Inner Perth – Hire A Mover

What Our Inner Perth Customers Say

4.8

Star rating on google

Matthew Rogan

I had Eberton and the boys move us from Wooloowin to Mitchelton today and highly recommend them. They were extremely professional and respectful of our furniture, they were prompt and…

Ray Gunawan

Jonathan and Julian are my mover today. They both are so great even let me in to their truck. Chatting and teamwork as well is really good with both of…

Stephen Edwards

I’ve just recently moved from my unit to a house. After 25 moves ( I was in the Army) this was the smoothest most professional job I’ve ever had. We…

Warren Jacobson

Booking was simple, Chris, Chris and the entire removal team were super efficient and professional on the day. Nothing was too hard. They disassembled and reassemble everything with precision. They…

G Williams

Highly recommend. Entire process for my recent move was a breeze, from the admin staff to the packers themselves. This was all handled expertly and at very short notice, as…

Danica Chen

I highly recommend hire a mover!!!! Yesterday we started moving at 12:00, two men were very strong and efficient, pushing six 104 liter boxes at a time on a trolley.…

Jay Dickson

Felipe and Daniel were excellent help. My partner had previously used this company and she recommended them for my move. I was very happy with the work they did. All…

Olivia Yu

We used the Brisbane service and the boys were so efficient and friendly and strong! They can life an eggchair by one person, and they know what they are doing.…

Houssein Arbid

I used this company to move staff from Rockdale to Bondi junction and This removalist company is very Professional and has very honest staff, the move on Tuesday was nothing…

Sylvia Pam

My second time using Hire a Mover and I would totally recommend them to anyone, personal or business. Fabulous customer service and reasonable prices. I also love the environmentally conscious…

Claire

This is my third time using Proficient Removals/Hire A Mover, and every time it's 5 star service. Booking with Rubens was easy, and Felipe and Guilherme on the day were…

Juliet

Brilliant. We undertook a large renovation on our house and it involved both internal and external painting. The painting is absolutely faultless and has completely transformed the house. Anthony provided…

Quinlan Semenetz

Just moved places from Croydon to Marrickville in record time. Started at 8am, and all done by 12pm. These guys are unreal. Diego and Gui (I’m sorry if I misspelt…

Nick Taylor

Love these guys. Used them twice now. Quick, safe, reliable and friendly. Good price too. If I move again I'm sticking with them.

Michelle Gnocchi

I was extremely happy with my dealings with Hire a Mover. Excellent communication and the delightful young men from Brazil (forgot names) were brilliant. They were professional, friendly and so…

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Your Local Inner Perth Removalists

Local Expertise Since 2016 · Data sources: ABS Census 2021 · WA Planning · ID Community

The City of Perth and its inner suburbs represent the most complex moving environment in Western Australia. High-rise apartments, CBD loading restrictions, premium riverside properties, and heritage character homes on the city fringe demand a removalist who knows the terrain and plans every access point in advance.

CBD high-rise access

The City of Perth has strict loading dock windows and resident lift booking requirements in most apartment towers. Building managers typically require 48-hour notice, and move windows are often capped at 4 hours. We manage this coordination for you at the quoting stage.

Riverside apartment blocks

South Perth and East Perth’s riverside towers require freight lift coordination, swipe-card access, and parking around the river foreshore. Our teams handle this every week.

Heritage character homes

Subiaco, Mount Lawley, and North Perth are lined with Federation bungalows and interwar character homes — polished jarrah floors, period joinery, and leadlight windows. We bring the right equipment and take the time to protect them.

Premium inner-city properties

The inner suburbs attract some of Perth’s most high-value residential moves. We handle antiques, artwork, and premium furniture as standard practice — not a premium add-on.

180,000

Population

+1.8% p.a.

Annual Growth

+1.1M

Median House Price

32 years

Median Age

Always included with every Sydney move:

✅ 2 professional movers + truck
✅ Furniture blankets & wrapping
✅ Disassembly & reassembly
✅ Goods in Transit insurance/li>
✅ Public Liability insurance
✅ Written upfront quote
✅ No hidden fees — ever

Why Choose Hire A Mover in Inner Perth?

One Point of Contact

A dedicated coordinator handles your move from first quote to final box.

