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“Since 2012, Melbourne Movers has relocated and provided its loyal and happy customers with the very best in Packing, Moving and Storage services as well as the most competitive fully insured, GST inclusive rates and second to none customer service.

Offering a range of truck sizes and packing materials, flexibility and door to door rates, MOVE ON REMOVALS is a ONE STOP SHOP for all your moving needs, and proudly maintains a strong arsenal of proficiently trained drivers, wrappers and movers with many years of experience to their names.

Whether you’re moving furniture, fragile glassware or valuable artwork, there is nothing our team cannot handle with care.

We NEVER pay contract workers or outsource our labour to anyone.

Our moving team is carefully hired, rigorously trained on site, regularly tested and monitored to ensure MOVE ON REMOVALS provides its customers the smoothest, most efficient and unforgettable transition to their new home, apartment house, office or temporary storage space under our roof (located in the heart of Melbourne).

Our company fleet is aptly maintained, regularly cleaned and always arrives at YOUR door on time to begin with your move.”

House moving to a new home is a strenuous task, and not one for the faint-hearted! Often require full weekend to pack your belongings. We at Move On Removals offer you a complete 360 service from Packaging supplies, packing, moving & storing. Perhaps the biggest consideration, and one can make or break your decision, your new home or office has to be affordable. But the key thing to remember here is you are not trying to find a bargain. Its also important to recognise when it is right time to move, as you want to avoid growing pains Associated with outgrowing your home, yet staying put.

We at Move On Removals have created a short checklist to choosing a reputable moving company. With more than 10,000+ happy customers entrusting us with their house moving needs. We at Move On Removals understand exactly what it takes to move a house without any hassle.

House moving needs comprehensive removals requirements;

– Comprehensive house removals Insurance
– Packing & unpacking valet services

Please free to call our moving services to obtain moving checklist.

Do you really want to wake up one morning, rub the sleep out of your eyes and spend your DAY OFF haphazardly wrapping and packing your precious goods into an ill prepared truck en route to its bumpy destination?

How about taking 5 days sick leave because you pulled your back trying to lift your granny’s precious oak arm chair into the back of the worn and weather beaten ute you never drove?

Are you prepared to battle the elements on the roads and risk more than just damaging your heavy, poorly placed and tied down inventory?

MOVE ON REMOVALS understands your doubts and anxieties…we move people all day and EVERY DAY! How often DO YOU move?

Our gentleman are specially trained to handle ALL of your delicate, precious, sentimental valuables, belongings and heirlooms to ensure your Point ‘A’ MOVES ON to Point ‘B’ in the most stress free, smooth transition to your new abode, office space or temporary storage facility where it may be.

And for piece of mind, your move is completely INSURED, includes GST, packed, wrapped and MOVED ON by the VERY BEST professionals in the industry – all carefully trained and monitored by MOVE ON REMOVALS for YOUR SATISFACTION!

Please free to call our moving services to obtain moving checklist.

We all love our homes and love improving them as much as we can but sometimes they just fail to provide what we need from a home and we have to think about moving. Your home may be a small apartment and you are planning to start a family; you may have been offered a great new promotion in another town or city (lucky you) too far away from your current place to commute. You may need to move to be near a good school for your children or you may simply be in the fortunate position of being able to buy a bigger, better house.

Being professional movers and packers organization in Melbourne, apart from quick removals we also specialize in packing services which holds a great importance to your move as each of your individual items or belongings can be packed, wrapped and put in a box in a more organized and sequenced way, which does not only help you to identify them, but also saves you time from finding every little thing while you are setting and arranging your new home in Melbourne . It also gives us an opportunity to protect the expensive and important things which may hold a special meaning for you and your family.
Whatever you reason for moving we love to talk about anything related to moving house and we are known as quick removals in Melbourne. From choosing new furniture, accessories, fabrics, colors and finishes to new plants for the garden. There are plenty of reasons to get excited about a new home which will help you get through the stressful house buying process, packing up our things and then unpacking everything again at the other end. So why not contact us for the quick removals anywhere in Melbourne.
Move On removals wrap everything! It’s part of our company policy and our insurance policy that quick removals wrap all of your items. Sometimes customers ask us not to wrap items because they think it adds time to their move. It takes a matter of seconds for our quick removals to professionally wrap your items so they will stay safe and insured. If we don’t wrap it we can’t insure it and you will save way more money paying for 30 seconds of wrapping than paying to replace your antique furniture.
Certain valuable items like artwork and pianos require removalists with specific expertise and equipment. When moving these types of items, it’s often worth spending the money to do it right. When you book with us we can recommend quick removals we’ve worked with before.

