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Recent Heavy Lifting reviews

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

Mark was great…we will absolutely use him again.

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

$280

Ryan is the real deal. The type of person you hope to find using Airtasker. I would not hesitate to recommend Ryan to anyone else. We would utilise his services again. Great Job, Ryan! Thanks again for help

Move 4 items of heavy furniture into truck

$100

Highly recommend Liam, he’s professional, on time & very reliable.

Heavy bed dump

$150

Gav was absolutely perfect! and being a single mum, I felt very safe having him in my home. He not only completed the task, but went the extra mile when he didn’t have to. I highly highly recommend him, and I will call on him for any future tasks I require.

Move 4 appliances, lift 1 tv.

$150

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

median

$155

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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

Collect double bed base not heavy

$30

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Assembled double bed base Pickup location: South Melbourne VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Caulfield South VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Bed fram lift up

$35

Truganina VIC, Australia

4th Apr 2026

I need lift up my bed fram as soon as possible!!

Need 1 person to help carry a heavy sideboard asap

$50

Rushcutters Bay NSW, Australia

4th Apr 2026

I need help to carry a sideboard into my apartment ASAP - it’s too heavy for me to lift alone

Mike was super helpful and efficient, thanks again!

Help move heavy items to new house or Van hire

$100

Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Hi! I am moving house, 2 min drive around the corner, and need help moving larger items like washing machine and desk. Will need help getting the washing machine out and getting in the new house. Also open to just hiring the van.

Move Dryer -take heavy boxes/suitcases 2 NSYD, then store at other end

$400

Cobbitty NSW, Australia

4th Apr 2026

This is a heavy lifting job. Move a shelf in my garage down to floor and move my dryer to another shelf. Then take 10 very heavy boxes and a few large suitcases (some are not in image) and some light moving bags to North Sydney. Then at North Sydney you are to take all items into my Mothers Garage and store them up high for her in her garage, as she wont be able to lift them. Please not it is a HEAVY LIFTING job.

Bill & his Son were great. On time, quick and nice guys. I'd get them again.

Lift mattress and bed frame over balcony

$250

Redfern NSW, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Lift mattress and bedframe over balcony as they don’t fit up stairs (see photos for reference). Bedframe about 20kg and queen mattress about 45kg. Today or tomorrow

Pick up heavy workbench and deliver/unload

$180

Zillmere QLD, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Pickup heavy workbench from Zillmere and deliver and unload at Kobble Creek. Very heavy 303cm long 86 deep 89 high Pickup Zillmere drop off and unload kobble creek Pickup location: Zillmere QLD, Australia Drop-off location: Kobble Creek QLD, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Ghulam was great to work with - very heavy item and I’m very pleased 😁

Help.move pool table heavy

$200

Carrum Downs VIC, Australia

4th Apr 2026

No stairs Take pool table and up right fridge to location. Pool table is heavy and lega have been taken off. Can easily reattach Pickup location: Carrum Downs VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Skye VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Pickup 3 items from Clayton, deliver & install in CBD - Lift Access

$100

Clayton VIC, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Fridge Washing Machine Microwave Pickup location: Clayton VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Melbourne VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Lift a fridge from the van to the front door.

$30

Albion QLD, Australia

3rd Apr 2026

I need someone to help me lift a fridge from the van to the front door. There are about 10 steps from the street up to the entrance.

The guy is a legend, we finish the task in no time.

Furniture Removal: Dispose of TV Unit (2nd Floor Walk-up)

$60

Double Bay NSW, Australia

2nd Apr 2026

Need a hand disposing of a heavy TV unit into a nearby furniture bin. The unit is solid, so this is a two-person job or requires a high-quality trolley. Please note the apartment is on the second floor with no lift, so you’ll need to navigate two flights of stairs. The glass top is detachable to make the carry easier/safer. Looking for someone reliable who can get this done efficiently! • Pickup: Double Bay, NSW • Task: Move from 2nd-floor apartment to designated furniture bin • Requirements: Must have two people or heavy-duty moving equipment For reference, council rare is $56.25.

Great service and very accomodating! Highly recommend

Move my roughly 72 inch Mirror from Reservoir to Brighton (heavy).

