Moving services in Fredericton, NB

Compare estimates for the same work

Prepare a room-by-room inventory before requesting estimates. Include boxes, furniture, items in storage and anything requiring special handling. The federal Office of Consumer Affairs recommends estimates from at least three reputable movers and having the mover see all items when preparing the quote. [5]

Give each company the same instructions: pickup and destination addresses, stairs, elevator access, packing responsibilities and items needing disassembly. Ask each to separate transport, packing, materials, storage and any disposal work. Have the company identify the charging basis and explain what could change the total.

Before committing, get the cost, payment terms, service timing, delivery commitments and special-care arrangements in writing. Ask whether the company requires a deposit, whether it refunds that deposit after cancellation and what it charges if you add items on moving day. [5]

Confirm who handles your belongings

Ask whether you are hiring the mover or a broker. A broker arranges transport through subcontractors. The Office of Consumer Affairs warns that subcontracting can complicate responsibility during a dispute, so establish who accepts responsibility for the complete move and for lost or damaged belongings. [5]

Request the mover’s Certificate of Insurance and ask your household insurer about coverage during transport and storage. Federal guidance distinguishes the mover’s insurance certificate from replacement value protection for your goods. Confirm the protection you are purchasing, its limits and the claims process before signing. [5]

Discuss owner-packed boxes, fragile furniture and declared valuables before accepting the quote. Federal guidance notes potential liability limits for owner-packed goods and waivers for fragile furniture intended to remain assembled. Ask the mover to explain any exclusion against your actual inventory. [5]

Set the loading and overnight parking plan

Agree on the truck’s stopping location at both homes before moving day. Ask your building manager about loading access, elevator reservations and arrival windows. Federal moving guidance recommends arranging parking, clearing access and planning snow removal where needed. [5]

For downtown access, check the posted maximum stay as well as the payment method. The City marks individual meters with time limits and offers different meter and pay-station options. Ask Service Fredericton to confirm the proposed truck arrangement rather than assuming a paid space suits the vehicle or loading activity. [3]

If your belongings stay in the van overnight, confirm both the parking location and security arrangements. Federal guidance recommends a secure parking area or unloading into a secure facility. Ask who will move the truck if your possession time changes. [5]

Coordinate utilities, unwanted items and delivery

Match your electricity service request to the date you need access to the new home. NB Power asks customers to contact it at least three business days before moving and directs them to its moving form for setup or disconnection arrangements. [4]

Decide which furniture you will keep before finalizing the moving inventory. The City does not collect household furniture or furnishings at the curb. It directs residents toward donation, asking furniture stores about recycling, or taking items to the Capital Region Service Commission Landfill. Confirm acceptance and transport before assigning a donation stop to your mover. [2]

At delivery, check items against your inventory and record missing items or damage before signing. Inspect the access route and ask to check the truck for belongings left behind. Photograph damage and raise claims promptly because claim deadlines can be strict. [5]

Selected downtown parking rates for accompanying vehicles

Choose the arrangement that fits your move

Your hiring checklist

1. Send each mover the same inventory and photographs of access points.
2. Identify packing, disassembly, storage and disposal tasks in the written scope.
3. Record the company responsible for transport and any subcontracted work.
4. Confirm loss protection, exclusions and claim deadlines in writing.
5. Agree on loading access and an overnight truck location if needed.
6. Confirm electricity dates and furniture donation or disposal arrangements.
7. Keep valuables and essential documents with you.
8. Check the inventory and photograph damage before signing for delivery.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much should I budget for a move?

Use written estimates for your actual inventory and access arrangements. Ask companies to identify packing, storage, special handling and other additional charges. The evidence used here does not establish a current Fredericton moving-price range. [5]

Can the moving truck stay on the street overnight?

From October 1 through May 31, the City bans unattended street parking from midnight to 7 a.m. The ban applies without snow. During June through September, overnight restrictions still cover commercial vehicles over the stated length or height limits. [1]

Does a mover’s insurance cover all my belongings?

Ask for the exact protection terms. Federal guidance says a mover’s Certificate of Insurance does not itself cover your goods unless you buy replacement value protection from the mover. Also check your household policy and any storage or owner-packing exclusions. [5]

Can I leave unwanted furniture for garbage collection?

The City excludes household furniture and furnishings from curbside collection. Arrange an accepted donation, ask about furniture-store recycling or organize transport to the CRSC Landfill. [2]