What Our South Eastern 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 South Eastern Sydney Removalists
South Eastern Sydney
runs from the airport corridor through the St George area to the Georges River. It’s one of Sydney’s most consistently active moving markets — driven by strong apartment development, interstate arrivals, and family upgrading within the suburb belt.
House Price
Data sources: ABS Census 2021 · NSW Planning · ID Community
Airport corridor activity
The Mascot-Arncliffe-Rockdale corridor sees constant movement driven by short-term
rentals converting to long-term leases and airport workers relocating.
Hurstville apartment growth
Hurstville has experienced significant high-rise development. Apartment moves here
require the same access planning as inner-city buildings.
Brighton & Ramsgate coastal movers
The Brighton-Le-Sands beachfront attracts lifestyle movers from the Inner West and
CBD. These are often larger moves with premium contents.
Strong interstate arrival volumes
The St George area is a top destination for Victorian and Queensland interstate
arrivals. Many arrive without local knowledge — we’ve helped thousands get settled.
Why Choose Hire A Mover in South Eastern Sydney?
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.
How Hire A Mover Compares in South Eastern Sydney
The details matter when choosing a removalist. Here’s how we compare on what customers care
about most.
| 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 |
| Box supply & delivery | ✔ Hire or buy, delivered | ✘ Not available | Sometimes |
| 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 |
The Trusted Option for South Eastern Sydney Moves
Based in Sydney, we run dedicated crews through South Eastern Sydney every day.
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10 Tips for a Smooth South Eastern Sydney Move
After thousands of moves through South Eastern Sydney — these are the actions that make the biggest difference on move day.
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Book Hurstville apartment lifts in advance
Hurstville high-rise buildings require advance lift and dock bookings. Treat this the same as a CBD apartment move.
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Plan around airport traffic on the M5
Moves heading into or out of the airport corridor are affected by M5 traffic. Schedule start times to avoid 8–9am peak.
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Book early for end-of-month dates
South Eastern Sydney has high rental density — lease endings cluster at month-end and removal slots fill fast.
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Label boxes by room for apartment moves
Apartment living means little buffer space during a move. Clear room labels get items into the right place first time.
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Consider a mid-week move for beachfront propertiesBrighton-Le-Sands beachfront parking is noticeably easier on weekdays than weekends.
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Use a 3-person team for large St George homes
4+ bedroom homes in Hurstville and Penshurst are faster and safer with a 3-person crew.
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Declutter before you move
South Eastern Sydney apartments tend to accumulate. Moving only what you need saves real money at $220–$280/hr.
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Update your address 2–3 weeks before moving
NSW Roads, Medicare, and school enrolments all need updating. Do this before your move date to avoid gaps in service.
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Have everything packed before your start time
The single biggest cause of moves running over. Every box sealed and labelled before your start time keeps the job on budget.
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Use Hire A Box for delivered moving boxes
Hire A Box delivers flat-packed boxes to any South Eastern Sydney address. No need to source boxes from supermarkets.
Suburbs We Serve in South Eastern Sydney
We provide removalist services across all suburbs in South Eastern Sydney.
Kogarah & Rockdale
Coastal suburb belt with strong apartment density and beachside lifestyle movers. Loading dock and lift access planning is standard for high-rise apartments in this corridor.
Hurstville & Surrounds
St George’s main commercial hub with a mix of apartment towers and family homes. High rental turnover and strong interstate arrival volumes.
Bexley & Arncliffe
Established residential suburbs with older housing stock and good family home density. Straightforward street access and strong owner-occupier movement.
Moving in South Eastern Sydney: Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions South Eastern Sydney movers actually ask.
Hire A Mover charges $220/hr (2 men) or $280/hr (3 men) plus a one-off call-out fee. A 2-bedroom apartment in Hurstville or Kogarah typically costs $900–$1,500 depending on floor level and access.
| Home Size | Typical Cost | Est. Time |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom | $660–$1,100 | 3–5 hrs |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,100–$1,980 | 5–7 hrs |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,760–$3,080 | 8–11 hrs |
| 5 Bedroom+ | $2,800–$4,400 | 10–14 hrs |
Similar requirements — advance lift bookings, dock access coordination, and often body corporate approval for large moves. We manage all of this when you book.
2–3 weeks for mid-week moves, 4–5 weeks for weekends and end-of-month settlement dates.
No — Hire A Mover charges a single flat hourly rate with no hidden fees. No fuel levy, no stair fee, no back-to-base, no weekend surcharge.
| Fee Type | Others Charge | Hire A Mover |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel levy | $30–$80 | Not charged |
| Back-to-base | 30–60 min extra | Not charged |
| Stair fee | $25–$50/flight | Not charged |
| Weekend surcharge | 10–20% | Not charged |
Parking near beachfront properties can be challenging, especially on weekends. We recommend council parking permits for any beachfront move. We’ll advise on this when you request a quote.
Yes — Hire A Box delivers boxes across the area, and Hire A Packer provides professional packing services. Both can be booked with your removal for a complete service.
Yes — we cover the full area from Mascot and Arncliffe through to Hurstville, Kogarah, and Sans Souci.
Yes — same flat hourly rate 7 days a week, no weekend surcharge.
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