Looking for reliable movers in Brossard? Whether you are leaving a condo near Quartier DIX30, a bungalow in the lettered sections or arriving from Montreal over the Champlain Bridge, the moving company you pick decides whether moving day goes smoothly or ends with a surprise bill. This guide sums up the advice of Quebec’s Office de la protection du consommateur (OPC) and gives you a simple way to compare quotes.
Book early, especially around July 1
Many Quebec leases end on June 30, so demand piles up on just a few days. The earlier you book, the more choice you have. If your dates are flexible, a weekday move or an off-peak date gives you more room on scheduling. For the rest of your to-do list (change of address, utilities, schools), see our moving to Brossard checklist.
Compare 2 or 3 detailed quotes
The OPC recommends getting quotes from two or three companies. To get a realistic price, give each mover as much detail as possible:
- number of rooms and a list of large items (piano, appliances, heavy furniture);
- stairs, elevators and distance from the truck to the door at both addresses;
- fragile or valuable items, packing or disassembly needs;
- elevator bookings or parking limits in condo towers.
For a move between two municipalities, the OPC suggests having a representative visit your home and give you a written estimate. Keep in mind that travel time between the company’s warehouse and your home can be billed, so a South Shore company may work out better. You can also start from our free quotes page.
What a quote and contract should include
A mover is not required to give you a written contract when you agree in person, but the OPC strongly advises asking for one. If you book by phone or online, the mover must send you a written contract within 15 days. Check that it states:
- pickup and delivery addresses, date and start time;
- the agreed price or hourly rate, and how time is counted;
- every possible charge: travel, labour, heavy items, supplies;
- number of movers and truck size;
- any verbal promise made by the sales rep, in writing.
According to the OPC, a mover cannot disclaim all liability for damage to your belongings, cannot limit its liability by charging you a deductible, and cannot include a clause letting it change an essential term such as the price on its own.
Insurance, deposits and trucks
- Ask whether the company has basic insurance covering damaged goods.
- Ask whether it carries third-party liability insurance of at least one million dollars, as the OPC suggests.
- If it uses a heavy vehicle, check that it is registered with the Commission des transports du Québec.
- Avoid paying a deposit, or keep it small. If you are asked to pay more than two months ahead, check that the money goes into a trust account.
Red flags
- A price given over the phone without a single question about your home.
- No written contract, or a contract with no company name or address.
- A large cash deposit.
- A “not responsible for breakage” clause or a deductible.
- New fees announced once the truck is loaded.
Online reviews help, but read them carefully: look for detailed reviews describing a real move, and check whether the company answers complaints professionally.
Also beware of a common myth: the OPC points out that you do not automatically have 10 days to cancel a moving contract if you change your mind. Only sign once you have made your choice.
Moving day and if something goes wrong
Photograph your main belongings before the move, do not be alone and have someone at both addresses. If furniture is damaged, get a written repair estimate from a professional. For unexpected charges, the OPC says you can pay under protest and then send a formal notice to claim the money back. Read the OPC’s moving tip sheet for details. Afterwards, check our guide to ecocentres and bulky items and our move-out cleaning guide.
Get quotes from movers in Brossard
Describe your move once and receive quotes from local professionals through our quotes page. Compare the contracts, not just the price: that document is what protects you on moving day.
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