Who are we?

We are a moving company.  We focus on furniture removal, as well as the transport of pets and vehicles.  We offer storage facilities, shuttle services, depot-to-depot moves.  We have branches in the Cape Town and Johannesburg areas, but we do service other areas as well. 

What kind of removals do you provide?

We specialise in household removal transport for either individuals , corporate clients or government employees. We do office moves as well as shopfitting transport .  We can also transport your pets and vehicles

How does a shared load work?

We combine long distance removals on a shared load so that you pay one way only.

Can you provide storage for my goods?

Yes, we have storage facilities in Cape Town and Johannesburg.

We store household goods in modern, fully palletised warehouses for space and safety reasons.

Do you provide any boxes and packing material?

We source packing material for own use and sell to our clients any type of packing material.

Can I use my own boxes and packing material?

Owner packed cartons is not insured for breakage, therefore use strong double wall carton and not thin cartons that was used to transport chips or light items

Can you insure me if I pack my own boxes?

Packed by owner cartons is only covered for loss up to R1000 if you have full liability. It is not covered for breakage

How do you protect my goods during transport?

Goods are covered in blankets and upholstered furniture in plastic covers.

Special wardrobe cartons are used to hang clothes in. We manufacture special wooden crates for valuable items.

What is covered by basic insurance?

Basic transit insurance covers you for fire, collision, hi-jacking and overturning of the truck.

Am I covered for the breakage of my goods?

You have to arrange full liability through your own insurance or through us at an extra cost.

How can I save costs on my removal?

It is cheaper to move during the mid-month periods (from 5th-23rd of the month). Weekdays are also cheaper than weekend moves.

Where are you situated?

We have branches in Bellville (Cape Town) and Johannesburg but, wherever you go, we go. We travel anywhere.

Can I track my load?

We do have a tracking system on our vehicles, so you can liaise with our scheduling department. 

Do you have special rates for pensioners?

We negotiate the best rate possible for pensioners.

Which organisations do you belong to?

J.H Retief is a member of PMA, AMOSA and RFA.

These organisations look after your interests and will ensure that you are not exploited.