Otago Removalists.

Name: Removalists
Brand: Muval
Rating: 4.8 (2716 reviews)

Moving in Otago? Get instant prices from verified local removalists on Muval and book with just a 2-hour deposit.

What are you moving?

Google Rating

4.8 stars, 2716+ reviews

Hobart metro · suburb insight

How much do removalists cost in Otago?

What to expect to pay

$75/ half hour

Typical half-hour rate · 2 movers and a truck

Typical total: $571
Typical size: 15.1 m³
Removalist competition: 21/100Low

Book ahead9 daysBefore moving day

2-hour deposit$300Secures your crew up-front

Busiest dayFridayMost requested moving day

Demand: LowPeak month: JanuaryAbout this dataPricing benchmarks come from the wider Hobart metro market while suburb-level history builds - local crews service Otago at these rates.

Muval uses real marketplace data to help customers understand what local moves typically cost, how long they take, and how competitive an area is. Local moves are billed per half hour: you pay a rate per 30 minutes for the crew and truck, with the first two hours collected up-front as a deposit and the remainder settled once the job is done.

The figures shown on this page are based on aggregated Muval enquiry, quote and completed booking data, generally covering the period from June 2023 onwards. Time-on-the-job figures come from actual completed moves, recorded by the crew after the job is finished. Some suburb pages show benchmarks from their wider metro market, and some route pages show benchmarks from their start city, while page-level history builds — this is noted on the page where it applies.

What the metrics mean

Typical half-hour rate is the median rate per 30-minute billing unit across completed local moves. Half of the moves were booked below this rate.

Lowest rate is the cheapest rate per 30 minutes paid on a completed local move booked through Muval in the past 6 months. The cheapest crews book out first, especially for weekend and end-of-month dates.

Typical total is the median actual cost of completed moves — the crew's full billed time at their half-hour rate, not just the two-hour deposit.

Typical size is the average cubic-metre volume recorded for moves on this page.

2-hour deposit is the typical up-front cost to secure a crew, based on the median half-hour rate (four 30-minute units). Muval collects the first two hours as a deposit when you book.

Book ahead is the median number of days between confirming a removalist and moving day.

Busiest day is the day of the week most local moves in this area are booked for.

Typical saving is calculated from completed bookings where the customer received two or more competing quotes and booked below their average quote. We calculate the percentage difference for each eligible booking, remove extreme outliers, then average the result. Where a dollar saving is shown, it is either a per-hour figure or the total kept over the whole move.

Competition score is a 0–100 score based on competing quotes per enquiry, ranked against other pages of the same kind (city, suburb or route). A score of 50 is around the network median; 100 means more removalists compete here than anywhere else in its category.

Demand is a 0–100 score based on enquiry or booking volume, ranked against other pages of the same kind. Higher demand keeps more crews active in the area.

Peak month is the month with the highest enquiry volume during the October–February peak moving season.

Corridor distance (route pages) is the straight-line distance between the two endpoints. These moves are still booked as local jobs billed per half hour, so travel time is part of the time you pay for.

Important disclaimer

These figures are indicative only and are provided to help customers understand general marketplace trends. They do not represent a quote, estimate, offer, guarantee or promise of pricing, availability, savings, timing or service outcome.

Actual prices, hours and savings will vary depending on your move size, inventory, access conditions, pickup and delivery locations, travel time between them, dates, seasonality, crew availability, minimum charges and any extra services requested.

Where savings are shown, they reflect historical Muval booking data for eligible moves where customers received two or more quotes and booked below their average quote. Savings are not guaranteed. Some customers may save more, save less, or receive quotes that are higher than the figures shown.

Muval applies minimum sample sizes, data cleaning and outlier trimming before publishing these figures. Where there is not enough reliable data for a page, we may withhold certain metrics or show benchmarks from the wider metro or start-city market, noted on the page.

Noah T locked in an hourly rate below their average competing quote and kept $306 on a 10 m³ move from West Hobart to Kempton.

Emily G locked in an hourly rate below their average competing quote and kept $112 on a 15 m³ move from Bridgewater to South Hobart.

Ryan J locked in an hourly rate below their average competing quote and kept $146 on a 21 m³ move from Brighton to Bagdad.

