Aussie Mates / Moving tips

Move day starts before moving day.

Moving with mates makes the day easier. These guides help you send the details that matter and prepare the awkward parts ahead of time.

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Getting a clear quote

A quote is easier to assess when it reflects the items, access and timing of the actual move.

  • Send the pickup and delivery suburbs, plus any stairs, lifts, narrow entries or parking limits.
  • Share a room-by-room item list and point out heavy, fragile or unusually shaped pieces.
  • Add clear photos of bulky items and access points when words do not tell the whole story.
  • Include your preferred date and any timing limits so availability can be checked properly.

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Moving-day checklist

A few practical checks before the crew arrives can keep doors, walkways and decisions clear.

  • Finish packing loose items and label boxes by room before moving day.
  • Keep keys, medicines, chargers, paperwork and day-one essentials with you.
  • Reserve lift access or parking where required and clear a safe path to larger furniture.
  • Walk through both addresses and confirm which items are moving before loading begins.

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Furniture & appliance preparation

Preparing bulky items helps everyone understand what needs lifting, wrapping or dismantling.

  • Empty drawers and cupboards, then secure doors and removable shelves.
  • Measure large pieces against doorways, lifts and stair turns at both addresses.
  • Disconnect and drain appliances in line with the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Photograph cable connections and keep screws or fittings together in labelled bags.

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Local vs planned interstate moves

Local moves can often be assessed around access and time; longer routes need more detail before a plan is confirmed.

  • For a local move, share both suburbs, access details and a realistic item list.
  • For an interstate enquiry, send the full route, preferred window and any date flexibility.
  • Identify items that need special handling and anything that will not travel with the main load.
  • Wait for the route, timing and scope to be reviewed before treating an estimate as confirmed.

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