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Recent Heavy Lifting reviews

Very efficient and fast. They did a wonderful job.

Moving apartments (in need of a car and help lifting heavy things)

$100

Great work! and excellent communication. Delivered the goods within the time frame required. Highly reccomend

Freight P/U Melbourne to Sydney overnight. forklift both ends.

$900

Brilliant. Would recommend 100%

Moving heavy furniture

$150

What a life saver! Came over with very little notice when my other airtasker cancelled and got everything done quickly and easily. Very friendly and professional. Highly recommend!

Help get heavy items up into my new flat

$200

Max was punctual, efficient and trustworthy. He handled everything super well and quickly. Would recommend!

Pick up and drop off furniture - South Yarra to Clifton Hill

$150

Outstanding service in every respect. Highly recommend this man.

NEED 2 STRONG MEN TO MOVE 2 HEAVY ITEMS ABOUT 20 METRES

$80

What's the average cost of a heavy lifter

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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

Move a ikea wardrobe from apartment into lift and into the garage

$50

Heidelberg VIC, Australia

21st Jan 2026

3 cupboard 2 meter tall ikea free standing wardrobe Pickup location: Heidelberg VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Heidelberg Heights VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Move some furniture appliances and a heavy safe 50 metres

$500

Deepdene VIC, Australia

21st Jan 2026

Exercise equipment safe washing machine dryer filing cabinets tv unit lounge Pickup location: Deepdene VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Deepdene VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Energetic and efficient guys

Pick up recliner lift chair and deliver

$120

Campbell ACT 2612, Australia

20th Jan 2026

Pick up a recliner lift chair from a house in campbell and deliver to nursing home in calwell. Will need to take into the nursing home and deliver to the room. Chair weighs approx 50kg.

Communication was great and job was finished on time

Need to lift a sideboard up my stairs

$30

Paddington QLD, Australia

19th Jan 2026

Just need 1 man to help me carry my sideboard up my stairs. It came as a single unit so too heavy to lift solo. Should only take 2 minutes

Quick and easy to work with

Lifting and re-stacking in my very full single garage

$200

Mosman, New South Wales

19th Jan 2026

easy access through roller door from laneway.Take out heavy boxes and loose furniture from my garage so I can cull for council cleanup and selling furniture. Re-stack so more orderly and accessible. Single garage but have not had access until today to tidy so it is messy rather than many or heavy items. I have access to empty garage next door to place items, sort and then return to my garage in more orderly stack. 3 to 4 hours at most total onsite. See photos. Can be 1 person with trolley or 2 but $200 total

Negotiated price was

Transport massage table 10 minute drive -Thornbury to Clifton hill

$70

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

19th Jan 2026

1 electric massage table (with wheels yet heavy) H: 49cm L: 160cm W: 67 cm Wheels pop down and are located at top and end of bed. Need task completed tomorrow Tues 20th Jan or Thursday 22nd Jan, time flexible. Pickup location: Thornbury VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Clifton Hill VIC, Australia Removals size: 1 item Stairs: No

His van has a lift at the back which was great

Help lift an oven onto a trolley

$50

Labrador QLD 4215, Australia

17th Jan 2026

Hi, I have a Moffat oven stored in my laundry which I need a hand lifting onto a trolley that I have. I can then wheel it where i need to after that. Just need a hand lifting it. Thanks.

Ethan is lovely. Very professional and called beforehand to provide an update on what time he would be arriving to complete the task. Would hire again. Thanks

Help to move heavy bed base

$40

Mosman Park WA, Australia

16th Jan 2026

Need 2 strong guys to help me move a very heavy bed base assembly about 10m

Nice guy. Thanks Chad

I need 2 people to move heavy coffee table

$100

Spring Hill QLD, Australia

16th Jan 2026

I need 2 people to move a heavy (marble) coffee table from Spring Hill to Sheldon. It’s about a 30 min drive between the 2 locations. There are a few steps at pick up and longer stairs at drop off. Flexible with days but has to be done by Friday next week. Pickup location: Spring Hill QLD, Australia Drop-off location: Sheldon QLD, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At both places

Reliable and efficient, highly recommand!

Tow of a small trailer with scissor lift on it

$100

Carnegie VIC, Australia

15th Jan 2026

Hi there, I have hired a scissor lift that comes on a trailer and I need it towed from carnegie ( collected by 3:45pm- 4pm) and dropped to brunswick by 5pm.

Super helpful and officient

Help me move a very heavy bookshelf within my home

$80

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

15th Jan 2026

We need to get this heavy bookshelf (about 160cm x 100cm x 25cm) up two flights of stairs and around a corner between the flights - see photos. We need about 2 strong people who can manage this task and put the shelves in my daughter’s bedroom. Photos taken of the item, and the stairs up which it must be taken and the corner between flights. My husband can help too if required. I fear the shelves are about 75-100kg. Questions? Feel free to ask. Thanks, Diana

Made moving a 100kg bookshelf, look like child play. Careful with my house while moving the awkward furniture! Thanks so much!

Removal of heavy items kalamunda

$100

Kalamunda WA, Australia

15th Jan 2026

Heavy sleeper and other items as pictured to be removed. On Friday 16/01/25 between 1230 and 130 pm please. Front sleeper is heavy and will need 2 people to remove I think

Task well done !

Transport couch from Mona Vale → Auburn + Lift old couch

$120

Mona Vale NSW, Australia

14th Jan 2026

Move a couch (2050 × 1000 × 800, split into two 1000‑wide pieces) from Mona Vale apartment to Auburn house. Pickup – Mona Vale: • Apartment with lift access Drop‑off – Auburn: • House with one flight of stairs to take the couch up Extra Task at Auburn: • Move existing couch down one flight of stairs (no disposal) Timing: • Saturday morning preferred Requirements: • Two movers • Van or small truck Pickup location: Mona Vale NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Auburn NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At delivery

Efficient, easy to work with.

Balcony lift to second floor via downward sloping driveway.

$300

Epping NSW, Australia

14th Jan 2026

I need to lift a sofa via balcony lift in Epping. Balcony lift to the second floor. Access via downward sloping driveway to parking. Balcony overhangs the driveway. Sofa is 2.7 meters long. Balcony is pretty wide so won't be issues to put inside of the apartment with wide access to appartments. Ideally need it during second half of the day.

Fred and his team did an awesome job! They came early, did everything professionally. No scratches, everything is perfect. Thank you, would highly recommend!