Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Moving Partner in Barrie & Orillia Since 1946
Since 1946, Dwinnell's Delivery & Movers has been a trusted provider of moving, delivery, and storage solutions in Barrie and Orillia. As an Allied Van Lines agent, we combine decades of local expertise with global network capabilities to serve residential and commercial clients. Our owner-operated business specializes in challenging moves, including remote cottages and island relocations using barge services.We prioritize client satisfaction through fully insured operations, experienced professionals, and personalized service. With two strategically located facilities offering heated storage units and government-approved warehousing, we ensure secure, stress-free transitions for every client. Our commitment to treating clients' belongings with care has made us a preferred choice for generations in Central Ontario.
Services
Residential Moving
Commercial Relocation
Long-Distance Moves
Secure Storage
Barge Transport
Packing Services
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of local moving experience in Central Ontario
- Our Allied Van Lines partnership enables seamless global relocations
- We operate specialized barge services for island and remote moves
- Fully insured commercial and residential moving operations
- Owner-operated business ensuring personal oversight of every move
Associations and certifications
- Allied Van Lines
Services
Residential Moving
Professional home moving services for local, long-distance, and international relocations. Our trained team handles all aspects of household moves, including packing, transportation, and unpacking. Specialized equipment ensures safe handling of large items and fragile possessions.
Commercial Relocation
Minimizing business disruption during corporate moves. We coordinate complete office relocations including IT equipment, furniture, and sensitive documents. Our planning ensures seamless transitions for businesses of all sizes while maintaining operational continuity.
Barge Transport
Specialized transportation solutions for remote and island locations. Using dedicated barge services, we safely transport household goods, construction materials, and commercial equipment to hard-to-reach destinations without compromising item security.
Secure Storage
Heated storage units and government-approved warehouse facilities for short and long-term needs. Our secure facilities feature 24/7 monitoring, individual unit locks, and flexible sizes to accommodate personal belongings, business inventory, or specialty items.
Packing Services
Full-service packing with premium materials and expert techniques. Our specialists use industry-best practices to protect fragile items, electronics, and valuable possessions. We provide custom crating solutions for antiques, artwork, and oversized objects requiring special handling.
Questions
What areas do you serve for residential moves?
We primarily serve Barrie and Orillia, with capabilities for long-distance and international moves through our Allied Van Lines network.
Do you offer storage solutions for business inventory?
Yes, our government-approved warehouse facilities provide secure storage for commercial inventory with flexible space options and 24/7 monitoring.
Can you handle moves to remote cottages or islands?
We specialize in remote and island relocations using dedicated barge services to transport household goods and equipment safely.
Are your movers trained in handling fragile items?
Our team receives specialized training in packing and transporting fragile items, including proper crating techniques and secure loading procedures.
Do you provide free moving estimates?
Yes, we offer complimentary in-home or virtual moving estimates to help clients plan their relocation budgets accurately.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, bank transfers, and company cheques for our moving and storage services.
Reviews (5)
Maureen Cheetham
Aug 09, 2021
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Wow! The 3 men we had were professional, polite and worked very well together. The total cost was very affordable. We got 3 quotes, with Dwinnell's being mid-range. I must say that if I need to hire movers again, I will not hesitate to call Dwinnell's first. Thank you for a job well done!
Tyson Herriman
Sep 22, 2020
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Adriaan and the guys showed up on time. They worked so hard and fast. It was hot and lots of work. They were very polite and happy the whole time. They really took care of us. Zero damage and went out of their way to make sure we everything was where we wanted it. Just an absolute please to have. Would HIGHLY recommend them. Thanks so much
Jo Anderson
Oct 24, 2019
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The guys did an amazing job for my stressed out daughter a year ago, they went above and beyond. I'm just about to call them to book my own upcoming move.
George Ackert
Aug 01, 2019
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I got tailgated by one of their drivers for 15 min on highway 12 while I was driving with a new driver. Not a great feeling when you're doing 90 with 1 car length between you and a moving truck.
Nathan Brown
Jul 11, 2018
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Dwinell's team was fantastic. They had us moved out of old home and into the new one in under six hours with no damage . They made what was expected to be a long stressful day very enjoyable.
