Removalists Epping
Hourly moves across the volcanic plains, from old Epping to the new northern estates.
Moving across Epping’s volcanic plains
Epping covers a wide stretch of Melbourne’s northern volcanic plains, from the older township west of Darebin Creek to the new housing estates still going in along the northern fringe. A move out of a 1970s brick home on a quarter-acre block in central Epping is a different truck and crew from a two-bedroom unit in one of the developments near Pacific Epping. Our Epping removalists price local moves by the hour after checking the access at each address. Local rates start from $75 per half hour for a two-person crew and a 20 cubic metre truck, and the full list by truck size is on our removalist prices page.
Mature trees, new culs-de-sac and everything between
The original Epping township sits on higher ground west of Darebin Creek, and many of those streets have mature trees and narrow parking strips. In the newer estates further north, the roads are wider but the culs-de-sac can be tight, with construction traffic still sharing the road in some pockets. Along the Epping Road upgrade corridor, lane closures and new intersections can mean routing a truck the long way around. All of that goes into our quote. We choose a truck that suits the road and work out the carry distance so the crew is loading, not hiking back and forth.
Settlement gaps and new-build delays in Epping
New builds along Epping’s northern fringe settle in batches, and dates often slip by weeks or months while landscaping, driveways and final inspections drag on. When the old place has to go before the builder hands over the keys, we pick up your furniture, hold it in a climate-controlled, camera-monitored facility and deliver once the new build is ready. That might be a fortnight or half a year, and you only pay for the storage time you use. If the settlement date shifts after you book the truck, we reschedule at no extra charge. We carry public liability and transit insurance on every move. Interstate loads heading to Sydney or Brisbane pick up the Hume from Epping’s side of Melbourne, either on a dedicated truck with a set delivery day or as a backload sharing space with another household.
Getting a price for your Epping move
Start with the two addresses and a rough list of rooms. Mention anything oversized, a piano, a pool table, a heavy safe, so we can match the right crew. Stairs, lifts and long carries at either end affect the time, so the more detail the better. Use our calculator below to size up the load, or call 1300 724 553 and talk it through. There is no charge and no obligation. Having everything boxed and taped before the truck pulls up is the simplest way to keep the bill down. You can also reach us through the contact form.
What we offer for an Epping move
Local MovesHome moves across Epping and Melbourne's northern suburbs, charged by the hour with the truck matched to your street and your load.
Packing ServicesA packing crew the day before your move, with boxes, paper and tape supplied, so the kitchen and wardrobes are sorted and labelled by room.
Office RelocationOffice moves in Epping run at night or over a weekend so the business opens as normal on Monday morning.
Commercial MoveWarehouses, workshops and fit-outs where the equipment has to come apart and go back together in the right order, planned with you beforehand.
Interstate MovesMelbourne to Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane and Adelaide, as a dedicated truck or a shared backload priced on the space your load uses.
Removals StorageClimate-controlled storage between settlement dates or for as long as a renovation takes, with your load held together and delivered when you are ready.
Why Epping households book us
A supervisor runs every job
One person on the truck owns the loading order, the carry and the unloading at the new place, so nothing gets missed.
Hourly rates, no guesswork
The rate is set by the truck and crew your job needs, quoted once we see the access, so you know the price before you book.
Trucks in several sizes
We send the truck your street and your load actually need, not the biggest one in the yard, so you are not paying for empty space.
Furniture wrapped before it moves
Every item is covered in blankets and plastic and strapped in the truck, whether it is a sofa or a dining table.
Estimate Your Move
The time you need to book your removalist
6.5 Hours
Removalist cost per half hour
$80
Packing cost per half hour
$75
Our estimation tool gives you a fast and efficient idea of your moving costs, customised to your specific needs. This estimate is based on average industry standards and is subject to change depending on the actual time spent. Any variations in the final cost will reflect the actual time required on moving day. This tool helps you budget with confidence and plan for a stress-free move.
- A call-out fee may apply depending on your pickup address.
- Our prices are inclusive of GST.
- All moves are covered by public liability & transit insurance.
- No hidden cost
- Highly trained & friendly teams
- We accept Credit/Debit Card, Bank Transfer and Cash on Delivery payment methods.
- Prices are for 2 men and a truck per half hour.
- The additional removalist is charged at $20 extra per half hour.
Common questions about moving in Epping
What size truck will you send to a street in Epping?
It depends on the street and the load. On the wider roads through the 1970s estates, a large truck can usually park out front and load straight from the driveway. On the older streets near the township west of Darebin Creek, where mature trees and parked cars narrow the road, we send a smaller truck so the crew is not carrying furniture a long way from the door.
Can I store furniture while my new build on Epping's northern fringe is finished?
Yes. We pick up your furniture, keep it in a monitored facility with climate control, and bring it to the new build once the builder gives you the keys. That might be a few weeks or half a year depending on how the project tracks.
How do the Epping Road works affect my moving day?
The upgrade has added new lanes and intersections along Epping Road, and lane closures can change the best route in. We check the current state of the works before your move and allow for any detour so the crew is not stuck in construction traffic on the clock.
How do you get large furniture out of Epping's 1970s brick homes?
The hallways in those houses are often narrow with a turn near the front door. The crew measures each big item against the doorway and hallway before lifting, and dismantles beds, wardrobes and dining tables where needed. Reassembly at the new address is included in the hourly rate.
When is the busiest time to move in Epping?
End-of-month weekends are the busiest, especially around the northern estates where new homes settle in batches. Book as early as you can for those dates. If your move is this week, call us and we will fit you in if a crew is free.
Still have a question? Call us on 1300 724 553
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This is the second time I have used Careful Hands Movers. Rene was prompt, thoughtful and proactive throughout the booking process, and Brian and John were fantastic on the day. They communicated well, handled my furniture carefully, and were very helpful in positioning everything on arrival. Thanks again for your excellent service!
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