Movers in Singapore — Complete Guide (2026)

In This Guide

1. What to Look For When Hiring
2. Typical Price Ranges
3. HDB vs Condo vs Landed
4. Red Flags to Watch Out For
5. All 190 Verified Providers
6. Movers by Location
7. FAQ

Moving house in Singapore is one of the more stressful logistics any homeowner deals with, and the gap between a smooth move and a disaster is mostly about the mover you pick. Damaged furniture, missing boxes, overcharging at the destination, and last-minute no-shows are all common complaints on consumer forums. Whether you're moving between HDB flats, shifting into a condo with strict lift protection rules, or relocating a landed home with 30 years of accumulated furniture, this guide covers how to vet movers, what proper insurance looks like, and what you should be paying. All movers on KakiList carry ACRA registration, LTA-registered vehicles, and verified Google reviews.

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Legitimate movers carry ACRA business registration, LTA-registered commercial vehicles (check the lorry's vehicle log card if on-site), and — crucially — goods-in-transit insurance. Ask for the insurance certificate and coverage limit in writing; S$50,000-100,000 minimum is standard for a 4-bedroom move. Without this, if the mover drops your Vitra sofa down the stairwell, you're paying for a new one.

Insist on an on-site survey for any move above HDB 3-room. A phone quote based on 'roughly 30 boxes' almost always balloons on the day — the mover shows up, finds twice the volume, and demands a surcharge. A proper surveyor walks through, counts items, notes access constraints (landed staircase turns, condo service lift dimensions), and gives a fixed quote.

Ask about packing materials and team size. A 4-bedroom move needs 4-5 movers, a 14-foot lorry, at least 80 boxes, bubble wrap for furniture, and blankets for corners. Companies sending 2 movers in a 10-foot van are setting you up for damage and multiple trips.

For international moves, check FIDI or IAM accreditation — these are the two recognised global mover associations, and membership signals real freight-forwarding capability rather than reselling a container.

Prices are estimates as of 2026 and may vary based on scope, urgency, and property type. Get exact quotes for free.

HDB flats: a 4-room HDB-to-HDB move with full packing and unpacking typically runs S$600-1,200 within the same zone, S$800-1,500 across zones. DIY-packed moves are S$350-700. HDB lifts restrict mover timing — most blocks allow moves only in daytime, and some newer BTOs require lift padding or service lift bookings 48 hours in advance.

Condominiums add 20-40% cost due to stricter MCST rules: protected lift lobbies, service lift bookings with deposits (often S$500-1,000 refundable), permitted hours usually 9am-5pm weekdays only, and sometimes bans on moves during the weekend. Some condos demand a licensed mover list — unapproved movers are turned away at the guardhouse.

Landed properties: 3-bedroom semi-detached or terrace moves typically run S$1,500-3,500 depending on access (narrow gate widths, staircases with turns, heavy rosewood furniture). Bungalows and good class bungalows with 30+ years of accumulated furniture commonly run S$4,500-9,000 for a full pack-move-unpack service. Factor an extra day for these.

Flat phone quote with no site visit: For anything above a 3-room HDB, a blind quote is a setup for day-of surcharges. Demand an on-site (or at least video walkthrough) survey.

No insurance or vague insurance wording: 'Don't worry, we very careful' is not insurance. A real mover sends you the insurance certificate, coverage limit, and claim process. Without this, damage means you eat the cost.

Cash-only with no invoice: Classic pattern for unregistered operators. If anything goes wrong (missing items, damage, no-show), you have no paper trail.

Last-minute 'extra lorry needed' surcharge: The oldest trick in the trade. Mover arrives with undersized lorry, 'realises' volume is bigger, demands S$300-800 extra or threatens to leave. On-site surveys prevent this — no survey, no signed volume agreement, is how this scam works.

Holding belongings hostage for extra payment: A recognised complaint pattern where movers refuse to unload at destination until you pay new surcharges. Only book movers with clearly documented Google complaint patterns (zero complaints of this kind over 50+ reviews).

How many Movers providers are on KakiList?

We currently list 190 verified Movers providers serving Singapore. New providers are added regularly after verification.

Is KakiList free to use?

Yes, KakiList is completely free for homeowners. There are no platform fees, no middleman charges, and no hidden costs. You contact providers directly via WhatsApp or phone.

How are Movers providers verified?

Providers with a verified badge have submitted their ACRA business registration number. All providers also display their real Google reviews and ratings for transparency.

How do I get Movers quotes?

Use our free quote tool to describe your job. We'll match you with up to 5 verified providers who will contact you directly on WhatsApp with their quotes. No obligation.

What is the average rating of Movers providers on KakiList?

The average Google rating across our Movers providers is 4.5★ out of 5.0. We prioritize quality — providers with consistently poor reviews are removed.