What Our Canning Customers Say

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…

Your Local Canning Removalists

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

The City of Canning is Perth’s family suburb heartland — Cannington, Bentley, Wilson, Riverton, and surrounding areas dominated by brick family homes on generous lots. High residential turnover, consistent settlement activity, and large furniture volumes make Canning one of Perth’s most active removalist markets.

Large brick family homes

Canning’s housing stock is predominantly 3–4 bedroom brick homes with full furniture loads, large gardens, and substantial garages. High-volume moves are the norm here. Our 3-man option handles the biggest jobs efficiently.

Long driveways and rear access

Many Canning properties have long driveways or rear access via laneways. We assess carry distance at the quoting stage and price accurately — no surprises after the job.

High month-end settlement volume

Canning consistently ranks among Perth’s busiest for end-of-month settlements. Weekend and month-end slots fill 5–6 weeks out during peak season. Book early.

Cannington commercial corridor

Properties near Albany Highway and the Cannington commercial precinct face clearways and busy street access. We plan start times to avoid peak-hour restrictions.

85,000
Population

+1.4% p.a.
Annual Growth

$760K
Median House Price

38 years
Median Age

Always included:

  • ✅  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 Canning?

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One Point of Contact

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

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No Hidden Fees

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

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Fully Insured

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

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7 Days a Week

Same rate every day — including weekends and public holidays.

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4.8★ on Google

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

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Full Service

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

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How Hire A Mover Compares in Canning

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 Canning Move

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

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Book 5–6 weeks ahead for end-of-month Canning settlement moves — this is Perth’s busiest settlement corridor.

2

Photograph driveway access and any tight entry points when requesting your quote.

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Book a 3-man team for 4+ bedroom homes — Canning’s family homes are high-volume jobs.

4

Pack the garage and shed separately from house contents — often adds 1–2 hours if not planned for.

5

Disassemble large furniture the night before to save real time on move day.

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Arrange for children and pets to be off-site — large family homes move significantly faster without interruptions.

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Use Hire A Packer the day before for kitchens and fragile items.

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Confirm your new address access on settlement day before the truck departs.

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Pack by room with clear labels — large family homes benefit especially from clear organisation.

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Have everything packed and sealed before your movers arrive — the single biggest time and cost saver.

Suburbs Near Canning

We provide removalist services across all suburbs near Canning.

CanningtonBentleyWilsonRivertonLynwoodLangfordParkwoodSt James

Also see the Southern Suburbs Perth area page for the full list of suburbs we cover in this region.

Moving in Canning: Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions Canning movers actually ask.

How much do Canning removalists cost?
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 4-bedroom Canning family home typically runs $1,320–$2,200 with a 3-man team.

Do I need a 3-man team for a Canning family home?
For 4-bedroom homes, yes — it keeps the day efficient and total cost lower. We’ll advise when you request a quote.

How far ahead should I book in Canning?
3–4 weeks for weekday moves; 5–6 weeks for weekend and end-of-month moves. Canning is one of WA’s highest-volume settlement areas.

Are there parking or access issues near Albany Highway?
Yes — Albany Highway has timed clearways during peak hours. We plan truck arrival before 7am or after 9am for properties near the highway, or arrange council loading zones.

Are there hidden fees?
No. One flat hourly rate — no fuel levy, no stair fee, no back-to-base, no weekend surcharge.

Do you provide packing services in Canning?
Yes — via Hire A Packer across all Canning suburbs. Box delivery through Hire A Box.

Canning Moving Risks — What to Watch Out For

These are the situations that cause the most stress on move day — all avoidable with the right planning.

Uninsured operators

Some budget companies carry no Goods in Transit cover

Hidden fees

Fuel levies, toll charges and back-to-base time added after the quote

No written quote

Verbal-only quotes leave you with no recourse if costs change

Last-minute cancellations

Casual-labour operators cancel when better-paying work comes in

Inexperienced crews

Untrained staff take longer and risk damage to your belongings

Access unfamiliarity

Removalists unfamiliar with your area create costly delays

✓ Hire A Mover charges none of the above — one flat hourly rate, fully inclusive, in writing before your move.

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