downsizing + estate clearing

taking it one step at a time

Ready to simplify and downsize into a condo, retirement residence, or smaller home? Or maybe you've been tasked with clearing your parents home. When faced with that to do with all the beloved (and not so precious) belongings you've accumulated over 10, 20, 30 or 40+ years in your home, you're overwhelmed.

We understand that making those decisions can be really tough. We will be your ally, guiding and working alongside you, keeping you focused, objective and moving toward your goal.

Your new abode will be set up efficiently and beautifully, so you can 'move on' to the next thrilling phase with minimal stress and upset.

pre-move downsizing or clearing an estate

Work together through your home to purge, sort and decide what to keep

Advise if any of your items may have a market for resale

Responsibly donate items you no longer need, keeping as much out of landfill as possible

Schedule and coordinate multi-point deliveries to family and charities

Disposal and cleaning services to leave your home ready for a new family

the move

Plan all move details, including scheduling, hiring movers and specialty service providers

Create customized, scaled floor plans to help determine what furniture pieces best fit your new space, and where you might need additional/new pieces

Pack your belongings systematically for easier unpacking

Coordinate and oversee moving day

Arrange a cleaning service, so you are moving into a fresh space

Maximize small spaces with organizing products in kitchens, bathrooms, closets

settling in to your new home

Unpack and set up your new home

Coordinate upgrades and renovations at your new address

Help transfer home services (telephone, tv, internet, newspaper delivery, etc.)

Install art

Dispose of all packing materials

Contact us about downsizing from your home or clearing an estate!

Proud Silver Leaf member of Professional Organizers in Canada (POC)

Moving On has been a proud Member of the Professional Organizers in Canada (POC) association since 2009. Silver Leaf status recognizes Professional Organizers who have been in business for at least five years.

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You made it easier for me

Thanks with all my heart for the very unique help you provided me. You made easier for me, in my seventies, the move from my old house to my new condominium and assisted me also with the planning and renovation of the new place. All this with expertise and efficiency at all times.

Fernando G.

‘Wowed’ by your services

Dear Heather & Diana., My husband and I have been ‘wowed’ by your services and broadcast your good works to all we know. Thank you HUGELY for your kindness and efficiency.

Sue B.

Beyond wonderful

Heather and Diana, the two of you are beyond wonderful. My mom and I couldn’t have made this transition without you. There are no phrases or adequate words in the English language to express our appreciation!! From both of us to both of you – thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

Nancy W.

Wonderful

Diana Vela and Heather Shute were wonderful in helping me organize my house’s contents and assisting me in moving from the house that I had lived in for over 51 years.

George H.

What will it cost?

Since we build custom solutions based on your needs, every project is different. Let's talk!
We charge hourly for all services: Our Project Manager / Lead Organizer rate is $105/hr, assistants are $65/hr. HST is additional.