Moving house is a difficult process. Packing up everything you own in an organized and thorough manner is difficult for even the most experienced furniture removalists Melbourne. Using a furniture removalists service can help you make sure your stuff is packed correctly and organized to be moved, however your most important items are often the ones that are forgotten because they’re the items you set aside to manage yourself.

If you are looking for committed and professional movers in Melbourne, look no further than Move On Removals. We are a highly-experienced team of Melbourne furniture removalists in Melbourne who have helped move over 10,000+ local households. And did we mention we are 5 star rated company? Call us today on (03) 9636 3299.

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Storage solutions are incredibly popular throughout the Melbourne because there are so many benefits! Whether you’re moving into a new home or you are redecorating your space and you need somewhere to put all your furniture, storage could be just what you need.

Buying your new house in Melbourne isn’t the only cost you need to plan and save for. There are a million other little things you have to remember to work in to your moving budget. A common mistake people make is to plan for the cost of their new home and then get blindsided when little things like the cost of building inspections, internet connection and eastern suburbs removals team start adding up. You can think about these costs as being in three phases: buying your home, moving into your home and setting up your new home.

Move On removals provides premium moving services for private individuals and their families and for businesses, large and small. With many years of experience in managing moves, we have the expertise to safely pack, move, store and unpack for those moving home or workplace across town or to another part of the country. For overseas moves to or from any worldwide destination, we have the knowledge and expertise to manage your move, including Customs clearance if required. Move On Removals will provide you with a free, no-obligation quotation – all you have to do is to give us a call to move your house or office.

Move On Removals exceptional furniture removalists experience will make your next move easy. We are one stop shop that delivers you a best moving experience when moving into your new house or office. We plan every move with meticulous attention to detail. Every transition – between homes, cities, countries and continents is handled by our professionally furniture removalists trained staff, dedicated office teams and uniquely experienced packing and moving crews, working with industry-leading tailored systems and technologies.

We offer a range of professional packing and unpacking options, in which you should be able to find one that suits both your needs and your budget.  Make sure your move is as smooth, stress and hassle-free as possible by taking advantage of comprehensive packing and moving services in Melbourne.

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To pack, or not to pack, that is the question.

So you’re moving soon and you start looking through your stuff, trying to make a packing plan. As you try to make some sort of sense out of it, you realise you’re coming up with more questions than answers: Will this fit in a box? Do I bubble wrap it? How many boxes will I need? What’s a port-a-robe? Why are these boxes at Bunnings so expensive?

Our best advice when any moving confusion arises: Call us. We have all the answers!

You have two options for packing your home, do it yourself or have us do it through our Pack & Wrap service. Even if you choose to do it yourself, we can provide heaps of advice on how to go about it. Here are a few pointers to get you started

Packaging: The first step to packing is to get the right supplies. Move On Removals offers a number of recommended packages, and we can deliver! Be sure to buy plenty of bubble wrap, the more the better. It’s the easiest way to protect your items!

Color coding: We have an easy trick for making sure all your items end up in the right rooms. Print or draw a floor plan of your new place. Assign a color to each room, and place stickers with the corresponding colors on each box or item that goes to that room. Then, on the day of your move, tape the floorplan to the front door so the removalist will know where to put everything and you won’t have to wander around trying to find things!

Boxes: Fill all the boxes as much as you can. Wrap fragile items and try to balance heavy and light weight items in each box so you can make the most of the space. More boxes means more trips for the removalists to take to and from the truck which makes your move take longer. When a box is full, close it up so it’s ready to be moved and stacked.

Remember, you always have the option to let us pack for you if you don’t have the time, are unsure how to pack your items safely, or just don’t feel like doing it because we all know packing is the worst.

It’s raining cats and… moving boxes?

Moving is a complicated process. There’s a lot to manage and a lot to remember, and no matter how prepared you are leading up to moving day, there is still a lot of work to fit in on the day, and a lot of ways that your plan can get derailed.

