Local moving FAQs
Local moving FAQs
Moving locally around Bundaberg should feel straightforward, but most people still have plenty of questions about how the process works. We’ve put together answers to the most common questions so you know exactly what to expect from your move, your movers, and your moving day.
A local move generally includes relocations within the Bundaberg region and surrounding suburbs such as Bargara, Moore Park Beach, Childers, Gin Gin, Burnett Heads, Woodgate and areas. If you’re moving anywhere within this region, our team can assist with full-service packing, transport, and storage when needed.
If you’re moving further afield, we can still help with arranging moves through Austate Removals.
Where possible, yes. Because our team and trucks are based locally, we can often assist with short-notice relocations. Availability varies depending on the time of year, so booking early is always recommended.
Every move is handled by qualified and trained staff who manage your furniture and personal effects safely using purpose-built equipment and vehicles. Our service includes loading, transport, unloading and placement of your items into the rooms you’ve nominated.
Yes. Professional packing is one of the easiest ways to save time and reduce stress. Our packers can come and get everything packed and organised so that everything is ready for the removalist. You can choose a full-house pack, selected-item packing, or simply purchase packing materials.
Flat-pack furniture and kit-style items are best dismantled prior to moving, as they are not designed to travel fully assembled. If you prefer, our team can take care of this for you, ensuring safe transport and reassembly at your new home.
Yes. We regularly move pianos, pool tables, antiques and other heavy or fragile items. Bundaberg Removals & Storage has specialised equipment and trained technicians specifically for piano relocations, ensuring careful handling and protection of both the instrument and your home.
Some helpful steps include:
- Setting aside essential first-night items
- Labelling boxes clearly with your name and the destination room
- Planning a rough layout of your new home to help with furniture placement
- Ensuring pets are safely managed on moving day
Yes. We provide secure storage and can pick up your things, move them to storage and then move them to your new place when ready. This can make everything, especially waiting for settlement, so much easier.
Absolutely. Bundaberg Removals & Storage is licensed to offer removal insurance advice and cover, giving you added peace of mind during your move.
Packing FAQs
Packing is one of the biggest tasks involved in moving, and many customers aren’t sure where to start. Below are answers to the most common questions people ask about preparing their belongings, protecting fragile items and deciding whether to pack themselves or use our professional packing service.
Using proper removal cartons makes a significant difference. Strong, purpose-designed moving boxes protect your belongings and allow our team to move them quickly and safely.
Our professional packers use high-quality materials, including:
- Clean white wrapping paper
- Acid-free tissue for delicate items
- Lined bubble wrap
- Specially designed cartons for books, clothes, crockery, china, artwork and pictures
These materials ensure your belongings are protected and properly organised for safe transport and unloading.
Yes. You can book packing for individual items, specific rooms or the entire home. Many customers choose to have only their kitchen, artwork, antiques or fragile collections professionally packed, while completing the rest themselves. We also offer custom crating for delicate or unusual items if needed.
If you’re packing yourself, it’s best to start early - well before moving week - to avoid last-minute stress. Begin with items you don’t use daily, then work through each room gradually.
If our team is packing for you, we will arrange a suitable time depending on how much you have and when the moving truck is coming.
Correct packing is one of the most important factors in preventing breakages. Our trained staff follow proven techniques for wrapping, boxing, stacking, and handling fragile items. They also use protective materials inside the home to cover floors, doorways and staircases, ensuring careful handling throughout the process.
Some of the most frequent issues include:
- Overfilling boxes until they are too heavy to lift safely
- Using irregular-sized cartons that don’t stack well on the truck
- Leaving breakables unwrapped or loosely packed
- Not labelling boxes clearly
- Packing liquids or cleaning products incorrectly
Yes. We offer a full unpacking service, where items are unboxed, placed into cupboards and cabinets, and all packing materials are taken away. This allows you to settle into your new home more quickly without the usual moving-day (or week) chaos.
Yes. We can pack items for storage, deceased estates, renovations, and non-moving situations.
Yes. If you prefer to pack yourself, you can buy professional-grade boxes and materials directly from us. This ensures your belongings are packed using the same reliable supplies our team uses. Contact us for more information.
Simply request a free quote, and our team will guide you through the packing options, materials, and service levels that best suit your home and timeline.
Storage FAQs
Storing your belongings can be part of a local move, a renovation, or a transition between homes. Below are the most common questions we receive about preparing items for secure short- or long-term storage, along with guidance to help keep your belongings in the best possible condition.
Before items go into storage, it’s important they are clean, dry and properly wrapped. Our team wraps furniture in clean padding to protect surfaces and prevent scratches during handling or stacking. Fabric items are placed in protective plastic covers to keep them free from dust, pests and moisture while in storage. If you’re preparing items yourself, wiping them down and ensuring they are completely dry will help prevent mould or odours.
Where possible, dismantling large or flat-pack furniture is recommended. Kit-style furniture is more likely to weaken or warp if stored while fully assembled. Removing legs from tables, disassembling bed frames, and securing hardware in a clearly labelled bag makes reassembly much easier later. If preferred, our trained team can do this for you before the items are wrapped and placed into storage.
Yes. Fragile and high-value items can be stored safely when packed securely. Our packing materials include acid-free tissue, lined bubble wrap, and specialised cartons designed for china, glassware, books, clothes and artwork. If you’re packing these items yourself, always wrap each piece individually and avoid leaving empty space inside boxes.
Appliances such as fridges, washing machines and microwaves should be cleaned thoroughly and completely dried before storage. For fridges and freezers, doors should be left slightly open to prevent mould growth. If cords or components are removable, secure them inside a labelled bag taped to the appliance.
Some items are unsuitable for storage due to safety or hygiene concerns. These generally include:
- Perishable food
- Open liquids or cleaning chemicals
- Flammable or hazardous substances
- Items that are damp or mould-affected
Keeping storage modules clean and dry helps preserve your belongings and maintain a safe facility.
We can arrange for storage almost anywhere in Australia. Bundaberg is good value for money, but we have also provided storage solutions that are closer to where your new home will be. Contact us, and we can work out what’s best for you.
You can store items for as short or as long as you need. Many customers store belongings for only a few days during a move, while others store long-term during renovations or life transitions. Our storage modules remain sealed and protected until you request access or redelivery.
Labelling boxes clearly helps both you and our team. Marking cartons by room and content type makes it easier to retrieve items later and allows for organised stacking inside storage modules. It also ensures easier unpacking when your belongings are delivered to your new address.
Simply let us know during your free quote request that you may need short- or long-term storage. We’ll coordinate packing, handling and placement into secure modules as part of your overall moving plan.
