Removalists Mooroolbark
Home moves in Melbourne's outer east, from the foothills to the flats.
Sloping blocks and established homes in the foothills
Mooroolbark sits about 37 kilometres east of Melbourne’s CBD, at roughly 93 metres above sea level where the Yarra Ranges foothills begin. The older streets nearest the rebuilt Mooroolbark station and the roads toward Croydon North sit on undulating ground with established trees and sloping driveways. Further out toward Lilydale, blocks get larger and gradients get steeper.
That slope changes how a move works. A truck parked above the house means the crew carries downhill on the way out and uphill at the other end, or the reverse. Our Mooroolbark removalists check the gradient and driveway surface before quoting, then pick a truck that can get close without scraping. 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.
Wrapping, dismantling and the drive to the new place
The crew leader sets the loading plan and keeps the move running to time. Getting a king bed down a narrow hallway often means taking the frame apart first, and we do that for beds, dining tables and flat-pack wardrobes, then rebuild everything in the new rooms. Lounges, fridges and bookcases are padded in thick blankets, wrapped in plastic and strapped tight so nothing shifts on the hills between Mooroolbark and Ringwood East or on a longer run to Bayswater.
Want somebody else to do the packing? A team can handle the china, glassware and wardrobe contents the day before, or you can buy boxes, paper and tape from us and work through it at your own speed.
Interstate from Melbourne’s outer east
Mooroolbark is well placed for interstate. EastLink and the Eastern Freeway connect the outer east to the wider motorway network: the Hume heads to Sydney and Canberra, the Western Freeway runs to Adelaide. You can book a dedicated truck with a fixed delivery day, or share a backload priced on the volume your belongings occupy. The load is protected by public liability and transit insurance throughout.
Arriving in Mooroolbark from another state? We bring everything to the door and place it room by room. When the new place is not quite ready, we store your things in our facility, which is climate-controlled and covered by 24-hour camera monitoring, and deliver once the keys are in your hand.
Get a quote for your Mooroolbark move
Let us know both addresses, the number of rooms, anything bulky such as a piano or pool table, and whether there are stairs or a steep driveway at either end. The calculator below helps you gauge the truck size before we quote. Quoting is free and you are under no obligation.
A move that is sorted when the crew walks in is always shorter. Boxes done, drawers empty, path cleared to the front door. If your move is near the station where kerbside parking is tighter since the level crossing removal, mention that so we can plan where the truck goes. Phone 1300 724 553 or send a message via the contact form.
What we can do for your Mooroolbark move
Local MovesHome moves within Mooroolbark and across Melbourne, charged by the hour with the truck matched to your slope, your street and your load.
Interstate MovesMelbourne to Sydney, Adelaide, Canberra and Brisbane, as a dedicated truck or a shared backload priced on the space you use.
Piano RemovalsPianos are quoted as their own item because they need extra hands and the right gear. Tell us the type and where it sits in the house.
Pool Table RemovalsPool tables need to be partly disassembled for transport. We bring the right crew and tools and reassemble at the new place.
Packing ServicesA packing crew the day before, with boxes, paper and tape supplied, so fragile items are wrapped properly and labelled by room.
Removals StorageClimate-controlled storage between settlement dates or during a renovation, with your furniture kept together and delivered when you are ready.
Furniture Removals
Beds, tables and flat-pack wardrobes are dismantled at the old place and reassembled at the new one. Everything else is blanket-wrapped and strapped.
Office RemovalsOffice moves run at night or over a weekend so the business opens on Monday. We handle desks, IT equipment and filing cabinets with care.
What your Mooroolbark crew brings
Price follows the job
The hourly rate is set by the truck and crew your move needs, quoted after we check the driveway gradient and access at both ends.
A truck for the slope
We run several truck sizes and pick the one that suits your driveway and your load. A steep block in the foothills may call for a smaller, more manoeuvrable truck.
Care from door to door
Your furniture is blanket-wrapped, plastic-covered and strapped in the truck before it travels to the new address.
One supervisor, one plan
The crew leader runs every move, owns the loading order and makes sure the team works through the house in a way that keeps the hours down.
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.
Moving to or from the foothills
Can you get a truck up a steep driveway near the old Brushy Creek area?
Usually, yes. A lot of Mooroolbark is on sloping ground, and the streets toward Croydon North and the older parts near the station can have driveways that drop away sharply. We ask about the gradient and surface before the move and send a truck that can manage it. If the driveway is too steep for a full-size truck, a smaller one gets closer and saves the crew a long carry.
Does the rebuilt Mooroolbark station affect parking on move day?
The station precinct has changed since the level crossing removal, and parking around it is tighter than it used to be. If your move is near the station, tell us so we can plan where the truck goes. On most residential streets further out, kerbside parking is not a problem.
Do you move between Mooroolbark and Croydon or Lilydale in one trip?
Yes. A local move between Mooroolbark and a neighbouring suburb like Croydon, Croydon North, Lilydale or Ringwood North is usually a single-trip job. The drive is short, so the hours go mainly on loading and unloading rather than travel.
Which freeway do you take for an interstate move from Mooroolbark?
It depends on the destination. Sydney and Canberra loads pick up the Eastern Freeway or EastLink and connect to the Hume. Adelaide loads head west via the Western Freeway. We plan departure times to keep the run as efficient as we can.
Can you move a piano down steps on a sloping Mooroolbark block?
Yes. Pianos need extra hands and specialised gear, so they are quoted as a separate item. Tell us the type, the room and the number of steps or the slope, and we plan the crew and the path before the day so there are no surprises on arrival.
Still have a question? Call us on 1300 724 553