Local Moves

Local Movers South Africa

Moving to a new home doesn’t always mean moving far. Whether you’re relocating across town, to another suburb or to a different part of South Africa, Pickfords can help make the move easier.

As an experienced local moving company, we provide professional household and furniture removals for families and individuals throughout South Africa. From packing and loading to transportation and delivery, our moving teams take care of your belongings throughout the relocation process.

With a nationwide network of branches and more than 120 years of moving experience, Pickfords has the knowledge and resources to manage local removals of different sizes, from smaller household moves to complete home relocations. Our moving company is proud to be FAIM certified, placing us among South Africa’s top-tier professional removal companies for exceptional service quality.

Why Choose Pickfords for Your Local Move?

Choosing the right removal company can make a big difference on moving day. You need a team that arrives prepared, handles your belongings with care and precision and keeps you updated every step of the way.

We understand that moving, whether a few streets away or to another province, can be a life-changing experience and often stressful event. That’s why choosing an experienced moving company like Pickfords is key to ensuring a smooth relocation process, providing you with peace of mind.

When moving with Pickfords, you benefit from:

• Experienced local moving teams
• Professional packing and wrapping services
• Careful handling of furniture,household belongings and fragile items
• A nationwide network of Pickfords branches
• Door-to-door household removals
• Secure storage options when required
• Moving solutions based on the size and requirements of your move

Whether you’re moving a few streets away or relocating from Cape Town to Pretoria, our team can help plan the move around your requirements.

Our Local Moving Services

Every household move is different. Some customers need help with the entire move, while others simply need a reliable team to collect, transport and deliver their belongings. We offer a range of local removal services that are specifically tailored to your needs. Whether you need full-service support or minimal involvement, our Pickfords staff are committed to meeting your individual needs through our excellent provision of customer care.

Household Removals

Moving from a house, townhouse or apartment? Our household removal services can be planned around the size of your home and the amount of furniture and belongings that require removal.

Furniture Removals

Large and heavy furniture can be difficult to move without the right equipment and experience. Our teams carefully handle furniture during collection, loading, transportation and delivery to your new home.

Packing and Wrapping

If you don’t have the time to pack everything yourself, our moving team can assist with professional packing. Appropriate packing materials are used to help protect furniture, household items and fragile belongings while they are being handled and transported.

Storage During Your Move

Sometimes the dates don’t line up perfectly. You may need to leave your current property before your new home is ready.
Pickfords offers storage facilities for customers who need a secure space to store their belongings before, during or after a move.

Free Home Survey

Before your move, Pickfords will conduct a free home survey to assess your belongings and moving requirements. This helps us determine the estimated costs, resources and time needed for your move, allowing us to plan your relocation effectively.

Dedicated Move Coordinator

From the initial planning through to the completion of your move, you’ll have a dedicated Move Coordinator overseeing your relocation. They will be your main point of contact throughout the process, helping to coordinate the move and ensuring everything is managed from start to finish.

How Our Local Moving Process Works

A well-planned move is usually a much easier move. Our team will work with you before moving day so that we understand what needs to be moved and where it needs to go.

1. Request a Quote – Inform us of your moving requirements, including where you’re moving from, where you’re moving to and what needs to be moved.
2. Assess Your Move – We determine the size and requirements of your household move.
3. Plan the Move – Our team coordinates the collection, transport and delivery arrangements.
4. Packing and Loading – Your belongings are packed where required and carefully loaded for transport.
5. Transport – Your household goods are transported to your new address.
6. Delivery – Your belongings are unloaded at your new home.

Local and Long-Distance Moves Across South Africa

Pickfords provides local and domestic removals throughout South Africa.

Our nationwide branch network enables us to assist customers moving within major cities as well as people relocating from one part of the country to another.

Popular moving destinations include:

• Moving to Cape Town
• Moving to Johannesburg
• Moving to Pretoria
• Moving to Durban
• Moving to Port Elizabeth / Gqeberha
• Other destinations within South Africa

So, whether you’re moving within Cape Town or relocating your household from Johannesburg to Durban, you can work with one moving company throughout the process.

How Much Does a Local Move Cost?

There isn’t one fixed price for a household move because every relocation is different, with varying requirements.

The cost of local furniture removals will usually depend on factors such as:

• The amount of furniture and belongings being moved
• Distance between the collection and delivery addresses
• Accessibility at both properties
• Packing requirements
• Number of movers required
• Size of the moving vehicle required
• Storage requirements, if applicable
• Any special or unusually heavy items that need to be moved

The best way to establish the cost of your move is to request a quotation with our moving company based on your actual moving requirements.

Preparing for Moving Day

A little preparation can save a lot of time on moving day.

Start by going through belongings you no longer need rather than paying to move items you’re unlikely to use again. Think carefully about your new home and leave behind items that may not be necessary to bring into your new space. For example, if you are moving into an apartment building, you might need to consider selling or giving away your pool cleaning equipment. Pack personal essentials separately, clearly label boxes and make sure the moving team can easily access your property.

If you live in an apartment complex or gated estate, check whether there are restrictions on moving vehicles or specific moving hours. It’s also worth arranging lift access in advance where necessary.

For larger household moves, booking your removal company early gives you more time to organise the details without having to rush everything during the final few days.

Frequently Asked Questions About Local Moves

Planning a Local Move?

Whether you’re moving around the corner or relocating your household across South Africa, Pickfords can help you plan the journey.

Tell us where you’re moving to and what you need transported, and we’ll provide a quotation based on your requirements.