Home Moving Services
in Addis Ababa

As the best home movers in Addis, we help you move your household safely, efficiently, and affordably — from studio apartments to large family villas.

Expert Residential Movers in Addis Ababa

Moving home is an emotional and physically demanding experience. Whether you're relocating to a new neighborhood in Addis Ababa or moving to a different city entirely, having a professional moving team by your side makes all the difference. Gelagle Movers has helped hundreds of families across Addis Ababa move into their new homes with minimal stress and zero drama.

We specialize in residential moves of all sizes — from a single room in a shared house to a fully furnished five-bedroom villa. Our experienced team knows Addis Ababa's neighborhoods, its traffic patterns, and the access challenges of apartment buildings and gated communities. We come prepared with the right equipment and the right attitude.

What's Included in Our Home Moving Service

When you book a home move with Gelagle Movers, here is what you can expect:

  • Pre-move consultation: We discuss your needs, assess the volume of items, and plan the most efficient move.
  • Professional packing (optional): Our packers bring all materials and carefully pack every room.
  • Furniture disassembly & reassembly: We dismantle large pieces that cannot fit through doors and rebuild them at your new home.
  • Careful loading: Items are wrapped, padded, and secured in our trucks using moving blankets and tie-down straps.
  • Safe transport: Your belongings travel in our clean, well-maintained fleet of trucks.
  • Unloading & placement: We carry everything to the correct room in your new home.
  • Debris removal: We clean up all packing materials after the move.

Our Home Moving Process

  • 1

    Request a Free Quote

    Call us at +251 940 820000, WhatsApp us, or fill in our online quote form. We'll ask about your home size, moving distance, and any special items.

  • 2

    Pre-Move Planning

    We confirm your move date, discuss access details for both properties, and advise you on how to prepare. We handle all the logistics.

  • 3

    Moving Day

    Our team arrives on time, fully equipped. We protect your floors and walls, pack remaining items if needed, and load the truck systematically.

  • 4

    Delivery & Setup

    We transport your belongings to your new home and place every item in the room you want. Furniture is reassembled and the truck is cleaned out.

  • 5

    Final Walkthrough

    We do a final check to make sure everything has arrived and is placed correctly. Your satisfaction is confirmed before we leave.

Types of Homes We Move

Our team has experience moving all types of residential properties in Addis Ababa, including:

  • Studio and single-room apartments
  • 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments in high-rise buildings
  • Townhouses and row houses
  • Stand-alone villas and compound homes
  • Furnished and serviced apartments
  • Student accommodation
  • Expat residences and diplomatic housing

Areas We Serve in Addis Ababa

We move to and from all neighborhoods in Addis Ababa, including Bole, Kazanchis, CMC, Megenagna, Gerji, Summit, Ayat, Sarbet, Urael, Piassa, Merkato, Saris, Kotebe, Lebu, Tor Hailoch, Akaki, and more. We also offer inter-city moving to all major Ethiopian cities.

Tip: Booking at least 1 week in advance ensures you get your preferred moving date. Month-end dates (25th–31st) fill up fast — book early if you're planning an end-of-month move in Addis Ababa.

Frequently Asked Questions – Home Moving

Home moving costs depend on your home size, distance, and services needed. Gelagle Movers offers transparent, competitive pricing with no hidden fees. Contact us for a free personalized quote.
A typical 2-bedroom apartment move takes 4–8 hours depending on packing needs, distance, and building access. Larger homes may take a full day. We give you a realistic estimate before your move day.
Yes. We dismantle large furniture (beds, wardrobes, shelving) before the move and reassemble it in your new home. Just let us know when booking.
We recommend you or a trusted representative be present at both ends of the move. However, if that's not possible, we can work with a key holder and send you updates throughout the day.

Ready to Move? Get Your Free Quote Today

Call us on +251 940 820000 or fill in our quote form and we'll get back to you within a few hours.

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