A long distance move is a move that takes place over distances longer than 50 miles/80 kms. Short haul long distance moves range from 50 miles to 500 miles (800 kms), while long haul moves are 500 miles or more. These would include cross-border and international moves - but any moves outside of the country will have other considerations (customs/immigration paperwork, allowable items, air or sea transportation, etc).

The cost of a long-distance move is calculated based on factors such as distance, weight, schedule, geographical location, and additional needs and services. A published tariff, updated annually, is used to determine the rates applicable to your move. For your best estimate, please contact our team of professional long-distance movers.

Professional packing services may be purchased for any long-distance move. Packing will usually be completed the day before your moving day. Packing services may be purchased for all of your household items or just certain items (e.g. fragile and/or high value items). When booking your moving estimate appointment, ask about packing services. Your moving consultant will create an estimate for these services as well as for the move itself.

Long distance moving companies offer increased carrier liability which customers may purchase. With this option, the moving company assumes greater responsibility for a customer's belongings. If any item is lost, damaged, or destroyed during the move, the moving company is responsible for either repairing the item, replacing it with a similar one, or providing a cash settlement based on the item's replacement value. The minimum value declared on the shipment must be the greater of the replacement cost of the goods or $10.00 times the weight of the shipment. Certain mechanical items and appliances require appropriate pre-move servicing, usually by a licensed professional, to protect them from internal damage during transport. If not serviced, these items will travel at owner's risk for any internal damage that may occur. Other items that are not covered include documents, jewellery, stamp and coin collections You will also want to check in with your own insurer to find out what coverage in your existing policy extends to your items during a move.