Melbourne Backloading.
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How much does it cost to backload from Melbourne?
The cost of backloading services out of Melbourne depend on the destination, but cost $168.84 per cubic meter on average. The average job price is $3,214.63 and the average space per job is 19.04 cubic meters.
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Average space per job
Bella A booked to move 22.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Pascoe Vale for $3858.00Caitlyn Q booked to move 18.70 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Blackburn for $2015.33Robert T booked to move 20.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Brighton East for $6113.00Jayden H booked to move 8.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Williamstown for $1182.00Coraline R booked to move 35.70 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Malvern for $6968.00Weston J booked to move 9.36 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Prahran for $2029.33Nicholas X booked to move 7.95 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Kew for $1000.00Grady J booked to move 5.45 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Prahran for $1567.60Haley N booked to move 49.26 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Kew for $8493.67Vivienne Z booked to move 32.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Fairfield for $8966.00Alma Z booked to move 13.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Brunswick for $4035.52Logan I booked to move 11.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Southbank for $220.00Ali R booked to move 5.78 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Maidstone for $2275.00Elliott G booked to move 65.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Mornington for $9494.00Kameron K booked to move 38.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Caulfield North for $7185.00Andre O booked to move 32.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Mulgrave for $3906.00Eli U booked to move 32.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Hawthorn for $5995.00Wilson Y booked to move 15.75 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Preston for $2620.00Maeve L booked to move 23.58 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Southbank for $3489.00Caleb N booked to move 49.90 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Monbulk for $14400.00Jacob S booked to move 13.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Coburg North for $2492.00Austin C booked to move 38.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Vermont for $7790.00Kevin K booked to move 10.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Bayswater for $2002.00Noah D booked to move 15.97 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Narre Warren for $3801.34Gabriella Y booked to move 40.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in South Morang for $4190.00Edith L booked to move 39.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Glen Waverley for $6950.00Avery P booked to move 7.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Gladstone Park for $1415.00Melanie F booked to move 10.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Mentone for $1980.00Dylan W booked to move 18.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Cheltenham for $4326.51Joseph A booked to move 12.80 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Kealba for $1389.50Summer L booked to move 33.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Blackburn North for $5336.00Jakob P booked to move 20.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Bentleigh for $3415.00Clayton P booked to move 32.98 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in South Morang for $5500.00Melody F booked to move 10.63 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Ringwood East for $2025.32Reagan G booked to move 21.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Northcote for $2890.82Austin F booked to move 19.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Springvale for $2950.00Chase H booked to move 23.21 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Richmond for $2966.00Elsa J booked to move 36.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Mornington for $6196.00Alexander M booked to move 11.54 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Essendon for $1914.00Paisley J booked to move 19.36 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Kingsbury for $3977.63Eliana U booked to move 22.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Hampton East for $4695.00Kassandra T booked to move 18.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Mount Waverley for $5229.00Katherine D booked to move 19.13 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Reservoir for $4030.54Aniyah P booked to move 6.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Glenroy for $1145.00Logan U booked to move 8.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Darley for $1730.94Mila X booked to move 22.88 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Blackburn for $2425.00Brody W booked to move 17.52 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Gruyere for $4474.32Tanner F booked to move 6.00 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Clayton for $1278.29Brooke J booked to move 12.18 cubic meters with an interstate removalist in Carnegie for $1496.65Find backloading opportunities to or from Melbourne
If you are in need of local removalists services in Melbourne we can also help with professional movers for local moves.
How much space do I need to book?
The cost of your Melbourne interstate removalists move will depend on how much space (measured in cubic meters) you will need in the removalists' truck, in addition to factoring in any difficulties with accessing your pickup and delivery locations.
Estimated space needed: ~35m3
Calculations are based on industry-standard, generic calculators and should be used as a guide only. This information does not constitute a fixed quote.
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Estimated space needed: ~35m3
What is Melbourne backloading?
Backloading is when you book the remaining truck space on a truck that’s already booked by someone else. It often means you may have to be slightly flexible on your pickup and delivery dates & times, but in turn it usually means big cost savings relative to booking a "primary load".
