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Removalists Melbourne
We are Melbourne’s trusted removalists, with Melbourne City Movers recognized as the oldest and most dependable professional moving company in the city, its suburbs, and for interstate relocations. We take pride in offering affordable solutions for all your furniture moving requirements. Our business is registered under the Australian Business Names Act of 1962, focusing on furniture removals and transportation.
Removals & Movers Melbourne Services
Our services cater to a wide range of relocations, from small homes with just a few pieces of furniture to large mansions, both within Melbourne and across state borders. We have the expertise to safely move various items, including pianos, fish tanks, artwork, and antiques.
Recent Moves in Melbourne
Flinders Street
Date : 23 Jan 2021
From : Flinders Lane, Melbourne, VIC 3000 To 815 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Job Details : Moving Medium Size Apartment within Melbourne City with lift access both sides.
Time & Costs of Moving : 4 Hrs move, Total costs were $495 including GST. 2 men with small truck were used.
Date : 23 Sep 2022
From : 27 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, VIC 3000 to 3 Yarra street, South Yarra
Job Details : Packing & Moving 1 bedroom apartment with lift access. Port-a-robe boxes were supplied with the packing materials.
Time & Cost of Moving : 8 Hrs Pack and Move, Total costs were $1506 including GST, 3 men with large truck were used.
Collins Street
Date : 04 Jan 2021
From : 464 Collins st, Melbourne, VIC 3000 To 23 Blackwood st, North Melbourne
Job Details : Moving 2 Bed house within Melbourne City with lift access both sides. Lifts were booked for 1 pm start and our teams started on time and finished within 3 hours.
Time & Costs of Moving : 3 Hrs move, Total costs were $355 including GST. 2 men with small truck were used.
Date : 20 Jan 2021
From : 570 Lygon st, Carlton to 27 Little Collins st, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Job Details : Moving few items over 2 levels of stairs. 2 Men with a 2 ton Van were used.
Time & Cost of Moving : 2 Hrs move, Total costs were $255 including GST.
Bourke Street
Date : 07 Dec 2020
From : 12 Mariott street in St kilda To 668 Bourke Street, Melbourne 3000
Job Details : This was a small house/apartment within Melbourne City with 3 levels of stairs at pickup and lifts at Bourke street. Parking was done at the back of the Bourke street building.
Time & Cost of Moving : It took 5 Hours to complete the move. Total costs were $545 including GST & Stairs. 2 men with small truck were used. It took considerably longer to move for a small house because of stairs and parking distance from the lifts and disassembly and reassembly requirements.
Lonsdale Street
Date : 25 Mar 2021
From : 319 Plummer street in Port Melbourne to 560 Lonsdale street in Melbourne 3000.
Job Details : This was a small house/apartment move from a storage in Port Melbourne to Melbourne City. Truck Parking was at delivery bay on Healeys Lane. The Concierge people guided the removalists and the move went to Plan.
Time & Cost of Moving : 2 men with a truck took 3 hours to move the contents of the storage, total cost was $355 including GST.
La-Trobe Street
Date : 22 Aug 2022
From : 33 Mackenzie street in Melbourne 3000 to 68 Latrobe street in Melbourne 3000.
Job Details : This was a small house/studio apartment move within same block in the city of Melbourne. Items to move were : Queen bed & Mattress, two large potted plants, coffee table, couch, chest of draws, bookcase & washing machine. Public liability Certificate was required by the building management, which was provided upfront to book the lifts. Customer chose to help in the move to save costs so only 1 removalist was hired with a 2 ton Van.
Time & Cost of Moving : 1 Man with a Van took 2 hours to complete this move . The total cost was $300 including GST.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is best time to move, based on moving costs ?
Monday to Thursday are definitely quiet days in moving terms, compared to Fridays and weekends. People prefer Fridays and Weekends because they are free from work and can settle in comfortably after a move.
This high demand creates cost inflation, so its most likely you can get a better deal in moving costs on weekdays rather than a weekend.
School holidays are a mixed batch, as many people move into their holiday homes at the start and move our at the end of holidays, thus making moving companies busy. So probably middle of the school holidays would be a good time to book a move and get a slot easily and possibily with a discount.
Will all my furniture Fit in One truck trip ?
If you are only moving within 5-10 km, one or two trips really does not matter. Obviously 2 trips will take a bit longer in duration, but you will be saving costs using a smaller truck than pay top dollar on a bigger truck. Bigger trucks can sometimes be diffcult to manouver on suburban streets and cars parked along tight roads does not help either.
If time is a critical factor in your move, then it would be best to talk to the moving company and make them understand your requirement, so they send an appropriate truck size.
How accurate are moving teams on the start time ?
We try our best to be on time everytime. Morning or first moving jobs of the day are always on time. Little bit delay because of city traffic or an accident is sometimes un-avoidable.
We schedule our afternoon jobs based on the morning job estimated finish time. But an estimated and an actual move time cannot always match. Most of our morning moves finish well in advance but there is a small possibility that they may go over allowed time, thus delaying afternoon jobs. It is unfortunate but we try to inform our customers accurately and as early as possible, so they can plan their day accordingly.