Mia F moved 27 cubic metres within West Hobart in 4 hours at $195/hr, paying $780 all up.

Emily D booked a crew at $150/hr after comparing 2 quotes - their 6 m³ move from Lutana to Battery Point took 2 hours and cost $300.

Lachlan Hs move from Sandy Bay to Lindisfarne (19 m³) came in at $600 - about $60 under what their average quote would have cost.

Amelia M locked in an hourly rate below their average competing quote and kept $52 on a 14 m³ move from Sandy Bay to Glenorchy.

Henry S locked in an hourly rate below their average competing quote and kept $79 on a 16 m³ move from Bellerive to Battery Point.

Ethan A moved 26 cubic metres within Glenorchy in 3.5 hours at $200/hr, paying $700 all up.

Mark S booked two movers and a truck for 9 m³ within Sandy Bay: 2 hours on the clock, $300 in total.

Rebecca V booked two movers and a truck for 18 m³ from Moonah to Berriedale: 2.5 hours on the clock, $375 in total.

Maria M moved 20 cubic metres within West Hobart in 8 hours at $150/hr, paying $1,200 all up.

Wei D booked two movers and a truck for 9 m³ from West Hobart to New Town: 3 hours on the clock, $450 in total.

Emily W booked two movers and a truck for 19 m³ from Moonah to Austins Ferry: 3.5 hours on the clock, $525 in total.

William D locked in an hourly rate below their average competing quote and kept $655 on a 15 m³ move from Bridgewater to Clarendon Vale.

Hassan Ts 5 cubic metres move from Brighton to Sandy Bay wrapped up in 2.5 hours - $375 at $150/hr with just a 2-hour deposit up-front.

Brooke Bs 52 cubic metres move from Lenah Valley to Riverside wrapped up in 7.5 hours - $1,500 at $200/hr with just a 2-hour deposit up-front.

Jessica Gs 17 cubic metres move from Sandy Bay to Blackmans Bay wrapped up in 2.5 hours - $375 at $150/hr with just a 2-hour deposit up-front.

Hassan Fs 8 cubic metres move from Lenah Valley to Riverside wrapped up in 6 hours - $900 at $150/hr with just a 2-hour deposit up-front.

Michelle B chose from 2 local crews on Muval and moved 32 m³ from Bellerive to Claremont for $2,000.

Laura M moved 10 cubic metres from Glenorchy to Claremont in 2.5 hours at $150/hr, paying $375 all up.

James R booked two movers and a truck for 6 m³ from Moonah to Howrah: 3 hours on the clock, $412 in total.

Michelle S compared 2 local removalist prices on Muval and saved $25 on their 6 cubic meters move from Glebe to South Hobart.

David D moved 26 cubic metres within South Hobart in 6 hours at $200/hr, paying $1,200 all up.

Hayley D booked two movers and a truck for 8 m³ within Glenorchy: 3 hours on the clock, $450 in total.

Charlotte Ms 12 cubic metres move within Claremont wrapped up in 4 hours - $600 at $150/hr with just a 2-hour deposit up-front.

David T booked two movers and a truck for 13 m³ from Mount Nelson to Brighton: 3 hours on the clock, $488 in total.

Dimitri Ws move from Glenorchy to Moonah (21 m³) came in at $1,050 - about $70 under what their average quote would have cost.

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What’s happening in Otago?

Beyond removalist prices, the data tells a story about Otago itself: departures currently outnumber arrivals (0.71 in per move out).

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Mover balance0.71×arrivals per departure

Inbound share of moves41%of local moves, past 3 yrs

Hobart region trend-0.8net residents per 1,000, latest year

Hobart pet-friendliness#42of 50 cities

How long do I need to book for?

The time required to book your removalist for will depend on the access at your pickup and delivery locations (for example: parking availability, stairs) and how many items you need moved.

Estimated time needed: ~7.1 hours

Calculations are based on industry-standard, generic calculators and should be used as a guide only. This information does not constitute a fixed quote.

I'm moving my

Lightly furnished

Moderately furnished

Heavily furnished

Estimated time needed: ~7.1 hours

What's included when you book a Otago removalist through Muval?

Expert Otago 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 Otago removalist online.

Dedicated service

Our experienced customer service team knows Otago 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.

Complimentary cover*

Receive $5,000 of complimentary cover on named items for added peace of mind.
*Only available for MuveXpress bookings.

Why our removalists are different

Muval removalists are a new standard for quality and care.

Each furniture removals company available on our platform must pass our 7-step verification process. We also conduct regular audits and check-ups to make sure vital insurances are up-to-date, and quality standards are being upheld. Many of our removalists Otago are also members of the Australian Furniture Removalists Association (AFRA).

When you book your removalist with Muval, you get a company that cares about going the extra mile to make sure your next move is an easy one.

It's moving, the way it should be.

We've mastered moving house in Otago

After thousands of Otago removalists bookings and 75,000 moves overall, we know moving better than anyone.
That's why 9.4/10 people who use Muval would recommend our services to a friend or family member.

Check out our moving guide

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How does it work?

01.

Tell us what you're moving

Provide some basic information about your move. Our platform automatically calculates the space required for your items.

02.

Choose your Otago removalist

We'll find availability by searching dozens of quality Otago removalists within our network. You can filter by dates, price, rating and more to find the best moving company to suit your move.

03.

Include other services

Make sure the lights and internet are working at your new home by adding connections (plus a range of other services) to your order.

04.

Book online, instantly

There’s no waiting for removalists to come back with quotes or waiting on hold to your energy provider. When you're ready, book your move in the click of a button.

Our highly recommended network of removalists Otago

We have hand picked the best removalists in Otago to give you the ultimate peace of mind for your move.
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Removalist and relocation services in Otago

We offer a range of expert furniture removalist services to suit your needs.

Furniture Removals

We take pride in ensuring that your household furniture is handled with care when you move. Our Otago furniture removals services include wrapping your items in heavy-duty removal blankets to avoid damage. We can also provide furniture disassembly and reassembly where needed. All of our furniture removalists Otago are hard working professionals with excellent customer service who work quickly to make your move stress free and cost-effective.

Last Minute Removals

When you need a team fast, our instant direct booking platform takes the hassle out of the moving process to save you time searching for high quality Otago removalists and still get value for money. We understand that hiring a removalist is often the last thing on your mind when you're moving house. When you need someone friendly that is available to answer your questions, and provides a way to book a quality removal company at the last minute, look no further than Muval.

Office Removals

The way we work is fundamentally changing - and no one understands that better than us. Whether you're upsizing or downsizing your office, we provide excellent service for your next office relocation. We have vetted all the best movers Otago has to offer to bring you quality moving services for the home or office.

Commercial Removals

Our network of professional furniture removalists in Otago allows us to quote on "bulky" freight and logistics moves where only the best removalists will do. This service is ideal for items that are bigger than can be managed by a courier, but are also unable to be loaded on to shipping palletes. For example, we've worked with a range of furniture companies to ensure that their products are delivered safely to their customers, or between their depots.

Plus, we can provide packing supplies, packing and unpacking services, removals cover and more!

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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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Olugbenga Fajimolu

Jay was helpful in sorting the move and got a fair deal. He is promot to pick the call and call back when missed. I'm satisfied with the service.

Justin Chin

Jay was super helpful. Process was easy and the movers were great

Marion Shields

Lachlan and Dan from Muval were extremely helpful with my interstate move. They made a stressful move so much easier as they were calm and logical . Their recommendation of removal company Charm was excellent. Charms removal men were carefu...

Ruth Kendall

Sharon is down to earth a provided practical suggestions and support. Thankyou.

Jax Kalou

From start to finish this service was stellar! I have never before had such great customer service. My contact was Mahdi and hr was so helpful. Went out of his way to make sure I was looked after. I would highly recommend these guys.

Dylan Tasker

Jay is the man great customer service recommended talking to him if you can he will go over and Beyond to help

Wei Jim Lim

Good service with quick response. Muval was comprehensive in their service and providing advice

Kathy Bennett

Muval were fantastic at helping us find the perfect movers for our recent move, at short notice. Lauren and her team went out of there way to accommodate our short notice request and definitely came up with the goods. Would definitely use t...

