Is Backloading the Smart Choice for Your Move?
Backloads are ideal for interstate moves, only when you’re extremely flexible with the date and time of your move, why? firstly a backload isn’t a dedicated truck, you’re sharing space on another customers dedicated move either on the way to or on the way back.
This can be tricky to know the exact amount of space available until the dedicated customer has been loaded onto the truck(s), so there can be times where your Backload scheduled might not have the space (Cubic Meters) as the original dedicated interstate move has taken more space than they booked.
Hence flexibility, even though we’re very good at Tetris! we simply don’t have a crystal ball, So booking a dedicated interstate move is the best way to ensure your pick up and drop off are on the desired day and time you wish.
Backloading or a Dedicated Truck?
It depends on your move size, timing and budget.
Backloading is usually the better fit if you want a lower-cost interstate move and you’re happy to share truck space with other customers on the same route. You only pay for the space your items use, so it suits smaller moves, a few items, apartments and customers with flexible dates.
A sole-use truck gives you your own dedicated truck, fixed pickup and delivery dates and faster delivery. It suits full household moves and time-sensitive relocations. See our interstate removals page for more.
How Backloading Works
- Tell us your route, move size and preferred dates.
- We review your inventory, access details and delivery window.
- We confirm the timing and the space available on the truck.
- Our team collects, transports and delivers your items safely.
How Long Does a Backload Take?
Delivery times depend on your route. As a general guide:
- Sydney to Melbourne or Brisbane: usually next-day delivery
- North Queensland destinations: usually within 2 weeks
- Perth: usually within 5 weeks
We always confirm the expected pickup and delivery timeframe before you book, so you know what to expect.
Access for Large Interstate Trucks
Large interstate trucks can be up to 12 metres long and 4 metres high, so good access is important. If your street is narrow or has low trees, tight turns, low clearance, steep driveways or limited parking, let us know before booking. We will assess the access and recommend the best solution, which may be a smaller shuttle vehicle or a suitable loading point nearby.
Not sure which option suits you? Call us on 1300 883 117 and we will recommend the most cost-effective option for your move.
Our Backloading specialists are ready and waiting to see if we can Tetris your move onto a backload! Simply fill the form in below, Call us on 1300883117 or use the chat in the bottom right of your screen