Frequently Asked Questions.
Our FAQ section is here to help you with any questions about our removalist services. It will help you understand what Boss Removals & Logistics offers. If you are removalist your home or office, this section can help. It provides answers for furniture removal and storage solutions. Use this information to make your removalist process easier.
General Pricing & Service FAQs
How much does it cost for booking removalists services in Melbourne?
Answer: In Melbourne removalists services usually cost between $110 and $220 per hour. The total cost of services depends largely on the size of the truck the person needs and the number of people the person hires.
How much are the charges generally for house removals in Melbourne?
Answer: For a 1- 2 bedroom house the movers usually charge between $350 to $700. For a 3 - 4 bedroom house the cost usually goes between $800 - $1,800+ depending on the number of furniture items, the number of movers and accessibility of the house.
What are the charges for the services of Boss Removals & Logistics per hour?
Answer: Boss Removals & Logistics hourly rates begin at market prices that are competitive. The price depends on what the move needs—whether the person needs a two-man crew with a medium truck or a larger crew, for a heavy house move.
Do you have a booking time?
Answer: Yes we have a 2-hour minimum booking period for all local Melbourne relocations followed by half-hourly increments.
Do your removalist prices include GST?
Answer: Yes all quotes provided by Boss Removals & Logistics are completely transparent and fully inclusive of GST.
Is there a call-out or travel fee?
Answer: We charge a fixed travel fee to cover fuel and depot travel time to and from your locations.
Can I receive a quote from Boss Removals & Logistics at the time of booking?
Answer: Of course, you can ask for a no-obligation quote online or over the phone after you are done providing your proper move details.
Do you offer fixed-price removalist services?
Answer: Yes we offer fixed-rate packages for defined full-house relocations as well as flexible hourly rates.
Can I book removalists on notice?
Answer: We frequently accommodate notice and last-minute bookings whenever our schedule permits.
Do you offer same-day removalist services in Melbourne?
Answer: That depends on the truck availability and our team. Then we can arrange same-day removalist services, across metropolitan Melbourne.
How early should I book my removalist?
Answer: We recommend you to book 1 to 2 weeks in advance for end-of-month dates and weekends. This can make chances more possible to get the dates as per your schedules.
Do you provide removalist services on weekends also?
Answer: Yes we offer our services 7 days a week including Saturdays and Sundays to match your schedule and to make your move comfortable.
Do you provide removalist services on holidays?
Answer: We do operate on public holidays by prior appointment though surcharge rates may apply.
What is included in your removalist service?
Answer: Our service includes secure loading, safe transit, unloading, furniture dismantling/ reassembly and using best quality blankets and straps.
How long does it take for a general house move?
Answer: A 1-2 bedroom generally takes 2 to 4 hours whereas a house with 3-4 bedrooms takes a maximum 5 to 8 hours.
What can affect the charges of a removalist job?
Answer: The key factors to affect the charges are the number of items, distance between properties, access to stairs or lift, parking facility in front of the house and additional services like unpacking.
How many movers do I need for my move?
Answer: Two movers are enough for 1-2 bedroom homes. Larger than 3 bedroom properties or heavy specialty items usually need 3 to 4 movers for quick and safe move.
How do I choose the removalist in Melbourne?
Answer: Look for pricing, solid local reviews, clear insurance policies, proper equipment and experienced full-time staff.
Why should I choose Boss Removals & Logistics?
Answer: We deliver service, experienced movers, heavy-duty protective gear and fair upfront rates without hidden surprise fees.
Do you provide removalist services throughout Melbourne?
Answer: Yes we service all metropolitan Melbourne areas inner-city precincts and surrounding Victorian suburbs.
House Moving FAQs
Do you provide house removalists in Melbourne?
Answer: Yes, house moves of all sizes are the core of our business across Melbourne.
Can Boss Removals & Logistics move a one-bedroom home?
Answer: Definitely. We efficiently handle unit and one-bedroom house moves keeping costs low with compact trucks.
Can you move a two-bedroom house or a studio apartment?
Answer: Yes a two-bedroom property is easy to shift on a trip by our standard team of two movers.
