Affordable Shared Load Furniture Removals South Africa

Biggles Removals makes moving a breeze with our shared load furniture removals, designed to make hiring professional movers more affordable. We’re rated one of the top shared load moving companies in South Africa. Our shared load moving trucks offer a smart, cost effective, and eco-friendly way to move your furniture, household goods, or office items nationwide.

Whether you’re relocating from Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Port Elizabeth, or along the Garden Route, our shared load movers can help you save money while enjoying a seamless move.

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Our shared load transport service operates on all major routes across South Africa. Biggles Removals uses our established national network of removal companies South Africa to offer a more economical and efficient part load transport option.

This system allows you to share a truck with other clients moving in the same direction, and is ideal for small load furniture removals or home removals that don’t require a full truck.

By making use of shared load moving trucks, you pay only for the space your items occupy while still benefiting from professional handling, packing, and delivery — ensuring affordability and security.

Why Choose Biggles Shared Load Movers:

Since our founding in 2020, Biggles Removals has expanded a great deal and we’re now able to cover all major South African cities and many smaller towns through our wide network of shared moving trucks. Rated one of the best moving companies in South Africa and backed by consistent 5-star ratings on Google and HelloPeter, we’re confident in our ability to provide you with a seamless and affordable moving experience.

  • Nationwide Coverage: Our shared load moving companies cover every province and major route in South Africa.
  • Trusted Professionals: We’re known for reliability, punctuality, and consistent 5-star service. Our excellent ratings on Google and HelloPeter support our reputation as one of the best long-distance moving companies in South Africa.
  • Eco-Friendly Moving: Sharing truck space reduces fuel usage and carbon emissions.
  • Flexible Scheduling: Weekly shared loads between major cities keep your move cost-effective and convenient.
  • Custom Solutions: From small removals to full home removals, we tailor each job to your needs.

How It Works:

1. Complete Your Inventory

Complete your inventory form and specify any special needs.

2. Get a Free Quote

Your dedicated moving consultant will email you a personalized quotation.

3. Confirm Your Booking

Confirm your moving date & secure your booking with a deposit.

4. Ready to Move!

We keep you updated on arrival times and you don’t have to lift a finger!

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Thousands of happy clients have chosen Biggles Removals as their preferred moving company across South Africa. Some have even shared their moving stories. Whether you’re relocating a large household or small flat, our shared load moving service can be tailored to your needs.

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How Shared Load Moving Works

Our shared load moving trucks collect items from multiple customers along the same route. Each customer’s belongings are individually packed, labelled, and secured within the truck to ensure separation and safety.

Because of multiple drop-offs and collections, shared load moving can take slightly longer — but the savings are substantial. You’ll only pay for the portion of the truck you use, making it ideal for small load furniture removals and part load transport.

What Are the Pros & Cons of Sharing Space on Moving Trucks?

Choosing a shared truck moving service saves you money and stress. The only downside is that due to a single truck having multiple collections and deliveries, moving takes slightly longer than with a single truck. In addition, small delays in connection with traffic, road conditions, or other shared removals sometimes occur.

Even though delivery might take slightly longer than a dedicated truck, we guarantee that your items remain secure, protected, and untouched until they reach your destination.

Our shared load moving, or part load transport options, offer:

  • Big savings on long distance removal costs.
  • We run two long-distance trucks between each province weekly, allowing flexible scheduling.
  • Shared loads are compartmentalised — each client’s goods are separated, labelled, and protected.
  • Every shared load is professionally packed, wrapped, and secured to prevent movement during transport.
  • Our furniture transport crews use premium blankets, straps, and wrapping materials for full protection.
  • A detailed inventory is written up on collection to ensure transparency and peace of mind.

This makes shared load furniture removals an affordable, safe, and efficient solution for long-distance movers seeking cheap long-distance furniture removals without compromising on service quality.

How Much Does Shared Load Transport Cost?

Shared truck prices can vary greatly, and is mostly dependent on the amount of furniture you are moving. Other factors include distance, and whether you require any additional services. This can include shuttles, packing, additional wrapping, and temporary storage.

