From Manly to Palm Beach, the Northern Beaches is one of the most beautiful places in Sydney to live, and one of the trickiest to move in. Homes are built into hillsides, driveways are steep, streets near the beach are narrow and packed with parked cars, and many family homes are spread over several levels.
Meticulous Removals has been moving Northern Beaches homes for 14 years. We plan the access before moving day, bring the right team for steep blocks and stairs, and treat your belongings as if they were our own.
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Hillside homes and steep driveways In Newport, Avalon, Bilgola, Clontarf and Seaforth, many homes sit high above or well below the street, behind steep driveways or long flights of outdoor stairs. We check where the truck can safely park and how far we need to carry, and we use trolleys, straps and extra hands to move heavy furniture safely up and down slopes.
Multi-level family homes Large homes on several levels mean more stairs inside the house too. We plan which room each piece goes to, protect stairs and banisters, and bring enough movers so the job runs smoothly from the first load to the last.
Narrow streets near the beach Around Manly, Dee Why, Freshwater and Collaroy, beachside streets are narrow and parking is tight, especially on weekends and in summer. We plan the truck position in advance and tell you if a parking permit is worth arranging.
Apartments with small lifts Older apartment blocks in Manly and Dee Why often have small lifts and tight stairwells. We measure large items, dismantle what needs dismantling and book the lift with building management.
Distance from the city The Northern Beaches is a long drive from many parts of Sydney. Good planning means one well-loaded truck instead of multiple trips, which saves you time and money.
Large home with stairs and tricky access, Newport A big family home with stairs and difficult access needs a clear plan: where the truck stands, which items go first, what needs dismantling and how many movers it takes to carry heavy pieces safely. Read the full story.
Hillside home to apartment Many Northern Beaches families downsize from a large hillside house into an apartment in Manly, Dee Why or Mona Vale. We handle the steep driveway and stairs at one end, and the lift booking and building paperwork at the other.
Beachside apartment move Moving in or out of a beachside apartment means narrow streets, tight parking and sometimes a small lift. We plan the truck position and timing around the building so the move runs smoothly.
What our Northern Beaches clients say
"Romain and his team are fabulous. They took care of my furniture and left everything in beautiful order. This included boards that had to be stacked in my garage. Romain was lovely to work with, as respectful with me as he was with my belongings. I recommend his business highly" Rachel, Avalon
"These reviews speak for themselves. Romain and his team provided exceptional service when assisting us with moving out of a property into a new one. They were friendly and polite yet professional and they took such care with our items and worked as quickly as they could. I highly recommend their services and will be using them again" Natalie, Newport
Manly, Fairlight, Balgowlah, Seaforth, Clontarf, Freshwater, Curl Curl, Dee Why, Brookvale, Narrabeen, Collaroy, Cromer, Warriewood, Mona Vale, Newport, Bilgola, Avalon Beach, Whale Beach, Palm Beach, Frenchs Forest, Belrose and surrounding suburbs.
We also move Northern Beaches clients across Sydney and interstate, including Sydney to the Gold Coast and Sydney to Brisbane.
Local moves are charged by the hour, from the time we arrive to the time we finish unloading, plus a 30-minute call-out fee that covers tolls, fuel and travel to and from our base.
| 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. For large hillside homes with lots of stairs, an extra mover often makes the move faster and safer. See our full guide: How Much Do Removalists Cost in Sydney?
Tell us about your move and we will give you a clear quote with no hidden extras.
What if the truck can't get up my driveway? We check access before moving day. If the driveway is too steep or narrow, we park on the street and carry, or use a smaller vehicle to get closer to the house.
My home has lots of stairs. Will that take longer? Yes, stairs add time, especially with heavy furniture. Tell us how many flights there are when you ask for a quote, so we can bring the right team and give you an accurate estimate.
Do you need a parking permit for the truck? Not always. On busy beachside streets, a council parking permit can make moving day much smoother. We'll tell you when we think it's worth arranging.
Can you provide an insurance certificate for my building? Yes. We hold public liability insurance and send the certificate directly to your building manager or strata before moving day.
How far ahead should I book? Weekends and the end of the month fill up first. For those dates, booking 2 to 3 weeks ahead is a good idea. Midweek moves are often available at shorter notice.
What can't you move? We can't connect or disconnect gas appliances, and we can't transport highly flammable items such as gas bottles or propane tanks.
Tell us where you're moving from and to, your moving date, the size of your home and any access details such as driveways, stairs or lifts. A few photos help us plan the right team. We'll come back to you quickly with a clear, no-obligation quote.
Get a Free Quote or call 1300 108 758 (Mon–Sat, 7am–5pm).