Stress-Free Residential Moves Across Otago & Canterbury
Apartments, family homes and intercity relocations handled by a local, experienced team.
Why Choose Better Moves for Your Home Move?
Experienced local team
Highly trained movers who work across Dunedin and Christchurch daily.
Carpet-lined trucks
Furniture and flooring protected during loading and transport.
Flexible 7-day service
Move on the day that suits you, including weekends.
Trusted by organisations
Used by DCC, DSO and local businesses for high-care moves.
Moving home
Full home relocations, from studio units through to large family homes. We can handle loading, transport, and placement so you’re not living out of boxes for weeks.
- Careful wrapping and protection for furniture
- Clear timing and communication on move day
- Optional packing help if you want it
Intercity moves
Moving between cities or regions? We plan routes and timing properly, confirm access, and keep you updated so your move stays predictable.
- Intercity scheduling that fits your dates
- Protection for long-distance transport
- Clear plan for pickup and delivery windows
Pack and moves
Want to save time (and stress)? We can pack everything, do a partial pack, or just handle the fragile items. We can also supply packing materials.
- Full or partial packing options
- Protection for fragile items
- Boxes and materials available
Furniture delivery
Need a couch picked up from Marketplace, or a bulk furniture delivery handled properly? We deliver safely, including heavy and awkward items.
- Single item or multiple pieces
- Careful handling and placement
- Helpful for trades and store collections
Apartment moves
Tight access, stairwells, lifts, narrow entries, tricky parking, body corporate rules. We plan access and timing so it runs smoothly.
- Access planning and lift bookings
- Protection for tight corners and hallways
- Efficient loading for busy buildings
Where We Operate
Dunedin, Mosgiel, Christchurch and wider Otago and Canterbury. Regular runs to Central Otago and intercity moves with space for backloads.
Better Moves Dunedin
Better Moves Christchurch
Residential Moving FAQs
How much notice do I need?
We recommend 1–2 weeks for local moves and 2–3 weeks for intercity, especially in busy periods or around Gypsy Day.
Are my items insured?
Yes, we can arrange appropriate cover and our team handles everything carefully using carpet-lined trucks.
Can you supply packing materials?
Yes, we can supply boxes, wrap and protective materials or do the packing for you.
Do you work weekends?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling including weekends for residential moves.
Ready to Move?
Let’s make your move simple. Call or request a free quote today.