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Recent Heavy Lifting reviews in Melbourne
John was reliable, communicated well, completed the job well and helped me identify contents as they were unloaded so I had a better idea where to place things. All in all very helpful. Thanks John.
Unload a TaxiBox - 1 hour work for one man. Boxes. Some heavy.
$100
Excellent service and extremely prompt
Move a very heavy set of scales from Nth Melb and deliver to Sth Melb
$100
Excellent work! Marco and his team got my washer out of a very tight alcove which had to be lifted up over a basin sink to be removed and down a flight of tight stairs with a bend. They got the washer out in 10-20 mins quickly and efficiently.
Lift heavy washing machine over sink and down a flight of stairs
$150
So good!! Would use Finn all the time
Need a heavy pot transported to another address
$40
Good guys who were professional and helpful
Shift three pot plants from Clifton Hill to Sandringham
$150
Fantastic service! Would highly recommend :)
Pick up heavy item in South Wharf and deliver to Collingwood
$100
What's the average cost of a heavy lifter in Melbourne
$90 - $240
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$90
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$150
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$240
Average reviews for Heavy Lifting Services in Melbourne
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4.93
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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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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 in Melbourne
I need a heavy kingsize mattress - and dismantled bed - moved
$200
South Melbourne VIC, Australia
28th Feb 2026
a heavy king size mattress and dismantled bed Pickup location: South Melbourne VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Port Melbourne VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
Last items to be removed from Clifton hill to Carlton
$200
Clifton Hill VIC, Australia
28th Feb 2026
7 plastic tubs. 12 various size boxes 5 small suitcases 2 push bikes 2 televisions 1 clothes wheels rack 1 book shelf 3 clothes baskets of bric a brac Pickup location: Clifton Hill VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Carlton VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup
Move a very large and heavy pot plant from East Melbourne to Carnegie
$350
East Melbourne VIC, Australia
28th Feb 2026
VERY heavy I.8 meter tall pot plant in large heavy concrete pot. Will require two people and likely a stair climber trolley at drop off to get up two flights of stairs. Pickup location: East Melbourne VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Carnegie VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At delivery
I need to get a bed base into the lift. Today
$50
South Melbourne VIC, Australia
27th Feb 2026
Just need help getting a bed into a lift and into my apartment. It will likely need 2 people as it’s very heavy.
Highly recommend !!! Very efficient and helpful! Thank you!
Lift to and from pitch festival. 5 people and space for luggage
$1,000
Melbourne CBD VIC 3004, Australia
27th Feb 2026
Need a lift for 5 people to and from the festival. Need enough space for luggage
Lift to pitch festival for 5 people and return
$1,000
Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia
27th Feb 2026
Lift to pitch and back to Melbourne on the Tuesday. Need a trailer for luggage Send me your offers
Help me bring my heavy Koala 4.5 Sofa up a set of stairs and un pack
$80
Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia
27th Feb 2026
I have some super heavy boxes downstairs in my garage that need to be brought up a flight of stairs. I won’t be able to do it on my own, and the stairs are narrow.
Fantastic, quick and easy. Thanks heaps Ios! Highly recommend.
Lift from Dandenong to Melbourne Airport
$10
Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia
27th Feb 2026
Hey everybody, I need a lift from Dandenong to Melbourne Airport. One passenger no luggage pickup from Dand tonight at 8pm
I think Colleen might just be one of the best people I have ever met. I’m a mess but she was the punctuality I needed. Fantastic chats filled with intellect and whimsy
Remove large couch, it’s heavy couch that’s up stairs
$100
Ascot Vale VIC, Australia
27th Feb 2026
We need a couch taken to the tip Pickup location: Ascot Vale VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup
Punctual and great communication! Would use again!
Lifting / moving heavy item
$100
Fitzroy VIC, Australia
25th Feb 2026
I need a hand lifting some new gym equipment that is being delivered on a truck and needs to be taken up one flight of stairs.
Good work. Good bloke
Need a person to help me move a couch inside lift
$50
South Melbourne VIC, Australia
25th Feb 2026
Need someone to help me to check if my couch can be fit inside the lift.
Very handy and practical. Highly recommend him.
