How do I choose the best movers in Ottawa?

Choose an Ottawa moving company that provides clear written terms, explains what's included, confirms the right crew size, and has verified reviews. Look for licensed and insured movers with transparent pricing and local experience.

What information do Ottawa movers need to give an accurate quote?

For accurate pricing, share your pickup and drop-off addresses or postal codes, home type (house, condo, apartment), number of rooms, elevator access, parking details, stairs, and your preferred moving date.

Do you handle condo and apartment moves in Ottawa?

Yes. We coordinate elevator reservations, loading dock rules, and building access requirements for condo and apartment moves across Ottawa.

How far in advance should I book movers in Ottawa?

Weekends, end-of-month, and summer dates book fastest in Ottawa. We recommend booking as early as possible to secure your preferred time. Same-week availability may still be possible for smaller moves.

Are you insured and what protection is included?

Yes. Men In Trucks Moving Inc. is licensed and insured. Full coverage details and a Certificate of Insurance are available upon request. Optional Full Value Protection is also available.

Do you move offices and commercial spaces in Ottawa?

Yes. Our commercial crews support office moves, dock-to-dock deliveries, and scheduled relocations to minimize downtime for your business.

Do Ottawa movers work in winter?

Yes — Ottawa winter moves are common. We recommend clearing snow and ice from walkways, salting steps, and protecting floors at both locations. Our crew is experienced with all Ottawa weather conditions.

What areas do you cover besides Ottawa?

We serve all of Ottawa and surrounding areas including Kanata, Barrhaven, Orleans, Nepean, Gatineau, and offer long-distance moves to Montreal, Toronto, and Kingston.

Appliance Movers Ottawa — Fridge, Stove, Washer/Dryer & Commercial Appliance Specialists

Appliances are heavy, awkward, and easy to damage — and they damage your floors and walls just as easily. Men In Trucks Moving is the Ottawa appliance mover for fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers, freezers, wine fridges, and commercial restaurant equipment. We disconnect, pad-wrap, dolly out, transport, and reinstall where applicable, with the right protection on your floors, doors, and stairs.

Need an appliance moved? Request a custom flat-rate quote or call 613-800-0917.

Part of our Specialty Movers Ottawa hub.

Appliance moving services in Ottawa

Fridge movers Ottawa

Fridges and freezers are the most damage-prone appliance in a move — top-heavy, awkward shape, sealed coolant lines that need to settle before the unit is plugged back in. We dolly fridges upright when possible (always preferred over tilting), pad-wrap the body, secure the doors, and place the fridge gently at destination. Plan to leave a moved fridge unplugged for 4-6 hours so the compressor oil resettles.

Stove and oven movers Ottawa

Range disconnect, pad-wrap, dolly removal, transport, and re-install at destination. We handle electric ranges (240V) and gas ranges (you’ll need a gas-fitter to do final reconnect — we’ll cap the line and move the unit). Built-in wall ovens and slide-in ranges get extra care for the surrounding cabinetry.

Washer and dryer movers Ottawa

Washer disconnect from water supply lines, drain hose, and 240V dryer outlet. Washers need transit bolts re-installed if you still have them — call us first if you’re not sure. Stackable units get split into two pieces for moving and re-stacked at destination. We do front-loaders, top-loaders, and combo units.

Dishwasher moving

Built-in dishwasher disconnect (water inlet, drain, electrical), removal from under the counter, transport, and reinstall at destination. We also do portable dishwashers — those just need to be wheeled out, disconnected, and rolled in at the new place.

Commercial appliance moving Ottawa

Restaurant ranges, commercial fridges, walk-in cooler panels, ice machines, large dishwashers, pizza ovens, deli cases, beverage coolers. Most commercial appliances are 400-1,200 lbs and need a 4-person crew, J-bars, plywood ramps, and our liftgate truck. We coordinate with restaurant openings, store relocations, and franchise moves across Ottawa-Gatineau.

Heavy appliance pickup and delivery

One-way appliance delivery — you bought a fridge at a wholesaler that doesn’t deliver, or you need an old appliance hauled to the recycler. We pick up, transport, and drop off (or install, if applicable) on a single trip. Same-day and next-day appointment windows.

