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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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$151

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$250

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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

Need 2+ men to move heavy avairy 10 mtrs. Is 10-20 mins work

$50

Upper Swan WA, Australia

21st Mar 2026

Heavy avairy to be moved 10 mtrs. Need 2-3 men to do job. Will take no more than 10-20 mins

Moving heavy stuff from bunnings need ute

$150

Maribyrnong VIC, Australia

21st Mar 2026

outdoor boxed furniture just bought Pickup location: Maribyrnong VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Kensington VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Move 12 heavy pots and plants from Pymble to Cremorne NSW

$300

Pymble NSW, Australia

21st Mar 2026

We have 11 pots and a garden statue that need to be moved from Pymble to Cremorne. Most pots contain planting and are heavy.

Stuck 5 tonne forklift in sand . needs moving out

$400

High Wycombe WA 6057, Australia

21st Mar 2026

Bogged 5 tonne forklift needs moving today . limited access

Lifting furniture - need 2 people. 90mins.

$150

Ruse NSW, Australia

21st Mar 2026

Need help lifting and moving furniture from under house storage and garage to the curb side for council pick up and some items on to a trailer. Please quote for 90mins of labour. Will need two people.

Help to lift to move 3 things : fridge, tv, and washing machine

$25

Doveton VIC 3177, Australia

21st Mar 2026

hi, I need someone/2 people to help me to move 3 big things : fridge, washing machine, and tv from dandenong storage to doveton. (15 mins driving), we dont have trailer.

Help pack and load heavy items in truck

$500

Kellyville, New South Wales

21st Mar 2026

TV, washing machine, dryer machine, 2 double beds, 20 boxes, 1 office desk, 4 pieces of office furniture. The scope of the task is only to load the items in the truck. The truck has already been hired. Pickup location: The Ponds NSW, Australia Removals size: House Stairs: At pickup

Pick up heavy autoclave from Woolaware to Ingleside

$300

Woolooware NSW 2230, Australia

21st Mar 2026

An autoclave. Weight 43kg. Need 2 men as heavy. Does have straps either side. Needs to remain upright. Dimensions: 42.5cm tall x 48.5cm deep x 66cm wide. Plus a small bag of accessories. Access is level at both places. Have to walk 15m to carpark at Woolaware. Access into a garage in Ingleside on the level. Access at Woolaware from 9am-5pm. But drop off at Ingleside any time from 2pm Pickup location: Woolooware NSW 2230, Australia Drop-off location: Ingleside NSW 2101, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Help lifting things

$100

Bondi Beach, New South Wales

19th Mar 2026

I need help carrying and lifting things from my apartment into a van I have downstairs. There’s no heavy furniture, it’s mostly bags and small items. I just need 30-45 minutes of help doing trips from my apartment down to the van. There are two flights of stairs to my apartment. Thanks :)

Legend, took my last minute job and was over within 30 mins and super helpful. Highly recommend!

Assistance Lifting Lounge

$100

Blue Bay NSW 2261, Australia

19th Mar 2026

Assistance required to move old lounge out of house and new.lounge into house. No transport or tools required. No stairs involved. Should be 20 to 30 minute job. Required tomorrow in-between 11am & 3pm. Can provide a firmer time once assigned.

Outstanding to deal with. Prompt responses prior to assigning, arrived early ready to work. friendly easy to work with tasker. Highly recommended 👌👍💯

Courier with tailgate lift - this afternoon

$200

Springvale VIC 3171, Australia

19th Mar 2026

I need a commercial vacuum cleaner transported from Springvale to Melbourne cbd. Height 70cms, length and Width 52cms Weight 75kgs. On a small pallet. It is strapped and has basic protection. Also inside cardboard box. Forklift at pickup. We can unload in Collins St upon arrival with trolley. Just needs to be put onto ground. Needs to be delivered before 530 pm, 356 Collins St

Very good. Patient, flexible and on time. Will definitely use again.

