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Great job done with a smile!

Need two heavy lifters to load boxes into a container.

$300

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

Great guys to work with!

3 Strong Men. Lift/Carry 2 x large sofas up stairs

$180

Excellent, professional. Will call for help again!

Move heavy office shelving unit from garage into the house

$50

Mark was great…we will absolutely use him again.

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

$280

Jamie is a total legend! Super punctual, friendly, accomodating and gave extra help on the day. Arrived with all the vehicle and tie down equipment needed for a smooth delivery. Highly recommend and will be using his services again.

Transport bath from Northcote to Preston (no lifting required)

$30

What's the average cost of a heavy lifter

$100 - $250

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$100

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$154

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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

Help with moving heavy furniture up stairs

$500

Devonport City TAS, Australia

16th May 2026

fridge, bed, washing machine, dresser, BBQ, Couch Pickup location: Devonport City TAS, Australia Drop-off location: Launceston City TAS, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At delivery

2 People to move heavy head bed board upstairs only

$120

Baulkham Hills, New South Wales

16th May 2026

2 People to move heavy king-sized headboard carefully upstairs master room (15 steps). Only the bed headboard to be moved. (The rest of the bed parts are already upstairs. No need assembling).

Pick up a table top 130cm heavy flat

$40

Caloundra West QLD 4551, Australia

16th May 2026

One table top flat heavy wood 130cm round. Base has already been taken. Pickup location: Caloundra West QLD, Australia Drop-off location: Narangba QLD, Australia Removals size: one 130cm round table top Stairs: No

Move 150kg heavy table downstairs

$150

Coolum Beach QLD 4573, Australia

16th May 2026

Address: access crescent Coolum industrial area. It is only 1 item taken downstairs of my warehouse office downstairs into another room. Need to take apart the table top from the base and carry it downstairs and put top back on. The top is 150kg https://www.nickscali.com.au/product/traver-round-dining-table Need 2 VERY strong men will be very tricky getting something this heavy down stairs Ideally before Monday or Tuesday latest Pickup location: Coolum Beach QLD, Australia Drop-off location: Coolum Beach QLD, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Move a heavy entertainment unit

$50

Forestville, New South Wales

16th May 2026

Assist with moving a heavy entertainment from front of house to back and into lounge room. - includes 12 steps - see in photos - not all together - need to be strong as is a very heavy piece. Will moving piece with another man.

Lift fridge freezer over bench

$250

Waterford West QLD, Australia

16th May 2026

We have a new fridge freezer that needs to be lifted over a bench. Fridge weighs around 135 kg

Lift some items in my home

$100

Windsor VIC 3181, Australia

16th May 2026

Lift a large mirror and a large painting back into position. On fixtures already in the wall for them plus lift 4 heavy pots Bout 1 metre up from front yard ground to front verandah

Lift dresser up stairs in Paddington. Need 2 people to lift.

$50

Paddington NSW 2021, Australia

16th May 2026

Need 2 people to lift a dresser up stairs into bedroom.

Very helpful and quick

Lift timber laminent into upstairs of my home

$200

Blacktown NSW 2148, Australia

16th May 2026

I need someone to come and lift these timber laminate up the stairs of my house

Feras did an excellent job , would highly recommend

Lift heavy chest of drawers down stairs

$90

Surry Hills, New South Wales

15th May 2026

One wooden chest of drawers to be moved down two flights of stairs. It’s real wooden so quite heavy maybe 60kg? Surry Hills NSW, Australia

Great job Thanks

Help me lift a table into a van

$50

Woy Woy NSW, Australia

15th May 2026

I am picking up a table in woy woy on Saturday morning and literally just need an extra pair of hands for 10 min to help me lift into my van as I will be solo and the seller can't assist with lifting. It's not huge or heavy - just a pretty regular 6 seater veneer dining table

Mike was a great help, on time and easy to work with. Thanks again

Help lift canopy into a flat tray; optional work to fit it

$100

Stockton NSW, Australia

15th May 2026

Looking for an extra hand to move a loaded 1200mm arrow Toolquip canopy from one ute, into another. I would like to find someone who could also fit the canopy at the same time. This is into a 2011 PK Ranger (dual cab). I don't have the tools etc

Wonderful to work with!

Move couch from Oak Park to Clifton Springs

$150

Oak Park VIC 3046, Australia

15th May 2026

Modular couch 2 pieces to be delivered from Oak Park 3046 to Clifton Springs 3222 Assistance provided to load and unload Dimensions piece 1 2000mm x 900mm x 900mm Piece 2 1800mm x 900mm x 900mm

Tam was fantastic, great communication and easy to deal with. Cheers

Lift clothes drying machine onto work top

$50

Botany NSW, Australia

14th May 2026

I need somebody to help me lift a drying machine from garage into kitchen and onto worktop

Great help! Thanks Mark!

Move HEAVY dresser from ground to first floor bedroom

$300

Brighton VIC, Australia

14th May 2026

I need a HEAVY marble dresser moved from ground floor to first floor bedroom (one flight of stairs). I have had it moved before. It is extremely heavy and you will likely need 3 very strong guys.

Great. Reliable, good comminication, hard working. Recommend ++

Moving/lift support

$120

Stafford QLD, Australia

14th May 2026

1/3 of a truck to unpack. Mainly boxes. Just need a hand with the last bit. With 2 people would be under 1 hour I have materials to move 2 trolleys

Really awesome! So efficient, friendly and super considerate of our belongings. Would definitely recommend!

Move a few heavy items

$100

Balmain NSW, Australia

13th May 2026

I need one tall boy, day bed, tall plant in pot and dryer moved Pickup location: Balmain NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Haberfield NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Amazing work thank you

Lift painting onto wall

$40

Randwick NSW, Australia

13th May 2026

I just need someone to help me lift a painting up onto a hook on the wall. Should only take 5 minutes

Tony completed the task on time and was lovely

Pickup and Deliver an electric lift chair

$100

Bethania QLD, Australia

11th May 2026

One electric lift chair Pickup location: Bethania QLD, Australia Drop-off location: Flagstone QLD, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

What a fantastic fast delivery service. Great communication the the whole process.

Need a lift from Perth Domestic Airport to Bicton.

$60

Bicton WA, Australia

11th May 2026

Will need a van or vehicle large enough to fit a 7’4” SUP board plus luggage. Flight lands 12:15pm Tuesday the 12th Will need a ride back a couple of days later

Legend of a dude. Highly recommended