How we protect your home and appliances

Appliance moves cause more property damage than any other category we handle, because the items are heavy and the routes are tight. Here’s what we bring:

Floor protection — hardboard runners on hardwood and tile, ram-board for long routes, neoprene mats at choke points.
Door & wall protection — door jamb pads, corner protectors, full-height stretch wrap on hallways with sharp turns.
Appliance surface protection — pad-wrap and stretch-wrap on every appliance before it moves. Stainless steel and glass get extra padding to prevent dings and scratches.
Stairs & elevators — appliance dollies with proper straps for stairs, J-bars for over-the-top loading, elevator pads where building management requires them.
Tight spaces — door removal where needed (front doors, fridge doors come off in 10 minutes), railing pad, and a measured route assessment before we start.

Why people call us for appliance moves

Right crew for the weight — appliances over 300 lbs get 3-4 person crews, not 2.
Licensed and insured with $5M liability coverage and $50K cargo insurance. Certificate of Insurance available on request for condo buildings and commercial relocations.
Same-day disconnect/reconnect on electrical appliances where applicable. Gas appliances need a separate gas-fitter for final reconnect — we’ll prep, cap, and move the unit; you book the gas-fitter for hookup.
Liftgate truck — stair-free loading for commercial deliveries and large residential appliances.
Custom flat-rate quotes — we quote based on the appliance(s), route, access, and floor count. No hourly surprise.

Appliance moving coverage across Ottawa

We move appliances across:

Ottawa (all neighbourhoods)
Gatineau (Aylmer, Hull, Chelsea)
Nepean · Kanata · Orleans · Barrhaven
Gloucester · Stittsville · Manotick
Rockland · Arnprior · Casselman · Cornwall

Related specialty moving services

Specialty Movers Ottawa hub — all heavy/oversized/fragile services
Heavy Item Movers Ottawa — for industrial equipment, marble, commercial gear
Safe Movers Ottawa — for safes 500+ lbs
Furniture Movers Ottawa — for single-piece furniture moves

Appliance moving FAQ

Do you disconnect water lines for washers and dishwashers?

Yes. We shut off and disconnect water supply lines, drain lines, and the electrical plug as part of the move. We cap the lines at the wall valve so nothing leaks while you’re between addresses. Final reconnect at destination is included for standard hookups.

Can you move a fridge up or down stairs?

Yes. We bring appliance dollies with stair straps and a 3-4 person crew for stair fridge moves. Tell us the number of stairs, whether there’s a turn, and the door width at the narrowest point when you request a quote so we bring the right crew size.

How long should a moved fridge sit before being plugged back in?

Plan for 4-6 hours after the fridge is in its final position. If the fridge was laid on its side at any point (we try to avoid this but sometimes routes require it), wait 24 hours before plugging in so the compressor oil drains back where it belongs.

Do you move gas appliances?

We disconnect the appliance, cap the gas line, and move the unit safely. Final reconnect at destination must be done by a TSSA-certified gas-fitter (we don’t do that final step). Most homeowners book a gas-fitter for the day after our move.

Can you handle commercial restaurant appliance moves?

Yes. Restaurant ranges, commercial fridges, ice machines, walk-in panels, deli cases — we have the crew size, liftgate truck, and J-bar equipment for commercial appliance relocations. We coordinate with restaurant openings, lease changes, and franchise rollouts. Request a commercial appliance quote.

What if my appliance gets damaged during the move?

We’re licensed and insured. Cargo coverage applies to standard moves. For high-value items, ask about Full-Value Protection (paid add-on) before the move so the right coverage is in place. Damage claims are handled directly by our office — call 613-800-0917.

Do you take old appliances to recycling?

Yes. We offer appliance removal as a paid add-on to any move — we’ll haul your old fridge, stove, washer, or dryer to the appropriate recycling depot. Mention this when you request your quote.

Request your appliance moving quote

Tell us what appliance(s) you’re moving, the addresses, floor counts, and any stair or elevator details. We’ll come back with a custom flat-rate quote.

→ Request a custom flat-rate quote

Or call 613-800-0917 — 7 days a week.