$150

Reservoir VIC, Australia

1st Apr 2026

I have a large full length mirror that is very heavy and requires 2 people to lift and potentially a truck to fit it in to. Additionally 1 x mattress and 1 x bed frame (Queen size) bed frame is not bulky

Amazing movers respectful clear and efficient. Would recommend them and definitely rebook again for another move.

Help me move heavy couch downstairs

$10

Mullum Ward VIC, Australia

31st Mar 2026

I need strong and capable person to help move my heavy couch downstairs,stairs are very tricky to manoeuvre the couch…

Bou was very experienced,kind and easy to deal with…He have a great eye for detail and helped me move a heavy couch on tricky stairs very easily. Highly highly recommended

1 person with tail lift truck to pick up one pallet from port melb

$275

Port Melbourne VIC, Australia

30th Mar 2026

1 Pallet needs (only 150kg) to be collected from port melbourne and drop it off to Clyde Pickup location: Port Melbourne VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Clyde VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Excellent job, very nice human being…

We need to 2 x guys just for heavy lifting

$150

Southport QLD 4215, Australia

30th Mar 2026

We've got a five ton truck already just need two guys to help carry stuff into the truck and then carry out of the truck

The guy was a gentleman he's on time

I need a heavy photocopier carried up one set of stairs.

$120

Robina QLD, Australia

29th Mar 2026

I have a single tall photocopier/ printer that needs to be taken from my garage and up around 15 stairs to an upstairs mezzanine area. Must have two strong men to move it and it’s fragile so a bit of care is required. Carry straps are required . Please don’t submit an offer unless you are sure you can complete this task.

Fantastic couple who got the job done . Would recommend and use them again.

Move heavy furniture out of a van

$50

Brighton East VIC, Australia

29th Mar 2026

Move a solid wood furniture (single piece) from back of van. Carry approx 20-30m through garage to back yard.

Excellent. Highly recommend.

Move heavy industrial mixer from Pascoe Vale to Coburg North

$200

Pascoe Vale VIC, Australia

29th Mar 2026

Move mixer safely from Pascoe Vale to Coburg North (Gaffney St) Weighs over 300kg and is quite top heavy. Approximate dimensions: Height: 1500 mm Width: 700mm Depth: 1000mm You will need appropriate trolleys and tail-lift and minimum 2 people. No stairs on either side. Please include what time you are available tomorrow in your offer.

Good communication and was flexible to last minute changes to the job. Would recommend.

Move a heavy double door fridge from Varsity Lakes to Mudgeeraba

$150

Varsity Lakes QLD, Australia

29th Mar 2026

Large double door fridge removal

Timothy is amazing, very confident,calm strong and capable, went the extra mile for us! Highly recommend!

Someone to lift tanning bed parts while I assemble

$500

Alkimos WA 6038, Australia

28th Mar 2026

Airtasker Ad (Final) Title: 2 STRONG + RELIABLE People – Move & Assist Assembly (Tanning Bed, 3–hrs approx) Description: Need 2 physically strong people for a 3 - 4 hour maximum our job. Could even take as little as 1 hour. This is NOT a quick lift-and-leave job — you will be required to stay and assist during assembly. Job details: Move tanning bed parts from garage to back room (easy access, just one small step up from garage to inside house, dollies provided) Assist lifting/holding while I assemble. Help position canopy (awkward/bulky) Stay for full duration of job Important (read properly): Parts are bulky. You will be waiting, holding, lifting, adjusting while assembly is done Care is required — acrylic surfaces cannot be damaged Link to similar unit being assembled: (watch before applying): https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=qomlehET6mA 👉 Please watch the video before applying so you understand the size and lifting involved. Requirements: Actually strong (not “yeah I go gym sometimes”) Reliable and on time Able to follow instructions Prefer experience with furniture/gym equipment assembly or removals Time: Sunday 29 March, 8am start or 2pm start Pay: 💰 $250 each person - ppl required (fixed for the job) (Expect ~3–4 hours work) Send a quick message confirming: You’ve watched the video You understand it’s a 3 ish hour job You’re available for full duration

These guys were unreal 👌🏽🙌🏽 Showed up on time, no mucking around, got straight into it. Moved a heavy tanning bed from the garage to the back room, unbowed the pieces and then ended up just putting the whole thing together for me as well – above and beyond to be honest. Super friendly, easy to deal with, and just got shit done without any drama. Made what would’ve been a nightmare job on my own actually easy. Would 100% get them again.