Can you help me move for a three-bedroom house?
Answer: Yes we are skilled to manage medium-to-large trucks and dedicated movers to complete three-bedroom shifting in a day.
Can you help me move for a four-bedroom house?
Answer: We frequently move four-bedroom homes using our 8-tonne vehicles or multi-truck dispatch setups.
Can you move a family home?
Answer: Yes we assign teams and multi-truck setups to move high-volume family properties smoothly.
Can you move furniture between two homes?
Answer: Yes we handle household transfers as well as partial furniture drops between multiple locations.
Can you move furniture between suburbs?
Answer: Cross-suburb transfers across Melbourne are a part of our daily removalist services.
Can you help with loading and unloading?
Answer: Every booking includes manual loading, vehicle securing and placement in your target rooms.
Do your movers handle furniture?
Answer: Our team is equipped with lifting straps and dollies to safely move heavy timber and metal furnishings.
Can your team dismantle furniture before moving?
Answer: Yes we bring tools to take apart bed frames, dining tables and modular desks so they can be moved safely.
Can your movers put together the furniture at the destination?
Answer: We are happy to assemble all the furniture that was taken apart and place it exactly where it belongs in your new home.
Do I need to pack everything myself before the movers arrive?
Answer: Unless you choose our packing service all loose items must be packed into boxes, sealed with tape before our crew arrives.
How should I prepare my house for moving day?
Answer: Clear all pathways, dismantle electronics, pack smaller belongings into strong boxes and make sure a parking spot is available for our truck.
What should I do before Boss Removals & Logistics arrive?
Answer: Make sure all boxes are securely sealed, keep fridge contents cool in coolers or esky containers and carry valuables and keys with you.
Apartment and Unit Removalists
Do you provide apartment removalists in Melbourne?
Answer: Yes our teams are experienced in handling moves inside apartment buildings, high-rise towers and tight unit entrances.
Can you move furniture from high-rise apartments?
Answer: We regularly manage high-rise moves by using service lifts and basement docks to load and unload efficiently.
Can your movers use apartment lifts?
Answer: Yes we use goods lifts when allowed and we add blankets if building rules require them to protect elevators.
Do I need to book the building lift before moving day?
Answer: Yes booking the building lift through body corporate ahead of time ensures we have access and avoids delays.
Can you move furniture up and down stairs?
Answer: Our movers are skilled at carrying furniture up and down many flights of stairs safely and without damage.
Do stairs affect the cost of a removalist job?
Answer: Stairs can make the job take longer because of the time needed to handle items carefully. This might extend the hours we work. We don’t add extra charges just for stairs. There are no fees for stairs.
Can you move furniture through staircases?
Answer: Yes we can. We use techniques to tilt or angle furniture and we take things apart when needed so even bulky items can fit through tight staircases.
What happens if my apartment has restricted access?
Answer: If access is limited we use shuttle vehicles or long-run trolleys to move items from narrow paths to our main truck. This helps us keep the process smooth and avoids delays.
Can you move apartments in Melbourne CBD?
Answer: Yes we regularly move apartments in Melbourne CBD. We follow city rules, respect dock times and plan around traffic to make sure everything runs on time.
Can you move between apartments in the building?
Answer: Yes we offer moves within the same building. This is great for people who are changing floors or units in the complex. We handle the move, with care.
Furniture Removal FAQs
Do you provide furniture removal services in Melbourne?
Answer: Yes we can remove all furniture. We handle house loads or just a single big item.
Can you move large sofas?
Answer: Our crew can move any sofa from pieces to heavy recliners and even plush leather sofas. We use plastic wraps to keep them safe.
Can you move beds and mattresses?
Answer: We take apart bed frames. We cover mattresses with plastic. Put them back together at your new home.
Can you move wardrobes and cabinets?
Answer: Yes we move wooden wardrobes, glass cabinets and tallboys safely. We use straps.
Can you move refrigerators and washing machines?
Answer: We use trolleys to move refrigerators, washing machines and dryers. They stay free of dents and floors stay clean.