Booking backloads is a common practice among interstate removalists, who are often willing to give cheap or discounted prices for the available space in a truck that is going from point A to point B, or on the return journey if they have been unable to find a customer needing to move in the opposite direction.
We've mastered backloading from Melbourne
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Find the best interstate removalist backloaders Melbourne can offer with Muval, compare instant prices, read reviews and book online.
Book with confidence that you'll get exceptional service and care starting from $135.07 per cubic meter.
4.20 · 13 reviews 313 Movers: Trusted local & interstate removalists with 11+ years’ combined experience. Seamless moves, careful crews, fair pricing.
Somerton VIC 3062
5.00 · 4390 reviews No limits removalists Specialises in professional, fast and efficient removals (local, country and interstate) for homes, units, commercial.
Level 7/570 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3000
4.90 · 12 reviews Expert furniture movers in Melbourne. Safe, reliable, and stress-free relocations for homes, showrooms, and brands.
191 Kensington Rd, West Melbourne VIC 3003
4.30 · 1036 reviews For 40+ years, Palmers Relocations has been a family-owned and operated business specialising in quality Interstate & International moves.
52 Cherry Ln, Laverton North VIC 3026
4.90 · 389 reviews KDN Removalist is here to help you with packing and moving services. We are available seven days of the week to help facilitate your move.
Tarneit VIC 3029
4.70 · 342 reviews Our mission is to provide Melbourne residents and businesses with a moving service they can truly trust.
187 Settlement Rd, Thomastown VIC 3074
5.00 · 234 reviews One of the trusted moving companies in Sydney, we strive to provide you with everything you need so the process of moving is free of stress
Melbourne VIC
4.90 · 622 reviews With 400+ 5-star Google reviews, Dream Movers offers premium, seamless, and customer-focused moving services in Melbourne and Sydney.
1 Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000
4.90 · 225 reviews We're a family-owned boutique removalist, offering stress-free, high-quality moves that bring peace of mind and relieve pressure.
56 Cherry Ln, Laverton North VIC 3026
4.70 · 384 reviews Why CBDWAY MOVER? Moving homes? CBDWAY will pack, move, & unpack your precious home contents, allowing you to enjoy a stress-free move with
Bentleigh VIC 3204
5.00 · 278 reviews Nifty Moving is a young, vibrant company that focuses on delivering exceptional customer service. We want to make moving a fun experience!
221 Separation St, Northcote VIC 3070
4.30 · 316 reviews Trust Dawson Moving & Storage in Melbourne & Canberra for all your moving needs! We are proudly AFRA accredited & a partner in the AMG.
915 Stud Rd, Rowville VIC 3178
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Loose unitsWhat's included with your backloading booking?
Expert Melbourne interstate removalists
A removalist truck and two men (depending on the size of your move) will come to collect and deliver your items.
Online booking
Save time calling other removalists for quotes. Find, compare and book your Melbourne removalist online.
Dedicated service
Our experienced customer service team knows Melbourne back-to-front. We're available to help at every step of your move.
Protective covering
Your items will be protected with heavy blankets using moving industry best practices. These help prevent your items from damage.
Loading & unloading
Full service loading and unloading of the removal truck is included with every move. Packing services are available at extra cost.
Why book a backload with Muval?
Take advantage of our wide network of interstate removalists to find a suitable truck that can backload your items. Save yourself the time of calling dozens of companies to find one that can accommodate your backload.
Without Muval, customers usually call dozens of removal companies trying to find one that has a truck travelling between their desired pickup and drop off locations near to the dates that they want. When you book a backload with Muval, we do all of the hard work for you, finding you an appropriate match as close as possible to when you want to move.
If you're flexible on move dates, backloading is the most efficient way to move interstate.
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Our pick up and delivery from Perth to Adelaide went well without any issues. They were very prompt and communication was great!
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Thank you Julius for making our moving experience seamless!
Jay has been really helpful and informative. He always takes the time to explain everything clearly and answer all our questions in detail. We truly appreciate his support and professionalism.
Sharon saved us thousands of dollars on moving house from Ballina to Melbourne. She responded to my request within the hour and then hunted down several prices for me to consider within 3 hours. This is the second time I have used her and r...
Great experience with Michaela, full explanation made it easy for all stress about moving houses
The best service to use for my interstate move. Got the best price by a lot, and the removalists they recommended were excellent! So happy.
