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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Love these guys. Used them twice now. Quick, safe, reliable and friendly. Good price too. If I move again I'm sticking with them.
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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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Thank you Joan V, Joan P and Marlon for making our move today so easy. On time, professional, efficient, careful and value for money. We could do ask any more!…
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A moving truck with two experienced removalists (depending on your move size) will arrive to pick up and transport your belongings with care.
Simply fill out our enquiry form and receive a quick response via email. You can also chat with our experienced move managers who will explain our process clearly and address any questions or concerns you may have.
Our experienced customer service team knows Sydney back-to-front. We're available to help at every step of your move.
Your items will be wrapped in heavy-duty moving blankets, following industry best practices to help prevent damage during transit.
Every move includes full loading and unloading of the removal truck. Packing services are also available for an additional fee.
Fully insured for your peace of mind and property protection.
We’re committed to simple, upfront pricing—no hidden fees, just transparency you can trust.
Sydney is one of the most complex cities in Australia for removalists. With 5.3 million people across 658 suburbs — from CBD apartment towers in Pyrmont and Zetland to large family homes in the Upper North Shore and Hills Shire — no two Sydney moves are the same.
Inner-city Sydney removalists face strict body corporate loading dock windows, no-stopping zones, and stairwells that add hours to a move if not planned correctly. Eastern Suburbs movers navigate heritage terraces with irreplaceable floors. Western Sydney removalists deal with longer travel distances. Northern Beaches moves require careful truck access planning on narrow coastal streets.
As Sydney's most experienced removalists, we've completed over 42,000 moves across NSW, VIC and QLD since 2012. Whether you're looking for removalists in Sydney CBD, North Shore removalists, Eastern Suburbs movers, or Western Sydney removalists — our local teams cover every corner of the city.
Not all Sydney removalists are equal. Hire A Mover is the only fully integrated relocation service in Sydney — covering boxes, packing, moving and storage under one roof. Here's what makes our Sydney movers different.
Our Sydney movers are permanently employed — not casual labour sourced the morning of your move. They arrive trained, prepared, and invested in doing the job well.
From first quote to final placement, you deal with one dedicated coordinator. No being bounced between booking teams and a driver who doesn't know the plan. Total accountability.
Every Sydney move gets a written quote before confirmation. Fixed hourly rates — no surprise surcharges on the day, no hidden insurance add-ons. What you're quoted is what you pay.
Boxes delivered to your Sydney door. In-house Sydney packers. Storage pods direct from the truck. Everything coordinated in-house — one company, one invoice.
Every Sydney move is covered by Goods in Transit and Public Liability Insurance — included in your hourly rate. Your belongings and your property are protected from arrival to completion.
We operate 7 days a week at the same rate — no weekend surcharge. Sydney removalist bookings available on weekends and at short notice when scheduling allows.
Every region of Sydney comes with its own moving challenges. Our Sydney movers know them all — from CBD loading docks to Northern Beaches parking to Hills Shire high-volume homes.
Sydney CBD removalists face strict lift booking windows, loading dock time limits, and no-stopping zones. Our movers contact building management before every CBD move to lock in access.
Eastern Suburbs removalists navigate heritage terraces, narrow laneways, and high-value contents daily. Careful handling and pre-move access planning is standard for every Eastern Suburbs move.
Lower North Shore movers handle elevated properties and steep driveways daily. Over 52% of Lower North Shore dwellings are apartments — stair carries are a regular part of every job.
Upper North Shore removalists typically handle large family homes with high furniture volume. 4–5 bedroom homes are common — we recommend 3 movers to maintain pace on most Upper North Shore jobs.
Northern Beaches movers see high rental turnover and regular peninsula relocations. Parking access varies — some beachside streets require shuttle loading. Planned in advance on every job.
Inner West removalists work with character terraces, narrow streets, and limited off-street parking daily. Long carry distances from door to truck are common — our movers are trained for this.
High-density growth corridor with new-build high-rises. Our South-Eastern Sydney removalists coordinate elevator access and building codes in advance for every move.
Hills Shire removalists handle large modern homes on Sydney's north-western fringe. High-volume moves are the norm. Our Hills District movers are locally based — no CBD travel rates.
Sydney's fastest-growing residential corridor. Our Western Sydney removalists operate locally across Parramatta, Penrith, and Liverpool — covering established homes and new estates.
