Moving to Lakeshore and Belle River: What to Know Before Move Day

Lakeshore stretches along Lake St. Clair from the Tecumseh border past Belle River to Stoney Point, and south to Comber and Maidstone. It mixes new subdivisions, waterfront homes and rural properties, and each needs a slightly different plan on move day. This guide covers what our Lakeshore crews see on real moves.

By EC Movers Ltd • Last updated: 2026-10-27

Quick summary

• New builds: confirm the closing time and when you get the keys, and check whether the street is finished.
• Waterfront homes: plan truck parking on narrow lake roads.
• Rural lots: check the lane and where the truck can turn.
• Book 3 to 4 weeks ahead, more in spring and summer.

Moving into a new home in Belle River or Lakeshore

Many families move to Lakeshore into newly built homes. A few things help on these moves:

• Closing day timing: keys are often released in the afternoon. Tell us your closing time so we plan the start time, or book storage overnight if keys come late.
• Unfinished streets: in a new phase, the road, curbs or driveway may not be finished. Let us know so we plan safe parking.
• New floors: our crew protects floors and door frames, which matters most in a brand-new home.

Waterfront and cottage-style homes

Homes along Lake St. Clair often sit on narrow roads with limited parking, and some have steps down to the house or tight side yards. Tell us about stairs, long walks and parking when you ask for a quote, so we send enough crew and the right equipment.

Comber, Stoney Point and rural Lakeshore

On rural lots, check that a full-size truck can reach the house and turn around. Clear vehicles and equipment from the loading area and point out sheds or garages with items to move.

Hot tubs, pianos and pool tables

Lakeshore homes often have hot tubs, pool tables in the basement and pianos. We move all three with the right equipment. See our hot tub moving service, piano moving service and pool table moving service, all available across Lakeshore.

Lakeshore moving checklist

1. 4 weeks out: get a written quote, confirm your closing or lease date.
2. 3 weeks out: sort and donate, start packing, ask about storage if dates do not line up.
3. 2 weeks out: set up utilities, internet and mail forwarding.
4. 1 week out: drain the hot tub, empty the fridge, label boxes by room.
5. Move day: keep keys and documents with you and walk the crew lead through the home.

Where we move in Lakeshore

EC Movers Lakeshore is based in Belle River and serves Belle River, Emeryville, Puce, Stoney Point, Maidstone, Comber, Rochester, St. Joachim and Tilbury, plus moves to and from Windsor, Tecumseh and Chatham-Kent. See our Lakeshore movers page for the service area and our Google Maps listing.

Why choose EC Movers in Lakeshore

• Insured and WSIB-certified crews.
• Written quotes before move day.
• Floors, door frames and furniture protected.
• Specialty equipment for hot tubs, pianos and pool tables.

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 people into new builds in Belle River?

Yes. Tell us your closing time and we will plan the move around when you get the keys.

Can you move from Windsor or Tecumseh to Lakeshore?

Yes. Moves between Windsor, Tecumseh and Lakeshore are some of the most common moves we do.

Do you serve Stoney Point and Comber?

Yes. We serve all of Lakeshore, including Stoney Point, Comber, Maidstone and Rochester.