Sharon was very helpful in finding a last minute removalist that suited the days we needed to get furniture interstate. She also found the best price for us. Definitely recommend Muval!
Sharon has gone above and beyond in helping to secure a favourable date and deposit for my Son's Interstate move. She has also called and followed up with me continuously, at all hours of the night, to accommodate my time difference and wor...
Ive used Muval several times: its a good service. They dont do the move as such but coordinate the logistics. Bear in mind theres quite a number of moving parts with moving and each time Its been as painless and cost efficient as it can be....
Great experience with David from superstar removals. Made my move super easy and with no stress.
Super helpful. Took the stress out of moving. Organised reliable movers, movers had great communication. Prices were upfront. No hidden costs.
Had difficulty getting into the system to get started... and the lady Sharon was just absolutely wonderful and did it all over the phone.. her wonderful cheerful attitude towards helping me on a very stressful day helped relieve my stress. ...
Jamahl from Muval was extremely helpful and responsive to my request. He helped organise everything to work around my schedule and was thoughtful about my individual circumstances. Highly recommend Muval.
Jay has been a fantastic help for interstate relocation which became complicated by delays & requiring two interstate services over 6 months (due to my own personal reasons). Highly recommend.
Easy to use, quick to get 3 quotes. Great follow up on my initial inquiry.
I cannot express how impressed I am from the first phone call. I felt more confident that my furniture would arrive safely. Shaz & Kylie had communicated with me regularly on the process. Thank you for your patience & understanding, your bu...
Super responsive. Called back at requested times. Very accommodating.
Instead of getting a million phone calls from removalists all over the place, Muval contacted me directly via text (not automated). The lady I was talking with over text was so helpful and very friendly! I was so busy at work and had little...
Our movers were so great. We had a few tricky items that we werent sure were going to fit in the new place and they went above and beyond to make sure everything was in. Super friendly and courteous. Would 100% hire again.
A big thanks to Dave and the team at Muval for arranging our interstate move. Chris and his team of movers were fantastic and I will definitely be recommending them.
Shaz at Muval was great at finding the best deal. Friendly and professional. Made the whole experience a lot less stressful.
Very clear and transparent on pricing, this is my second time booking with this company, 10/10 recommend. Lovely people.
Frequently asked questions
Learn from the moving experts. Can't find an answer? Call us on: 1300 168 825
A cubic metre is 1m x 1m x 1m. A full-sized container size is 38m3.
Truck sizes vary from 20m3 to 70m3 and sometimes 100m3.
To see the pricing, you will need to click on the link in your email. This will take you to our website where you can see your options.
The earlier you book your move the more confident you can be that the date you wish to move will be available. However, the time in advance that you should book is heavily dependent on the time of year. Between October and March we recommend booking at least 3-4 weeks in advance of when you want to move. From March - September you can leave it a little later, booking 2-3 weeks out.
It is preferable to consider taking out an all-risk policy for your move. We offer two different options of coverage for your move, which include lowering the excess to obtain a lower premium or the ability to cover specific items of your move: https://www.muval.com.au/cover
If your booking is a premium service, the company will be able to provide exact timing. If your booking is a shared option, then your schedule will be a window between two to seven hours on the move day.
If you need to change the delivery or pick up date, please advise the removalist as early as possible. They can sometimes accommodate changes and reschedule but this has a few variables.
The cost for your local move will depend on how long your move takes. Some dishonest moving companies quote very cheap hourly or half-hourly rates to get your job, and then work slowly on the day or surprise you with additional charges in order to make more money.
Unless they are running a limited special offer, most honest removal companies need to charge at least $45 per half hour or more in order to pay their staff (two people usually come to load and unload the truck for you), pay their insurances, and make sure their trucks are serviced regularly.
The best way to ensure a successful move day is to be prepared. One way to do this is to notify your removalist about any very heavy or awkward-to-move items before move day. It can never hurt to double-check with them that they understand that you have these items, even if you have also submitted an inventory list. These sorts of items include:
- Grand / Baby grand piano
- Pizza oven
- Concrete furniture
- Pool / snooker tables (particularly slate)
- Many pot plants / large pot plants
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