Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Moving & Storage Experts in Ontario
Swan Moving has been delivering trusted moving solutions since 1972. Founded by Mike Swan during his time at the University of Guelph, our company has grown to handle up to six household moves daily while maintaining a commitment to quality and client satisfaction. With 50 years of combined experience, our team specializes in residential, commercial, and long-distance moves, including delicate piano relocations using specialized equipment. We prioritize preparation and client collaboration to ensure seamless transitions, offering packing services, heated storage facilities, and equipment rentals.Our staff receives comprehensive training and benefits, ensuring professionalism and reliability. Recognized as the preferred movers in Guelph and surrounding areas, we serve clients across southern Ontario with a focus on minimizing stress through expert execution. Our mission emphasizes client satisfaction, employee well-being, and maintaining industry-leading standards through continuous improvement.
Services
Residential Moving
Commercial Moving
Long Distance Moving
Piano Moving
Packing Service
Storage Solutions
Equipment Rentals
Estate Services
Antique Relocation
Last-Minute Moves
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We have 50 years of experience in residential and commercial moving services.
- We use specialized techniques and equipment for piano and antique relocations.
- Our team provides senior-friendly moving solutions and estate services.
- We offer 24/7 emergency moving assistance for urgent situations.
- Our staff receives ongoing training and participates in incentive programs.
What people say
Helpful and professional
Amazing crew
Courteous and efficient
No breakage
Stress-free experience
Services
Residential Moving
Swan Moving specializes in local and long-distance household relocations. Our trained professionals handle all aspects of home moves, from packing delicate items to transporting furniture. We provide mattress protection, shrink wrap, and equipment rentals to ensure a stress-free experience for homeowners across Ontario.
Commercial Moving
We execute seamless business relocations for companies of all sizes. Our team coordinates executive transfers, office equipment transport, and inventory management while minimizing operational disruption. With 50 years of expertise, we ensure secure and timely corporate moves across southern Ontario.
Piano Moving
Our specialists use piano skids, dollies, and customized techniques to safely relocate musical instruments. Handling up to 350 pianos annually, we protect delicate components during stairway maneuvers and long-distance transport, maintaining instrument integrity throughout the move.
Packing Service
We offer full packing assistance for residential and commercial clients. Our staff uses premium materials to secure fragile items, with optional storage solutions at our heated Guelph facility. We provide moving supplies and equipment rentals to complement our packing expertise.
Storage Solutions
Our Guelph facility offers clean, climate-controlled storage for short- or long-term needs. Ideal for home renovations, business expansions, or household transitions, we provide secure spaces with 24/7 monitoring and inventory management services for stored belongings.
People
Mike Swan
Founder
Mike Swan established the company in 1972 while studying at the University of Guelph. With 50 years of industry experience, he focuses on staff development and client satisfaction, maintaining high service standards through professional training programs and employee incentive initiatives.
Nicole Roadknight
Operations Manager
Nicole Roadknight has worked in the family business since age 12, progressing to operations manager. She oversees daily operations and client relations, emphasizing quality control and maintaining the company's reputation as Guelph's preferred moving service provider.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We provide moving services throughout southern Ontario, including Guelph, Kitchener-Waterloo, Cambridge, Milton, Georgetown, Ottawa, Espanola, and Windsor.
Do you offer packing services?
Yes, we provide full packing services with premium materials and offer moving supplies at our Guelph location.
Can you move pianos?
We specialize in piano relocations using specialized skids and dollies, handling up to 350 pianos annually with care.
Are you available for emergency moves?
Yes, we accommodate last-minute moves including emergency relocations due to unexpected situations like flooding.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards and cash payments. Payment details can be arranged during your free estimate consultation.
Do you have storage facilities?
Our Guelph facility offers secure, climate-controlled storage with inventory management services for short- or long-term needs.
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Reviews (7)
Brenda Bowen
Dec 02, 2021
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The move was fantastic. Guys were very helpful and professional. They were very helpful with suggestions and packed the kitchen with great care. Every thing arrived in one piece, nothing was broken. The guys worked well as a team and I couldn't of asked for more. I was extremely impressed with the customer service.
Paul S.
Sep 02, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
All in all an excellent move. From arranging the quote, being informed with helpful packing and moving tips, a wonderful experience with all staff especially the hard working moving staff we could not have chosen better. Our move was from Cambridge to North Bay.
All in all an excellent move. From arranging the quote, being informed with helpful packing and moving tips, a wonderful experience with all staff especially the hard working moving staff we could not have chosen better. Our move was from Cambridge to North Bay.
Kathleen Donich
Jul 24, 2021
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We used Swan Mover for our move and they are amazing! The crew was so friendly and they were hard workers. They took good care of all our furniture and used runners all over the house! Their pricing is good and they are very honest! If I ever have to move again (which I really hope I dont) I wouldnt think twice to use this company again!
Stonegeneral
May 26, 2021
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Very happy to have had Swan to move my furniture last weekend. Booking the job was easy and with very friendly staff. Received a call the morning before to confirm the time and the team arrived with the truck right on schedule! The guys put a great deal of care into moving everything, particularly some glass display cases I had, and they were super personable and professional. Overall I am really happy with my experience and am happy to recommend others to choose Swan for your next move.
Penny A.
Nov 21, 2020
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This is the 4th time I have used Swan. The first 3 times were terrific.. this last move was "a move from hell".. COVID-19 and one worker was not wearing a mask! We were given a warning at the building we moved out of and again the building we moved into... the workers were pokey and slow.. if there was a worker on the crew that ONLY specialized in dismantling beds it would have gone a lot faster.. unbelievable how unhappy we were this time.. different crew different result.. paperwork guy only interested in a tip.. my husband did more work than the 3 assigned to our move.
Abigale M.
Mar 22, 2018
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I've used Swan Movers for two small moves and was totally satisfied both times. They were on time, friendly, professional, and careful with our things. They had to take a door off in order to get the couch in the house, and they did it smoothly and replaced everything exactly the way it was. One nice thing is they only have a 2-hour minimum charge, so it was great since we only needed a few things moved. (Other companies had much higher minimums). There was no extra charge for the piano even though they had to go down stairs with it.
Fred G.
May 10, 2017
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BUYER BEWARE****
We were over charged by $300 and the job was not done. We made a deal for $1050 + 10% (if the job went over time) +HST. That should have been Approx $1300. That was a firm deal in writing. We were given a bill for nearly $1650 and they cited having to wait extra time (which we negotiated) and they didn't put the second bed together or have to move many items. I had to argue just to get the price back down to the agreed upon deal.
THEY WILL NOT HONOR THEIR WORD. CHOOSE A DIFFERENT COMPANY.
We were over charged by $300 and the job was not done. We made a deal for $1050 + 10% (if the job went over time) +HST. That should have been Approx $1300. That was a firm deal in writing. We were given a bill for nearly $1650 and they cited having to wait extra time (which we negotiated) and they didn't put the second bed together or have to move many items. I had to argue just to get the price back down to the agreed upon deal.
THEY WILL NOT HONOR THEIR WORD. CHOOSE A DIFFERENT COMPANY.
