Long Distance Movers Calgary Trusts for Moves Anywhere in Canada
Vancouver, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax and every town in between. Sparta plans your long distance move around a set pickup date, a guaranteed delivery window and one price agreed before the truck is loaded, with Basic Cargo Protection included. Moving across the border instead? See our international moving services.
Long Distance Moving Calgary Families Choose When Distance Is Not the Only Challenge
In the moving industry, a long distance move is anything over 500 kilometres or into a different province. The distance itself is the easy part. What makes these moves hard is everything wrapped around the drive: loading a home so it survives 3,000 kilometres of highway, timing delivery with a closing date on the other end, keeping an inventory that lets you confirm every item arrived, and staying in contact with one person who knows where your belongings are at all times.
That is where a long distance moving company in Calgary earns its fee. Unlike a local move, your crew needs to plan for stops, weigh stations, weather across the Rockies or the Prairies, and the handoff at destination. Special care goes into how the trailer is loaded: heavier items low and forward, fragile pieces crated, furniture blanket wrapped and strapped so nothing shifts between Calgary and Toronto.
Sparta has moved hundreds of Calgary families across the country and, as part of the Atlas Van Lines network, we have trained crews and facilities at destination in every major Canadian city. Whether you are moving from Calgary to Vancouver for work, back east to be closer to family, or out to the coast for retirement, the move is planned end to end by one consultant and priced up front.
Moving to/from a different country? We can also help! Visit our International Moving services page.
Long Distance Moving
Why choosing Sparta Movers for your long distance move?
Long Distance Moving Services In Calgary
Moving across Canada with Sparta means your whole move sits under one roof. You are not coordinating a packing company, a storage unit and a carrier separately, and you are not paying three margins. Choose the services that fit your move and your consultant builds them into a single quote and a single schedule. Not sure where to begin? Our moving guide walks you through each step of a long distance move.
Packing/Unpacking
Long haul loads need to be packed differently from a move across town. Our crews pack dishes, electronics, art and clothing with export grade materials built for thousands of kilometres of road, and unpack at destination if you want to walk into a finished home. Link: Read More
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Whether you need a full pack for everything or a partial pack just for your fragile items, moving companies can help. You may want to consider unpacking services upon arrival at your new home for an extra fee. This will include unpacking of boxed contents “to the counter” and removal of packing materials. Hiring movers to unpack will mean your home will be set up and live-in ready in a day rather than weeks or months. Having your moving company take care of packing and unpacking for you often also means less opportunity for damage of precious items. In case of a damage, a moving company will be liable. The pros know how to pack/wrap and load/unload items safely and damage-free, even when one may think is impossible.
Assembly/Disassembly
Beds, dining tables, wardrobes, home gym equipment and outdoor furniture are taken apart, hardware bagged and labelled, and reassembled by the destination crew so nothing is missing a bolt in another province. Link: Read More
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disassembled at your current home and put back together at the new place? Ask your moving company. Often they would know specialized service providers. Eliminating the stress that comes with thinking about assembling and disassembling large items can really improve your overall moving experience.
Short and long-term storage
Possession dates rarely line up on interprovincial moves. We hold your belongings in secure storage at origin or destination for days, weeks or months, and deliver when your new home is ready. Link: Read More
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Then ask your moving company if they provide short-term warehouse or portable storage for your belongings while you wait. Or maybe you’re downsizing and need a more permanent storage solution. If that’s the case, many of the full-service long- distance moving companies have secure warehouse facilities to accommodate all of your storage needs.
Custom Crating
Some things should not ride in a box. Artwork, mirrors, glass tabletops, grandfather clocks, chandeliers and antiques are measured and crated in wood built to fit, then strapped as a unit inside the trailer. Link: Read More
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sculptures, marble table tops, electronic equipment, etc. The company will pick up your item(s) and make sure they are packaged adequately to remain protected while handling and transportation.
Vehicle Transportation
Driving a second car across the country costs days, fuel and hotel nights. We arrange transport for cars, motorcycles, trailers and boats so your vehicle arrives close to the same time you do. Link: Read More
Loading/Unloading
The most technical part of a long distance move is how the trailer is packed. Our crews load by weight, fragility and unload order, then reverse it at destination so the first things off the truck are the ones you need first. Link: Read More
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and unloading for you is key. This might seem like a basic part of moving that everyone offers, but there are some moving and storage services that will make you load your own belongings, and you can’t ensure the safety of your things the way the professionals can.
Whatever your move calls for, Sparta will always go the extra mile. We have helped thousands of customers achieve a successful move across Canada and would be happy to help you plan yours.
Additional Services
Pianos, safes, fish tanks and pool tables travel across the country with Sparta every month. Tell your consultant what you have and it is built into the plan.
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Choosing the Right Movers
There are hundreds of long distance moving companies advertising in Canada, and the difference between a good one and a bad one usually only shows up on delivery day. Your belongings are on a truck for days, sometimes weeks, and you need a company with the accreditation, the network and the crews to get them there intact and on time. Sparta is trusted by CAM, Atlas Van Lines and Bryan Baeumler because that is exactly what we do.
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What Our Customers Are Saying
Reviews from Calgary families who trusted cross country movers with everything they own, and would do it again.
Tony, Costa and Cash were amazing movers. They got my move done quickly and with great care. They made sure to put runners throughout the house so they didn't dirty up the carpet and put everything in the room we wanted it to go in. Seamless move. Would highly recommend.
We had Dom, Andre, Ivan and Chuck move us, this is the second time we have used them and this time was as good as the first. They don’t quit until the job is done. The fellas are very friendly and helpful. Would use them again for sure.
We had Dom and Chuck bring in and unpack our cargo. Both were very friendly whilst being quick and efficient in completing the work. Fantastic service.
Dominic, Chuck, Ivan and Andre were great. They were professional, easy to talk to, and took great care with our possessions. I wouldn't hesitate to use Sparta again.
What a great moving experience. Everything from start to finish was really smooth. The quoting process with Angela was great- she was so on the ball and the whole reason I decided to hire Sparta. On the day of, Dominic and his team were friendly, professional, and took good care of my stuff. The guys worked hard and I was happy with the end result. I actually enjoyed the day, and I HATE moving! Big thanks to Angela, Dominic, Chuck, Anthony & Cash.
We are very happy with Sparta movers. Michael was very helpful and professional right from giving us an estimate and helping us reschedule without any hassle. All the movers- Dominic, Chuck, Zied, Cash & Andre were very quick, professional, helpful and courteous. Best movers we have come across. They deserve more than 5 stars. I'm very happy with each of their work 😊
We dealt with Michael B., Dominic, Chuck, Ziad and Cash - they were all super professional, considerate and great at what they do! From booking the move to waving goodbye when the moving team were finished - the team was helpful, caring and hard working. Thanks team for making our move so seamless!
The entire experience with Sparta was seamless. Right from my initial communication with Michael, the moving advisor, to Angie, who packed, and Ryan and his team who did all the heavy lifting their professionalism, communication and work ethic was exceptional. Moving is never easy but they definitely reduced the stress. Loved the online portal where I could adjust my inventory and it’s all very transparent as to costs, materials needed, and estimated times. Michael was so helpful and patient answering all my questions and adjusting the estimate as needed. It was nice to see Angie and Ryan patiently mentoring and teaching the new guys. Highly recommend them. Next time I’ll get them to do the entire pack instead of just a partial. They are so efficient!
We moved from Toronto to Airdrie (AB) with Sparta Movers. Best experience ever. They were super careful, packed everything with care, delivered on time, not a single box was missing, no furniture or electronics were damaged. Totally recommend.
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