Updated April 2026. If you’re searching for “Two Men and a Truck Ottawa,” you’re not alone — the franchise has strong brand recognition across North America. But many Ottawa families and businesses are choosing a local, independent alternative: Men In Trucks Moving Inc. Below is a side-by-side look at how a national moving franchise compares to a fully insured, locally owned Ottawa mover so you can decide which is the right fit for your move.
The Franchise vs. Local-Independent Trade-Off in Ottawa
Two Men and a Truck is a U.S.-based moving franchise founded in 1985, with locations operating across North America under standardized brand procedures. Like any franchise, individual locations are independently owned and operated under the corporate brand. Pricing, crew quality, and customer experience can vary between franchise locations.
Men In Trucks Moving Inc. is a federally incorporated, family-owned moving company based in Ottawa, Ontario. We’ve been operating in this city since 2010 — nearly 16 years — and have completed over 19,905 moves with a single accountable owner who personally responds to customer concerns. We are not a franchise, broker, or lead-reseller.
What Ottawa Customers Compare On
- Licensing & incorporation — federally incorporated and operating legally in Canada
- Insurance coverage — Men In Trucks carries $2,000,000 cargo + liability
- Pricing transparency — Men In Trucks publishes hourly rates: $140/hr (2 movers) · $180/hr (3 movers) · $220/hr (4 movers), 4-hour total minimum (3 hrs labour + 1 hr travel)
- Verifiable reviews — Men In Trucks: 4.8 stars across 180+ Google reviews
- Owner accountability — direct line to owner Mohamed Abu Saida at 613-800-0917
- Service breadth — Residential, Commercial, Long-Distance, White-Glove, 10,000 sq ft Storage
- Local Ottawa familiarity — crews know the Glebe parking quirks, Kanata high-rise elevator booking rules, Ottawa→Toronto/Montreal long-distance lanes
Why Some Ottawa Customers Switch From a National Franchise to a Local Mover
- Direct accountability. When you call Men In Trucks, you reach the owner if there’s an issue. National brand escalations route through corporate customer service.
- Pricing clarity. Our hourly tiers are published on every page of mitmoving.ca. No surprises.
- Independent insurance. $2 million coverage is fully ours, not pooled across a franchise network.
- Single-point booking. One phone call, one estimate, one crew. No franchise hand-off.
- Deposit clarity. $100 Interac e-Transfer to confirm. Final price locked in writing before the truck leaves base.
Service Breakdown — What Men In Trucks Offers in Ottawa
Residential moves
Apartments, condos, townhomes, single-family houses across Ottawa, Kanata, Nepean, Orleans, Barrhaven, Stittsville, Manotick, Gloucester, and Gatineau. Same-day availability often possible. Residential service details →

Long-distance moves out of Ottawa
Direct-route long-distance moving from Ottawa to anywhere in Canada — most commonly Ottawa → Toronto, Ottawa → Montreal, Ottawa → GTA, Ottawa → Maritimes, Ottawa → Western Canada. $2M cargo coverage on every long-distance run. Long-distance details →
Commercial & office moves
Full-service office relocations including IT decommissioning, furniture assembly/disassembly, and after-hours scheduling to minimize business disruption.
White-glove & specialty delivery
Premium handling for furniture, antiques, fine art, fragile electronics, pianos, large appliances. Custom blanket-wrap, padded transport, detach/reattach service.

Storage & warehousing
10,000 sq ft secure facility. Climate-controlled options available for short-term and long-term storage during a move.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Men In Trucks Moving Inc. affiliated with Two Men and a Truck?
No. Men In Trucks Moving Inc. is an independent, federally incorporated Canadian moving company based in Ottawa. We are not affiliated with, or a franchisee of, Two Men and a Truck or any national moving franchise.
How does Men In Trucks pricing compare to a franchise quote?
Our published hourly rates are $140/hr for 2 movers, $180/hr for 3 movers, and $220/hr for 4 movers — all including the truck. Minimum bill is 4 hours total (3 hours labour + 1 hour travel). Franchise pricing varies by location and is typically quoted per move; we recommend comparing both quotes side-by-side.
Does Men In Trucks do long-distance moves out of Ottawa?
Yes. We run direct-route long-distance moves from Ottawa to anywhere in Canada, with $2M cargo coverage applied to every long-distance run. Most-frequent lanes are Ottawa to Toronto, Montreal, and the GTA.
How do I get a quote?
Three ways: (1) call 613-800-0917, (2) email [email protected] with pickup, destination, and date, or (3) submit the quote form on our contact page. Most quotes go out within 60 minutes during business hours.
Get a Men In Trucks Quote in 60 Seconds
📞 613-800-0917 · ✉️ [email protected] · 🌐 mitmoving.ca/contact
Disclaimer: Men In Trucks Moving Inc. is an independent moving company in Ottawa, Ontario. Trademarks and brand names mentioned on this page are the property of their respective owners. This page is a comparison resource for Ottawa customers researching moving options.




