Background-checked movers for Portland apartments, high-rises, craftsman homes, and offices, from a Hillsboro moving company serving the metro since 2006.
Moving across town or coming from out of state? Our movers in Portland, OR, understand the unique needs of Portland families and businesses. Whether you are navigating tight street parking rules during a condo move in the Pearl District, loading a historic craftsman home in Southeast Portland, or orchestrating a corporate move downtown, we ensure a seamless transition.
Smart planningClear, friendly communicationPacking done right with quality materialsSafe and efficient moves, near or farExtra care for fragile and valuable stuff
Pick the level of help your Portland move needs, from a full-service move to movers who load your own truck.
House, apartment, and condo moves within Portland and the metro, with every piece of furniture padded and wrapped.
Local Moving
Office and business moves in downtown Portland and across the metro, planned to keep downtime short.
Commercial Moving
Full or partial packing with quality boxes and materials, including specialty boxes for fragile items.
Packing Services
Secure, climate-controlled warehouse storage at our Hillsboro facility for moves with a gap between homes.
Storage Solutions
Movers who load or unload your own rental truck or storage container anywhere in Portland.
Labor Only
Upright, baby grand, and grand piano moves, including stairs and tight entryways in older Portland homes.
Specialty MovingPortland housing ranges from Pearl District and South Waterfront towers to century-old craftsman homes in Southeast neighborhoods like Hawthorne and Sunnyside, and each one moves differently. A high-rise move depends on elevator reservations, loading docks, and building move windows. An older craftsman home often means narrow original stairwells, porch steps, and street parking out front. Our movers plan for both, along with office moves in downtown Portland, so the plan is set before the truck arrives.
Every part of Portland moves a little differently. Pick your area to see what your move usually involves and what to plan before moving day.
Downtown, Pearl District, Old Town
On metered blocks, PBOT staff post the parking reservation signs for you. Allow 5 to 7 business days from application to your move date. Our apartment and high-rise checklist covers the building side.
Nob Hill, Alphabet District, Slabtown
Tell us about stairs and walk-up floors when you book so we send the right number of movers. Moving out past the West Hills? See our Cedar Hills movers page.
St. Johns, Kenton, Arbor Lodge, Boise, Mississippi
Ask your building manager for move rules as soon as you sign the lease. Heading across the Columbia River? Our Vancouver, WA movers handle moves on the Washington side.
Irvington, Alberta Arts, Grant Park, Hollywood, Rose City Park
Measure your largest pieces against doorways and stair turns at both homes. Moving farther east? See our Gresham movers page.
Hawthorne, Sunnyside, Laurelhurst, Richmond, Brooklyn, Sellwood-Moreland
Let us know about basement and attic items when you book, since they add carrying time. Our packing services can handle a full house if time is short.
West Hills, Goose Hollow, Hillsdale, Multnomah Village
Describe your street and driveway when you book so we can plan truck placement. Moving south or west? See our Lake Oswego movers, Tigard movers, and Beaverton movers pages.
South Waterfront, Collins View, Riverdale
Give your movers the current S address, not an old SW address with a leading zero, so navigation goes to the right building. Moving toward the south metro? See our Lake Oswego movers page.
Portland families choose us for movers who show up on time, handle furniture with care, and know the city's parking and building rules.
Moving homes across Portland and Oregon since 2006.
Every mover is a background-checked employee covered by workers' comp.
Full-service moves, packing only, or labor-only help to load your own truck.
Local knowledge of Portland neighborhoods, parking rules, and apartment access.
Priority Moving started in 2006 with ten moving pads and a focus on customer service. That focus has earned an A+ BBB rating and a 4.9-star average across 895 Google reviews from customers in Portland, Hillsboro, and across Oregon.
17,000+ of Moves19+ Years in BusinessLocal and Long-Distance MovesA+ BBB Rating
Here is how a Portland move with Priority Moving runs from booking to the last box:
Pick your date and start time. Moves can start as early as 8 AM.
