In this guide
Four to six weeks before: plan the move
- Confirm your moving date with your landlord or buyer, and the key handover times at both ends.
- Measure the big items — sofa, wardrobe, fridge, bed base — and the narrowest doorway, staircase and lift at both properties.
- Decide what you're not taking. Sell, donate or arrange disposal now, not the night before.
- Post your moving task so you have time to compare offers. Weekends and month-ends book up first.
- If you're renting, re-read your lease for notice periods, the condition you must leave the property in and how the deposit is returned.
- Moving between Malta and Gozo? Factor in the ferry crossing and timing — ask Heroes to include it in their offer.
Access, parking and narrow stairs
Access is what makes a Maltese move easy or slow. The more your Hero knows up front, the more accurate their offer — and the fewer surprises on the day.
- Floor and lift: say which floor, whether there's a lift, and its size. A small lift that fits two people won't take a wardrobe.
- Stairs: spiral or very narrow stairs may mean dismantling furniture or, occasionally, hoisting it through a balcony. Mention it.
- Parking: how close can a van stop? In Valletta, Mdina, Sliema and many village cores, the answer may be "not very". Check with your local council if the van will need to stop somewhere that needs permission.
- Timing: loading in busy streets is easier early in the morning. Avoid market days and local feast weekends in your street.
- Lifts in shared blocks: ask your building administrator if the lift can be reserved, and protect its walls with blankets.
Two weeks before: packing and paperwork
- Collect boxes, tape, markers, bubble wrap and blankets. Use small boxes for books — heavy big boxes break and hurt backs.
- Pack room by room, starting with things you won't need. Label each box with its room and contents on two sides.
- Keep a "first night" box: phone chargers, kettle, mugs, toilet paper, bedding, towels, basic tools, medicines and important documents.
- Arrange the transfer or closure of electricity and water, internet and any gas cylinder deliveries. Take meter photos on the day you leave and the day you arrive.
- Update your address with your bank, employer, insurer, doctor and any online shops. If you're registered at a Maltese address for official purposes, check what needs updating with the relevant government service.
- Book the end-of-tenancy clean and any small repairs so you leave the old place in the condition your lease requires.
Moving day
- Defrost and dry the fridge-freezer the night before.
- Be there when the Hero arrives to show what goes and what stays. Point out fragile items.
- Keep valuables, documents, laptops and medicines with you, not in the van.
- Do a final walk-through of the old property: cupboards, balcony, roof, storage room and meter box.
- At the new place, tell the Hero which room each box goes in — labels make this fast.
- Check items for damage before the Hero leaves and raise anything straight away in the booking chat.
How much does moving cost in Malta?
Smaller moves — a few items or a studio — usually cost far less than a full family home. The main factors are volume, floors and stairs, distance from the van, dismantling and reassembly, and whether disposal or a Gozo crossing is involved.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Moving help via offers from local HeroesSingle items to small flats; larger moves are quoted per job | €80–€300 |
| Furniture assembly and small jobsTypical handyman offers | €40–€150 |
| Move-out cleaning (Premium)Fixed instant price, small flat | from €120 |
| Move-out cleaning via offersTypical cleaning offers | €60–€180 |
Prices on HomeHero as of October 2026. Typical offers are a guide, not a quote — your price depends on the job.
To get the most accurate offers, list the big items, the number of boxes (a guess is fine), both addresses' floors and access, and your preferred date and time. Photos of the largest items help.
After the move: the jobs people forget
- Assemble beds first — you'll want to sleep tonight.
- Check smoke alarms and test the water heater, AC and appliances.
- Take photos of the new property's condition if you're renting, and send them to your landlord.
- Have furniture anchored to walls if you have small children, and hang curtains, mirrors and TVs.
- Recycle boxes and packaging on the right collection day for your new locality.
- Follow up on your deposit for the old property if you rented.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to move a flat in Malta?
On HomeHero, typical offers for moving help range from €80–€300 for single items up to small flats (as of October 2026). Larger homes, difficult stairs, long carries and Gozo crossings cost more. Post your task with the main items and access details for exact offers.
How far ahead should I book movers?
Two to four weeks is comfortable, and more for month-end and weekend dates, which are the busiest. Small single-item moves can often be arranged within a few days.
Can Heroes take away old furniture?
Many can — say so in your task and list the items. Alternatively, many local councils run a bulky refuse collection service; check with your council how to book it.
Is my furniture covered if it gets damaged during the move?
Damage caused by a Hero during a job booked and paid on HomeHero is covered by our damage protection. Report it in the booking chat straight away with photos.
Can I move between Malta and Gozo with HomeHero?
Yes. Mention both localities and your preferred crossing time in the task. Heroes will factor the ferry crossing and timing into their offer.
Get help with your move
Post your moving task with the big items and access details, and compare offers from local Heroes.