Removalists in Preston
Flat-terrain moves from Darebin Creek to High Street, priced by the hour.
Where the flat grid meets medium density
Most of Preston is flat, built on former farmland between Plenty Road and Darebin Creek. That flat grid used to be weatherboard homes on wide blocks, but the past decade has brought apartment buildings and townhouse rows into streets that once had one house per lot. Our Preston removalists bill by the hour, choosing the truck and crew to match the street and the load. A two-bedroom unit on the upper floor of a new block near High Street is a different day from a three-bedroom weatherboard with a long side driveway, and the price reflects that. 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.
Parking, lifts and narrow driveways in Preston
Preston has tram lines, trains and buses, and the streets near those corridors tend to have tighter parking and more apartment blocks. In the older pockets closer to Darebin Creek, some weatherboard houses have narrow side driveways that do not fit a large truck, so the crew carries furniture from the front door to the kerb. The newer apartment and townhouse developments often have a loading dock or basement entry, but lift bookings and dock time can be limited, especially on end-of-month weekends. We factor all of that into the price and size the truck to the street, not the other way around.
Packing a Preston unit and everything else we include
In a Preston unit there is not much room to stack boxes ahead of time, so a packing crew the day before makes a real difference. We sell boxes, paper and tape, or our team handles the full pack, sorting and labelling each carton by room. Blankets and plastic go around every item of furniture, and straps keep the load steady for the trip. Beds and tables are taken apart before loading and rebuilt at the other end, included in the hourly rate. We carry public liability and transit insurance on every move. When settlement dates fall on different days, we store your goods in a monitored, climate-controlled facility and deliver once you have the keys. Interstate from Preston runs on a dedicated truck with a set delivery day, or as a backload where you pay for the cubic metres your furniture occupies.
Start your Preston moving quote
Give us the pickup and drop-off addresses, bedroom count and any awkward items like a piano, pool table or oversized appliance. We work out the crew, the truck and a rate. Size up your load first with the calculator below if you like. No cost to quote, no obligation to book. Packing and taping your boxes before the day, emptying drawers and keeping a parking spot clear out the front are the simplest ways to keep the hours short. Ring 1300 724 553 or use the contact form.
Moving services for Preston households
Local MovesHome moves across Preston and greater Melbourne, charged by the hour with the truck matched to your street and the size of your load.
Packing ServicesA packing team to sort and box a whole Preston unit or just the kitchen, with paper, boxes and tape supplied and every carton labelled by room.
Office RelocationOffice and shopfront moves along High Street or anywhere in Preston, run at night or over a weekend so the business opens as normal.
Commercial Move
Warehouses and commercial fit-outs where equipment needs to come apart and go back together in the right order, planned with you before the day.
Interstate MovesPreston to Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane or Adelaide, as a dedicated truck or a backload priced on the space your load uses.
Removals StorageClimate-controlled storage for as long as you need, collected by our crew and delivered when you have the keys to the new place.
Why Preston locals choose us
A quote that shows the working
Hourly rates set by the truck and crew, quoted once we see the access at both ends, so the price is clear before you commit.
Every load secured for the road
Furniture is covered in blankets and plastic, then strapped so nothing shifts between Preston and the new address, wherever it is.
Trained crew on every move
Our crews are trained by us, and a supervisor on the truck sets the loading order so the right items come off first at the other end.
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.
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.
Preston moving questions answered
Can you park near the High Street shops when loading a unit above the strip?
Usually, yes. Loading zones along High Street fill up during trading hours, so we time the truck for early morning or arrange a council permit if needed. The crew carries furniture down internal stairs or uses the building lift where one exists.
Can you get a truck into a laneway behind a Preston terrace?
If the laneway is wide enough for the truck we need, yes. If not, we send a smaller truck or plan the carry through the front. Some of the older weatherboard homes near Darebin Creek have rear laneways that only fit a van, and we work with that rather than force a big truck in.
Do you move pianos and pool tables from Preston homes?
Yes, and both are quoted as their own item because they need extra crew and the right gear. Tell us the type and where it sits in the house, and we plan the team around it.
Is it harder to move from the streets near Darebin Creek?
Some of the weatherboard homes near the creek sit on blocks with narrow side access and uneven ground toward the rear. We check the property before quoting and, if a large truck cannot reach the driveway, send a smaller one and plan the carry so the crew is not hauling furniture across a long front yard.
Where can I park near my Preston apartment on moving day?
If the building has a loading dock or basement entry, we book a slot for the truck. For street-level apartments without a dock, we use the nearest legal parking and plan the carry distance into the quote. On busy streets near the train station, early-morning starts help before the on-street spots fill.
Still have a question? Call us on 1300 724 553
What Our Customers Are Saying
What Our Customers Say
Hear from clients who have experienced our reliable and professional moving services.
I was very happy with the service provided by Careful Hands Movers. The two movers, David and his colleague, arrived when they said they would, worked with the utmost professionalism, and were both friendly and courteous. Our furniture was packed with care, and we had absolutely no issues or breakages. My dad was a removalist in Scotland, so I know how they should operate.
Stuart Irvine
These guys made it as painless as it could be. They were professional, lots of fun, and nothing was too difficult. When one of our new neighbours came to introduce themselves to us, the boys were even friendly and polite to them. I have no worries about recommending this team and will definitely use them in the future, even though I hate moving house.
David Read
From start to finish, this company has made our move so simple. From the quote being spot on, thanks, Rene, to the guys arriving on time, Koby, Gabby, and Tyrell were fantastic, as well as being so polite and friendly. They were so careful with our furniture, and I would totally recommend them for your move. Thanks again!
Julie Sirianni
Ru and Harley were fast and accommodating in moving my belongings from Vic to SA. I was impressed with how carefully they wrapped my furniture and stacked my storage container (it was tight, like Tetris fitting everything). I found good removalists after requesting several quotes from different removal companies.
Emma Phythian
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