What Our Melville 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 Melville Removalists

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

The City of Melville covers some of Perth’s most desirable southern addresses — Applecross, Ardross, Attadale, and Bicton along the Swan River foreshore, through to the established family streets of Melville and Palmyra. River-facing properties with premium values, large family homes with significant furniture loads, and active settlement activity make Melville one of Perth’s most consistent moving markets.

River foreshore premium properties

Applecross and Attadale’s river-facing homes are among Perth’s most valuable. Antiques, artwork, premium furniture, and large wardrobes are standard items. We handle these as a matter of course on every Melville booking.

Steep driveway grades

Riverside properties in Applecross and Bicton often have steep driveway approaches. We assess gradient and truck positioning at the quoting stage — no on-day surprises.

Large family home volumes

Melville’s established family suburbs contain 4–5 bedroom homes with substantial furniture loads. Our 3-man option is recommended for the largest homes to keep the day efficient.

High settlement volume

Melville is one of Perth’s most active property markets. Month-end settlement dates are particularly busy — booking 5–6 weeks ahead is recommended for end-of-month moves.

105,000
Population

+1.6% p.a.
Annual Growth

$880K
Median House Price

40 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 Melville?

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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 Melville

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 Melville Move

After thousands of moves through Melville — 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 settlement dates — Melville fills up faster than almost any other Perth LGA.

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Photograph river-view properties and high-value items before packing — useful for insurance and placement.

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Book a 3-man team for 4+ bedroom Melville homes — it saves real money at the hourly rate.

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Advise us of driveway grade at the quoting stage for Applecross and Attadale properties.

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Disassemble large furniture the night before — large family homes benefit most from pre-disassembled pieces.

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Pack the garage separately from house contents — Melville garages are often large and add meaningful time.

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Use Hire A Packer for premium and fragile items, particularly for river-view homes with antiques or artwork.

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Confirm settlement day access timing before the truck departs — WA settlements can run late.

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Arrange for children and pets off-site on move day — large homes move faster without interruptions.

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Have everything packed before your movers arrive — the single biggest way to keep your cost predictable.

Suburbs Near Melville

We provide removalist services across all suburbs near Melville.

ApplecrossAttadaleBictonArdrossPalmyraWillageeAlfred CoveMount Pleasant

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

Moving in Melville: Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions Melville movers actually ask.

How much do Melville 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 large 4-bedroom Melville home typically runs $1,320–$2,200 with a 3-man team.

Do you move river-view properties in Applecross and Attadale?
Yes — riverside properties in Applecross, Attadale, and Bicton are common bookings for us. We assess driveway grades and access at the quoting stage so there are no surprises.

How far ahead should I book in Melville?
4–5 weeks for weekday moves; 6 weeks for weekend and end-of-month moves. Melville is one of Perth’s most active property markets.

Do I need a 3-man team?
For most 4+ bedroom Melville homes, yes — it keeps the job efficient and total cost lower. We’ll advise based on your specific property.

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 Melville?
Yes — via Hire A Packer across all Melville suburbs including Applecross, Ardross, Attadale, and Bicton. Box delivery through Hire A Box.

Melville 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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