Choose full or partial packing, or pack yourself. We can also store items between homes.
Furniture is padded and wrapped, and fragile items get extra packing.
Your belongings ride in our trucks to your new home across town or across the state.
We unload, place furniture where you want it, and reassemble what we took apart.
We haul away the packing materials so your new place is ready to live in.
If the moving truck will park on a public street in Portland, you can reserve the curb space with a Temporary Street Use Permit from the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT). Enter your move details to see when to apply, what the city charges, and who posts the signs.
City fees are estimates based on PBOT's published rates and do not include our moving costs. Your final permit fee depends on your address, curb length, and dates.
| Parking type | City fee per 20-foot space | Who posts the signs | When the reservation is enforceable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metered parking area | $87 per day | PBOT staff post and remove the signs | Two business days after the signs go up |
| Non-metered, inside PBOT's sign service area | $70 per week | PBOT posts the signs for you | PBOT confirms the details after you apply |
| Non-metered, outside the service area | $48 per week | You post the signs on barricades at least 24 inches wide and 30 inches tall | 72 hours after Parking Enforcement verifies the signs ($80 per verification) |
Source: PBOT Temporary Street Use Permitting, fees as published in September 2026. PBOT permit questions: 503-823-7365, option 1.
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Moving into or out of a downtown, Pearl District, or South Waterfront building? Most of the planning happens with your building, not the truck. Check off each step as you go.
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Moves are charged hourly. Things that influence how long a move takes include the size of your home and the amount of belongings to be moved, as well as crew size, number of trucks, access at each property (like narrow street configurations in Northwest Portland, historical building elevator rules, multiple flights of stairs, or tight residential entries, etc.).
Yes. We provide full-service packing using professional materials for fragile items, electronics, and everyday household goods.
We recommend scheduling 2–4 weeks in advance, especially during summer or end-of-month.
Absolutely. We move pianos, oversized furniture, artwork, and other specialty items with proper equipment and care.
Yes. If you book packing services, we bring all the supplies you’ll need, including specialty boxes for fragile items.
We recommend being available to answer questions and give direction, especially at the start and finish. If you can’t be there, make sure someone you trust is on-site to sign paperwork and guide the crew.
Yes, if we have availability. Call us directly at 503-544-7972 and we’ll let you know what we can do.
We accept major credit cards, debit cards, and checks. Payment is due at the end of your move unless other arrangements are made in advance. We also offer financing.
Yes. Our residential movers are experienced with elevators, stairs, and limited parking access.
Absolutely. Our labor-only residential moving services are ideal if you’re driving your own truck.
Nope! It’s actually best to keep clothes in drawers as it reduces the likelihood of damage. Don’t worry about the weight; we have the right equipment to move heavy furniture safely.
Yes. We provide basic coverage based on item weight, and you can upgrade to full-value protection, even on moving day. We also recommend transporting irreplaceable or high-value items yourself. All our movers are employees and covered by workers’ comp, so you’re never liable for on-site injuries. Be cautious of companies with unusually low rates. There’s a chance they’re not insured.
Yes. Electronics and artwork must be properly packed to be covered by insurance. Original packaging or professional packing (which we offer) is required. See our What Not to Pack page for guidance. Talk to our team if you’d like us to pack delicate or high-value items for extra peace of mind.
Yes! We move pianos if they’re part of a larger household move and also provide piano-only moves. We move upright, baby grand, grand, and even children’s pianos.
Yes!
Only if they’re slate-crated and fully prepped for transport.
We do not move house plants since they can be damaged in moving trucks, and we’re not liable for damage.
We don’t move pets, flammables, or liquids. Lawn mowers are okay if the gas is drained. Grills are fine, just disconnect the propane. See What Not to Pack for more.
No, but we do offer labor-only services if you’ve rented your own truck.
Yes. We regularly help seniors with downsizing and moving to retirement communities. Our crews are careful and patient, and we can coordinate directly with family members or facility staff.
