Moving is never a fun job, but with the right information and a little bit of planning, you can move with ease. Start with using a quality removalist, so that your prized possessions end up in your new home safe and sound.

While the idea of moving all of your gear yourself might sound like a cheaper option, the cost of moving, including packing materials might be cheaper than you think.

What is the cost of moving everything in my house?

The cost of moving will vary based on each and every local removalist. The amount charged is based on a range of factors including experience, insurance and much more.

As a gauge, we have outlined the costs you might expect to pay come moving day for a removalist company:

• Rate per hour for removalists – $100 to $125 per hour (2 movers required as a minimum)
• Rate for a small 1-bed apartment using 2 movers – expect $250 to $450
• Rate for 2-bed apartment using 4 movers – expect to pay $400 to $600
• Rate for 3-bed house using 4 movers – expect to pay $500 to $750
• Rate for 4-bed house using 4 movers – $600 to $800+

Bear in mind that there are minimum rates for house removalists and they usually start at 2 hours minimum.

The rates would need to factor in if you are living in a 1 level or multilevel property, the location, and ease of access. If the property is difficult to access, you might need a crane to lift heavy and difficult to access items, which would add additional expense to your move. This too would need to be done by a professional home removalist.

It is difficult to estimate the cost of a removalist for your moving day and the expense would vary depending on a wide range of elements. A quote is the best way to get a firm price ahead of your home move.

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What’s included in a house move by removalist companies?

Basically, your home removal specialist will move all of the belongings in your home including boxes, furniture and any unfixed item you would like for you at your new property.

This may include BBQ’s, trampolines, beds, tallboy units, toys, and just about anything in between – they can even move your piano for you using specialist piano removal professionals.

Keep in mind although you might believe you only have a couple of things to move, when calling a home removalist service, you will usually be subject to a set number of minimum hours. This is for them to make the job worth the while of the team involved.

Often you can get a cheaper rate for your moving if you move your home mid-week. Another option is to pick an off-peak time, provided the company you have chosen isn’t as busy. If you are flexible with your move day or time, be sure to let the company know and you might be able to get a cheaper hourly rate.

I just want to move some furniture to storage, can I use home removalists for this?

Many people move out of their home and don’t have a property to move into – they need to store their belongings for a set period of time in between properties.

Home removal specialists often will have space to store a truckload of furniture and goods at their premises. If they don’t have space, they can move the gear into one of their recommended suppliers.

Have a chat with your local home removal expert when you arrange a quote to find out more about the process involved for storage.

Packing tips for your big move

Some of the simplest ways to save time and money in your moving fees are to dismantle any furniture ahead of time yourself, so you don’t have your removalist team working on an hourly rate doing this for you.

By dismantling things yourself, you will also be able to ensure any nuts, bolts and items are in a safe place and don’t get left behind in the stress of the move.

You should also be sure to secure or tape down anything that is loose, including cords and anything electrical, to ensure goods are safe in the move.

Another great tip – use butchers paper to wrap glassware and crockery rather than newspapers to ensure they all arrive clean. Be sure also to label and tape everything securely to make your life a little bit easier at the other end of the move into your new property.

What sort of packing materials will I need?

Things you will need for your move including boxes, packing tape, paper to wrap glassware and platters and more. You should also arrange markers so you can label each box to make it easier at the other end of the move.

Bubble wrap is also a great idea for packing your treasured items including glass vases and photo frames that need to be protected from the impact of the move.

It is important to remember that if the property is a rental, you will also likely need a bond clean when you move out. Check with your removals company if they have any reliable contacts for bond cleaning to ensure you leave your property in pristine condition.

When you do move, don’t run the risk of packing too much in one box or crate, but focus on only packing lightly so that each and every box will arrive in a safe condition.

To find out more, get in touch with a local home removal company to get a detailed quote to suit your needs.