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Greater Adelaide

Removalists based across the regions of Greater Adelaide.

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Where the removalists are

126removalists

  1. Northern Adelaide50
  2. Western Adelaide30
  3. Central Adelaide & Hills25
  4. Southern Adelaide21
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Regional SA

Removalists based in the regions outside Greater Adelaide.

Where the removalists are

27removalists

  1. SA South East13
  2. Barossa, Yorke & Mid North9
  3. SA Outback5
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What to expect when hiring removalists in South Australia

Where removalists in South Australia are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.

Where removalists are based in South Australia

Northern Adelaide has the most removalists in South Australia.

Removalists based in each region

  • None listed yet
  • Water

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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South Australia: where removalists are basedMap of 7 South Australia regions from ABS 2021 boundaries, with water shown. Regions are shaded from light to dark teal by how many removalists are based there compared with the rest of the state; white regions have none listed. A list of regions grouped by band follows the map.
Region boundaries: ABS ASGS Edition 3 (2021), CC BY 4.0

How to choose a good removalist in South Australia

South Australia 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 28 reviews. Of the 109 rated removalists based in South Australia, 17 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
4.53
typical reviews
28
what the best have
4.8★ · 100+

Star rating

39% of removalists here have a perfect 5.0

Best: 4.8+

Number of reviews

Half have 28 or fewer reviews

Best: 100+ reviews

How do areas in South Australia compare?

AreaAverage star rating
Northern Adelaide35 rated removalists20 typical reviews
4.71
Central Adelaide & Hills16 rated removalists29 typical reviews
4.64
Barossa, Yorke & Mid North8 rated removalists8 typical reviews
4.60
All South Australia109 rated removalists28 typical reviews
4.53
Southern Adelaide16 rated removalists22 typical reviews
4.51
SA South East11 rated removalists19 typical reviews
4.43
Western Adelaide20 rated removalists73 typical reviews
4.12

What house removals costs

Across Australia, house removals typically runs $2,085 – $4,395 for local move, and $228 – $374 for small move.

Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for South Australia. 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.

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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.

  • Cooler Months Mean Fewer Delays

    Summers in most of South Australia get warm — on hot days, your tradie will plan their work around the temperature throughout the day, tackling heat-sensitive tasks early and adjusting as conditions change.

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.

  • 01
    Inventory list

    Every item, room by room, so you compare the same scope.

  • 02
    Transit insurance

    Cover during loading, transport and unloading, and to what value.

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    Pricing type

    Fixed price or hourly, and whether travel time is included.

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    Access fees

    Extra charges for stairs, lifts, long carries or tight drives.

  • 05
    Fuel and tolls

    Whether levies and tolls are included or listed separately.

  • 06
    Specialty items

    Pianos, pool tables and safes, with their own charge.

Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.

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  • Experience near you

    Jobs like yours, done locally

  • Credentials for the job

    Licence, insurance and business details

  • A clear written quote

    Itemised, so you can compare like-for-like

Hiring a removalist in SA

What the law requires before and after you sign.

Removalists do not need a licence in SA.

Moving furniture needs no licence.

Written contracts, deposit limits, home warranty insurance and cooling-off do not apply to house removals jobs.

Sources: cbs.sa.gov.au, Building Work Contractors Act 1995. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Hiring removalists

How much do removalists typically charge?
Removalist costs vary widely depending on job type, distance, crew hours, packing services and access complexity. Quotes commonly combine a call-out or minimum charge with hourly crew rates, plus materials and any travel or after-hours premiums. This page shows live pricing to help you compare options for your specific move.
Do removalists charge call-out fees?
Yes — many removalists charge a call-out or minimum attendance fee that is listed separately from labour and materials. After-hours or weekend work is often charged at a higher rate, sometimes as a multiplier of the standard hourly rate. Always confirm whether a quote includes travel or minimum charges.
What qualifications should I look for in a removalist?
Removalists aren't government-licenced, so look for industry credentials and verifiable business registration such as AFRA or MSAA affiliation and an active ABN. AFRA accreditation is voluntary but often indicates audited equipment, staff training and insurance standards; also check for public liability, carriers' liability and goods-in-transit cover.

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Is the SureQuote estimate a quote, and why can a tradie's quote be different?
No. Your estimate is a guide price for a typical job that matches your answers. A tradie prices your actual job in their quote, once they've seen things like access, condition, materials and the full scope. Read the full answer
What happens after I submit my job, and how many tradies will contact me?
We email you your estimate and a link to your job. Up to 3 local tradies can take it and contact you to quote; only they get your name, phone and email, and you choose who to hire, if anyone. Read the full answer
Is it free to get quotes, and does the tradie's fee raise my price?
Yes, getting quotes is free and you don't have to hire anyone. Tradies pay us a capped fee to take your job, and we set it before they quote, so nothing is added to your quote. Read the full answer
Can I add photos to my job?
Yes. Add up to 10 photos in the chat after you give your contact details, or later from the job in Hire, and tradies see them before they take the job. Read the full answer
Do I have to hire one of the tradies?
No. Getting quotes is free, you're never obliged to hire anyone, and you pay only the tradie you choose to hire. Read the full answer
Does SureQuote check tradies' licences and insurance?
We collect each business's ABN, licence, insurance and warranty details and keep them as up to date as we can, so you can see them in one place on its profile. We don't guarantee them, so always check the licence yourself on the relevant licence register before you hire. Read the full answer

Questions about house removals in SA

Do removalists need a licence in SA?

Removalists do not need a licence in SA.

Moving furniture needs no licence.

Do the home building rules apply to house removals jobs in SA?

Written contracts, deposit limits, home warranty insurance and cooling-off do not apply to house removals jobs.

Sources: cbs.sa.gov.au, Building Work Contractors Act 1995. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

Every region in SA

Each region with its areas. Numbers are removalists based there.

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