 30% compared to full-service moving, based on moveBuddha's analysis. Use the moving cost calculator to get a market-specific baseline before collecting quotes.

What do full-service movers in Ontario include, and what costs extra?

A standard full-service move in Ontario, OR includes loading, transport, and unloading. Basic furniture padding and simple disassembly/reassembly for bed frames and standard furniture pieces are included in the base rate. Packing, valuation upgrades, storage, crating, and specialty-item handling are add-ons billed separately. The table below shows what Ontario movers offer and what each add-on typically costs, based on moveBuddha's review data.

Add-on service % of Ontario movers Typical cost impact
Full packing 100.0% (2.0 companies) +$0.15-$0.21 per pound on average
Packing materials 50.0% Priced per box or kit; confirm before booking
Storage 100.0% ~$0.50 per cubic foot per month; a 1-bedroom (~514 cu ft) runs ~$206/month
Full valuation coverage 50.0% (1.0 companies) 1%-2% of declared shipment value (~$300-$600 on a $30,000 shipment); default released-value protection pays only $0.60/lb
Crating (fragile/high-value items) 50.0% (1.0 companies) $150-$200 per item for antiques and artwork; $150-$400 for oversized pieces (safes, sectionals, appliances)
Labor-only (load/unload, no transport) 50.0% (1.0 companies) Hourly rate only; no truck or transport charge
Access fees (stairs, elevator, long carry, shuttle) Situational $75-$500+ when the truck can't load directly; shuttle service adds $0.08-$0.12 per pound with minimums starting around $200

Every add-on above requires written confirmation before booking. A binding estimate locks the final price. A non-binding estimate can change based on actual weight or time. See the hidden and unexpected moving costs guide for a full breakdown of what to request in writing.

Do movers in Ontario offer senior, military, or other discounts?

Ontario movers are tracked across 6 discount categories by moveBuddha, drawing on 34 verified customer reviews across Oregon. The table below lists each discount type available from at least 1 Ontario mover, the percentage and count of companies offering it, and which specific movers to ask. Discount types with 0 confirmed Ontario movers are excluded. OR state averages appear where city-level data is unavailable.

Discount type % of Ontario movers # of movers Ontario movers offering it Data source

Ask each mover whether the discount applies to your specific move date, what proof of eligibility is required, and whether it stacks with seasonal pricing or off-peak rates. Discounts are not automatically applied. Request them at the quote stage, before signing.

How do I verify a Ontario mover is properly licensed?

Ontario mover licensing requirements depend on whether the move crosses state lines.

  • Interstate move (leaving Oregon): the mover must hold a USDOT number issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Verify the number at safer.fmcsa.dot.gov and confirm the company name on your estimate matches the FMCSA record exactly.
  • Intrastate move (within Oregon): Moving companies headquartered in Oregon must possess an up-to-date USDOT Number as well as a license issued by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT).