Not everyone needs or wants a full packing service. Many people are happy to pack clothes, linens and personal items themselves, but would rather not spend two evenings wrapping every plate and glass in the kitchen, or a weekend clearing out a crowded basement. Partial packing gives you exactly the help you need and nothing you do not.

Déménagement NST Moving & Storage offers partial packing across Greater Montreal with no minimum. Tell us which rooms or categories you want packed, and our trained packers handle them with quality materials and clear labels. You pack the rest at your own pace. Partial packing is included in your guaranteed flat-fee move price.

Quick answer: With NST’s partial packing in Montreal, you choose what we pack, such as the kitchen, fragile items or the basement, and we include it in your guaranteed flat-fee move. No minimum. Call (514) 458-7786.

What customers usually ask us to pack

Popular partial packing choices – NST Montreal movers

The kitchen. The most time-consuming room in any home, full of fragile items of different shapes. Our packers wrap dishes, glasses, pots, small appliances and pantry items quickly and safely.

Fragile items. China cabinets, crystal, collectibles, vases and décor. See fragile item packing.

Books and collections. Libraries, records, games and collections that need small, sturdy boxes and careful weight distribution.

Basements and garages. Tools, sports equipment, seasonal items and things nobody has touched in years.

Closets. Clothes moved on hangers in wardrobe boxes.

Children’s rooms. Toys, books and small items packed while you focus on keeping routines going.

Last-minute leftovers. Whatever is still unpacked on the morning of the move.

How partial packing works

Choose your rooms. Tell your coordinator which rooms, categories or items you want us to pack.
Plan the timing. Partial packing is usually done the day before or the morning of the move.
Pack your part. You pack the rest using our materials or your own. Our packing supplies delivery can bring boxes to your door.
Our packers arrive. They pack the chosen rooms with quality materials and label each box.
Moving day. The crew loads everything, whether you or we packed it.

Free packing included in every move

Even if you choose to pack everything yourself, some items are packed free as part of your NST flat-fee move: flat-screen TVs in TV boxes, standard mirrors, lamps, paintings, small sculptures and electronics. Partial packing adds the rooms or items you choose on top of these.

Partial packing vs full packing

	Partial packing	Full packing
What we pack	Rooms or items you choose	Your entire home
Your time	You pack some of the home	You pack nothing
Cost	Lower	Higher
Best for	Budget-conscious moves, people who like to pack personal items	Busy families, long-distance moves, large homes

Not sure which is right? Your coordinator can help you decide. For the full service, see full packing.

Partial packing costs

Factor	Why it matters
Rooms chosen	Kitchens and fragile items take more time than linens.
Amount of items	Full cupboards and collections need more boxes.
Fragility	Glass and china need extra wrapping.
Timing	Morning-of packing must be planned with the moving schedule.

Partial packing is included in your guaranteed flat fee. Try our moving cost calculator for an estimate.

Packing tips for the rooms you pack yourself

Start early with rooms and items you use least.
Use small boxes for heavy items like books and tools.
Fill empty spaces with paper or towels so contents cannot shift.
Do not overfill boxes: lids should close flat.
Label every box with the room and contents on two sides.
Tape boxes securely on the bottom and top.
Keep an essentials box with things you will need on the first night.
Leave TVs, mirrors, lamps and art for us to pack for free.

The kitchen: why most people choose to outsource it

A kitchen holds hundreds of items: plates, bowls, mugs, glasses, cutlery, pots, pans, baking dishes, small appliances, spices and pantry goods. Many are fragile, many are oddly shaped and all of them must be packed tightly enough not to move but carefully enough not to break. Our packers use dish boxes, divided glass cartons and padding to pack a kitchen efficiently. For many customers, outsourcing only the kitchen saves the most time and stress for the least cost.

Packing the basement and garage

Basements and garages are where moves get stuck. They are full of heavy, awkward and dusty items, and they are often left to the last minute. Our packers sort and pack tools, sports gear, holiday decorations, camping equipment and storage bins. Before packing day, set aside items to donate, recycle or throw away, and remember that hazardous materials such as paint, propane and fuel cannot go on the truck.

