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Such lovely guys! Would book again

Urgently need to men to unpack crate of doors and lift upstairs

$150

Mark was great…we will absolutely use him again.

Help me move home. Dismantling beds, lifting furniture, general labour

$280

He was fantastic. He arrived on time, was super friendly, and handled the heavy dresser with no trouble at all. He moved it carefully down the steps and placed it exactly where I needed in the garage. Very helpful and professional, highly recommend

Move Heavy Dresser from House to Garage

$40

Helped me move at short notice. 10/10

Move a mattress and floor length mirror carlton north to Clifton hill

$80

Speed and excellent service. I requested 3 other companies to quote. None of them can complete this job.

Lift a fridge up through the balcony to kitchen

$200

Legend, got the job done in record time when other people thought it was impossible!

Help getting a table up to a balcony. Needs to be lifted lifted.

$250

What's the average cost of a heavy lifter

$100 - $250

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$100

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Why book a heavy lifting help through Airtasker?

Need access to reliable local removalists who can take the stress out of moving bulky furniture, appliances, or equipment? Airtasker can help you connect with local removalists who can quickly ease your mind with your heavy lifting troubles.

Whether you need assistance with a quick room rearrangement or a full-scale move and transport, there are nearby skilled Taskers who can turn physically demanding jobs into seamless heavy lifting tasks. And with Airtasker, you can choose a heavy lifter based on their profile and reviews, so you can get someone experienced and well-equipped for the job.

Many Aussie customers use Airtasker because it's fast, flexible, and lets you book help on your schedule. If you're searching for heavy lifting help near you, Airtasker makes it easy to find someone who can safely and efficiently handle the job.

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Top Heavy Lifting related questions

Yes. Airtasker allows you to hire skilled local removalists for heavy lifting tasks of any size. Whether you need help shifting furniture, transporting appliances, or moving a fragile item, you can easily find heavy lifting near you by using the platform. You can also negotiate for help with packing, depending on the Tasker.

The cost of heavy lifting services in Australia varies depending on the size and weight of the item, the distance it needs to be moved, and whether there are stairs or tricky access points. Hourly rates for standard removalist crews range from about $111 to $200 per hour (for two movers and a truck) in metro areas.

On Airtasker, you can set your cost-effective budget and receive quotes from local removalists, making it easy to compare great offers and choose someone who fits your needs.

Trained professionals use tools such as dollies, trolleys, lifting straps, sliders, and sometimes even mobile lifting machines. These help reduce strain and ensure safe handling of bulky or awkward equipment and furniture that don’t easily fit in boxes.

The 5 P’s (Plan, Position, Pick, Proceed, and Place) are guidelines for lifting safely. They help ensure you assess the load, position your body correctly, lift carefully, and set the item down safely.

Yes, many Taskers are experienced in moving heavy or bulky items up and down stairs. When posting your task, it’s helpful to mention details such as stair width, number of flights, and whether there are tight corners. This ensures you receive offers from removalists who have the right skills and equipment to complete the job safely.

Yes! You can find Taskers experienced in heavy lifting and moving a vending machine. They can safely disconnect, transport, and, if requested, they may also help reinstall your vending machine at its new location.

Pinball machines are heavy and delicate, so it’s best to book a heavy lifter who knows how to safely move and handle pinball machines. They can help with disassembly, secure transport, and if requested, basic reassembly of your fragile gaming equipment. 

What do heavy lifting help services include?

Heavy lifting help on Airtasker covers a wide range of tasks, from shifting single bulky items to assisting with larger home or office relocations. If you’re about to move furniture, transport gym equipment, or carry awkward household items up and down stairs, you can find experienced removalists who come prepared with the right tools and techniques to lend a helping hand.

Many people look for heavy lifting help near them when tackling difficult jobs. Airtasker makes it simple to connect with trusted local Taskers who can get these jobs done safely:

Heavy furniture lifting and moving

Most heavy lifting tasks include assisting with large household furniture such as couches, dining tables, wardrobes, bookshelves, and bed frames. Taskers use equipment to help disassemble and reassemble pieces when needed and ensure everything is properly secured during transport. 