Now, don’t panic. Just because an issue comes up, doesn’t mean it can’t be handled. If you have chosen the right removals team, they can be an important source of strength for you to rely on. In the midsts of your lists and plans, remember that removalists handle multiple moves every day. No matter what challenge you’re facing, they’ve seen it before and they can help you  find your solution.

The Move On Removals Blog is here to help with a new series: Moving Day Challenges and How to Overcome Them. We will talk to you about a few challenges you might face and how your removalists can work with you to overcome them. Our first challenge is weather:

1)It’s raining.

When you live in Melbourne, it’s impossible to predict a clear day. Rain can and will happen, but it doesn’t have to derail your move. Your removalists are experienced in how to handle rain. They will wrap and cover your belongings so they don’t get damaged in between the house and the truck and dress appropriately to work safely in wet conditions.

2) It’s hot

Summer temperatures can be brutal in Melbourne, especially when you’re spending the day lifting heavy furniture and packing boxes instead of relaxing on the beach in Brighton. It is important that you keep yourself cool and hydrated, but also consider how heat might change your removalists schedule. They also need to remain hydrated and may take short, hourly breaks instead of one longer break mid move. Your removalists are humans, not machines.

3) It’s Melbourne aka “It was cold this morning but then it got really hot and now it’s raining oh wait no that’s hail”

No matter what Melbourne weather throws at you on your moving day, your removalists have seen it (and moved in it) before. Talk to them about the best approach, precautions that should be taken and what they would recommend. Bring up concerns at the start or as the weather changes so that everyone is clear on what’s happening and how plans may change.

Don’t let Melbourne weather keep you from your new home! All you have to do is hire professional removalists- we know what we’re doing!

I’m not a hoarder, I swear….

Challenge: You have more stuff in your house than you thought.

If you underestimated the amount of stuff you have to move, it’s important to understand that this will most likely slow down your move.

The best way to avoid this would be to carefully and accurately document the contents of your home, pack ahead of time, book a larger truck than you think you’ll need or have your removals company come to do an on-site assessment.

However, if this issue occurs on the day, figuring it out as soon as possible is important. Check with the removalists when they arrive to see if the amount of stuff you have will fit in the truck and if not, then consult with them for the best way to manage the situation. However, this will cost you time and money so do what you can to make sure you estimate the load correctly the first time.

A good way to make sure your move gets estimated correctly and stays on track is to provide an accurate inventory when making the booking. Ask your removalist if they have an inventory sheet you can fill out, or grab a piece of paper. Then walk through every room in your home and catalogue each item of furniture. While you’re doing that, make a note of drawers, cupboards and shelves containing additional items.

People tend to underestimate the amount of items in their homes and how many boxes it will take to fit everything. Leaving items off the inventory or not estimating appropriately is the easiest way to blow out your move. Communicating clearly and accurately with your removalists will ensure your move goes smoothly and efficiently.

Clutter accumulates in any living space. We throw mail in a pile on the counter, we keep our old torn up shoes in the back of our closet and every top drawer, whether in the kitchen, the bathroom or the nightstand contains a wide range of random items we swear we might one day use.

We don’t actually want this clutter – its really just organised mess—but still we find it hard to throw away. A move to a new home is the perfect opportunity to throw away the clutter in our lives and start fresh. You’ll feel lighter and so will your moving boxes!

Here are a few things we suggest throwing away as you’re packing:

1.The entire contents of that top drawer. Put the spare change in your wallet and throw out that junk mail. Unless you’re a scrapbook enthusiast, you don’t need to save those plane tickets or those movie stubs or that birthday card mum gave you in 2012. We hold on to these things for sentimental value, but at the end of the day they just sit in a drawer. Besides, it’s time to make new memories!

2.Old, broken, destroyed clothes & accessories. If you haven’t worn it in the past year, if it’s torn or if it’s missing its pair, throw it out. You already got new shoes to replace the old ones and honestly, when will you ever wear just the one earring?

3.Electronics & cables. Still holding on to that pink Razr flip phone? Any phone pre-iPhone 4 probably won’t get used again. We’re used to our technology and even if you do break your current phone and your old phone its very unlikely you’ll be willing to settle for the old old phone. While you’re at it you can also get rid of all those random, unidentified wires and cables.