Tessy Leslie

Laura at Muval literally saved me, I was originally making the move from Melbourne to Brisbane with a different company that were complete cowboys that walked out on the job. I gave Muval a call and Laura got me a very professional team tha...

Nizua Inas

LJ helped me to look for removalists that suits the time for both of the building I am moving out from and the building I am moving into. It took almost 2-3 days to settle my case as the time window for the move in/out are limited. However,...

Lara Dignam

I was searching for a removalist for a while before I came across these guys. They were fantastic. Great communication, reasonably priced, very friendly. Everything was simple and straightforward. Would definitely recommend .

Herschel Rego

Vince was incredibly helpful. We had a great experience with Moval. Would highly recommend them !

Chris Belyea

This service took the guesswork out of selecting a removalist. We had a heavy table and desk to move. They found a provider that could do the job, and when that provider had to pull out they quickly found another. When there was a change of...

Thazin Soe

I recently used Muval Removalist for my move, and I couldn't be happier with the service! The team was professional, efficient, and took great care of my belongings. They arrived on time, worked quickly, and made the whole process stress-fr...

Donna Allington

Excellent relocation service by Muval - Jamahl and super efficient! Made moving interstate a breeze with my belongings including my car! Highly recommend

Courtney Wright

My experience with Mitchell at Muval was smooth and efficient and exceeded my expectations. Having left moving to the last minute , he promptly found the best deal an had my removal sorted 2 days out from moving day which removed the stress...

Heather Rose

Our quote for our interstate move with Muval was exceptionally good value compared to another quote. Lauren is simply amazing to deal with, she walked us through the whole daunting process, her patience with my 101 questions is incredible. ...

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I have used Muval multiple times and theyve consistently deliveres on their promises. Their competitive pricing, clear communication and friendly customer service make every experience seamless. Alvin from Muval was especially helpful and a...

Rosina Wan

Extremely responsive and professional company. Thank you Bree for organising my removalists within 2 days of moving out of my apartment. Recommended a company who was affordable, efficient and professional. Thank you so much for making my m...

Tracey Ibrahim

Customer service was very helpful and professional. Everything went smoothly. Would definitely recommend to others.

Callie M

Had a lovely experience with Bree, communication was friendly and clear. Movers were professional, worked their butts off, managed to move everything in a single go. Very satisfied with the service and recommend giving them a go

Frequently asked questions

Learn from the moving experts. Can't find an answer? Call us on: 1300 168 825

The first thing to do once you’ve moved into your new home is to check the house. Check out Chapter 4 of our moving house guide for a detailed outline of what to do after you move.

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.

The packing service is not included in our standard pricing. Please check with our support team to get a quotation.

When looking at your kitchen, the industry standard is one book carton to each cupboard door.

It depends on your volume and which carrier we are using for your move. Some companies can delay the delivery by a day for an extra fee, but others may not be able to if the truck is only passing by your address and must continue driving.

Reading reviews is a great way to determine if a removalist is the right one for you. Platforms like Google, Product Review or Muval are great for this because they have built-in mechanisms to ensure reviews are from genuine people that have actually interacted with that business.

However, we advise to be cautions of moving companies with hundres of reviews and a perfect 5 star rating on these platforms as reviews unfortunately can be faked. Don't get us wrong: honest companies with a perfect 5 star rating do exist and they are excellent (we have a few on our platform!). But, given the nature of furniture removalist work, something, at some point, is bound to go wrong. Maybe the truck breaks down and is late for a job. Maybe someone accidentally trips and some items in a box are damaged. Whatever it is, accidents unfortunately do happen and these sorts of occassions rarely attract a 5 star rating.

Because of this, companies with a 4.5 or above rating are often just as good as a company with a perfect 5. So, we suggest, instead of looking for all 5-star reviews, take a look at a companies worst reviews and pay special attention to how they responded to the issue. Were they sympathetic? Did they respond promptly? Did they offer a resolution? Were they contactable for the customer to voice their concerns? These are the sorts of things that separate the best removalists from those who don't deliver a high level of service.

Read more about how to avoid dodgy removalists here.

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.

If you have the original TV box, please use it. You can also purchase TV storage/removal boxes from storage centres. If you don’t have a box and can’t source one, the removalist will use heavy-duty blankets to protect the TV.

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