If you're planning a house rearrangement or relocation, you can also book a full furniture removals through Airtasker.

Heavy appliance lifting and moving

Moving appliances like fridges, washing machines, dryers, and ovens requires proper handling to avoid damage. Many local removalists can bring trolleys, straps, and sliders to lift and transport appliances safely. 

You can also check out Airtasker’s fridge removals services if you need specialised help moving your fridge.

Heavy gym equipment lifting and transport

From treadmills to weight racks, Taskers can help lift your heavy gym equipment. They know safe and efficient lifting techniques and appropriate materials to ensure your heavy lifting tasks are completed efficiently without risking injury or damage.

Loading and unloading assistance

If you're relocating, your hired removalist can help load or unload your truck, trailer, boxes, or container. This is especially helpful for those needing extra muscle for long-distance or interstate moves. 

For interstate and long-distance moves, you can also conveniently book interstate removalists near you.

Specialty item lifting

Some items require more careful handling. Think about moving pool tables, pianos, and delicate antiques that don’t easily fit into boxes. When posting your task, simply mention the item type, access restrictions, and location, and you’ll receive offers from Taskers who specialise in these kinds of heavy lifts.

Recent Heavy Lifting tasks

Pick up and delivery of a heavy three seater sofa.

$100

Hawthorn VIC, Australia

14th Mar 2026

Three seater leather sofa. Steel frame so may be heavy. Only 2-4 steps at pick up and drop off location. Both ground level properties. Pickup location: Hawthorn VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Hawthorn VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At both places

Move and assemble very heavy furniture .

$300

Griffith ACT, Australia

14th Mar 2026

We had a very heavy hardwood outdoor table and benches delivered but the two guys couldn’t get them upstairs to our balcony. We think we’ll need 3 guys to lift and then assemble (metal legs delivered separately). Table is about 120 * 250.

Remove heavy Scandia wood burning stove

$200

Fremantle WA 6160, Australia

14th Mar 2026

Remove heavy (approx 200kg) Scandia wood burning stove

Move Move 3 Heavy Items (Fridge, Washer, Mattress) - 1.2 KM Trip

$60

Carlingford NSW 2118, Australia

14th Mar 2026

I need a hand moving three specific items from a First Floor Apartment with Lift to a Ground Floor Apartment with Lift. The Items: * 1x Standard bottom mount Fridge (approx. 400L). • 1x Front Loader Washing Machine (Heavy, needs upright transport). • 1x Queen/King Mattress (No base). The Distance: 1.2 km (approx. 5-minute drive). Requirement: Must have a van or a ute with straps and a trolley. Pickup location: Carlingford NSW 2118, Australia Drop-off location: Carlingford NSW 2118, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Pick up heavy desk-in main st mornington to take to frankston

$200

Victoria Park WA, Australia

14th Mar 2026

Wooden desk and large mirror Pickup location: Victoria Park WA, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Help me lift two wardrobes from ground floor to 1st

$50

Bentleigh VIC, Australia

14th Mar 2026

Help me lift two wardrobes from ground floor to first floor using stairs

Best service thank you

Muscle to lift couches on and off trailer

$50

Harrison ACT, Australia

14th Mar 2026

I need help to lift a lounge suite 2 recliners and a 3 seater out of a house on to a trailer then off the trailer and into a house. No stairs involved.

Help lift sofa bed into truck

$50

Newtown, New South Wales

13th Mar 2026

My partner needs help lifting a heavy sofa bed into his ute at 9.30am. It's a very simple job, just need an extra pair of hands because it's heavy lifting. It's a 2.5 seater, wrapped in plastic.

Arrived early, communicated really well, did the job quick. No complaints.

