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4.6
Based on 156 reviews
Ellis Moving and Storage - North Vancouver
4.6
Manisha P
1778711102
From quote to final invoicing, everything was beyond expectations. Keith and Allan were great with the packing and moving. They unassembled and reassembled my bedframe for no extra charge, which I truly appreciated.
Sean Wharton
1778259902
Ellis did an excellent job with my piano move - the crew was friendly, careful and on the ball, and it was really easy to work with Savanah at the office. Great experience!
Jamie Lee
1777663556
They were fast, clean and careful. The whole experience was painless and made our moving day stress free
Yasmeen Akbari
1777129483
We had the smoothest moving experience with Ellis Moving! The crew was fast, professional, and handled our stuff with care.
Kathy White
1775681408
Often suggest to my real estate clients to contact Ellis Moving & Storage as they prepare to sell or buy a home in the Whistler or Pemberton region. They provide professional & timely business services with a fantastic teamwork focus and follow through!
Carson Sedun
1775314364
Overall, we had a very positive moving experience with Ellis. The three guys Everton, Jorge and AJ were very friendly, professional, helpful and careful. They did an excellent job overall and we were very happy with their service. Great guys!
Garry Lunn
1775244181
Very professional business. Great communication and super efficient. Very personable people
Fernanda Ramirez
1773335197
had a great experience with Ellis Moving & Storage! they made the experience quick, easy, & seamless. the team was extremely kind and helpful. would love to use them again!
Jacci Rai
1772345395
Had the best experience with Ellis Moving. Our movers Bernard and Adam were great, efficient and kind. We moved from Downtown Vancouver to Burnaby and were so glad we hired them. If you need a sign to hire movers, this is your sign haha it is life changing.
mike fisher
1772247381
Samantha responded to a proposedmove for me , and I knew very quickly thatby her attention to detail / timing , Ellis Moving and Storage was the right choice .Several days before the move date , the reminders were communicated .Morning of the initial load , I received a text advising names of the team , with roles provided .At arrival , the team leader managed to assess the the truck location / angle .iMine was an urban location …. many challenges neutralized .And then it was done !Enjoyed the people who Ellis dedicated to my move.
Mark Huggan
1771885558
Hi I used Ellis moving as a house warming gift to my son who bough a place in Vancouver. we all know moving is stressful and full of unknowns but the team arrived exactly on time and from that moment on the day settled and mission accomplished. It was the third move I organized in the last year and if some one is saying Im moving I connect them with your company. i will always recommend your business Thank you Mark
Jim Paradis
1771352409
Moving from Washington State to the suburbs of Vancouver. Ellis moving handled all of the cross border paperwork. They also did a fabulous job of wrapping every piece of furniture to protect it. The move went very well and the employees were fantastic. Would highly recommend Ellis moving for any moving needs.
Corie Faulkner
1771340182
Ellis Moving & Storage was professional and easy to work with and the lowest price we found to move our piano!
Francine Erickson
1770733269
The crew showed up at eight in the morning and they had all our belongings moved into new home an hour and a half away by three thirty. They were so polite, and efficient. I was in awe how they moved and removed my items into the truck and had everything just right. I would highly recommend this company to anyoneShe set up our move with precision and in a professional manner
Randy Friesen
1770133056
From the initial estimate, to delivery of boxes and moving supplies to the guys on the job over a 2 day moving period, the team was personable, professional and good to work with. Strongly recommended. This is our 3rd time working with Ellis. If issues arise, as there will always be with moving, they are quick to find resolution and solve problems. Will work with them again, but kinda don't want to move for a while. :)
Steven Joe
1769481413
Fantastic moving experience, we were able to move one condo and one townhouse to a new house in the same day. The guys worked super hard and took great care of my valuables and fragile items. Very easy company to work with, they even dropped off boxes and things for us to do some packing before the move date.
Christine Libera
1769124943
Excellent and professional experience from start to finish! Seamless setup supported by timely and informative communications. Prompt arrival with a hard working and attentive crew!
greggreg44
1768880282
Just used Ellis Moving to make my move from Kitsilano to the North Shore. Could not have gone smoother. They laid down mats to not dirty my rug, I appreciate the extra care. Arrived on time and went right to work. I would not hesitate to use them again.
