How to Get an Accurate Moving Quote: 5 Things Your Removalists Need to Know
1. The “Inventory Audit” (Don’t Forget the Shed!) The volume of your goods is the biggest factor in your quote. Most people remember the beds and the fridge, but it’s the smaller items that add up. The Pro Tip: Walk through every room (including the garage, attic, and garden shed) and note down large or awkward items. What we need to know: Do you have a trampoline that needs dismantling? A piano? A heavy marble dining table? These require extra hands or specialized equipment. 2. Access Challenges: Stairs, Lifts, and Long Carries Time is money in the moving world. If our team has to carry a sofa up three flights of narrow stairs or wait 20 minutes for a slow service lift in a high-rise, it affects the schedule. Be specific about: Stairs: How many flights? Are they narrow or spiral? Lifts: Is there a dedicated “goods lift” we need to book with strata? Parking: Can our truck park in the driveway, or will we be 50 metres down the road? 3. “Special Care” and High-Value Items Standard insurance often covers general goods, but high-value or extremely fragile items (like fine art, antiques, or large glass cabinets) might require “white-glove” handling or custom crating. Why it matters: Telling us about these upfront allows us to bring the right protective materials (like heavy-duty bubble wrap or furniture felt) so your valuables arrive in the same condition they left. 4. Your Moving Date and Time In Australia, moving costs can fluctuate based on demand. The Trend: Mid-week moves are often more cost-effective than weekend or end-of-month moves. Public Holidays: Moving on a public holiday can incur surcharges due to higher labor rates. Always confirm if your preferred date falls on a peak day to avoid a higher-than-expected quote. 5. Extra Services: Packing and Unpacking Are you planning to have everything boxed up and ready by the door, or do you want the “stress-free” experience where we do it for you? The Detail: If you want us to provide the boxes and pack your kitchen or library, let us know early. This allows us to factor in the cost of materials and the extra hours needed before the truck even starts moving. KV Removalist Note: We pride ourselves on providing honest, no-nonsense quotes for families and businesses across Australia. The more we know, the better we can serve you! Ready to get an accurate quote for your next move?