Heavy lifting helper/s

$400

Albion Park Rail NSW, Australia

13th Mar 2026

I need help loading up a truck. I have the truck. I just need 1 or 2 strong people for 4 hours that can load the truck neatly from our shop / warehouse. 12-5pm tomorrow Pickup location: Albion Park Rail NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Albion Park Rail NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At both places

Great job moving furniture for us, easy to work with. Highly recommend

Lift a sofa up stairs and onto deck

$250

Palm Beach QLD 4221, Australia

11th Mar 2026

Lift a outdoor sofa and a couple of single chairs to first floor up some windy stairs - needs 2 strong people

Excellent and quality service. Great problem solver and makes sure the job gets done. Highly recommend.

Need to lift and bring inside heavy package

$80

Bald Hills QLD, Australia

10th Mar 2026

I have some heavy flatpacks that are on the footpath that I need help to bring inside my property.

Excellent work! Great communication and super helpful

Heavy items transported six minutes down the road

$100

Alexandra Hills QLD, Australia

9th Mar 2026

The house has been moved, however there are some heavy / difficult items left to go to new house. To move: A heavy toolbox, a heavy general box, a metal swing set, some small items around the grey box in photos. Pickup location: Alexandra Hills QLD, Australia Drop-off location: Capalaba QLD, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Thank you for making the whole process so easy. Much appreciated 🙏 Highly recommend.

Help to move a few heavy things, couch, dining table

$250

Mount Coolum QLD 4573, Australia

9th Mar 2026

I am moving house and need help to lift, load/unload a couple of heavy items such as a couch, a dining table and one cupboard. The rest is done. I have a trailer which will need 2 trips to complete the job. I would guess it will take around 2.5 to 3 hours. Pickup location: Mount Coolum QLD, Australia Drop-off location: Bli Bli QLD, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

James was a great help, a lovely bloke and a very hard worker.

2 Strong people to move 4 heavy items from a house to garage

$300

Rosebery NSW, Australia

9th Mar 2026

Move 4 heavy items from the house to the garage. The is one flight of stairs. It’s 3 wardrobes and 1 TV cabinet. They are heavy.

The guys were great. Worked well together as a team. Worked quickly to get the job done. Great service. Thanks guys have a Sangia on me.

Pick Up & Deliver - Heavy Stone Table Top

$200

Bibra Lake WA 6163, Australia

8th Mar 2026

Looking to get a heavy stone table top approximately 120kg picked up from storage in Bibra Lake and delivered to Cloverdale, including unpacking and removal of the wooden crate. Approximately 1-1.5hrs of time possibly less.

Fabio was very efficient, prompt and a pleasure to deal with. I would highly recommend to others.

Help me pack up and label boxes asap, no heavy lifting required

$100

Kedron QLD 4031, Australia

8th Mar 2026

Packing up clothes and kitchen stuff into boxes

Absolutely legend she was fast efficient!! I would book again Very organised

Help me move home from Mona Vale to Narrabeen have some heavy furn,

$350

Mona Vale NSW, Australia

7th Mar 2026

Small 2 bedroom unit.bedroom kitchen table fridge ,king bed lounge side tabes boxes etc Pickup location: Mona Vale NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Narrabeen NSW, Australia Removals size: Apartment Stairs: At pickup

Great guys were hugely helpful and cute oud and strong!

Lifting fridge over second level balcony

$10

Carrum VIC 3197, Australia

7th Mar 2026

Need someone to help lift a fridge that won’t fit up the staircase at the corner, hoping to lift into the balcony where the kitchen is, attached photo of the lift we need

Amazing and quick! Very helpful

Move some heavy furniture

$100

Mitchelton QLD 4053, Australia

6th Mar 2026

Needing assistance with moving some heavy furniture - just wanting to swap the location of the couch and table - the table is very heavy I’ve moved the couch myself and just need help with the table

Great experience! Super helpful, friendly and careful moving a very heavy piece of furniture for me. Arrived on time and made the whole thing stress-free. Highly recommend.