Andrea Ton
1768774523
The best moving company! They were so fast, efficient, and handled all my belongings with care :) Moving is so stressful but I can’t recommend them enough!
Kevin Shaw
1767742622
We had a great experience with Ellis Moving. We had multiple steps to our move because of renovations and had to change dates multiple times. They accommodated every one including a move on Christmas Eve day. Their staff were pleasant and worked quickly. There was minor damage incurred (not unexpected given the size of our move) and Ellis remedied the situation above and beyond what the contract amount was. I would recommend using Ellis and would use them again myself.
Chantal Black
1766037702
My family and I moved from the Sea to Sky corridor to Vancouver island. The Ellis team provided us with exceptional service! They provided us with a detailed estimate. The actual move was seamless and stress-free. The team of professional movers were super friendly, efficient and helpful. They exceeded our expectations and handled our belongings with care!
Evan Jennings
1765998402
Ellis are complete pros from end to end. The estimation process was slick, reasonable and easy, their sales team followed up quickly, they dropped the needed supplies well before the move so we could prepare and showed up with an A team. Can't recommend them highly enough.
Donna Yamamoto
1765080669
Great service and personable people. It was a pleasure working with the team at Ellis.
Olivia Smart
1764002964
Ellis Movers did an excellent job with moving us to our new home from North Vancouver to West Vancouver on Friday 21st Nov 2025. A big shout out and thanks to Bernard, Ernest, Brent and Hueve for all their hard work, efficiency and professionalism. A second big thank-you to Savanah who managed the move behind the scenes. She is really proficient and very patient. This is the second move we’ve done with Ellis Movers, I would highly recommend them.
Erin Gorby
1761418923
We had such a great experience with this company. I got a call back immediately after requesting a quote and that was only the beginning of the great customer service. They showed up when they said they would, the three movers were quick, efficient and careful and asked a lot of questions to make sure we were satisfied. The price was exactly as quoted and nothing was damaged in the move. I would definitely use this company again and would recommend them to others.
Debra Dawes
1759442405
I was very impressed with the whole process of having my piano moved out of storage and delivered to my home. The office staff were very responsive and helpful, the text messages letting me know when the crew was arriving made it very convenient, they were on time and the movers themselves were very friendly and did a super job. I highly recommend Ellis moving and storage.
Ted Cotter
1753413475
Ellis Movers preformed a perfect move. We had some last minute packing but was no problem for the crew. Great attitudes, from start to finish!!! Keeping this phone number where I can find it!!!!
Landon Franchow
1753408526
I recently worked with Ellis Moving & Storage and had a great experience from start to finish. Their team was punctual, professional, and handled our belongings with care. The communication throughout the process was clear and consistent, and they were flexible when we needed to make a few last-minute adjustments to our move schedule.What really stood out was their attention to detail—everything was wrapped and secured properly, and nothing was damaged in transit. The crew was friendly and efficient, which made a stressful moving day much easier. Their storage options were also clean and secure, giving us peace of mind while we transitioned into our new home.I’d definitely recommend Ellis Moving & Storage to anyone looking for a reliable, full-service moving company. They clearly take pride in their work and it shows in the service they provide.
Harry Yadav
1753407827
My experience dealing with Ellis moving & storage was nothing short of spectacular. One of the most professional, moving companies I’ve dealt with. If you’re looking for a mover in North Vancouver, they are the ones to go with.
Neacail Murdock
1753407086
This moving company blew my expectations away! From the first call to the last box off the truck was nothing short of amazing. The staff was more than accommodating for some last minute changes and made it happen! I can’t say enough good things about Ellis Moving and Storage!
Patrick J. McGuinty
1750882046
Heart and attitude are everything when it comes to delivering great service. The Ellis Moving and Storage team was first class from my initial conversation when I stopped in unannounced to the last item being unloaded and placed in our new home. This family business makes you feel like family.Quality and service are remembered long after price is forgotten.Call or email these folks for your next move and you won’t be disappointed!
Ian Morrison
1739592549
An outstanding company to deal with! Timely, flexible, reliable, personable, and honest. A great group of hardworking guys and a very responsive management team. ‘Couldn’t recommend them more! Thank you James, Bernard, Emerson, Gabe, Cormac, AJ, and Donna!