Below is cost estimates for each home size, not including any extras:

Home Size Estimated Moving Price
1 Bedroom R3,500 – R7,500
2 Bedroom R6,500 – R14,000
3 Bedroom R12,000 – R26,000
4+ Bedrooms R22,000 – R38,000+

Based on an average amount of furniture per home size and our current rate per cubic foot.
Last updated 7 March 2025

Please note these prices may vary depending on your moving route. For an accurate quote, get in touch with one of our consultants or read more about moving costs to major cities:

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Our Shared Load Furniture Movers

Our shared load movers provide a full suite of services for both small removals and long-distance moves. Whether you’re moving home, office, or just a few boxes, our shared movers are ready to assist.

We offer a range of shared load moving and part load transport options, including:

  • Expert packing & wrapping services using top-quality materials
  • Furniture assembly and disassembly
  • Short- and long-term storage options
  • Office and residential moves across all provinces

Furniture Courier & Transport Services

Need to courier furniture? Make it simple with Biggles Removals. Whether it’s a cherished armchair or an antique cabinet, we ensure safe, impeccable delivery. Our furniture courier and transport service provides you with a reliable way to transport your belongings nationally or locally.

Whether you require one piece of furniture or a truck load of furniture items, we offer customized regular deliveries in every province of South Africa including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, and Port Elizabeth. We specialize in courier furniture to ensure your items are safely and efficiently transported to their destination.

Frequently Asked Questions — Shared Load Furniture Removals South Africa

A shared load removal means your furniture and household goods share truck space with the belongings of other customers who are moving in the same direction. Each customer’s items are packed separately, clearly labelled, and secured in their own designated section of the truck. You pay only for the space your goods occupy; not for the entire vehicle. It’s the same professional service as a dedicated truck removal, at a fraction of the cost.

Yes, as long as your household contents don’t fill an entire truck. Shared load works well for anything from a single room’s worth of furniture up to a 3 or 4 bedroom home. If your volume is large enough to fill a truck on its own, a dedicated removal may work out similarly priced and will be faster. Our team will advise you honestly when you request a quote.

Pricing is based on three main factors: the volume of your goods (measured in cubic feet), the route you are moving on, and access conditions at both properties (e.g., stairs, no parking, long carry distances). Any additional services such as packing or wrapping may also increase your quote. There are no hidden fees; as long as your inventory form is accurate your quote will itemise everything.

Certain items require additional care and may attract a surcharge, including pianos, antiques, very large safes, pool tables, and fragile or high-value art. We’ll always flag these and explain any additional cost before you confirm your booking so there are no surprises on the day.

Your part load moving quote includes: professional loading and unloading by our trained crew, protective wrapping of all furniture items using moving blankets, and delivery as well as furniture placement at your destination address. Packing of boxes and supply of packing materials can be added at an additional cost if required.

You can specify a preferred collection date, and we’ll confirm whether it aligns with the next scheduled truck for your route. Because shared load trucks consolidate multiple customers, we work to a route schedule rather than fully bespoke dates. We will always give you a confirmed collection window (typically a half-day window, e.g., 08:00–13:00) at least 48 hours in advance.

Transit times vary by route and depend on how many other collections and deliveries the truck has on the same run. As a general guide:

  • Cape Town ↔ Johannesburg / Pretoria: 3–5 business days
  • Cape Town ↔ Durban: 4–7 business days
  • Johannesburg ↔ Durban: 2–4 business days
  • Cape Town ↔ Port Elizabeth / East London: 2–4 business days
  • Cape Town ↔ Garden Route: 1–3 business days

These are typical ranges, not guarantees. Road conditions, weather, and the number of stops on a given run can affect delivery timing.

In the unlikely event of damage, report it to us in writing within 48 hours of delivery, supported by photographs. We will investigate and respond within 5 business days. This is why we recommend transit insurance; it provides direct financial protection regardless of fault and typically covers your full replacement value.

Popular Small Load Removal Routes in South Africa

Our small load movers operate on all major furniture transport routes in South Africa, covering long-distance corridors between every major province.

Our small load moving company also offers a men with truck service for local or smaller moves, making us one of the most versatile removal companies in South Africa.

Below are some of our frequent shared load moving company routes and what you can expect when moving to each city:

Guide to Moving to Cape Town:

Guide to Moving to Johannesburg:

Moving to Pretoria:

Guide to Moving to Durban:

Guide to Moving to Bloemfontein:

Moving to the Garden Route:

Guide to Moving to Port Elizabeth: