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Greater Melbourne
Removalists based across the regions of Greater Melbourne.
Where the removalists are
336removalists
- Inner Melbourne95
- Western Melbourne70
- South East Melbourne66
- North East Melbourne31
- Inner South Melbourne29
+ 4 more regions in Greater Melbourne
See every regionRemovalists in Inner Melbourne
95 based here · Region
Removalists in Western Melbourne
70 based here · Region
Removalists in South East Melbourne
66 based here · Region
Removalists in North East Melbourne
31 based here · Region
Removalists in Inner South Melbourne
29 based here · Region
Removalists in Inner East Melbourne
14 based here · Region
Regional VIC
Removalists based in the regions outside Greater Melbourne.
Where the removalists are
14removalists
Removalists in Latrobe & Gippsland
7 based here · Region
Removalists in Hume
5 based here · Region
Removalists in Barwon
1 based here · Region
Removalists in North West Victoria
1 based here · Region
What to expect when hiring removalists in Victoria
Where removalists in Victoria 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 Victoria
Inner Melbourne has the most removalists in Victoria, while jobs in 4 regions (including Central Highlands and Goulburn Valley) will need tradies to travel in.
Removalists based in each region
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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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How to choose a good removalist in Victoria
Victoria 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 48 reviews. Of the 303 rated removalists based in Victoria, 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
- 4.59
- typical reviews
- 48
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 100+
Star rating
32% of removalists here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 48 or fewer reviews
How do areas in Victoria compare?
| Area | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Inner East Melbourne13 rated removalists39 typical reviews | 4.80 | 13 | 39 |
| Outer East Melbourne13 rated removalists68 typical reviews | 4.78 | 13 | 68 |
| North West Melbourne12 rated removalists111 typical reviews | 4.63 | 12 | 111 |
| Inner South Melbourne26 rated removalists52 typical reviews | 4.62 | 26 | 52 |
| Western Melbourne58 rated removalists46 typical reviews | 4.61 | 58 | 46 |
| Inner Melbourne78 rated removalists46 typical reviews | 4.60 | 78 | 46 |
| All Victoria303 rated removalists48 typical reviews | 4.59 | 303 | 48 |
| North East Melbourne27 rated removalists58 typical reviews | 4.59 | 27 | 58 |
| South East Melbourne59 rated removalists29 typical reviews | 4.42 | 59 | 29 |
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 Victoria. 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.
Keep Gutters Clear and Check Council Rules
Most of Victoria is classified as bushfire prone land — keeping gutters and roof valleys clear is especially important here. If your property is near bushland, check with council whether any specific requirements apply.
Cooler Months Mean Fewer Delays
Summers in most of Victoria 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.
- 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.
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 VIC
What the law requires before and after you sign.
Removalists do not need a licence in VIC.
Moving furniture needs no licence.
Written contracts, deposit limits, home warranty insurance and cooling-off do not apply to house removals jobs.
Sources: Building Regulations 2018, Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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Questions about house removals in VIC
Do removalists need a licence in VIC?
Removalists do not need a licence in VIC.
Moving furniture needs no licence.
Do the home building rules apply to house removals jobs in VIC?
Written contracts, deposit limits, home warranty insurance and cooling-off do not apply to house removals jobs.
Sources: Building Regulations 2018, Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
Every region in VIC
Each region with its areas. Numbers are removalists based there.
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