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Recent Heavy Lifting reviews in Melbourne

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

Smooth sailing, professional, a delight to deal with. Phenomenal service and would absolutely book again. Thanks legends!

Large bar fridge removal (truck with lift required)

$200

Thank you to Alan and his younger assistant. Very efficient, professional, mindful

Courtyard cleanup, removal of very heavy fridge and BBQ (gassed in)

$200

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

Lift from Dandenong to Melbourne Airport

$10

Great guys to work with!

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

$180

Fast response, job done quickly and effectively

Carry a heavy box

$50

What's the average cost of a heavy lifter in Melbourne

$90 - $240

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$90

median

$150

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$240

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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 in Melbourne

Move furniture from level 6 to 23 via lift, same building

$100

South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

9th May 2026

I am moving from level 6 to level 23, same building, lift only, no stairs. Need help to move: - standard size, single door fridge - front loading washing machine - double bed frame and mattress - L shaped couch (chaise lounge separates - photo attached).

Move a washing machine from Clifton Hill to Fitzroy

$40

Clifton Hill VIC, Australia

9th May 2026

One washing machine only Pickup location: Clifton Hill VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Fitzroy VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Deliver heavy painting 114cm 2 + 4 boxes fr Sth Yarra to Hawthorn 2p

$280

South Yarra VIC, Australia

8th May 2026

One large heavy 114cm2 tiled painting 4 boxes - 3 heavy. 3 contain breakables Job requires 2 people Pickup location: South Yarra VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Hawthorn VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At delivery

Lift fridge into cavity area

$50

Southbank VIC, Australia

7th May 2026

I’ve had a fridge delivered that needs to be lifted into a cavity space .

Help me move a few things to my new place, no heavy furniture

$60

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

7th May 2026

Kettle Toaster Clothes Miscellaneous Pickup location: Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia Drop-off location: Footscray VIC 3011, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Help me move some heavy film equipment

$300

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

7th May 2026

16mm film projector, 35mm film projector and associated items including 2 x very heavy rectifiers. They're all going into a 3m x 2m storage closet but you will need 2x movers, trolleys and a small truck with tail lift. Pickup location: Brunswick VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Flemington VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Help me lift a fridge to a mezzanine floor

$100

Armadale VIC, Australia

7th May 2026

Lift a 3 door fridge to a mezzanine floor at my cafe. Have a material hoist but need to grab it off the hoist. Fridge weighs 300kgs

Solid helper! Would recommend

Move heavy furniture out of 3rd floor apartment

$300

Coburg VIC, Australia

7th May 2026

washer and dryer, fridge, tv, desk, L shaped couch, various boxes, bed frame and mattress, 2 book shelves, large mirror and other small furniture items and appliances Pickup location: Coburg VIC, Australia Removals size: Apartment Stairs: At pickup

amazing work! they did everything well

Forklift removal of industrial machine scrap metal

$10

Fitzroy VIC, Australia

6th May 2026

A heavy old industrial shoe machine in a back factory and a few lighter bits of scrap metal Need to discuss value of job

Carry heavy box up to third floor

$60

South Yarra VIC, Australia

6th May 2026

I ordered a bed frame and they left the box on the bottom floor. Quite heavy so would need two guys to take to third floor.

So easy to work with and was so quick!

Lift and deliver a rooftop tent

$70

St Kilda VIC, Australia

30th Apr 2026

I need 1 person to help me lift my rooftop tent up 1 flight of stairs in St. Kilda and then it needs to be delivered to Balwyn. I'll be there to help. Must have a van or a ute. Pick up: 10 Carlisle Street, St. Kilda Drop off: 29 Burroughs Road, Balwyn Dimensions: 143 cm (W) x 120 cm (L) x 30 cm (H) Weight: 63kg

Great guy and great job.

Help move some heavy items

$130

Brunswick West, Victoria

27th Apr 2026

Need to move the following items from unit to garage/curb on same property - 6 items: 2 queen mattresses; fridge; washing machine; low-line entertainment unit; 1 x 4-drawer filing cabinet (empty). Would need at least 2 strong people, and a sack truck/hand trolley for fridge/washer (may be able to be provided). NO STAIRS. Just 3 steps down from porch. Please give time to complete in your quote.

