Studio
15 crates · 7-day hire
Bachelor pad or one-roomer.
South African rand 750 South African rand 550
Moving in JHB? Move.
Move.
Without the cardboard.
Reusable crates dropped at your door. Pack what you need to pack. We fetch the empties a week later.
Cancel free up to 24h before WhatsApp confirmed in an hour Pay online before we deliver
Founding 306 / 30
First thirty Joburg moves get R200 off, a refund if we are late, and our personal answer to every WhatsApp.
Closes when full or 8 weeks from launch.
Why we existCardboard's a tax
Cardboard's a tax
on moving day.
It's the trip to Builders Warehouse. The tape gun that's never where you left it. The helper who texts halfway through that he's got plans. The damp box that splits on the lift. The stack at the gate that the next collection truck won't take. And the Pikitup recycling people taking three weeks to come round. All of it, every move.
What we do instead
One size. Sturdier. Re-used.
Plastic crates, all the same shape, with lids and dollies. We deliver, you pack, we collect a week later and wash them ready for the next move. That's the whole product.
How it works Three steps.
Three steps.
That's it.
- 01 — Pick
Pick a kit.
Five sizes, studio to 3-bed. Office bundle for your team. One flat price online — no quote chase.
Pick my kit → - 02 — Deliver
We deliver.
Crates and dollies at your door. In person. Pre-cleaned. WhatsApp keeps you posted.
- 03 — Fetch
We fetch the empties.
Stack them at the door when you're done. We collect.
Built for
Joburg moves.
From Sandton and the northern suburbs out to Roodepoort and the West Rand. We deliver and collect on the day you choose.
See the service areaBuilt for Joburg moves
- Loadshedding-proof
Lockable crates with security seals — your packed move stays sealed when the alarm's down.
- Estate-friendly
Driver name, vehicle, and number plate to your gate WhatsApp group an hour ahead.
- Saturday slots
From 7am. Most moves done before lunch.
Pricing
Pick the kit
Pick the kit
that fits your home.
Studio to 3-bed, plus an office bundle. Flat fee, 7-day hire. Crates and dollies included — no surprises at delivery.
Founding 30
6 / 30
R200 off your first kit for the first thirty Joburg moves. Closes when full or 8 weeks from launch.
1-Bed
25 crates · 7-day hire
A flat or a small townhouse.
South African rand 975 South African rand 775
2-Bed
40 crates · 7-day hire
Two beds, full kitchen, the works.
South African rand 1 195 South African rand 995
3-Bed
50 crates · 7-day hire
Family-size move.
South African rand 1 495 South African rand 1 295
Office
10 crates per unit
Buy units of 10. Files, screens, kitchen kit, the lot.
South African rand 300 / 10
Book →
Crates vs cardboard
The honest comparison.
Best choice
| Category | Schlep Crates | The other way Cardboard |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | One flat price online | Tape, markers, helper, pizza — adds up Show the maths
Your time hunting boxes, building them, taping them, and chasing the recycling truck: not included. Full breakdown with sources → |
| Setup | Zero — they arrive ready | Drive to Builders. Build. Tape. Re-tape. |
| End of move | We fetch the empties | Stack at the gate. Recycling, eventually |
| Strength | Waterproof. Lockable. Stack 6 high | Gives up if dropped twice |
Cost
Crates
One flat price online
Cardboard
Tape, markers, helper, pizza — adds up
Show the maths
- Cardboard boxesR850
- Packing tapeR128
- MarkersR60
- Bubble wrapR220
- Helper for the dayR350
- Pizza + cooldrinkR180
- TotalR1 788
Your time hunting boxes, building them, taping them, and chasing the recycling truck: not included.
Full breakdown with sources → Setup
Crates
Zero — they arrive ready
Cardboard
Drive to Builders. Build. Tape. Re-tape.
End of move
Crates
We fetch the empties
Cardboard
Stack at the gate. Recycling, eventually
Strength
Crates
Waterproof. Lockable. Stack 6 high
Cardboard
Gives up if dropped twice
FAQ
Questions, mostly anticipated.
How clean are the crates?
Washed and dried after every move. If a crate arrives at your door looking like it had a hard week, message us — we will swap it out same day.
What happens if a crate is damaged or lost?
We charge R380 per crate that does not come back, and the same for crates returned with structural damage (cracked sides, broken hinges). Light cosmetic wear is on us.
Can I keep them longer than 7 days?
Yes — R200 per extra week, paid before collection. Tell us by WhatsApp before the collection date.
How do I cancel?
Free reschedule more than 48h before delivery, or a full refund less the ~3% card fee. 24–48h: Free reschedule or 75% refund. Less than 24h: R250 reschedule fee or 50% refund. Day-of: no refund. Full terms at getschlep.co.za/legal/refund-policy.
How many crates do I actually need?
Studio = 15. One-bed = 25. Two-bed = 40. Three-bed = 50. If you are a heavy reader or you have a big kitchen, size up. For a more precise count, try the crate calculator.
Do you serve my suburb?
Sandton, Bryanston, Fourways, Rosebank, Linden, Parkhurst, Greenside, Melville, plus a few neighbours. The Service Area page has the full list, and a form to ask us if you are not on it.
Do you deliver to estates and complexes?
Yes. We send the driver name, vehicle, and number plate to you the morning of delivery so you can clear it with security or the estate WhatsApp group. Steyn City, Dainfern, Waterfall, and the Saxonwold security cluster all included.
Can I get them on a Saturday morning?
Yes — most moves are Saturday. Slots from 7am to lunchtime fill first; book early in the week to lock in your time.
Do I need to be home for delivery and collection?
Someone needs to sign and check the count. If you cannot be there, send us a name and number — we will confirm with whoever is.
Are the crates safe for fragile stuff?
Sturdier than cardboard, but not magic. We sell bubble wrap and packing paper as add-ons — order with your kit and they arrive in the first crate.
Ready when you are Boxes that arrive,
Boxes that arrive,
hold your stuff, then leave.
Pick a kit, pick your dates, pay online. We confirm by WhatsApp within the hour.