4.Worn or stained linens, towels & rugs. Moving house is a great time to get fresh linens. All of these items won’t necessarily match your new place anyway. Plus, its just good to replace these for hygiene reasons as they get a lot of use. Particularly white linens get stained and dirty no matter how clean you keep them.

5.Mismatched Tupperware. When you pack your kitchen take the time to make sure each container still has a lid. No lid? Don’t pack it. You can also get rid of those bent takeaway containers and anything that’s been stained a weird colour.

Moving house can be scary. Finding a new place, selling the old one and moving the entire contents of your home (whether human, animal or furniture) is a lot to manage.

While unfortunately we can’t do anything about the housing market, we can offer you some advice on easing the anxiety that comes with any decision to move.

Deciding to move is the first step. Think of it as an adventure—a new home in which to make new memories. If you’ve been feeling stuck or like you’ve outgrown your current place, then its time to make a fresh start. Need some inspiration to convince you? Check out listings online to see some great spaces that are available, or search almost anything on Pinterest for home décor ideas that will have you eager for a new space!

Once you have committed to your move, you may feel overwhelmed thinking about all the things that need to be organised for your move. Take a deep breath. Now, make a list of everything you need to do. Contact utilities companies, book your removalists, and assess the contents of your house. For complete, detailed lists, again do a search on Pinterest; there are hundreds of checklists to choose from in a variety of cute, yet functional styles.

Now here is a tip that can take half of the stress out of moving: Let your removalists do the packing for you! Underestimating the amount of stuff you have in your house is the most common mistake when moving. Your removalists are experienced house packers and have done thousands of moves. Why spend days packing when someone else can do it for you?

Moving can be scary, but with a little planning and some help from professional removalists, you’ll feel at home in your new place in no time!

Have you been feeling like your company has outgrown its current space? Are you tired of commuting to an inconvenient location that’s nowhere near your customers? Maybe you would like to be in Melbourne CBD or a specific suburb like Port Melbourne or Hawthorn? There are a number of reasons it might be time to relocate. Figuring out what your company will achieve by moving and how the move will support your business objectives can help you make a strategic decision.

1. Perception:The location of your office can affect the way your business is perceived. If your office is in an unappealing neighborhood or not visible to traffic, that will lead people to have a low opinion of your business. On the other hand, if you are in a nice location and easily visible from the street, then your location works to promote your business and attract customers.

2. Proximity to clients: If your office is hard to find or in an inconvenient location, it makes it hard for your clients to find you or for you to go out and see them. Being closer to your client base is more convenient for everyone and helps to grow that relationship.

3. Reach new markets:While your current customers are important, moving in order to reach a new market is a strategic way to grow. A new location, if planned properly, gives you access to a whole new group of clients. Just having the sign outside your office in a new location can spread awareness of your business.

4. Expansion:: A big challenge for growth is ensuring that you have room to grow. The office that fit 10 people isn’t going to fit 20 or 30 or 50. If you don’t move in to a space that is big enough for your team it will negatively impact workflows and processes with everyone working on top of one another.

Moving offices is a big decision. You have to take into account what is best for your team and for your business. However, it is important to remember all of the opportunities that a new location can offer.

One of the most common questions our booking team is asked is:

What size truck should I book?

Generally, if you’re moving a smaller place, such as a studio or one bedroom apartment, we recommend booking our 3 tonne truck.

For larger moves, such as houses of two or more bedrooms, we recommend booking our 8 or 12 tonne truck.

You can find full details of our removal trucks’ dimensions and other helpful booking hints {here}.

Still unsure? We always say when in doubt it’s best to book the larger truck. Keep in mind that here at Move On Removals we only charge you for the time we’re out on your job. It’s often works out far cheaper for you to book the larger truck and only do one trip battling Melbourne’s traffic than risk having to do two trips.

As for single item moves – simple, right? In most cases, because it’s only a single piece of furniture our 3 tonne truck has ample space. However, we have witnessed instances where customers have moved very bulky or tall items, such as wardrobes, and the height or width of the 3 tonne truck is insufficient. If moving a particularly bulky or tall item, please double check {our truck dimensions} before booking.

At Move On Removals we’re all about providing Melbourne with a cheap, efficient and friendly furniture removal service so if you have further questions about what size truck would best suit your move, please call our booking consultants on 03 9636 3299 and we’ll be happy to assist you further!