Can you move dining tables and chairs?
Answer: We wrap table tops, protect chair legs and take apart tables so nothing gets hurt on the way.
Can you move TVs and other electronics?
Answer: Yes we wrap flat‑screen TVs and audio gear. We use padded covers or their original boxes.
Can you move fragile furniture?
Answer: Antique glass, marble tops and fragile furniture get padding in quilted blankets. They are secured tight during travel.
Can you move heavy or oversized furniture?
Answer: Our crew uses lifting harnesses, dollies and ramps to move items safely.
Can you move pianos and other specialty items?
Answer: Yes we have trained teams and equipment to move pianos, pool tables and heavy safes.
Does Boss Removals & Logistics provide packing services?
Answer: Yes we provide full‑service packing and partial packing. We make moving easier.
Can your movers pack my entire house?
Answer: Our packers can box everything in your home. From kitchen glassware to bedroom wardrobes, all ready, before move day.
Do you provide moving boxes and packing materials?
Answer: We supply boxes, bubble wrap packing paper and strong tape when you ask.
Can you wrap furniture before transporting it?
Answer: Every piece of furniture is wrapped in blankets or shrink‑wrap before it leaves your home.
Do you use moving blankets to protect furniture?
Answer: Yes, our trucks have quilted blankets. They cover all wood, leather and glass surfaces.
How do you protect furniture during a move?
Answer: We protect furniture during a move by using blankets, plastic shrinkwrap, corner protectors and heavy tie‑down straps inside the truck. Furniture stays safe because of these measures.
Can you help pack items?
Answer: We can help pack items. Our team uses bubble wrap. Butcher’s paper to wrap each piece of fine china, glassware and artwork individually. Fragile items are handled with care.
Can you pack kitchen items and household belongings?
Answer: Yes we can pack kitchen items and household belongings. Kitchen packing is an add‑on service that keeps breakables completely safe.
Do I need to provide my boxes?
Answer: You can use your boxes or we can give you high‑quality commercial cartons. You do not need to provide your boxes.
Can I book packing and removal services together?
Answer: Yes you can book packing and removal together. We can pack your home the day before. Move it the next morning.
What size removalist truck do I need?
Answer: The size of the removalist truck depends on your home size. Small 3‑to‑4 tonne trucks fit 1‑to‑2 bedroom homes while 6‑to‑8 tonne trucks fit 3‑to‑4 bedroom homes.
What size trucks does Boss Removals & Logistics provide?
Answer: Boss Removals & Logistics has trucks that range from 3‑tonne trucks to massive 8‑tonne high‑volume pantechs.
Can I book a 3‑tonne removalist truck?
Answer: Yes you can book a 3‑tonne removalist truck. A 3‑tonne truck is ideal for studio apartments, small unit moves or single‑item transport.
Can I book a 4‑tonne removalist truck?
Answer: Yes you can book a 4‑tonne removalist truck. Our 4‑tonne trucks balance. Maneuverability for 1‑to‑2 bedroom homes.
Can I book a 6‑tonne removalist truck?
Answer: Yes you can book a 6‑tonne removalist truck. Our 6‑tonne trucks are built to handle 3‑bedroom family home moves in one trip.
Can I book an 8‑tonne removalist truck?
Answer: Yes you can book an 8‑tonne removalist truck. Our 8‑tonne pantechs are designed for large 4‑plus bedroom homes that have furniture.
Which truck is best for a three‑bedroom house?
Answer: A 6‑tonne truck is the fit for a fully furnished three‑bedroom house.
Which truck is best for a four‑bedroom house?
Answer: An 8‑tonne truck or two smaller vehicles if street access is tight is best for a four‑bedroom home.
Can I book a truck to reduce the number of trips?
Answer: Yes you can book a truck to reduce the number of trips. Choosing a truck saves overall move time by fitting everything into one trip.
Do your removalist trucks have hydraulic tail lifts?
Answer: Yes, our removal trucks have tail lifts. These lifts help load items like slate tables, fridges and pianos safely.
Do you provide trolleys and moving equipment?