Robert Ramsay
1738114201
January 2025 I engaged Ellis Moving & Storage for a second time. Just as before, their crew of Everson, Bernard, and AJ did a perfect job of moving my things from Penticton to White Rock. The crew arrived early in the morning, loaded within the hour, and delivered the next day. All three worked steadily--no standing around staring at their phones. I don't know what these guys eat for breakfast, but it must contain dynamite as they work fast but carefully. I tipped them and asked where they'd like to drive next (for my next move). They said, "Mexico", but I'm not so sure about that. I left Penticton because of the heat. Great job guys, plus a thank you to office staff Donna, Shawn, and James for making my move stress free.
César Rizo
1733943012
I've used Ellis moving multiple times moving and I can't recommend them enough. The staff will work hard to find you the best deal possible. The moving truck arrives on time on moving day with friendly and very professional movers. With all the headaches implied while moving you can count on these guys to take care 100% of their part. The final cost will be within 10% difference from the appraisal and you'll never have any sort of hidden or surprise fees during the process.
janice cheer
1733000651
I’d give 6 stars if I could. From beginning to end the whole team were professional, efficient, respectful and CLEAN! I highly recommend them to anyone.Thank you Ellis Moving & Storage for making our move so smooth
Larry
1729991242
Our move with Ellis was great. The team is very organized and moved us out of our townhouse with ease then stored our belongings while we travelled. When we found our new place we called and arranged to move in to our new home. The move was professional and quick.
Tracy Booth
1721679019
My wife and I hired The Ellis Moving and Storage Ltd. Is. team for our move from Canada to the U.S., and had an amazing experience. They genuinely cared about us and our move and took great care of our property. They truly are wonderful people. We highly recommend them and appreciate their professionalism and care. Thank you so much to The Ellis team for allowing such a smooth move across the border.
Colin Trotter
1719357073
We used Ellis Moving & Storage to move our belongings out of our apartment...then 6 days later...right back in (had HW floors redone).Shawn and James were extremely helpful, offering a number of options for us. We chose to have them take our furniture out, move to storage, then move it back in.The crew were awesome! Very professional and knowledgeable.They disassembled beds, etc, then reassembled everything. Not a scratch on anything. And done to budget!We cannot recommend Ellis highly enough!
Brenda Joe
1718290664
Planning a cross country move is a daunting task to say the least! I chose Ellis Moving to assist me and they certainly relieved my anxiety. From first visit with James for an estimate to Shawn in Dispatch preparing all the details to the great efficient team of movers - Everson, Bernard and Shay who packed and moved all my household goods with respect and care, and good humour - I knew I was in good hands all the way!I highly recommend Ellis Moving for professional quality service you can trust and rely on.
Sina Shekarak
1698431701
I've been meaning to write this review for some time to properly express our gratitude for the outstanding service provided and to show public endorsement and support for a company that truly impressed us!Ellis Moving went above and beyond and showed a level of service, reliability and sophistication that quite frankly you don't always get in this industry. For us, they stood out and were in a class of their own!The crew was comprised of three guys who enjoyed their work and were experienced and helpful. There was no time wasted and everyone did their part admirably, functioning as an effective unit led by Bernard. It was a great crew and we really enjoyed working with them.I also have to mention Shawn who was the gentleman that booked the move for us when I made the initial phone call. He accommodated us on short notice and was very knowledgeable and prompt. He impressed me on the phone with his attention to detail and made it an easy decision for us to choose them over other options.Last but not least, special gratitude must be expressed to Donna and James who handled a minor issue that came up for us with the utmost integrity and class! I had the pleasure of speaking to Donna twice on the phone and couldn't have been more impressed! She is a wonderful person and one that has my complete confidence moving forward. Mistakes happen and what we had was a very minor issue but how it was dealt with would be what revealed character and the manner in which Donna acknowledged the issue and made amends for it was mind-blowing! We came away not only completely pleased with our experience but knowing we have found the company that'll get all our future moving business.I strongly recommend the company to anyone who's looking for a a reliable, professional and convenient moving experience and wish everyone there all the best.Thank you for a memorable experience!Sina and Nicoleta
Jason Darr
1695410241
James and his crew are fantastic at what they do. We have used this company multiple times James is fair, prompt and the kind of person you want to do business with. Highly recommended.