Sydney removalist rates billed hourly in 15-minute increments. A one-off call-out fee covers travel to your Sydney location. All prices include GST. No hidden fees on the day.
| Sydney Home Size | Estimated Time | Estimated Total (incl. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 Bedroom | 2–4 hours | $500 – $900 |
| 2 Bedroom | 4–6 hours | $900 – $1,300 |
| 3 Bedroom | 5–8 hours | $1,430 – $2,210 |
| 4 Bedroom | 7–10 hours | $1,950 – $2,730 |
| 5+ Bedroom | 10–14 hours | $2,730+ |
| Estimates vary by access (stairs/lifts), parking, volume, and distance. View full Sydney removalist pricing → | ||
Sarah completed a move in Artarmon in 5 hours for $550.00 David completed a move in Gordon in 8 hours for $850.00 Paul completed a move in St Leonards in 4.5 hours for $800.00 Cassie completed a move in Moore Park in 6.25 hours for $1755.00 Rey completed a move in Rosehill in 4 hours for $900.00 Craig completed a move in Mosman in 2 hours for $600.00 Mary completed a move in Colyton in 2 hours for $600.00 Lisa completed a move in Bellevue Hill in 7.5 hours for $2000 Adam completed a move in Marsden Park in 5 hours for $750 Felicity completed a move in Mascot in 3 hours for $650 Dejan completed a move in Dolls Point in 17 hours for $4830 Kendrew completed a move in Zetland in 2 hours for $400 Andrew completed a move in West Ryde in 4 hours for $720 Rita completed a move in Mosman in 15 hours for $3900 Bethan completed a move in Newtown in 6 hours for $1200 Monique completed a move in Double Bay in 4 hours for $800 Gregory completed a move in Matraville in 6.5 hours for $1592 Lachlan completed a move in Manly in 3.5 hours for $700 Paul completed a move in Rosebery in 9 hours for $1350 Lauren completed a move in Castle Hill in 11.5 hours for $2300 Sarah completed a move in Redfern in 9 hours for $1800 Belinda completed a move in Randwick in 14 hours for $3705 Anna completed a move in Hurlstone Park in 12 hours for $2400 Jeremy completed a move in St James in 2.5 hours for $500 Cassie completed a move in Coogee in 6.25 hours for $1625 Nicholas completed a move in Windsor in 2.5 hours for $500 Aniket completed a move in Redfern in 8 hours for $1520 Mauricio completed a move in Wolli Creek in 10.5 hours for $2100 Shannon completed a move in Clovelly in 11.5 hours for $2300 Harrison completed a move in Cronulla in 6 hours for $1200 Mary completed a move in Westmead in 4 hours for $800 Lisa completed a move in Bellevue Hill in 7.5 hours for $1950 Danny completed a move in St Leonards in 6.75 hours for $1755 Michelle completed a move in Kensington in 4.5 hours for $1170 Marina completed a move in Mosman in 9 hours for $1800 Rey completed a move in Rosehill in 8 hours for $1600 Nick completed a move in Epping in 12.75 hours for $3315 Phoebe completed a move in Rushcutters Bay in 3.75 hours for $750 Nicholas completed a move in Moore Park in 18 hours for $7200 Donna completed a move in Redfern in 6 hours for $1080 Camila completed a move in Coogee in 8 hours for $1600 Mary completed a move in Burwood in 3 hours for $780 David completed a move in Burwood in 4 hours for $720 Vlad completed a move in Manly Vale in 5 hours for $1300 Peter completed a move in Newtown in 12 hours for $2400 Pippa completed a move in Abbotsbury in 6 hours for $1560 Elissa completed a move in North Sydney in 6.75 hours for $1755 Adam completed a move in Merrylands West in 4 hours for $800 Hamad completed a move in Waterloo in 6 hours for $1200 Rohan completed a move in Bella Vista in 6 hours for $1200 Gabrielle completed a move in Allambie Heights in 16.5 hours for $4290 Emma completed a move in Alexandria in 5.5 hours for $1100 Ainsley completed a move in Wollongong in 7.5 hours for $1500 May completed a move in Telopea in 8 hours for $1600 Ari completed a move in Cheltenham in 8.5 hours for $2210 Matthew completed a move in Kirrawee in 4 hours for $800 Sivakumar completed a move in Menai in 11.5 hours for $2300 Andriy completed a move in Blakehurst in 11.5 hours for $2300 When choosing Sydney movers, the details matter. Here's how we compare across the things Sydney customers tell us they care about most.
