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What to expect when hiring removalists in Paddington
Where removalists near Paddington are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where removalists near Paddington are based
1 removalist is based in Paddington and 114 within 5 km, the most in Sydney, Bondi and Bondi Junction.
- based in Paddington
- 1
- within 5 km
- 114
- within 15 km
- 290
Removalists based in each suburb
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The map shows approximately where businesses are based, but tradies will often travel for work. Darker shading means higher availability in an area.
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- Balmain
- Barangaroo
- Bellevue Hill
- Bronte
- Chippendale
- Cremorne
- Darlinghurst
- Double Bay
- Edgecliff
- Forest Lodge
- Glebe
- Haymarket
- Kensington
- Kingsford
- Leichhardt
- Lilyfield
- Longueville
- McMahons Point
- Mosman
- Neutral Bay
- Newtown
- North Sydney
- Paddington
- Queens Park
- Randwick
- Rose Bay
- Rozelle
- St Peters
- Sydenham
- Ultimo
- Vaucluse
- Waverley
- Wollstonecraft
- Woollahra
- Zetland
How to choose a good removalist in Paddington
Paddington has plenty of well-reviewed removalists to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most removalists here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical removalist has 33 reviews. Of the 278 rated removalists within 15 km of Paddington, 67 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 100 reviews.
SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated October 2026.
- average rating
- 4.65
- typical reviews
- 33
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 100+
Star rating
49% of removalists here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 33 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgecliff263 removalists33 typical reviews | 4.67 | 263 | 33 |
| Centennial Park263 removalists33 typical reviews | 4.67 | 263 | 33 |
| Rushcutters Bay271 removalists34 typical reviews | 4.66 | 271 | 34 |
| Darlinghurst291 removalists33 typical reviews | 4.65 | 291 | 33 |
| Paddington278 removalists33 typical reviews | 4.65 | 278 | 33 |
| Taylor Square294 removalists32 typical reviews | 4.64 | 294 | 32 |
What house removals should cost in Paddington
House Removals in Paddington usually runs $2,085 – $4,395 for local move, and $228 – $374 for small move.
What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number — it's free.
Things to consider before you book
The local conditions that shape the job, the best time of year to book, and what to sort out before you choose a removalist.
Heritage Presence
Paddington has a strong heritage presence — some properties may have restrictions on exterior changes. If your property is older, it's worth checking with council before starting exterior removalist work.
Salt Air Exposure
Paddington is close enough to the coast for salt air to noticeably shorten the life of exterior finishes. Coastal-grade products are strongly recommended — standard options won't last as long here.
Schedule Outdoor Work for Drier Months
Paddington gets more rain than most areas — exterior removalist work benefits from scheduling in the drier months. Your tradie will work around the forecast, but booking ahead gives the best run of clear days.
Apartment Mix
Paddington has a significant proportion of apartments and units. If you're in a strata building, check whether body corporate approval is needed before removalist work begins — especially for anything affecting common property or shared services.
Rental-Heavy Area
A large share of Paddington properties are rentals. If you're a tenant, check whether your lease requires landlord approval before removalist work. For end-of-lease services, book early — demand can be high.
Best time of year for exterior house removals in Paddington
Ideal months: September to October and December.
Based on typical local rainfall, temperature and humidity.
What's in a good House Removals quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered — labour, materials, prep and clean-up — so you're comparing like for like. Check what each removalist's quote covers before you choose.
Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price — and it costs you nothing.
- 01Inventory list
Every item, room by room, so you compare the same scope.
- 02Transit insurance
Cover during loading, transport and unloading, and to what value.
- 03Pricing type
Fixed price or hourly, and whether travel time is included.
- 04Access fees
Extra charges for stairs, lifts, long carries or tight drives.
- 05Fuel and tolls
Whether levies and tolls are included or listed separately.
- 06Specialty items
Pianos, pool tables and safes, with their own charge.
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Removalist licensing in New South Wales
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What to look for
- ABN with active business registration (verifiable via ABR at abn.business.gov.au)
- AFRA (Australian Furniture Removers Association) accreditation — voluntary but signifies audited equipment, vehicles, staff training, and insurance standards
- Public liability insurance ($10M minimum recommended for removalists handling household contents)
- Carriers' legal liability insurance (covers damage to client goods while in the removalist's care, custody, and control)
- Goods-in-transit insurance (covers loss or damage during transport)
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