Hiring movers for an Island move starts with finding a team that understands the ferry crossing. Along with loading and unloading, your move needs to account for commercial vehicle bookings, sailing times and access at both properties.
Whether youâre moving to the Island or back to the Mainland, ask about the companyâs experience with the route and get a clear written quote before booking.
How to Find Movers on Vancouver Island for a Mainland Move
When comparing moving companies, check that their experience matches your journey. A move within an Island community has different logistics from a move between Vancouver and the Island.
Ask each company:
- Have you handled moves on this route before?
- Who arranges the moving truckâs ferry travel?
- Are ferry fares, travel time and waiting time included in the quote?
- What inventory is the quote based on?
- What happens to the price if the inventory or access details change?
- How will the moving schedule fit your buildingâs access hours?
Compare the scope of each quote as well as the total. A lower estimate is difficult to assess if you donât know which costs it includes.
What to Share Before Hiring Your Movers
To help us plan your move, send us your pickup and delivery addresses, preferred date and an accurate inventory. Tell us about stairs, elevator bookings, loading restrictions and any large or fragile items.
Include any fixed deadline, such as a booked strata elevator or a required move-out time. These details help us coordinate the moving schedule with the ferry crossing.
If youâre still choosing your date, read our advice on how far ahead to book movers.
How President Movers Handles Island Moves
At President Movers, we handle ferry travel every week, including moves to Victoria, Nanaimo and other Island communities. We manage early sailings and late returns as needed, with no surcharge for late or weekend timings.
We give you a flat fee based on the inventory confirmed in your quote. Our Island moving quote accounts for travel time, waiting for ferry docking and commercial vehicle ferry fares.
For budgeting, see our guide to Vancouver Island moving costs. You can also review our broader Vancouver to Vancouver Island moving service.
Before you book, our list of questions to ask any moving company can help you compare your options.
Call President Movers on 604-900-5433 to discuss your Island move.