Answer: All trucks come with trolleys, flatbed dollies, ramps and tools. You do not pay extra for this equipment.
Do your movers use furniture straps?
Answer: Yes, our movers use heavy‑duty webbing straps. These straps anchor every piece of furniture to the truck’s rails.
How do you secure furniture inside the truck?
Answer: Furniture is stacked tightly inside the truck. Thick blankets cushion the furniture and industrial wall straps tie it down.
What happens if everything doesn’t fit in one truck?
Answer: If everything does not fit in one truck our team will do a second trip or send a backup vehicle.
Can I book removalist trucks for a large move?
Answer: Yes you can book removalist trucks for a large move. We will send trucks and larger crews for massive residential or commercial moves.
Insurance & Protection
Is Boss Removals & Logistics insured?
Answer: Yes we carry both Goods in Transit and Public Liability insurance so you're covered from start to finish.
What insurance does a removalist need?
Answer: A legit mover needs Public Liability to protect the property and Transit Insurance to cover your belongings while they're on the road.
Are my belongings covered during the move?
Answer: Yes your items are protected under our transit policy against vehicle accidents or unexpected transit damage as outlined in our terms.
What happens if my furniture is damaged during the move?
Answer: It rarely happens. If something gets bumped just let our crew know right away. We’ll take photos, document it and get our claims team on it immediately.
What special do you do to protect furniture from scratches and damage?
Answer: We wrap each piece in quilted blankets and shrink wrap before it leaves the room then secure it to carpeted timber rails inside the truck.
Do your movers use blankets and protective equipment?
Answer: Definitely. Every truck carries over 50 furniture blankets, plastic wrap doorframe guards and heavy-duty webbing straps.
What should I do if I notice damage after the move?
Answer: Snap a photo and send it to our customer care team within 24 to 48 hours so we can look into it and sort things out for you.
Melbourne & Local Moving FAQs
Which Melbourne suburbs does Boss Removals & Logistics service?
Answer: We cover all of Greater Melbourne—North, South, East, West and everywhere in between.
Do you provide removalists in Melbourne CBD?
Answer: Yes we do CBD moves all the time. We handle loading dock bookings, street parking and service lift access without the stress.
Do you provide removalists in Melbourne’s suburbs?
Answer: Yep we cover the east from inner spots like Kew and Hawthorn all the way out to Ringwood and the hills.
Do you provide removalists in Melbourne’s suburbs?
Answer: Absolutely. We’re regularly moving clients through Footscray Point Cook, Werribee, Sunshine and nearby areas.
Do you provide removalists in Melbourne’s suburbs?
Answer: Yes, northern suburbs are a part of our daily runs—including Brunswick, Essendon, Preston, Craigieburn and Aberfeldie.
Do you provide removalists in Melbourne’s suburbs?
Answer: We sure do. We run through St Kilda, Brighton, Bayside and down toward Frankston.
Do you provide removalist services from Melbourne?
Answer: Yes we are professional enough to handle interstate moves from Melbourne up to Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane and Adelaide.
Can you help me move from Melbourne to another city?
Answer: Yes we regularly do long-hauls to Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton and the Mornington Peninsula.
Moving-Day FAQs
How do I book Boss Removals & Logistics?
Answer: Just give us a call or fill out the quote form on our site and we’ll get your date locked in.
What information do I need to provide when booking?
Answer: We just need both addresses, property details (like stairs, lifts or tricky parking) , your preferred date and a rough idea of what you're moving.
What happens after I confirm my removalist booking?
Answer: We’ll send over a written confirmation email detailing your move date, arrival window, crew setup and locked-in pricing.
What time will my removalists arrive?
Answer: If you’ve got a morning slot we’ll be there on the dot. For afternoon runs we call ahead to give you live ETA updates so you're not left waiting.
What should I have ready when the removalists arrive?
Answer: Have your boxes taped up, clear a path to the door, hold a parking spot if you can and keep pets in a quiet room so we can jump straight to work.
Service Details
Home removals, office relocations, packing and unpacking, specialty item care, climate-controlled storage, and interstate logistics—customized to your timeline and budget.