Removalists Springwood
Blue Mountains moves on ridge-top streets, priced by the hour.
Moving on a Blue Mountains ridge
Springwood sits 371 metres above sea level on a narrow ridge between two gorges, 72 kilometres west of Sydney. The terrain shapes every move here. Driveways along Macquarie Road slope away from the ridge line, the side streets off the Great Western Highway are steep and tight, and a lot of houses in Winmalee back onto bushland with no second way in. Our Springwood removalists ask about all of that before quoting, because the truck size and the carry distance set the time, and the time sets the price.
A supervisor runs the job from go to finish, working out what to wrap, what to pull apart and how things stack on the truck. Beds, dining tables and flat-pack wardrobes are dismantled and reassembled at the other end as part of the move. 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.
Streets along the ridge and below it
Blue Mountains towns sit in a strip along the railway line, and Springwood is no different. The Great Western Highway carries the through traffic, with houses spreading along short side ridges and down into steep cul-de-sacs on either side. Between Valley Heights to the east and Faulconbridge to the west, the streets that drop toward the Grose Valley can be too narrow or too steep for a full-size truck.
We run several truck sizes and pick the one that suits the street. A two-bedroom cottage on a flat section of Macquarie Road is a fast load; a larger house on a steep block above Winmalee needs a smaller truck and a planned carry. We sort that out in the quote so nobody pays for a vehicle that cannot reach the front door.
Packing, storage and leaving the Mountains
Seventy-two kilometres from the city means many Springwood moves involve more than loading and driving. If you are downsizing or heading interstate, our packing crew can wrap the kitchen and wardrobes the day before, with boxes, paper and tape supplied and every carton labelled by room so unloading is quicker.
When settlement dates do not line up, we hold your furniture in a climate-controlled storage facility under 24-hour surveillance and deliver once you have the keys. Every move is covered by public liability and transit insurance. Interstate loads from Springwood head down to Penrith, onto the M4 and then the Hume toward Melbourne or Canberra, or the M1 toward Brisbane. We run a dedicated truck with a set delivery day, or a shared backload priced on the space your load takes up.
Get a quote for a Springwood move
Give us both addresses, a bedroom count, any heavy items such as a piano or pool table, and the access at each end, including stairs, slopes or a long driveway. We reply with a truck size and a price, and the quote is free with no obligation.
A move that is ready when the truck arrives costs less. Boxes packed and taped, drawers emptied, a clear run from the front door and a spot held for the truck on the street all save time on the clock. Call 1300 724 553 if you want to talk it through, or send us the details through the contact form.
What we move in the Blue Mountains
Local MovesHome moves within Springwood and across the Blue Mountains to Sydney, charged by the hour with the truck matched to the ridge-top street.
Packing ServicesA packing team the day before, with boxes, paper and tape supplied. Kitchen, wardrobes and fragile items wrapped and labelled by room.
Office RelocationOffice and shopfront moves along Macquarie Road and the Great Western Highway corridor, run at night or over a weekend.
Commercial MoveShops, workshops and fit-outs where the gear has to come apart and go back together in a set order. We work that out with you before the day.
Interstate MovesSpringwood to Melbourne, Canberra or Brisbane via the M4 and Hume or M1, as a dedicated truck or a shared backload priced on space.
Removals StorageClimate-controlled storage between settlement dates or while a renovation runs over, collected and delivered by our crews.
What a Springwood move includes
Hourly rates, quoted up front
The rate is set by the truck and crew the job needs. You see how the price is built before you book, and the clock covers loading, the drive and unloading.
Furniture wrapped and strapped
Lounges, fridges and anything that can scratch are wrapped in blankets and plastic and strapped before the truck leaves the driveway.
Trained crew with a supervisor
One person on the truck sets the loading plan and keeps the move on track from first item to last box at the new address.
Storage when you need it
If the new place is not ready, your furniture goes into climate-controlled storage under surveillance and gets delivered when it is.
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.
Questions about a Blue Mountains move
Can a full-size truck reach a house on the steep streets off Macquarie Road?
It depends on the street. Some of the cul-de-sacs that drop toward the Grose Valley are too narrow or steep for our larger trucks. We check the access when you ask for a quote and choose the right size. If a smaller truck is needed, the extra time is built into the price rather than coming as a surprise on the day.
How long does a two-bedroom move between Springwood and Faulconbridge take?
Three to four hours for a straightforward place with good access at both ends. If either house has stairs, a steep driveway or a long carry from the front door, add another hour. The quote gives you an expected time based on what we know about both addresses.
Do you move pianos from houses on steep blocks in the Blue Mountains?
Yes. A piano needs a bigger crew and specific handling equipment, so it is priced as a separate line on the quote. On a steep block the approach matters as much as the weight. Tell us the type of piano, where it sits and how the driveway or steps run, and we work out the carry route ahead of time.
What should I do about outdoor furniture at a Winmalee house backing onto bush?
We handle outdoor furniture, barbecues and pot plants the same way as indoor items. Heavy pieces get wrapped and strapped for the truck. If anything is fixed to the ground, let us know before the day so we bring the right tools. The bush side of a property is usually not a viable access route, so everything goes out the front.
How far ahead should I book for an end-of-month move from Springwood?
Two to three weeks is a good starting point, especially around school holidays and the end of the month when the Mountains are busy. Shorter notice is fine if a truck is free. Call and we will tell you what dates are open.
Still have a question? Call us on 1300 724 553