| Feature | Hire A Mover Sydney | Budget Sydney Removalists | Large National Chains |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time, permanent staff | ✔ Always | ✘ Typically casual labour | Mixed — varies by city |
| Written upfront quote | ✔ Every Sydney booking | ✘ Often verbal only | ✔ Usually yes |
| Goods in Transit insurance | ✔ Included always | ✘ Often excluded | Often a paid add-on |
| Professional packing service | ✔ In-house Sydney packers | ✘ Rarely offered | ✔ Usually subcontracted |
| Box supply & delivery | ✔ Hire or buy, delivered to you | ✘ Not available | Sometimes available |
| Storage direct from truck | ✔ From $220/month, Rosebery | ✘ Not available | Separate booking required |
| 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 customer complaints | Fuel levies often added |
| Google rating | ✔ 4.8★ · 700+ reviews | Typically 3–4 stars | Varies by franchise |
We are Australia's leading full-service relocation moving company, here to manage as much—or as little—of your move as you need. Your belongings aren't just objects; they hold both personal and financial value. What matters to you matters to us.
Moving is more than just getting from Point A to Point B—it's about ensuring every detail is handled with care, so nothing goes wrong along the way. With over 42,000 happy customers in the past 10 years, our experience speaks for itself.
We pride ourselves on offering clear, upfront pricing with no hidden fees. Our professional, friendly Sydney removalists are fully trained to handle your belongings with care, ensuring everything arrives safely at your new home. We're available 7 days a week with flexible scheduling options, including weekends to suit your busy lifestyle. Plus, we're fully insured to protect both your belongings and your property.
One single point of contact
Affordable rates without hidden fees
Reliable, professional, and friendly removalists
7 days a week availability with flexible hours
Experienced office staff to guide and assist you
100% insured to protect you and your property
With boxes and packing equipment to hire or buy, plus delivery to and pick-up from your home, packing is easier than ever.
In fact, you don’t have to pack at all! Our experienced home packers are happy to do the work for you and eliminate the time, stress, and energy so you can focus on other things.
Our friendly Sydney-based movers are guaranteed to be on time, arriving at your door at a time of your choosing.
Our team can carry your possessions with the strength of a beast but load them securely and safely with the delicacy of a beauty for transport in our truck.
Whether we’re putting your items in storage or delicately unloading them in a brand-new home, we’ll make sure your possessions arrive in perfect condition.
We might be called Hire A Mover, but we do a lot more! Our team will quickly unpack your belongings if you so choose for ultimate convenient relocation service in the country.
Need a thing or two safely stored for the short or long term? We can take your items directly to our storage facility in Rosebery for a safe and cost-effective storage solution.
After 42,000 moves, our removalists know what causes delays and what keeps things running on time. These are the highest-impact actions you can take before your Sydney move day.
Sydney moving teams book out fast — especially on Fridays during peak periods (Jan–Mar and Sep–Nov). Lock in your movers the moment your settlement date is known.
Sydney apartments commonly have loading dock booking requirements, lift lock-off times, and restricted moving hours. Confirm with your building manager at least one week out.
Every box you don't move saves time and money. Go room by room before packing and set aside items for donation. Less volume means fewer loads and a shorter move day.
"Kitchen — pots and pans" is far more useful than "Kitchen." It speeds up unloading and prevents your Sydney removalists putting items in the wrong room.
In inner-city Sydney, parking for a removal truck is a common source of delays. Contact your local council 5–7 days before your move to arrange a temporary no-parking zone.
Keep toilet paper, phone charger, a change of clothes, kettle, and medications in a bag that travels in your car — not the truck. You'll want these before the Sydney boxes are unpacked.
Bed frames, bookcases and flat-pack wardrobes are faster and safer to move disassembled. Breaking them down the evening before saves significant time for your Sydney removalists.
Australia Post, the ATO, Medicare, your bank and your children's schools all need updating. Do this at least two weeks before your Sydney move to avoid correspondence gaps.
Take photos of the back of your TV and computer setup before removing cables. Reconnecting at your new Sydney address will be significantly faster as a result.
The single biggest cause of a Sydney move running over time is boxes not being packed when removalists arrive. Have everything boxed, sealed, and labelled before your start time.
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Local knowledge from 10+ years and thousands of jobs — covering what movers cost, how parking works, apartment lift access, what to watch for in a moving company, and how to plan your move.
