Detached homes, semi-detached, townhouses, duplexes, triplexes — whatever your house type, we bring the crew, the trucks, and the planning to move your entire household safely and on schedule.
Moving a House Is the Biggest Move You Will Ever Make — We Treat It That Way
A house move is not just a bigger version of an apartment move. It is a fundamentally different operation. There are more rooms, more furniture, more fragile items tucked into more closets, more awkward pieces that need to come through more doorways, and more sentimental belongings that cannot be replaced. A family home that has been lived in for ten or twenty years accumulates a volume of stuff that surprises even the people who live there.
Moving Co. specializes in full residential house moves across Ontario. We move families out of detached homes, semi-detached homes, townhouses, row houses, duplexes, triplexes, and everything in between. Our approach starts with understanding the specific property — the layout, the access points, the staircase widths, the driveway situation, and the volume of belongings — so we can assign the right crew size, the right truck (or trucks), and the right amount of time.
Whether you are moving across the street or across the province, from a starter townhouse to a larger family home, or downsizing from the house where you raised your kids, our team handles the full scope of the job. We protect your floors, wrap your furniture, navigate tight corners, and deliver everything to the right room in your new home.
House Types We Move
Detached Homes
Single-family detached homes are the most common house move we handle. These range from modest bungalows to large multi-storey homes with finished basements, garages full of tools and seasonal items, and backyards with sheds and outdoor furniture. We scale our crew and truck size to match — a three-bedroom bungalow is a different operation than a five-bedroom, three-storey home, and we plan accordingly.
Semi-Detached Homes
Semi-detached homes share a wall with a neighbouring unit, which means access is often limited to one side of the property. Driveways may be narrow, front entrances tight, and there is usually only one route from the truck to the door. Our crews are experienced with the access constraints that semis present, and we plan loading and unloading sequences to work within these limits efficiently.
Townhouses and Row Houses
Townhouse moves involve multi-level layouts — typically two or three storeys plus a basement — with narrow staircases connecting each floor. Furniture needs to go up and down those stairs, and larger pieces like king-sized mattresses, sectional sofas, and dressers require careful maneuvering. We also handle the parking logistics in townhouse complexes where truck access may be restricted by visitor parking rules or shared laneways.
Duplexes and Triplexes
Moving into or out of a unit in a multiplex property means navigating shared hallways, narrow staircases, and the schedules of other tenants. Whether you occupy one floor of a duplex or an upper unit in a triplex, we coordinate timing and access to minimize disruption for everyone in the building.
Heritage and Older Homes
Older homes — especially pre-war builds common across Toronto, Hamilton, Kingston, and Ottawa — come with their own moving challenges: narrow Victorian staircases, low doorway clearances, uneven floors, and original features that need protection. Our movers take extra care with floor runners, door frame padding, and furniture disassembly to navigate these character homes without leaving a mark.
New-Build Homes
Moving into a brand-new home brings its own considerations. Fresh paint, new flooring, and pristine finishes need protection from day one. We lay down heavy-duty floor runners, pad door frames, and take precautions to ensure your new home stays in move-in condition while we bring your belongings inside. We are also experienced with the access challenges common in new subdivisions — construction traffic, incomplete sidewalks, and shared driveways.
What Makes a House Move Different From Other Moves
The volume alone sets house moves apart. A typical three-bedroom detached home contains 40 to 60 moving boxes worth of belongings, plus furniture from every room, appliances, garage contents, basement storage, and outdoor items. That is a fundamentally larger operation than a condo or apartment move, and it requires a different level of planning, crew sizing, and truck capacity.
But it is not just about volume. House moves involve more complexity. There are usually multiple floors connected by staircases that may be narrow, curved, or steep. There are basements with bulky items that need to come up and out. There are garages and sheds with tools, sporting equipment, and seasonal storage. There are yards with patio sets, barbecues, and play equipment. And there are often items that have not been moved in years — the treadmill in the corner, the chest freezer in the utility room, the piano in the living room.
Moving Co. plans house moves with all of this in mind. We conduct a pre-move assessment to understand the full scope, then assign a crew and truck configuration that matches the job. We do not show up with two movers and a small van for a four-bedroom house. And we do not overcharge you with a crew that is too large for a compact townhouse. The goal is the right fit every time.
Common House Move Scenarios
- Moving a growing family from a townhouse to a larger detached home
- Downsizing from a family home to a smaller house, condo, or retirement residence
- Relocating across town — same city, new neighbourhood
- Long-distance house moves between Ontario cities (Toronto to Ottawa, GTA to Barrie, Hamilton to London)
- Moving into a newly built home in a developing subdivision
- First-time home purchases — transitioning from a rental apartment to your own house
- Separation or divorce moves — dividing a household between two new addresses
- Estate relocations — moving a deceased family member’s household to new destinations
- Moving a multi-generational household where volume and logistics are larger than average
- Seasonal moves — relocating between a primary residence and a cottage or winter home
Tips for Planning a House Move
- Start decluttering at least two to four weeks before your move. Every item you get rid of before moving day saves time, truck space, and money. Go room by room and be ruthless — if you have not used it in a year, it probably does not need to come with you.
- Walk through every room, closet, cabinet, and storage area in your home and make a mental inventory. People consistently underestimate how much they own, especially in basements, garages, and attic spaces. A thorough walkthrough helps your movers give you an accurate quote.
- Measure large furniture against doorways, staircases, and hallways at both your current home and your new one. A sofa that fit through the front door on delivery day five years ago may not fit back out through a different route, and your new home may have different dimensions entirely.
- If your house has items that require special handling — a piano, a safe, a pool table, a hot tub — mention these during the quoting process. These items affect crew size, equipment needs, and scheduling.
- Confirm truck parking at both locations. If your street requires a temporary parking permit from the municipality, apply well in advance. For new subdivisions, check whether construction activity will affect access on your moving day.
- Pack a clearly labelled essentials box (or bag) for each family member with things you will need immediately: phone chargers, medications, toiletries, a change of clothes, snacks, and important documents. Keep this in your own vehicle, not on the moving truck.
Where We Handle House Moves
Moving Co. provides full-service house moving across the Greater Toronto Area, the Golden Horseshoe, and throughout Ontario. We regularly move households in Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton, Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax, Barrie, Kitchener-Waterloo, Guelph, Cambridge, London, Ottawa, Kingston, Peterborough, Niagara Falls, St. Catharines, and all of our 51 service locations across the province. Whether your house move is across the neighbourhood or across Ontario, we have the trucks, the crews, and the experience to handle it.
Get a Free Quote for Your House Move
Tell us about your home — how many bedrooms, how many floors, any special items, and where you are headed. We will give you an honest, detailed estimate with no pressure and no hidden fees. Contact Moving Co. today.