No Hidden Fees

One flat hourly rate. No fuel levies, stair fees, weekend surcharges or back-to-base.

Fully Insured

Goods in Transit and Public Liability insurance on every job, at no extra cost.

7 Days a Week

Same rate every day — including weekends and public holidays.

4.8★ on Google

700+ verified reviews. 42,000+ completed moves since 2012.

Full Service

Moving, packing, boxes, and storage — all under one roof.

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How Hire A Mover Compares in Inner Perth

Feature	Hire A Mover	Budget Operators	Large National Chains
Full-time, permanent staff	✔ Always	✘ Typically casual	Mixed
Written upfront quote	✔ Every booking	✘ Often verbal	Usually
Goods in Transit insurance	✔ Included always	✘ Often excluded	Often a paid add-on
Professional packing service	✔ In-house packers	✘ Rarely offered	Usually subcontracted
One dedicated contact	✔ Personal coordinator	✘ Varies	✘ Call centre model
7-day availability, no surcharge	✔ Same rate every day	Varies	Weekend surcharge common
No hidden fees	✔ Guaranteed in writing	✘ Common complaints	Fuel levies often added
Google rating	✔ 4.8★ · 700+ reviews	Typically 3–4 stars	Varies by franchise

42,000+

Completed Moves Since 2012

4.8★

Google Rating · 700+ Reviews

10+ Years

Serving Perth

$220/hr

2 Men & Truck · Fully Inclusive

10 Tips for a Smooth Inner Perth Move

After thousands of moves through Inner Perth — these are the actions that make the biggest difference on move day.

Book your building’s freight lift at least 48 hours before move day — most City of Perth towers require this.

Request your loading dock window the moment you confirm your move date; slots fill fast in busy towers.

Measure your sofa and wardrobe widths before move day — inner city apartments often have tight corridor corners.

Pack by room with clear labels — this saves significant time when everything passes through a single doorway.

Disassemble large furniture the night before; beds and wardrobes broken down in advance save real money.

Use Hire A Packer the day before your move for fragile items and kitchenware in inner city apartments.

Check body corporate rules — most City of Perth and South Perth apartment blocks have weekday-only move hours.

Book a council parking suspension zone 5–7 days ahead for street properties with no dedicated loading access.

Declutter before your movers arrive — inner Perth storage is limited, and moving only what you need saves money.

Have everything packed and sealed before your movers arrive — it is the single biggest way to control your final cost.

Suburbs We Serve in Inner Perth

We provide removalist services across all suburbs in Inner Perth.

City of Perth & Surrounds

City of PerthEast PerthWest PerthNorthbridge

South of the River

South PerthVictoria ParkComo

Inner North & West

SubiacoMount LawleyNorth PerthLeedervilleVincent

Individual Suburb Pages

City Of Perth South Perth Vincent Subiaco

Moving in Inner Perth: Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions Inner Perth movers actually ask.

How much do removalists cost in Inner Perth?

Inner Perth moves often take longer due to lift access, loading docks, and CBD parking.
Hire A Mover charges $220/hr (2 men) or $300/hr (3 men), billed in 15-minute increments plus a one-off
call-out fee. A 2-bedroom apartment typically runs $800–$1,400 depending on floor level and access.

Do I need to book a loading dock or freight lift?

Yes — most apartment buildings in the City of Perth, South Perth, and East Perth require advance lift or loading dock bookings, typically 48 hours minimum. Some buildings also require a refundable damage deposit. We’ll advise on what you need to arrange when you request your quote.

Are there parking restrictions in the CBD?

Yes — the City of Perth has strict clearway and no-stopping zones. We recommend applying for a council parking suspension zone 5–7 days before your move where no loading dock is available. We can advise on the correct process for your street.

How far ahead should I book in Inner Perth?

3–4 weeks for weekday moves; 5–6 weeks for weekend moves and end-of-month settlement dates. Inner Perth has some of the highest demand in WA — don’t leave it late.

Are there hidden fees?

No. Hire A Mover charges a single hourly rate — no fuel levy, no stair fee, no back-to-base, no weekend surcharge. Our written quote is what you pay.

Do you provide packing services in Inner Perth?

Yes — via Hire A Packer, we provide professional packing and unpacking across all Inner Perth suburbs. Box delivery is available through Hire A Box.