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Recent Heavy Lifting reviews
Great working with Josh. Arrived on time, got the job done quickly, happily and with no damage. Would be very happy to work with him again. Thanks to you both!
Need 2 people to lift and load stone benchtop into vehicle
$150
Great work from Bradley, punctual, hardworking, good communication. Would recommend and hire again! Thanks!
Help unloading some heavy items off a truck for a house move
$100
So responsive, efficient - thanks nahana!
Move one lift-recliner chairs with a ute or van
$100
Beau was an effective communicator and efficiently completed the job!
Move a heavy bedframe - 20 minute walk
$60
Excellent, professional. Will call for help again!
Move heavy office shelving unit from garage into the house
$50
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
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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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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.
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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
Move heavy items down 2 flights of stairs
$200
Bexley NSW 2207, Australia
26th Jun 2026
4 very heavy pot plants also outdoor table 2 chairs - move from down 2 flights of stairs to garage
Move some furniture including one very heavy workbench
$300
Blairgowrie VIC 3942, Australia
26th Jun 2026
Move 1 large work bench (needs 2 movers), a desk, 2 tables, a cabinet, a large bookshelf and sections of a couch to the garage, move 2 unassembled armoires to the house. Largest pieces shown.
Lift a reception desk to put on delivery truck Broadmeadows
$50
Broadmeadows VIC 3047, Australia
26th Jun 2026
Just to lift a reception desk with another person and put on delivery truck Pickup location: Broadmeadows VIC 3047, Australia Drop-off location: Broadmeadows VIC 3047, Australia Removals size: House Stairs: No Must be available now to support as other delivery person needs help
Moving houses - need 1 male to help me lift (not too many things)
$80
Canley Heights NSW 2166, Australia
26th Jun 2026
Need help lifting Fridge, bed frame / mattress, computer table, some storage boxes into our Van. Then we will drive 3 minutes down the road to unload those few items. Honestly not a lot of things - should take 1-2 hours max Pickup location: Canley Heights NSW 2166, Australia Removals size: Apartment (Ground level) Stairs: At pickup
Heavy lift of old refrigerator from first floor balcony to ground
$150
Merewether NSW 2291, Australia
26th Jun 2026
Old refrigerator to be lifted from first floor balcony verandah to ground below , so as to allow for collection by retailer ,as unable to fit in stairwell for removal by delivery team of new refrigerator. Will need two individuals with high strength ropes or cabling to lower to ground. Refrigerator will be recycled, so no issues with any damage.
I need 4 couches and a large heavy coffee table
$180
Mountain Creek QLD 4557, Australia
26th Jun 2026
4 couches and 1 large heavy coffee table to be taken to the dump Pickup location: Mountain Creek QLD 4557, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
Help load and unload a heavy bbq
$100
Engadine NSW 2233, Australia
26th Jun 2026
Need one strong, reliable person to assist me moving a large stainless steel BBQ. I will be providing the transport and driving. I only need help with the lifting. Scope: * Meet me in Engadine tomorrow morning 1030am. * Help lift the BBQ onto the back of my vehicle. * Travel with me (or meet me) at Oatley. * Help lift the BBQ off the vehicle into position. The BBQ is large and heavy, so experience moving heavy furniture or appliances is preferred. No stairs at either end. Photo attached. Please only make an offer if you are confident lifting heavy items safely. Pickup location: Engadine NSW 2233, Australia Drop-off location: Oatley NSW 2223, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
Help (heavy items) with house move. Labour only required.
$295
Eltham VIC 3095, Australia
26th Jun 2026
Help moving heavy items from home to truck and truck to home. Approx 8 hours of work. No truck needed. The two houses are a 20 minute drive away from each other so it may be hard work but then breaks will be had. I'm hoping to do multiple trips if needed. I will need a person capable of lifting heavy items (especially 1 item being my woodwork bench). Please don't respond if you are not strong enough to move heavy items. This is a critical component of the task - I will need help lifting heavy items
I need someone to lift my washing machine and put on a pedestal
$40
Bondi NSW 2026, Australia
24th Jun 2026
I need someone strong enough to lift a washing machine and place it on a pedestal, it's gonna be quick and ideal for someone who lives nearby
quick and very efficient, would def call him again
Help lifting a spa onto a trailer
$100
Leopold VIC 3224, Australia
23rd Jun 2026
Need help to lift spa onto a trailer. We have two people already, ideally 2-3 more just to lift on in Leopold, drive 5 mins, then lift off
Highly recommend!!! Awesome communication and great job!