Thomas Rasmussen
1692981888
Ellis Moving was recommended to us by our Realtor for our move from Vancouver to the Sunshine Coast and we are glad we hired them. Phil came in person to our apartment to look at our contents and gave us a quote. On moving day the team lead, Everson, showed unwavering work ethic and quick confident decision making when packing all our belongings into the truck.They were fast and efficient and took great care to protect everything as much as possible when loading and unloading. Everyone at every step of the process was friendly, professional and attentive to our needs. I would recommend them to anyone thinking of hiring movers.
Christine McDougall
1688661086
I can't recommend Ellis Moving enough. After speaking with so many larger moving companies, it was refreshing to find a smaller, responsive and professional company to deal with. All of the staff were helpful and so nice. It was honestly so easy to deal with them. All of my stuff arrived when they said it would and nothing was damaged. The movers were extremely professional and organized. Do yourself a favour and stop getting ridiculous quotes from sketchy moving companies. You can't do better than Ellis. Would highly recommend.
Dale Shawcross
1685992757
Very professional atmosphere. Courteous employee's. A wonderful expirence all around.
Linda Polsson
1681066859
We recently moved from Prince Rupert to the Victoria area and had our household possessions in storage with Ellis in North Vancouver. Moving is always stressful and one worries about how it will go. We had a very successful experience on both ends, and everything arrived in good order and was quickly and professionally unpacked to various rooms of our new house by Everson and Gabriel. We appreciated their friendliness and good sense of humour. Thank you! Linda
C Zepeski
1670680927
I have moved with Ellis on three occasions and every time they have exceeded my expectations. Ellis employees are polite, respectful of your belongings, fast and extremely efficient. Ellis operations personnel went out of their way to accommodate my schedule even though the company was experiencing delays due to illness. All my moves with Ellis have been trouble free, I highly recommend them.
Mark McAllister
1670642789
We have moved from North Vancouver to West Kelowna in December and hired Ellis Moving & Storage. We would recommend this company to everyone who is looking to move with the least amount of stress you can have during a move.Right from the first interaction until the smiling waving lead hand Everson Blucher leaving our new home.Moving out day went very smoothly all that was needed from us was to show Everson through the house to show him his accesses. He then asked us what our favourite chairs were to sit in and said please relax we have got it from here. Amazingly, 6 hours later they were loaded and done. Even with moving the truck to the alley to load my business tools and then moving back to the front of the house to accommodate us to be able to in our favourite chairs until the very last 2 items to be loaded. He said now when we see you tomorrow the first things we move into your new home will be your favourite chairs to sit in. Awesome!We then went through the house and noticed some damage to the hardwood floor that had happened during the day. He immediately had pictures of it sent to the head of the company and within 24 hours they had it repaired without any issues. THAT’S SERVICE you can count on, a very professional response to what would have been so stressful to no worries at all in one phone call.I knew this company from being a condominium manager for years and out of all the moving companies that came through the condos I looked after Ellis Moving & Storage was always very professional and easy to deal with. Very timely with the window of time allotted for the elevator to accommodate the move in or out.We are very happy to highly recommend Ellis to anyone who is moving locally or a distance move. They are the best and least stressful company to deal with in our experience for sure.Thank you so much for all you do/did to make our move so manageable. Also, a special thank you to your lead hand Everson and his helpers.Highly recommended fromMark McAllister & Lorraine Prystay
mary macaulay
1669416333
Ellis Moving was recommended by family and my realtor on the Sunshine Coast.Excellent administrative staff David,Sean & Donna,and in home personal assessment/estimate by James.Required packing supplies delivered with instructional packing videos provided by email.Weekly telephone check-ins prior to the move.Mike,Enrique and Everson arrived on time and made the move seamless.All art and furniture professionally wrapped and moved with set up in the new home.Moving team was fast efficient,personable and left both moving sites spotless.Would definitely use Ellis Moving again and recomend to friends and family.
