House moving cost in Malaysia (2026): lorry sizes and prices
House moving cost in Malaysia for 2026: typical prices for 1-tonne, 3-tonne and 5-tonne lorries in the Klang Valley, what adds to the bill, and what to arrange.
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Your house moving cost in Malaysia depends mostly on the lorry size, the number of workers and how far you're going. Here are the prices published for 2026 local moves, what adds to them, and what to sort out before moving day.
Typical prices by lorry size
For a move within the Klang Valley (about 30 km), published guides agree on these rough ranges:
| Lorry | Crew | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| 1-tonne (9 ft) | 2 workers | about RM250 to RM450 |
| 3-tonne | 3 workers | about RM450 to RM600 |
| 5-tonne | 3 workers | about RM600 to RM800 |
These come from Speedhome, iProperty and Recommend.my, not from quotes. Prices vary by company, date and access, so get several quotes for your own move.
What adds to the price
- Packing and boxes: packing services and materials are usually extra.
- Dismantling: beds, wardrobes and shelving taken apart and put back together.
- Stairs and long carries: no lift, or a long walk from the loading bay.
- Distance and extra trips: interstate moves or a second lorry load.
- Bulky or fragile items: pianos, safes, aquariums and large appliances.
- Weekends and month-end: popular dates fill up first.
Which lorry do you need?
As a rough guide, a 1-tonne lorry suits a room or studio, a 3-tonne a small apartment, and a 5-tonne a family home. Send movers photos or a list of your furniture and they'll confirm the size and whether one trip is enough.
Before moving day
- Book early for weekends, month-end and school holidays.
- Tell your building management if you're in a condo: many need advance notice, a booked lift or a deposit.
- Transfer your electricity account if you want the bill in your name: TNB calls this a change of tenancy, and it doesn't change who owns the property.
- Check the mover: ask for its SSM registration number and check it through SSM's official channels.
Get up to 3 moving quotes
Describe your move once and up to 3 vetted movers who cover your area contact you with quotes. Start on our movers page, or with movers in Petaling Jaya or Subang Jaya.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to move house in Malaysia?
For a local move in the Klang Valley, published 2026 guides put a 1-tonne lorry with 2 workers at roughly RM250 to RM450, a 3-tonne lorry with 3 workers at about RM450 to RM600, and a 5-tonne lorry at about RM600 to RM800. Packing, dismantling, stairs and long distances cost extra.
Which lorry size do I need?
As a rough guide, a 1-tonne lorry suits a room or studio, a 3-tonne lorry a small apartment, and a 5-tonne lorry a family home. Movers can confirm from photos or a list of your furniture.
Do I need to change my electricity account when I move?
If you want the bill in your name, apply to TNB for a change of tenancy. TNB notes this changes only the account holder, not the ownership of the property.
How do I check a moving company is registered?
Ask for its SSM registration number and check it through SSM's official business information channels, such as SSM e-Info.
Sources
- Speedhome: house moving costs in Malaysia (2026)
- iProperty: cost to move house in Malaysia
- Recommend.my: house moving prices
- myTNB: change of tenancy
- SSM: business information
Facts checked against these sources on 20 October 2026. Rules and prices change, so confirm with the source or provider before you rely on them.