Removalists required for heavy items
$350
Morningside QLD 4170, Australia
23rd Jun 2026
1 x Washing machine 1 x Large modular couch 1 x large desk with bookcase (will need to be disassembled) 1 x Fridge 1 x rectangular wooden dining table 1 x circular glass top table (note glass does not separate) 1 x queen bed 6 x bookcases (mostly Ikea) with shelves removed where possible. 1 x small bbq 2 x large flat screen TVs 1 x TV cabinet Pickup location: Morningside QLD 4170, Australia Drop-off location: Camp Hill QLD 4152, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At both places
Good communication, friendly team, happy with service and price, would recommend and would use again.
Remove fridge from unit 4 stories has lift easy for taking down
$90
Varsity Lakes QLD 4227, Australia
23rd Jun 2026
Remove fridge out of unit and take in lift and dispose of it.
Perfect job :) thank heaps
Need this heavy chest of drawers inside please
$40
Figtree NSW, Australia
23rd Jun 2026
I have attempted to wheel this heavy chest of drawers inside but have not been successful 😅 just need them up these stairs and inside the house please. You can use the trolley in the photos, great trolley as it comes with the strap.
Aaron was great help! He helped me move quite a heavy chest of drawers that I had no way of moving myself. He is reliable and got the job done with ease 🙌
Pick up a parcel from aus post Clifton hill and take it to my place
$30
Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia
23rd Jun 2026
Pick a parcel from aus post and take it to my house today before 5pm.
Was amazing! On time and great communication.
Need 2 people to lift and load stone benchtop into vehicle
$150
Woollahra NSW 2025, Australia
21st Jun 2026
2 pieces of stone benchtop Pickup location: Woollahra NSW 2025, Australia Pick up time must be 5PM Monday 22 June Need 2 strong men to collect 2 large pieces of stone benchtop from Woollahra and assist loading into vehicle. 1800 x 1500 x 20mm And 1500 x 550 x 20mm Very heavy. Weighs 80kg per square. Must be completed MONDAY 5PM 22 June
Great working with Josh. Arrived on time, got the job done quickly, happily and with no damage. Would be very happy to work with him again. Thanks to you both!
Small Move: 6m² Storage ONLY (including 1 Fridge + 1 Mattress)
$300
Grantham Farm NSW 2765, Australia
20th Jun 2026
🚚 Removalist Needed – Tuesday Morning (23 June) Looking for a reliable removalist with a small truck and tail lift. 📍 Pickup: Rentaspace, Marsden Park ⏰ 9:30–10:00 AM sharp * Ground-level storage unit (2m × 3m) * Easy drive-up access 📍 Drop-off: Tallawong ⏰ Lift booking: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM * Full lift access 🚗 Distance: 7.9 km (approx. 12 mins) ⚠️ Punctuality is essential due to fixed access and lift booking times. 📦 Items to Move Large Items: • 1 × Single-door fridge (tail lift required) • 1 × Queen-size memory foam mattress Other Items: • Moving boxes • Plastic storage containers • Packed bags and miscellaneous items Everything is fully packed and ready to go. No loose items and no heavy boxes. No stairs. 💰 Please refer to the listed budget when submitting your offer. I am working within a fixed budget, so if your quote is substantially higher, it may not be suitable for this job.
Punctuation, reliable , highly recommended
Help move 5x heavy Ikea boxes up 2 flights of stairs
$100
East Perth WA 6004, Australia
20th Jun 2026
Help move some heavy ikea boxes (boxes for a queen bed and chest of draws) up 2 flights of internal stairs at a house. I am available to assist so can be one person.
Excellent, highly recommend!
Help me lift a chest of drawers up 2 flights of stairs into apartment
$20
Wahroonga NSW 2076, Australia
19th Jun 2026
I just need help getting this out of my car and up to my second floor apartment on the arvo of Thursday 15th. It will genuinely take 10 minutes. height 1100 width 800 depth 400 It is timber but not extremely heavy.
Thanks so much! Would recommend :)
Need 2 strong people to move some heavy furniture around my house
$150
Paddington NSW 2021, Australia
19th Jun 2026
I have some heavy furniture that I want moved around inside my house and it’s too heavy for me. I need two people to come today and move it. 5 stairs involved.
Super helpful guys, really good attention to detail and quick
Move 2 x LARGE HEAVY pots + Double Bed and Bed Frame + Small Desk
$250
Lilyfield NSW 2040, Australia
19th Jun 2026
Will DEFINITELY need more than one person. 2 x large pot plants - VERY HEAVY Will need a ramp or lift into truck i would say. An extra small stop down the rd with a mattress and double bed frame No stairs at pick up or drop off address Pickup Anytime from 8am Drop Off before 2pm Pickup location: Lilyfield NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Annandale (Double Bed and Desk) + Bankstown Aerodrome, NSW, Australia (Large Pots) Removals size: A few items Stairs: No stairs
Great communication and the guys were polite happy and easy to communicate with. Thanks 😊