Aleana Reynolds
1668011286
James and the team at Ellis Moving and Storage were great to deal with and super responsive. We got stuck booking what we believe were scam movers to move our apartment from Vancouver to Ottawa. A few days before the big move we were in the precarious situation of having to rebook a new moving company with short notice. (***DO NOT BOOK WITH PEGASUS VAN LINES***) James gave us an in-depth quote for the move and was able to fit our items into their busy schedule. On moving day, the moving team was amazing and super organised. Our shipment arrived early which suited our timelines better and the move in team were in and out of our new place in record time. All our items were top shape post the move as well. Highly recommend moving across country with Ellis Moving & Storage, (who are CAM accredited) and would move with them again. Note to anyone looking to skimp on moving costs and do things cheaply - you get what you pay for. While Ellis were higher priced, they were definitely worth it!
Magee Walker
1664829270
Ellis Moving & Storage helped us with our move and we had a great experience. Communication was excellent, and everything from the pre-move visit to dropping off materials to the move itself went smoothly. They were very professional throughout - we hired them upon our neighbour's recommendation and would not hesitate to recommend them to others.
Don McFee
1660776011
We would like to thank Phil and his crew for making our move go seamless. The crew was courteous, mindful and a pleasure to have in our home. No request whether small or large was taken as an imposition. Any concerns we had were quickly eliminated. Phil and his team were always on time whether picking up in Squamish or delivering to the Island. Phil and crew, thank you for making our move so easy.Regards,Don and Julie
Pilar Lacima
1660670161
Ellis company has the best detailed, customer oriented service. All my questions were answered and they provided the most accurate perspective you can have when moving. From the sales team to the dispatch and accounting, they are all focused on serving the customer!
john sellers
1659802899
A big shout out to the team at Ellis Moving who helped us move from North Vancouver to Coquitlam last week. The office staff were friendly and helpful throughout our dealings with them.On the day of the move, the team of three were punctual, efficient, and professional. We particularly appreciated how they carefully wrapped each piece of furniture (not all movers do that!!) and then carried everything (no dollies) up the stairs at our new townhouse. The guys worked non-stop in 37+C and really made this move less stressful and more organized. We would definitely recommend Ellis Moving!
Brenda Ouimet
1658333262
Great moving company; everything you want and need to properly move the contents of a home. So much care was given to wrap and move every piece. Highly recommended.
Stan
1650673613
This was our 2nd time using Ellis Moving & Storage. Shawn from Dispatch was very responsive to our questions. We were initially concerned with the move as we had just finished our new deck. However, Bernard was very careful and efficient in managing the move with his team (AJ and Enrique) in ensuring our new deck was protected. Overall, we were very pleased with Ellis' services.
Marc Pickard
1644104565
Our move from Vancouver to Atlanta, Georgia was emotional for us. Victims of the vacancy tax, we had intended to spend part of our retirement years in Vancouver for years to come. But the tax forced us to move. Ellis Moving eased the emotion of the move for us. They were not just professional, but also supportive and understanding. They quickly answered our questions and put us at ease. They delivered a high level of service and made this difficult circumstance as easy as possible.
Shane Magnusson
1632631285
Working with Ellis was a great experience. They answer the phone instantly, the in person estimate for weight was spot on, and the moving team was efficient and friendly. Price was a bit higher than other movers, but worth it. We had one small item damaged, but they reimbursed us quickly.
Linda Birmingham
1622258014
The whole team working there is wonderful and professional. From dispatch to estimator and moving/packing crew (both times headed by Michael!!They stored my household furniture for a year and a half and brought it to Vancouver islandThank you Ellis.
Quinn Mathiesen-Newcomb
1618078113
We used Ellis Moving & Storage for packing, moving and storage. They were fantastic from start to finish... provided an accurate estimate, great service, and a professional team of packers and movers. I will definitely use them again!
Sara Anand
1603221805
We had a very positive experience with our move. Emerson, Joe and Jorge were incredibly professional, kind and efficient. Ellis staff were happy to work with us on quiries we had about our bill. Even with steep hills and difficult driving conditions our move went smoothly.