Moving items into a laundry some heavy items

$75

North Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia

18th Mar 2026

Hi, I need to move everything in these photos into the laundry room (last photo) as neatly as possible. Some items are heavy, I can try to help. Should take maybe an hour or so.

Chuck was very helpful, super efficient. I would recommend him for any tasks.

Pick up a bed and leave it at my home floor number 5

$100

Elwood VIC 3184, Australia

17th Mar 2026

Hi I need someone to pickup a double bed frame and mattress from elwood to the apartment close to the Anzac station for today at 6 pm . The bed its not disassembled.

He help a lot . I Recommend him

Transport a heavy treadmill

$150

Northgate QLD, Australia

16th Mar 2026

Moving a relatively heavy commercial treadmill from Northgate to my house in Everton Park, not a one person job. Pickup location: Northgate QLD, Australia Drop-off location: Everton Park QLD, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Very honest and strong lads.

Load furniture from a storage room to a tail-lift truck

$120

Paddington NSW, Australia

16th Mar 2026

We have several items of furniture in a storage room off our building’s garage area which needs to be loaded onto a truck on Friday afternoon/evening. We are renting a tail-lift truck which will be parked outside in the street, so the furniture will need to be moved about 150m through the carpark, and up the entrance ramp to the street, then along the driveway to the bin-truck turning area where the truck will be parked. I have one P-handle trolley and a movers dolly (wheels could do with some grease) available for use. Renting the truck from 4:15pm, and will be home before 5pm which is when this job starts. We have the following furniture: - solid wood dining table top (6-seater) - dining table legs (2x box shaped legs) - 6 x dining chairs - washing machine - dryer - 1800mm desk top - height adjustable legs for desk - fridge-freezer - bed head - sofa (2.5 seater, disassembled into 4 parts) - artwork - 2 x bar stools - 2 x bedside tables - 1x chest of drawers - entertainment unit

Thanks Adolfo! Muchas gracias

Help lift plastic storage containers on boat (heavy lifting)

$130

Hope Island QLD, Australia

15th Mar 2026

Need help lifting plastic storage containers (some heavy) from one section of boat to another at Sanctuary Cove. Someone will be there to advise, just needing someone to do the heavy lifting. Not a huge job will take 1hr max.

Marcus did an excellent job completing the task! He was super efficient, prompt, professional and happy to help. Communication was great throughout, highly recommend and would happily use his services again.

Move 5 heavy furniture

$200

North Parramatta NSW 2151, Australia

15th Mar 2026

Items to be picked up between 11:00AM-1:00PM. Would need 2 people for the job. Pickup: North Parramatta (Best way is to transfer via the balcony flight of stairs would be really difficult) Cherrybrook - Flat and easy to transfer Items to be picked up: - 16-cube Kallax 147 cm x 147 cm - Pantry 40cm deep x 104cm wide x 199cm tall - Dining Table 74cm wide x 118cm long x 74cm height - TV Unit 180cm wide x 55.5cm deep x 58cm tall - L-Shaped Sofa Bed 225cm long x 146cm wide L shape x 85cm wide long

Great working with Yemil, easy to talk to and very careful.

Move heavy cupboard from Roseville to Beecroft this afternoon

$50

Chatswood NSW 2069, Australia

15th Mar 2026

Move heavy Oregon Buffet table Ground floor to ground floor no stairs Pickup Roseville Drop off Beecroft 20 min drive Oregon timber cupboard buffet unit 140cm wide 60cm deep 91cm Tall Heavy and will need two people!

Did the job quickly and efficiently! Moved a very heavy cupboard all by himself 💪🏽

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.

Sam is kind gentle and very strong. Thank you for your help today

Lifting a pond filter weighing 100kg 20m away

$150

South Morang VIC 3752, Australia

13th Mar 2026

Filter is 1.5m x 0.7m x .7m and weighs 100kg. Need it moved to a spot 20m away

Great jobs and nice blokes