Gentle John’s Moving & Storage
Gentle John’s Moving & Storage is a moving provider in Portland, OR serving Portland and surrounding areas. Gentle John’s Moving & Storage provides professional moving services in Portland, OR. Contact Gentle John’s Moving & Storage for a free estimate.
About Gentle John’s Moving & Storage
Gentle John’s Moving & Storage provides professional moving services in Portland, OR. Offers local and long-distance moving, packing, and commercial moving services. Known for affordable pricing and exceptional customer service. Our moving crews handle local and long-distance residential moves, apartment moves, office relocations, piano and specialty item moving, packing services, furniture disassembly and reassembly, and storage solutions. Every move includes furniture padding, floor protection, and a dedicated move coordinator. We provide binding estimates with no surprise charges on moving day. Licensed and insured with DOT credentials for interstate moves. Senior and military discounts available. Proudly serving Portland and the Portland metro.
11 years in business
Services
Local Move
FeaturedFull-service local move including loading, transport, and unloading. Blanket wrapping for furniture protection.
Starting at $400 / per move
Long Distance Move
FeaturedInterstate or cross-country moving with dedicated truck. Includes inventory, packing materials, and delivery window.
Starting at $1800 / per move
Labor Only
Movers only — you provide the truck. Loading, unloading, and furniture rearrangement.
Starting at $50 / per hour per mover
Loading/Unloading Only
Labor-only service for loading or unloading your rental truck, pod, or storage unit.
Starting at $200 / per crew
Packing Services
Professional packing of dishes, artwork, electronics, and fragile items. All materials included.
Starting at $250 / per room
Storage
Short-term and long-term storage in climate-controlled units. Month-to-month, no long-term contracts.
Starting at $150 / per month
Location
Portland, OR
Portland, OR 97201
Typical Moving Costs in Portland
$500–$2,000
Costs vary based on project scope, materials, and complexity. Get a free quote from Gentle John’s Moving & Storage to compare pricing in Portland.
Hours of Operation
Services Offered
Local Move
Full-service local move including loading, transport, and unloading. Blanket wrapping for furniture protection.
$400
starting at
Long Distance Move
Interstate or cross-country moving with dedicated truck. Includes inventory, packing materials, and delivery window.
$1,800
starting at
Labor Only
Movers only — you provide the truck. Loading, unloading, and furniture rearrangement.
$50
starting at
Loading/Unloading Only
Labor-only service for loading or unloading your rental truck, pod, or storage unit.
$200
starting at
Packing Services
Professional packing of dishes, artwork, electronics, and fragile items. All materials included.
$250
starting at
Storage
Short-term and long-term storage in climate-controlled units. Month-to-month, no long-term contracts.
$150
starting at
Reviews
4.5
6 reviews
6 reviews
Chris W.
Hired Gentle John’s Moving & Storage for a small project and was impressed enough to hire them back for a larger one. They treat small jobs with the same professionalism as big ones. That says a lot about a company.
8 people found this helpful
Response from Gentle John’s Moving & Storage
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Your satisfaction is our priority.
Jordan T.
The customer service here sets them apart from everyone else in the area. They remember you, they care about the details, and they go out of their way to make it right.
Response from Gentle John’s Moving & Storage
Thank you for sharing your experience! It is customers like you who make what we do so rewarding.
Darius P.
If I could give more than five stars I would. Not because any single visit blew my mind but because every single visit has been exactly what it should be. That reliability is rare.
Catherine W.
Simple, straightforward, quality work at a fair price. No drama, no surprises. Just professionals who know what they are doing and care about doing it right.
Response from Gentle John’s Moving & Storage
We really appreciate you taking the time to leave this review. Your satisfaction is our top priority!
Chris P.
Used Gentle John’s Moving & Storage and was very satisfied with the moving work. They were professional, showed up on time, and the quality of work was excellent. Would recommend to neighbors.
7 people found this helpful
Response from Gentle John’s Moving & Storage
We appreciate you taking the time to review our moving services in Portland. Your feedback means a lot to our team!
Deborah E.
Used Gentle John’s Moving & Storage for moving service and had a great experience. Communication was excellent from booking to completion. Very organized team.
6 people found this helpful
Response from Gentle John’s Moving & Storage
Thank you for choosing us for your moving needs in Portland! We appreciate the kind words and look forward to helping you again.
Service Area
Serves Portland and surrounding areas
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated April 2026