West Coast Moving and Storage

Mission and approach

• Quality service is described as the company's number one mission.
• The team focuses on efficiency, creative solutions, and careful preparation and transportation of belongings.
• Company motto: "Work Smarter, Not Harder."

Staff and experience

• Full-time professional moving staff plus a Certified Moving Consultant.
• More than 25–50 years of combined moving industry experience (as described across the website).
• Experienced with a wide variety of moving jobs, including complex piano and specialty-item moves.

Licensure, insurance and memberships

From the About page:

• Commercial liability policy.
• Commercial cargo policy.
• Worker's compensation.
• Oregon Moving and Storage Association (OMSA) member since 2012.
• American Moving and Storage Association member.
• Oregon HHG License #054640.
• Washington HHG License #063133.
• US DOT License #1304320.
• Motor Carrier Registration #622604.

Service focus

• Residential/home moves.
• Commercial and office moves.
• Piano moving and storage.
• Long-distance moves along the West Coast and selected additional destinations.
• Climate-controlled storage, including wooden and commercial storage vaults and piano storage.

Consultations and quotes

• Free moving consultations are available with a Certified Moving Consultant.
• Free quotes can be requested online or by phone for moving and storage services.

Residential / home moving

• Local residential moves in and around Portland, Oregon.
• Careful handling of furniture, antiques, specialty items, and other personal belongings.
• Items are wrapped in moving blankets and shrink wrap so there are no exposed edges during transport.

Commercial moving

• Office and commercial relocations planned to minimize downtime.
• Moving technology equipment, desks, secure files, chairs, printers, copiers, break room furniture, and more.
• Assistance organizing the office move so the new workspace can be up and running quickly.

Piano moving

• Specialized piano moving, which is how the company originally started.
• Licensed, bonded, and insured piano movers with modern trucks and equipment.
• Experienced with upright, grand, and console pianos, including complex moves.

Long-distance moving

• Long-distance moves to other West Coast states and beyond.
• Service area described as: as far north as Bellingham, Washington; as far east as Salt Lake City, Utah; and as far south as San Diego, California (based on the moving FAQ).
• Long-distance moves require more logistical planning; customers are encouraged to contact the team early to get on the schedule.

Furniture moving

• Help moving or rearranging heavy furniture, including new furniture deliveries.
• Protection of furniture and floors during moves within a home or business.

Specialty moving

• Moving unique or difficult items such as exercise equipment, patio furniture sets, flat screen TVs, stainless steel kitchen appliances, gun safes, specialty instruments, and similar items.
• Some items are not moved, including pool tables, fish tanks, and exercise equipment with cables (per the moving FAQ). Customers are encouraged to ask about specific specialty items.

Packing and unpacking

• Optional full packing and unpacking services to reduce moving-day stress.
• Professional packing supplies and techniques used.
• Meticulous labeling system so items are organized and easy to unpack in the new location.
• Availability depends on schedule; customers should confirm when requesting a quote.

How moving is priced

• Moving is charged by truck and number of movers per hour (per the moving FAQ).
• Specific hourly rates are not listed on the website; customers are asked to call or submit an online request for current rates.
• Free in-home estimates are available to plan the move and configure trucks, staffing, and packing materials.

How moving is priced

• Moves are charged by truck and number of movers per hour (per the moving FAQ).
• The website does not list exact hourly rates; customers are asked to call (503) 477-5057 or submit an online request for current rates.
• Free in-home estimates are available to plan truck size, number of movers, and packing materials.

Payment methods

• Accepted payment methods: Cash, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.

Insurance and protection

• West Coast offers Released Value Protection.
• Customers may choose to purchase Replacement Cost Protection separately.
• The company carries commercial liability and cargo policies and worker's compensation (listed under qualifications on the About page).

What they can and cannot move

• West Coast can move many heavy, large, and fragile items, including specialty items, furniture, and pianos.
• According to the moving FAQ, they do not move:
• Pool tables
• Fish tanks
• Exercise equipment with cables
• Customers should ask about other specialty items to confirm.

Trucks and equipment

• The company operates several truck sizes, typically 18′, 20′, 24′, or 26′ trucks (per the moving FAQ).
• State-of-the-art equipment and full-size lift gates are used for loading and unloading.

