Moving house in Sydney and wondering what removalists actually cost? Many companies won't put a number on their website. We think you should know what to expect before you call, so here are our real rates, real price examples and the things that make a move take longer.
Our hourly rates in Sydney
Local moves in Sydney are charged by the hour, from the time we arrive at your pick-up address to the time we finish unloading.
| Team | Hourly rate (GST included) |
|---|---|
| 2 movers and a truck | $180 per hour |
| 3 movers and a truck | $270 per hour |
| Each extra mover | $80 per hour |
There is a 2-hour minimum, plus a 30-minute call-out fee that covers tolls, fuel and the truck's travel to your pick-up address and back to our base from your delivery address.
The hourly rate includes the truck, moving blankets, straps, trolleys, and dismantling and reassembling standard furniture. Mattress and sofa protective covers are available for $20 each.
How much will my move cost?
Every move is different, but these are the typical time ranges we see in Sydney, and what they cost with our rates (call-out fee included):
| Home size | Typical time | Typical team | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom apartment | 2 to 4 hours | 2 movers | $450 to $810 |
| 2 bedroom apartment or house | 4 to 6 hours | 2 movers | $810 to $1,170 |
| 3+ bedroom house | 6 to 8 hours or more | 3 movers | $1,755 to $2,295 or more |
How we calculate it: a 2 bedroom move taking 5 hours with 2 movers costs 5 × $180 = $900, plus the 30-minute call-out ($90), for a total of $990, GST not included.
These are estimates, not quotes. Your actual time depends on the factors below, which is why we always ask a few questions before quoting.
What makes a move take longer?
Two homes with the same number of bedrooms can take very different amounts of time. The main factors are:
- Parking for the truck. If we can park right outside, every trip is short. If the nearest spot is down the street, every item is carried further, dozens of times.
- Access. Long driveways, narrow hallways and tight corners slow things down.
- Lifts. A booked service lift is quick. Sharing a small lift with residents means waiting on every trip.
- Stairs. Each flight of stairs adds time, especially with heavy furniture. Terraces in the Inner West and Eastern Suburbs and hillside homes on the North Shore are good examples.
- Dismantling and reassembly. Beds, wardrobes, desks and tables that need to come apart and go back together take extra time at both ends.
- Fragile and valuable items. Artwork, mirrors, glass tables and antiques need extra wrapping and protection.
- Heavy or awkward items. Fridges, washing machines, solid timber furniture and oversized sofas take more people and more care.
When to add an extra mover
For large homes, lots of stairs or very heavy items, an extra mover at $80 per hour often pays for itself: the move goes faster, and nobody is carrying a fridge up a staircase short-handed. We'll recommend the right team size when we quote.
How to keep the cost down
- Be fully packed before we arrive, with boxes taped and labelled.
- Book the lift at both addresses, if you're in an apartment.
- Keep a parking spot free as close as possible to the entrance.
- Empty drawers and wardrobes so furniture is lighter and quicker to carry.
- Tell us everything when you ask for a quote: stairs, lifts, parking, large or fragile items. Photos help a lot.
- Consider a midweek move if your dates are flexible.
What about packing?
If you'd rather not pack yourself, we offer a packing service. Packing time is charged at the same hourly rate, and the packing materials are included in the service.
Moving on the Gold Coast or in Brisbane?
This guide covers our Sydney rates. We also move homes and apartments on the Gold Coast and in Brisbane. Contact us for a quote in those areas.
Get an accurate quote for your Sydney move
Send us your pick-up and delivery suburbs, your moving date, the size of your home and a few photos, and let us know about stairs, lifts and parking. We'll give you a clear quote with no hidden extras.
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