Moving Tips

After more than two decades in the removals industry, I’ve seen just about everything when it comes to moving. I’ve helped families transition smoothly into their new homes, but I’ve also stepped in to fix disasters caused by dodgy removalists—damaged furniture, lost boxes, and clients left stranded on moving day. That’s why one of the biggest…

1. The Real Cost of Moving Out for the First Time  Moving out for the first time? You probably are so excited as it is the start of self-reliance and accelerated personal growth but this transition requires your understanding of all financial commitments you must take on during this period. Financial preparation before and at the start of…

As Melbourne resident who’s been renting for a long time, I can say that Victoria’s rental agreements are usually complicated, one small mistake can have big economic implications and ruin your lease. As a business owner I see every year thousands of property owners and tenants experience the uncertainty and stress caused by unnecessary, often…

Did you know that Australians pay on average $163 a month to store all the stuff that we can’t keep at home? We thought we´d take a good look into the world of storage and give you the latest information relevant to Melbourne storage costs. Our team at North Removals operates within the moving and storage business, with unanimous five-star…

Did you know that 40% of pet owners find their cats suffer stress during a house move? A statistic like that emphasises just how sensitive our feline friends can be to change in their environment. Moving is an exciting time for us, but often confusing and stressful for our moggy. Every member of our expert removalist…

So, you are moving into your first apartment in Melbourne! Congratulations! Are you moving out of home for the first time? Or maybe this apartment is your first property purchase? Whatever your story is, it’s a very exciting time in your life, but we know it can be overwhelming too. You have a dedicated group…

As a homeowner, it’s easy to assume that you have a fair grasp of what your possessions are, how many items you have, and the amount of space you’ll need in a truck to transport everything to your new neighbourhood safely. However, this assumption could be false. It’s easy to miscalculate the size of the…

The process of moving to a new home involves substantial challenges for melbournians along with their animal companions. Evidence shows that half of the relocated dog population experience stress during or after the move. We at North Removals recognise the essential importance of moving house with dogs so we created this article that contains a…

Here at North Removals, we know that moving a fridge lying it on its side can be difficult. While it can be done, there are important steps to take to prevent damaging your appliance. Here’s a fast and thorough guide to 10 do’s and don’ts for safely transporting a refrigerator on its side. Related article: How to…

Struggling with how to move a fridge upstairs? At North Removals we know very well that moving a fridge upstairs can be a challenge! Correct tools along with team collaboration and these expert recommendations enable safe and efficient fridge relocation. The following step-by-step instructions will safeguard your fridge from getting damaged during the moving operation.…