Erik Carleberg
1598504916
I worked with Ellis Moving with a very tight time line on my move. The owner came to my home weeks in advance and dropped off boxes, packing material and gave us a demonstration on how to pack efficiently. Trust me - the demo is valuable. On the actual moving date I was impressed by how hard and efficient the crew worked and still remained friendly. These guys are the real McCoy.
Helen Vaughan
1597674189
One of the most reliable movers for pianos and long distance moves of household effects. This is the second time I’ve used them and communication was excellent from initial contact through pickup and delivery. Most importantly, every item documented and double-checked and not a scratch or crack in anything!
Scooter Geoff
1597077969
Excellent Moving Company and I highly recommend them anyone moving in Greater Vancouver, Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley!!!
Kathryn Hurlbert
1591157690
Amazing team. Great service! They wrapped everything so well and so quick. They had to move two houses into one (apartment and a home ) into a larger home with a steep drive way and lots of stairs. They did it so careful But so speedy! I would use them again!
Graeme Black
1590720147
The guys were very professional, great people, listens and responded to our needs. Very friendly and considerate and worked really hard. We gave them a good tip and sandwiches which really made their day. There good people and would use them again in an instant!
Cathy Ortelli Richards
1590719514
Hard to choose what was best with these guys! everything! from the quote to moving day , everything went smoothly. They were top professionals, courteous, punctual, attentive and their prices were very fair.I would highly recommend them to anyone! We also liked the fact they were a local North Shore family business and it felt good to give our business to them.
Socially Robyn
1590187242
We had the absolute best experience with Ellis Moving. We had to move during COVID-19 and they were on top of all protocols, called when they were on their way, arrived on time. Their guys even carried our couch up 6 flights of stairs because it didn't fit in the elevator. 100% recommend them and we will be using them for all of our future moves.
Nate Kelly
1589215388
Ellis Moving is by far the best moving company that I have ever come across and worked with. From the first initial call to the instructions for a smooth move, to the team showing up and getting the job done, it was an amazing experience all the way through! Very friendly, trustworthy and family run business that should be your only choice when needing a mover. No matter what the job, their staff are positive, hard working and work with a smile. I couldn't believe how fast they were and how well they wrapped everything up and took care of our belongings. Coming from the service indsutry myself and having a true passion and eye for a well run company I can tell you that these guys are the real deal. Thanks again for the prompt service and fair price!
Cathy Miller
1579048055
Hi. We had a move from BC to Ontario and I did a lot of research to find the right company and Ellis was outstanding. They were responsive to my questions and made sure that the move was smooth at both ends. The crew that packed for us in Vancouver was excellent!! I very rarely give 5 stars but the Ellis team deserves it. Thanks to James and Shawn for their constant communication.
Ryan Spicknell
1577067161
Phil and the team from Ellis moving did an amazing job with our 3 moves! Highly recommend them and the whole team
Peter Webb
1576170041
anytime the movers are running all day with their hands full (including one guy with a safe on his back and also only one guy carrying a double mattress upstairs) you know you have picked the best movers.Our crew was beyond awsome
Quilter Me
1576138556
We had a wonderful crew who carefully wrapped all of our furniture. They even dismantled a complete Ikea day bed and reassembled it perfectly. We were more than happy with the crew.
Jim and Kathleen Graham
1570915731
We have moved in four provinces and this was our easiest move to date thanks to the great teamwork at Ellis Moving. Phil came and did the estimate and gave us helpful suggestions. We were surprised at the smaller size of the truck that arrived but it was perfect as were the two gentlemen who efficiently loaded our belongings and did an expert job of wrapping furniture. Thank you!!!
Sherry Woolley
1570775046
We made the right decision in going with Ellis for our move in August because the day went very well. The estimate for the amount of boxes we would need was pretty darn accurate and the guys were on time the day of the move and very efficient. They were careful with our things and worked hard. It was a long, hot day for them and we appreciate their hard work.Thanks Ellis 😀October 2019
Julia Smith
1568308319
The Ellis team was great! Phil gives excellent advice on packing and the moving team was fantastic. They were prompt, worked super hard and delivered everything in perfect condition.
Marnie Lett
1568164996
Ellis Moving are true pro’s! They showed tremendous care for the contents of our home and were very accurate as well in their assessment of our storage needs. I highly recommend them. Marnie L.
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