Morning-of packing

If you are almost ready but know a few rooms will not be finished, we can schedule packers to arrive with the moving crew on the morning of the move. They pack the remaining items while the crew starts loading furniture and packed boxes. This option is popular for small apartments and for people who want to keep using their kitchen until the last day.

Areas we serve

We provide partial packing across Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, the West Island and the North and South Shores, as part of local and long-distance moves.

Why customers choose NST partial packing

No minimum: one room or several.
Quality materials and clear labels.
Free packing of TVs, mirrors, lamps and art.
Morning-of packing available.
Included in your guaranteed flat fee.
Trained, careful packers. See all our packing services.

Partial packing on a budget

Partial packing is one of the best ways to control the cost of a move while still getting professional help where it matters most. A few ideas that work well for budget-conscious customers:

Outsource the kitchen only. It saves the most time and prevents the most breakage.
Pack soft items yourself. Clothes, linens, towels and pillows are easy to pack and rarely break.
Declutter before you decide. Fewer belongings means fewer boxes, whether you pack or we do.
Use our free packing. TVs, mirrors, lamps and art are already included at no charge.
Choose a flexible date. Mid-week and mid-month moves are easier to schedule, including packing.

Your coordinator can help you find the right balance between what you pack and what we pack.

Partial packing for students and small apartments

Students and people in studio or one-bedroom apartments often have little furniture but a surprising number of small items: kitchenware, books, electronics and décor. A short partial packing visit, sometimes just an hour or two, can take care of the kitchen and fragile items while you handle clothes and personal things. Combine it with our student moving or studio apartment moving service for an affordable, low-stress move.

Partial packing for seniors

For seniors moving to a smaller home or residence, packing everything can be physically demanding and emotionally tiring. Partial packing lets family members handle personal items and keepsakes while our packers take care of the heavy and fragile work: the kitchen, books, china cabinets and storage areas. Our packers are patient, respectful and happy to set aside items for family, donation or the new home. See our senior moving service.

Partial packing for long-distance moves

When moving to another city, fragile items face more handling and vibration. Many customers pack clothes and linens themselves and let our packers handle the kitchen, glassware, décor and electronics. This combination keeps costs down while protecting the items most likely to break on a long trip. See long-distance moving.

Partial packing checklist

Choose the rooms or items you want us to pack.
Order supplies for the rooms you will pack yourself.
Start packing your rooms early, beginning with the least used spaces.
Leave TVs, mirrors, lamps and art for our free packing.
Keep an essentials box separate.
Tell your coordinator if you need morning-of packing.

Following these steps keeps packing day short and moving day on schedule.

Help exactly where you need it

Partial packing gives you control over your budget while protecting the items that matter most.

Partial packing FAQs

Is there a minimum for partial packing?

No. You can ask us to pack a single room, a few boxes of fragile items or several rooms.

Can you pack just my kitchen?

Yes. The kitchen is the most common partial packing request.

When do the packers come?

Usually the day before or the morning of your move, depending on how much we are packing.

Do I need to buy boxes for the rooms I pack?

You can use your own or order boxes, tape and paper through our packing supplies delivery service.

What do you pack for free?

TVs, mirrors, lamps, paintings, small sculptures and electronics are packed free as part of your move.

Can you finish packing on moving day?

Yes. Morning-of packing can cover whatever is left when the crew arrives.

Will my boxes be labelled?

Yes. Every box we pack is labelled by room and contents.

Is partial packing included in the flat fee?

Yes. It is quoted with your move and included in one guaranteed price.

Is partial packing good for long-distance moves?

Yes. Having professionals pack fragile items reduces breakage on long trips.

Book partial packing with NST

Tell us which rooms you want packed and your moving date. We will include partial packing in your guaranteed flat-fee quote.

Call: (514) 458-7786 · Visit: 433 Jarry St W #201, Montreal, QC H3N 1E7

Get your free partial packing quote today.

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