how much does a removal cost?
one price. fixed. guaranteed.
"we built this page because we were tired of pricing grids full of asterisks, footnotes and 'from' figures that meant nothing. here, everything is visible. everything is contractual."
— lucie, co-founder minougo
pricing summary — source: minougo partner data 2026
studio local
A$550–950
off-peak season
2-bed local
A$950–1,600
most booked
3-bed / house
A$1,750–4,200
by volume & distance
sydney → melbourne
from A$1,200
~870 km, 2-bed
peak season (dec–feb)
+20 to +30%
built into fixed price
removalist confirmed
< 48h
contractual, guaranteed
fixed price grid 2026
guaranteed prices by home size. off-peak weekday rates. click "get my price" for your personalised quote including exact access constraints.
| home type | size | local removal | long distance |
|---|---|---|---|
studio e.g. studio apartment, 1-bed unit | < 30 m² | from A$550 | from A$950 |
2-bedroom most booked on minougo AU | 30–60 m² | from A$950 | from A$1,450 |
3-bedroom e.g. family home, townhouse | 60–90 m² | from A$1,750 | from A$2,400 |
4+ bed / house e.g. large family home, 5+ rooms | > 90 m² | from A$2,400 | from A$3,200 |
indicative prices — your exact fixed price depends on your access constraints (floor, lift, parking), date and chosen add-ons.
included in the base price
- one-way transport (origin → destination)
- loading and unloading
- basic protection (furniture blankets, straps)
- standard furniture assembly/disassembly
- removalist public liability insurance
- confirmed within 48h by a verified removalist
available add-ons (not included by default)
- full packing service (optional add-on)
- supply of boxes and packing materials (optional add-on)
- furniture lift/crane (optional if required)
- short-term storage (optional add-on)
- transit insurance for high-value items (optional — recommended for items over A$1,500)
add-ons are selectable during the inventory — their cost is built into the final fixed price.
seasonal surcharges
demand in australia follows a predictable calendar. these surcharges are built into your fixed price during the inventory — they do not get added afterwards.
base rate
march → november
+20 to +30%
december → february
+20%
weekend (sat/sun)
+25 to +35%
christmas – new year (peak)
tip for december–january: this is the peak period for removals in australia — high demand from christmas moves, lease end dates, and the summer holiday rush. book at least 4–6 weeks in advance. available slots fill up fast after mid-november.
interstate removal routes
for interstate removals, your removalist does the complete run. guaranteed fixed prices based on minougo partner data 2026.
| route | distance | from | typical profile |
|---|---|---|---|
| sydney → melbourne | ~870 km | from A$1,200 | professional relocation, 2-bed |
| sydney → brisbane | ~920 km | from A$1,350 | family move, 3-bed |
| melbourne → brisbane | ~1,750 km | from A$1,500 | interstate move |
| sydney → canberra | ~290 km | from A$750 | public servant relocation, 2-bed |
| melbourne → adelaide | ~730 km | from A$900 | studio, young professional |
why traditional quotes fall apart — and how fixed pricing changes that
with a traditional quote
- the removalist does a walk-through (sometimes) or estimates by eye
- they give you a quote 'subject to change' with a 15–30% buffer
- on the day, if volume exceeds the estimate, they can charge extra
- you have no contractual protection on the original quote
- result: the "final" price can exceed the quote by A$300–A$900
with the minougo fixed price
- you declare your complete inventory in 90 seconds
- the price is calculated instantly with all parameters
- the removalist accepts the job — they cannot revise it afterwards
- any change requires your written agreement (signed addendum)
- result: the displayed price is the price paid. full stop.
questions about pricing
1why is the price fixed on minougo?
because the price is calculated from your complete inventory before booking. the removalist accepts the job with full knowledge of your volume, access constraints and date. they cannot change it without your written agreement. it's the same logic as a fixed airline ticket — once you book, the price is locked.
2what does the base price include?
transport, loading, unloading, basic protection (furniture blankets, straps), standard furniture assembly/disassembly, and the removalist's public liability insurance. optional add-ons (packing, boxes, lift, extended transit insurance) are shown at booking — their cost is built into the final fixed price.
3are there any surcharges?
yes, in two known cases: peak season (december–february, +20 to +30%) and weekends (+20%). these surcharges are displayed and locked in during the inventory — they are part of the guaranteed fixed price. they don't get added after booking. you see the final price before confirming.
4how does minougo compare to getting traditional quotes?
a traditional quote is an estimate. the removalist can adjust on the day if the volume differs, the truck is too small, or parking is an issue. the minougo fixed price is a contractual commitment: the removalist has accepted your complete inventory. they cannot adjust anything without your signature.
5does the summer peak affect all removals in australia?
yes — december to february is uniformly the most expensive period for removals in australia, driven by the christmas–new year rush and the summer moving season. with minougo, any surcharge is shown and locked in at the time of booking. if you have flexibility, a thursday move in april is typically 30–40% cheaper than a saturday in january.
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