FAQ

We know which books are worth something, and we resell them. That’s how a book clear-out can be free — and why we can pay for larger or valuable collections.

Sometimes. Larger collections — including deceased estates and downsizers — are quoted by message. Call or message us with a photo and your suburb and we’ll tell you straight.

If you’re mainly selling a collection (not just clearing space), message We Buy Books Australia on Instagram @webuybooksaustralia.

Damp or mouldy books only. That’s the only limit. Everything else — paperbacks, hardbacks, textbooks, kids’ books, boxes already packed — we take.

Perth, Mandurah, Bunbury and surrounds (Peel and the South West). Outside that, message us and we’ll see what we can do.

Call 0417 909 902 or message @weclearoutbooksaustralia on Instagram. Send a photo of the books and your suburb. We’ll reply with a quote and a time that works.

Most pickups take under an hour. A small stack might be 15–20 minutes. A whole room or a school library clear-out can take longer — we’ll tell you roughly when we quote.

Often, yes — when we’re already in your area. Same-day isn’t guaranteed. Next-day is usual for Mandurah, Peel and nearby Perth suburbs. Bunbury and further out are planned around our runs. Tell us if it’s urgent (settlement, probate, school holidays).

Fine. We pack and carry — including stairs, lifts and apartments. You don’t lift a thing. Just say if parking is tight or there’s a building entry code.

We take everything that’s dry and free of mould. You don’t have to sort first. On site we pack what’s there; later we sort what can be relisted, donated or recycled.

Good books get a second life — we clean them up and relist them. Books we can’t sell go to donation or responsible recycling. Nothing usable sits in landfill if we can help it.

If the lot is worth paying for, we’ll agree an amount before we load (or confirm by message after we’ve seen the photos). Payment is usually bank transfer once the books are with us. You’ll get the agreed figure in writing (message or email) so it’s clear.

Roughly: greater Perth metro (south, east and north of the river — including Joondalup, Wanneroo, Stirling, Scarborough, Hillarys, Ellenbrook and nearby), the Peel region (Mandurah, Pinjarra, Waroona, Dawesville, Falcon, Halls Head, and nearby), and down toward Bunbury / Capel / Australind / Eaton and close South West towns. Further out — Busselton, Dunsborough, Collie, and so on — by enquiry. If you’re unsure, send the suburb; we’ll say yes or no quickly.

Yes when we can. Saturdays are common. Sundays are limited. Say what days suit you when you book.

You don’t need to buy boxes — we bring what we need. You’re welcome to keep any titles you still want; just put them aside before we arrive.