We have few trucks moving around and can always help if a move cannot be delayed.
Are there extra charges for Stairs ?
Yes there are extra costs for moving furniture up and down the stairs. A standard fee of $40 for each flight of stairs apply. A flight is considered to be around 15 steps. There is no charge for the few steps at the front of the house.
Its undetstandable that some may think this is money grab and costs are on top of the hourly rate. But honestly speaking our removalists would wish to avoid stairs if it was a possibility. Moving over stairs is a huge burden on the body and tires them very quickly and reduces their capacity to work long hours.
The stair costs that we charge belong to the removals crew as a tip for their hard work, there is no company margin in these prices.
What happens if it rains on my moving day ?
Melbourne weather is very unpredictable and even most reliable weather forecast can be way out in accuracy. In general most of the removal bookings are made well in advance without considering the weather forecase.
In actual it rarely rains for hours and there are rain breaks in which loading and unloading can take place. There are ways to avoid rain. Trucks can be reverse parked near the garage, with the moving ramps going under cover so the furniture is not in the open. Moving blankets are wraped around items to protect them from water. Our removalists will check the Bureau of Metrology weather radars during rain and can plan their breaks accordingly so the customers are not at a financial disadvantage.
There is no other way but to wait in heavy rain, and the cost of the move will be higher because of added time. Moving in the rain is risky and surfaces can become slip hazard . The other scheduled moves that follow will be delayed too. Its not ideal for us or our customers but rain cannot be avoided.
How to Pack a Truck ? Loading sequence ?
Typically all furniture items have to be secured so they do not rattle or fall during transportation, so the trick is not to leave any gaps in between items.
A Flat wall at the back of the truck is suitable to stack all the boxes on top of each other. A King / Queen Mattress is then placed in front of the stacked boxes to secure them.
The bigger furnture items like the couches , tables , applicances etc are then placed against the mattress. Couces are best placed on their sides and upright if possible, in this way there is no wasted space. Ropes / Straps can be used to tightly secure the bigger items.
Is it cost extra for additional stops along the way?
Normally there is no extra cost for additional local pickups or drop offs. But if a stop is on the other side of town or in rural victoria, then additional fuel / return travel charges may apply.
Also its for the best to advise the moving teams at the start so they can load the relevant items at the rear of the truck, so they can be easily removed.
Will it be cheaper if I Hire a truck and move myself ?
Hiring / renting even a small truck costs around $300 a day and probably more on busy days like the weekends. Plus to justify the renting costs , you have to move your furniture yourself without proper tools, loading ramps and trolleys. On top you have to drive anxiously, because even a no fault accident can lead to thousands of dollars in excess charges.
So in summary if your willing to take the risks and have the manpower to do the move, then yes it will definitely save you costs.
About our Melbourne Removalists :
We are a family-owned removalist business with two generations of experience. At Melbourne City Movers, we have developed extensive expertise in piano and furniture removals, allowing us to execute your house moving plans professionally. Our dedicated and skilled moving team is the foundation of our company. Additionally, we utilize top-notch furniture moving equipment and tools to ensure our customers are completely satisfied.
Removals Training : All our teams of Removalists undergoes extensive training, positioning them among the top professionals in the furniture removal industry. No job is too large or too small for our skilled crews. We have successfully tackled challenging moving tasks, such as relocating heavy concrete outdoor tables, commercial kitchen equipment, and bulky cabinets through tight staircases. Additionally, our competitive pricing caters to a wide range of moving requirements. In summary, we are undoubtedly the best choice for both local and interstate moves in Melbourne.
Our Moving Work & Ethics: We take pride in our expert moving services and high-quality packing, which set us apart in the industry. This commitment has led to a loyal customer base, with many clients returning to us for their relocation needs. Moving furniture is a skill that requires both experience and dedication, and without these qualities, it’s challenging to thrive in the furniture removal and moving business.
Our long-standing history as Removalists in Melbourne speaks to our dedication and hard work. Unlike some companies, we do not manipulate our customer reviews on Google; they are genuine reflections of our service. We stand by our quality and experience, confident in what we do.
In summary, whether you’re relocating within Melbourne City, the suburbs, across Victoria, or even interstate, our Melbourne Removalists are here to assist you with all your furniture moving, packing, and removal requirements.
Range of Furniture Removals Vehicles
We have range of options suitable for your everyday Moving needs in Melbourne.
- From Smallest Van to the largest Truck
- From 1 man to 3 men
Hourly Rate / Other Van Options
Our Business Aim
- To offer a high-quality furniture removals service in Melbourne that is both affordable and professional.
- Cutting-edge moving equipment combined with a dedicated work ethic.
- Deep respect for our clients and their possessions.
- Aspire to be the leading house moving company in Melbourne while continuously growing our loyal customer base each year.
Most Noteworthy : Our Melbourne Movers are at your service every day of the week for all your moving requirements. If you’re seeking the most reliable and affordable removalists in Melbourne, get in touch with the experts at Melbourne City Movers today.
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