Preparation tips

• Clear the driveway of vehicles and create a clear path for movers.
• Secure pets and communicate any specialty items or instructions.
• West Coast's movers will protect furniture; customers do not need to prepare furniture themselves.

Packing, unpacking and supplies

• As an all-service moving company, West Coast can provide packing and unpacking services if needed.
• They supply moving boxes and other materials and use professional packing techniques.
• Customers should confirm availability of packing/unpacking services for their specific move date.

Long-distance service area

• Long-distance moves commonly extend as far north as Bellingham, Washington; as far east as Salt Lake City, Utah; and as far south as San Diego, California (per the moving FAQ).
• Customers should speak with a moving consultant for a custom long-distance quote and schedule.

Climate-controlled storage services

West Coast Moving and Storage operates a climate-controlled storage facility in NE Portland for household and business items.

Types of storage

• Wooden storage vaults (Portland)
• Alternative to self-storage with added security at a lower price.
• Built from high-quality wood to protect items from forklift damage.
• Easy access from all sides.
• Belongings are wrapped in furniture pads and shrink-wrap before being placed into vaults.

• Commercial storage vaults (Portland)
• Designed for industrial equipment and business-related items.
• Focus on safety and security at a reasonable price.
• Professional movers help retrieve and deliver items back when needed.

• Piano storage (Portland)
• Temperature-controlled, secure piano storage.
• Pianos are carefully wrapped and monitored.
• Only experienced piano movers handle the instruments.

Security and monitoring

• The warehouse is monitored by staff and surveillance 24/7/365.
• Facility is located in an area protected from harsh weather, theft, pests, and other hazards.

How storage works

1. Customer calls (503) 477-5057 or submits a message online describing storage needs.
2. West Coast Moving and Storage reviews the request, asks any follow-up questions, and provides a free storage quote.
3. Professional movers carefully wrap and load items and transport them to the NE Portland warehouse.
4. Items are monitored at the facility until the customer is ready to remove them from storage.
5. When ready, items are loaded back onto a truck and delivered wherever they need to go along the West Coast. For destinations farther away, West Coast works with partners to complete the delivery.

Storage pricing

• Household storage in wooden storage vaults: $90.00 per month for furniture and belongings in 5×7 wooden storage vaults at the climate-controlled facility (per the moving FAQ).
• Piano storage: $40.00 per month for an upright piano and $50.00 per month for a grand piano, prorated monthly (per the piano moving FAQ).
• Storage pricing is described as a flat monthly fee that includes insurance; customers should contact the office for any current or additional pricing details.

Phone numbers

• Moving services: (503) 477-5057
• Oregon piano moving and storage: (503) 234-2226
• Washington piano moving and storage: (253) 277-1397

Office hours

• Weekdays: 8:00am–5:00pm
• Weekends and holidays: Hours are not listed on the website; please contact the office for current availability.

How to request a quote

• Online: Request a free moving or storage quote using the forms on the West Coast Moving and Storage website.
• Phone: Call the numbers above to speak with a moving consultant about moving or storage needs.

Information needed for a piano moving quote

When contacting West Coast about a piano move, customers are asked for:

• Type of piano (upright, grand, console).
• For grands: length from the keyboard to the curve in the bow end.
• Pickup and delivery addresses.
• Details about stairs, turns, and landings at both locations.
• Requested move date.
• Any special needs or circumstances.

Piano storage

• Secure, climate-controlled piano storage is available for both short-term and long-term needs.
• Pianos are carefully wrapped and placed in a temperature-controlled environment.
• Storage facilities are monitored continuously for security.
• Only experienced piano movers handle the instruments while in storage.

Piano storage pricing

• Upright piano storage: $40.00 per month.
• Grand piano storage: $50.00 per month.
• Rates are prorated monthly (per the piano moving FAQ).
• Customers should contact the office for any current or additional pricing.

After your piano is moved

• Moving the piano itself does not typically affect tuning, but temperature, humidity, and room size can influence the sound.
• The company suggests having the piano tuned after it has been in its new location for 3–4 weeks.

Ask anyway — the agent will say plainly that it is not published rather than guess.