Disassemble queen gas lift bed and transport that and a few other item
$100
Prahran VIC 3181, Australia
24th Feb 2026
I need someone to disassemble my queen size gas lift bed and transport it to my parents home from Prahran to Malvern. Along with an outdoor plant and pot, small Weber bbq and stand and a small occasional chair and 1 x bedside table The bed does not need to be remade and there are no stairs at either property :)
I can’t say thank you enough for the last minute help and the efficiency of the work! Best ever!!! Thanks again!!!
Move heavy boxes to Burwood
$80
Melbourne VIC, Australia
23rd Feb 2026
I have a few boxes of stuff to be transferred to Burwood
Great thank you a lot
Removalist with Hydraulic Lift Gate + Hands to move heavy items
$510
Middle Park VIC, Australia
10th Feb 2026
Removalist with Hydraulic Lift Gate to first pickup large parcel 3000 x 1750 and the deliver to Middle Park (can be broken down at site). Then when at site to remove heavy large console + heavy stone vanity with shelf from rear access garage and to bring to front of house with truck to unload on pallet jack then carefully hand move it via front ground window that is accessible. To assist to setup stone vanity. Please do not apply if you are not a Removalist and do not have a hydraulic lift gate truck. At completion to remove all timber cartons and pallets from property and dispose no added fees. Pickup location: Middle Park VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Middle Park VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
Highly recommend and thank you
Help lift 2-piece sofa to second-flooring balcony
$100
Albert Park VIC, Australia
10th Feb 2026
** Lift straps required** I have a sofa in 2 light pieces that won’t fit up the stairs. Need 2 people to lift each piece from ground level onto a second-floor balcony, then inside the room. Balcony access is clear. Bottom of balcony 330cm from floor, top rail of balcony 430 from floor. Sofa comes in 2 section with the largest section being 160x108x57cm. We can either take them out of the 2 boxing to lift up or keep them in. I can help out, just need an extra 2 pairs of hands for 20 mins to complete it. Estimated time: 20–30 minutes Location: Albert Park Photos attached.
Great work made it look easy - thanks
Deliver a plant from Northcote to Clifton Hill
$75
Northcote VIC, Australia
5th Feb 2026
I bought a small potted tree off FB marketplace but it won’t fit in my car. I need someone with a Ute to pick it up from Northcote and bring it to my house in Clifton Hill, a ten minute drive, then bring it up to my balcony. It can be lifted by one person (I can lift it would just rather not). I imagine it will take 45 minutes to complete this task. It weighs about 25kg, and is about 1.5m tall.
Quick, easy, no fuss. Would use again, thanks Ben.
Unpack heavy stone coffee tables & push heavy couch away from window
$80
Port Melbourne VIC, Australia
2nd Feb 2026
Unpack/ set up heavy stone coffee table pair and help carry cardboard downstairs to carpark bin. Also please push/pull my heavy couch away from the window. Thanks :)
Couldn’t recommend Christopher enough!! Super helpful and completed the job perfectly
Lift a table for a 5-10 minute job
$25
Northcote VIC 3070, Australia
27th Jan 2026
Help lift a table into my van Will take 5 mins Must be done around 11am today Table is around 60kgs Pickup location: Northcote VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No
Great job on time easy to Work with
Help Needed to Lift Heavy Oven onto Bench (5m Away)
$100
St Kilda Road VIC, Australia
27th Jan 2026
Description: Hi, I need 2 -3 strong people to help lift a heavy oven and place it onto a bench about 5 metres away. The job should only take 10–20 minutes, but the oven is heavy, so experience lifting appliances is preferred. Location:st kilda road Date & Time: 28/01/2026 before 2 pm • Must be physically strong • Careful handling to avoid damage • Own lifting experience/tools preferred
Team is really good
Pick up heavy box from Melb CBD and deliver to Elwood
$100
Elwood VIC 3184, Australia
23rd Jan 2026
I need to pickup a standing desk, currently flatpacked into a box from St Kilda Rd, Melbourne (3004) and deliver to Elwood, Vic. Box is roughly 27kgs. Pickup before 3pm today. There is a lift that it can be taken downstairs in. One person should be able to do it, especially if you have a trolley!
Responded quickly and got the job done in a friendly and efficient manner!









