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Movers in Howick & Botany

Trusted movers in Howick & Botany.

House, townhouse and apartment moves across Howick, Botany, Pakuranga and East Auckland, from an owner-operated team rated 4.9 on Google from 228 reviews.

Local knowledge

We know East Auckland.

East Auckland is a mix of established family homes around Howick, Pakuranga and Bucklands Beach, and newer, larger homes in Botany Downs, Dannemora, Flat Bush and Ormiston. Many homes are two storeys, with internal garages and open-plan living, and a full house can mean a lot of furniture.

From our Onehunga depot, the eastern suburbs are a short drive across the Panmure Bridge or along the South-Eastern Highway, so we can start your move early.

Suburbs we cover

Howick · Cockle Bay · Shelly Park · Mellons Bay · Bucklands Beach · Half Moon Bay · Pakuranga · Highland Park · Botany Downs · Dannemora · Flat Bush · Ormiston · East Tāmaki · Golflands

Planning your move

Moving in Howick & Botany: what to plan for.

Big two-storey homes

Larger homes in Flat Bush and Dannemora often have king beds, big dining tables and large sectional sofas upstairs. Tell us about your biggest pieces so we bring enough crew and blankets.

Coastal sections

Around Cockle Bay, Mellons Bay and Bucklands Beach, some homes sit on sloping sections with steps down to the door. Photos of the access help us plan.

Busy roads at peak times

Ti Rākau Drive, Pakuranga Road and Te Irirangi Drive slow down at peak times. A start outside the school run makes the day smoother.

Howick & Botany moving guide

Making your East Auckland move easier.

Townhouses and apartments near Botany Town Centre

Newer townhouse and apartment developments around Botany Town Centre and Flat Bush often have shared driveways, visitor parking only, and body corporate rules about moving times. Check the rules early and send them to us, and we’ll plan where the truck can park.

Howick village and Picton Street

Streets around Howick village are narrower and parking fills up on weekends. If you can, keep a space clear outside for the truck the night before.

Half Moon Bay and the ferry

Moving to or from Half Moon Bay? The marina and ferry terminal can get busy, so tell us if the property has a shared driveway or tight access.

Moving across Auckland

Leaving East Auckland for the North Shore or West Auckland means a longer drive across the city. We plan the route and start time to avoid the worst traffic.

Howick & Botany questions

Common questions about moving in East Auckland.

Can you move a large family home in one day?

Usually, yes. With the right truck size and crew, and packing done before the day, most family homes can be moved in a single day.

Do you pack as well?

Yes. We can pack your whole home or only the kitchen and fragile items, then unpack at the other end.

Which other areas nearby do you cover?

All of South and East Auckland, including Manukau and Papakura.

Services in Howick & Botany

Everything for your move.

Residential

House moves

Full-home moves, packed, protected and placed where you want them.

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Commercial

Office moves

Business relocations planned around your trading hours.

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Single items

Furniture moving

One piece or a few, including Marketplace pickups.

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Specialist

Art & antiques

Expert handling for heavy and valuable items.

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Cleaning

Exit cleans

Hand back the keys to a spotless home.

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Other areas

We cover all of Auckland.

Reviews

What our customers say.

4.9
★★★★★Based on 228 Google reviews
“The team were awesome, so fast and effective and treated all our furniture with such care. Extra points for the seamless navigation of the knarly driveway at the end!”
Hayley MostonGoogle
“Communication from the start was amazing, friendly and professional. They placed all my furniture exactly where I wanted it to go in my new home.”
Linda ElliottGoogle
“The new place had a very narrow staircase, yet nothing fazed them. They completely took the stress out of what could have been an overwhelming day.”
Jess KerrGoogle

Ready for an easier moving day?

Tell us what’s moving and where. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a plan.

4.9Google · 228 reviews

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