They were friendly and careful with my stuff. Felt a bit pressured for immediate payment at the end while I was stressed trying to coordinate multiple tasks.

Move heavy armchair from Thornbury to Reservoir

$60

Thornbury VIC, Australia

24th Apr 2026

Just one chair - quite heavy and bulky though, will need two people Pickup location: Thornbury VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Reservoir VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Highly recommend Man, super professional, great communication. Would 100% recommend.

Moving heavy furniture

$120

South Yarra VIC, Australia

22nd Apr 2026

I am looking for one strong person to help me move a few bulky and heavy items from Prahran to South Yarra. I already have a large van, a couple of trolleys and will be doing the driving and half the lifting. Items include: 1 Large 2-piece couch (very heavy) 1 Standard fridge 1 King-size bed A few miscellaneous boxes/small items Details: Both locations are local. I'm strong and capable, but these items require two people for safety. Looking for approx. 3 hours of help this Friday at around 11am.

Roberto was amazing help. He is strong, fast and on time! Will use him again!

Remove old heater, its extremely heavy , may be 300kg .

$100

Melbourne VIC, Australia

22nd Apr 2026

Very heavy may be 300kg 100cm Length 100 cm height × 35cm depth, remove from living room ro garage, need very strong guys with trolley

Perfect welldone many thx

Lifting washing machine machine up spiral staircase

$50

Parkville VIC, Australia

19th Apr 2026

I need someone to help me lift new washing machine up a spiral staircase

Very good communication punctual highly recommend

Need help lifting a heavy box upstairs

$50

St Kilda West VIC 3182, Australia

9th Apr 2026

Just had a mirrored cabinet delivered and need help getting it up 1 flight of stairs (16 steps) carefully - it’s in a box - 1600 x 800 x 100mm - 52.5 kgs Need to get this sorted today

Arrived early and got the job done quickly - thanks for your help Gilles

Moving home (Brunswick, <1km, stairs@drop-off, assemble gas lift bed)

$300

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

6th Apr 2026

Hi, I’m moving less than 1 km within Brunswick and looking for experienced removalists at 10 am this Sunday. The pickup location is apartment with easy lift access and drop-off location is townhouse with 2 flights of stairs. Most items will go to the first floor but the beds and mattresses will go to the second floor. Please note this and include it in your rate quotes. I am looking for a flat rate so please don't send me a rate that says additional cost for flight of stairs and time. Items to move: 1 x wood cabinet (57L x 45W x 34H) 1 x Fridge (420L) 1 x Double gas lift storage bed (needs dismantling & reassembly) 1 x Queen bed (already dismantled, does not need assembly) 2 x Mattresses (1 queen, 1 double) 1 x 2-seater sofa 1 x Washing machine (7.5kg) 1 x Dryer (7kg) Additional details: No other large furniture Distance is under 1km Parking should be easily available at both locations but it is on-street parking Prefer someone with experience assembling gas lift beds What I’m looking for: Pickup location: Brunswick VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Brunswick VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At delivery

Wai and his team was amazing! Great attitude while doing the work flawlessly. I would book them again not just for moving but also some handyman work etc.

Move 2br home from Clifton Hill to Ivanhoe

$500

Clifton Hill VIC, Australia

4th Apr 2026

Ground floor to ground floor with rear roller door access at both. 2br house: - queen bed mattress x 2 - bed base x 2 (disassembled) - bedside drawers x 4 - dresser x 2 - sideboard x 2 - bookshelf x 1 - washing machine - small fridge - dining table x 2 - L shape modular couch x 1 - arm chairs x 4 - outdoor bench setting x 1 - Weber bbq x 1 - bikes x 2 - ikea wardrobe x 3 - boxes x 20 - clothes bags x 10 Pickup location: Clifton Hill VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Ivanhoe VIC, Australia Removals size: House Stairs: No

Amazing efficient movers, will use again!!

Lift fridge up stairs

$10

Windsor VIC 3181, Australia

3rd Apr 2026

Lift fridge from bottom of stairs to first floor This is a quick task at ONE LOCATION with ONE FLIGHT OF STAIRS (approx 13 actual stairs in total) Height = 165 Width = 70 Depth = 70

Very helpful would book again