Hire A Mover are Sydney removalists charging $220/hr for a 2-person team with a truck and $280/hr for a 3-person team, billed in 15-minute increments. All prices include GST, tolls, insurance and furniture disassembly — no fuel levies, no stair fees, no back-to-base charges. Typical costs: 1-bedroom move $400–$700, 2-bedroom $700–$1,200, 3-bedroom $1,200–$2,200, 4-bedroom $1,800–$3,200.
Sydney moves take longer than most Australian cities due to traffic congestion, toll routes, apartment lift wait times and limited truck access near inner-city properties. Most strata apartment buildings require the goods lift booked at least 14 days in advance, lift padding installed before loading, weekday-only moves (9am–5pm), and a removalist certificate of currency for public liability insurance.
For timing: book 2–3 weeks ahead for a weekday, 4–6 weeks for a Saturday or end-of-month date, and 6–8 weeks ahead during December–February peak season. All Sydney tolls — Harbour Bridge, Harbour Tunnel, M2, M7, NorthConnex, Cross City Tunnel and Eastern Distributor — are included in the hourly rate.
Estimates vary by access, stairs, distance and volume. No fuel levy · No stair fees · No back-to-base charge.
Most Sydney removalists charge between $160 and $260 per hour for a two-person team with a truck. The most common rate for a reputable, fully insured company is around $220/hr inc. GST.
| Home Size | Typical Cost | Estimated Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $400–$700 | 2–4 hrs |
| 2 Bedroom | $700–$1,200 | 4–6 hrs |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,200–$2,200 | 5–8 hrs |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,800–$3,200 | 7–10 hrs |
Staff: Some budget operators use cash-in-hand labour without employment contracts, training or background checks.
Insurance: Many carry minimal transit insurance or none — if your belongings are damaged you may have no recourse.
Equipment: Worn straps, faulty trolleys and poorly maintained trucks increase damage risk and mid-job breakdowns.
Hidden fees: Fuel levies ($30–$80), stair fees ($50–$150) and long-carry fees mean the cheap quote often ends up costing more.
In most cases it's not an issue. The majority of jobs — Eastern Suburbs, Inner West, North Shore, Surry Hills, Newtown, Glebe — have a driveway, loading bay or usable street spot close enough to work from.
In the rare situation where there's genuinely no legal parking, we'll discuss the options. Parking further away adds carry time — at an hourly rate that typically costs more than a parking fine. We'll ask whether you're comfortable covering a fine to keep the job moving. The call is always yours.
Yes — most strata apartment buildings require the goods lift booked at least 3–14 days before moving. Under NSW strata legislation, many buildings require a minimum 14 days' notice. This applies across Sydney CBD, North Sydney, Parramatta, Chatswood, Mascot, Zetland and Green Square.
Buildings typically require: lift padding installed before loading; moves restricted to 9am–5pm weekdays only; and a certificate of currency for public liability insurance.
Sydney moves run longer than Melbourne or Brisbane due to traffic, apartment lift times and limited truck parking near inner-city properties.
| Property Type | Estimated Duration | Team Size |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom apartment | 2–4 hours | 2 movers |
| 2 Bedroom apartment | 4–6 hours | 2 movers |
| 3 Bedroom house | 5–8 hours | 2–3 movers |
| 4 Bedroom house | 7–10 hours | 3 movers |
With Hire A Mover, the rate is the same every day — no weekend surcharges. Monday to Thursday is less in demand than Friday and Saturday, giving more flexibility on start times. Book a few weeks ahead and we'll have availability on your preferred day.
For a weekday move: 2–3 weeks ahead. For Saturday or end-of-month: 4–6 weeks. Sydney's peak season is December through February — book 6–8 weeks ahead during this period.
Many companies pass toll costs through as a separate charge. Moves crossing the Harbour Bridge, Harbour Tunnel, M2, M7, NorthConnex, Cross City Tunnel or Eastern Distributor can add $15–$40 per trip with operators who bill tolls separately.
A reputable removalist should carry four types: public liability (required by most Sydney strata buildings), goods in transit (covers belongings during transport), workers compensation (protects you if a removalist is injured at your property), and storage insurance.
Yes — one of the most common requests, particularly for customers with a gap between settlement dates. Hire A Mover offers secure storage from our Mascot facility. We pick up, store, then deliver to your new address — all as a single coordinated service with no double-handling surprises.
