Moving in Leamington, Ontario: A Local Guide

Leamington sits at the southern tip of Essex County, on the Lake Erie shore next to Point Pelee. A move here can mean a downtown house near Erie Street, a lakeside home along Seacliffe Drive, or a rural property out toward Wheatley and Mersea. This guide covers what to plan for in each, from the EC Movers crew that moves Leamington families and businesses every month.

By EC Movers Ltd • Last updated: 2026-11-11

Downtown and Erie Street

Many homes near downtown and Erie Street are older, with narrow stairs, tight turns and small doorways. Measure your largest furniture and the doorways it has to pass through, and tell us about stairs when you ask for a quote. We take apart bed frames, tables and other large pieces when needed and put them back together at the new home. On busy streets, plan where the truck can park close to your door, and ask a neighbour to leave the curb free on moving day.

Lakeshore homes and Seacliffe Drive

Homes along the lakeshore often have long driveways, steps down to the house or a long walk from the road. Tell us the distance from where the truck can stop to your front door, and about any steps, so we send enough crew. Cottages and seasonal homes usually have more in sheds and garages than people expect, so walk through them before you book and add those items to the list.

Wheatley, Mersea and rural roads

For a rural property, check that a full-size truck can reach the house and turn around. After heavy rain, soft ground can be a problem, so plan a firm spot to park. Narrow country roads and farm lanes are fine for us when we know about them in advance, so mention them when you book.

When to book a Leamington move

• Month-end and summer: the busiest dates. Book two to three weeks ahead.
• Weekdays mid-month: the easiest dates to get, often on short notice.
• Winter: clear and salt the driveway and steps the night before. Lake Erie weather can change quickly, and if the roads are bad we call you to adjust the start time rather than rush.
• Closing day: tell us when you expect the keys, so we plan the start around it.

Moving from Leamington to Windsor, Kingsville or further

Leamington to Windsor is about 50 minutes of driving, Kingsville about 15 minutes, London about 2 hours and Toronto about 4 hours. One crew loads, drives and unloads, so your things are not moved between trucks. For longer moves, see our long distance moving service. If you are moving within the area, our Kingsville movers page and Kingsville moving checklist may also help.

Pianos, hot tubs and pool tables

• Piano moving: upright and grand pianos wrapped in padded blankets, strapped to a skid board and carried safely on stairs.
• Hot tub moving: drained and disconnected first, then moved on a hot tub dolly through gates and yards.
• Pool table moving: taken apart, moved and levelled again at the new home.

Moving a business in Leamington

We move offices, shops and other businesses and plan around your working hours to keep downtime short. Label each desk and room, back up computers, and tell us about any heavy equipment. See our office and commercial moving service.

What affects the cost of your move

• How much you are moving: the number of rooms and large pieces sets the truck size and crew.
• Access at both homes: stairs, long driveways and tight turns add time.
• Travel: the drive between the two addresses.
• Heavy items: pianos, hot tubs, pool tables and safes need extra crew and equipment.
• Packing: packing yourself costs less. We also rent plastic moving bins and sell cardboard boxes.

Give us these details when you ask and you get a clear flat-rate quote with no hidden fees.

EC Movers in Leamington

EC Movers Ltd is an insured, WSIB-certified moving company based in Windsor, serving Leamington, Wheatley, Mersea, Kingsville, Ruthven, Cottam, Essex and the rest of Essex County. See our Leamington movers page and our residential moving service.

Our crews work Monday to Saturday from 7 AM to 11 PM and Sunday from 9 AM to 11 PM. Call (519) 566-8933 or request a free quote online.

Frequently asked questions

Do you move in Leamington and Wheatley?

Yes. Leamington, Wheatley, Mersea and the Point Pelee area are part of our regular Essex County service area.

How long does a move inside Leamington take?

Most moves inside Leamington take half a day to one day, depending on the size of the home, stairs and heavy items.

Can you move me from Leamington to Windsor or London?

Yes. We move between Leamington, Windsor, London and the rest of Ontario with one crew from start to finish.