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Recent Heavy Lifting reviews in West Melbourne

Excellent service.

Move 4 or5 pieces of heavy furniture from house to garage

$150

Thank you for your help, much appreciated!

Help moving heavy items four houses down the street.

$150

Nice strong smart movers

Truck with rear lifter need tomorrow

$350

Efficient, good communication. Good job

Land Clearance, inc. heavy items.

$1,300

I highly recommend Patrick and his friend they were absolutely fabulous. I will definitely be using them again.

I require help to move heavy furniture around within my house.

$150

Great service

Removal of large heavy work bench

$100

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

$98 - $250

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$98

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$150

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$250

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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 West Melbourne

Move two large heavy pot plants

$50

Manor Lakes VIC 3024, Australia

23rd May 2026

Needing someone to move 2 pot plants, they are very heavy so likely to need two people moving them. No assistance available at either end u fortunately. Pickup and delivery is within manor lakes, dropping off just a few streets over please

Heavy lifting help

$50

St Albans VIC, Australia

22nd May 2026

Just need help loading and unloading some boxes and heavier furniture

Tha k you very nice

Move 8 Pilates reformers Williamstown. Short move/heavy lift

$250

Williamstown VIC, Australia

21st May 2026

Pilates Reformer Machines x7 Pickup location: Williamstown VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Newport VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Very quick and efficient

Move a heavy king single bed to aged Care facility close by!

$100

Melton VIC, Australia

20th May 2026

Heavy king single bed & recliner Pickup location: Melton VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Melton VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Excellent work timely and very flexible

Move heavy marble top dining table from werribee to point cook

$110

Werribee VIC, Australia

20th May 2026

Dining table with marble top and iron base. Heavy item Pickup location: Werribee VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Point Cook VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Deliver heavy 5x piece sofa suite Footscray to Armadale

$200

Footscray VIC, Australia

19th May 2026

I require a large truck and 2 very strong guys to deliver a 5 piece sofa suite from our factory in Footscray to a home in Armadale. Job must be completed on Monday 25th, please send me your arrival pickup time. There 5 pieces measure as follow: - 1x 3000 x 1400 x 800 H - 2x 2600 x 1400 x 800 H - 2x 1400 x 1400 x 800 H The long 3m piece is especially heavy and will need to be carried in manually by hand on its side to fit through the front door so please be aware of this. The house is pretty easy access straight through the front door and down into a 60cm deep sunken lounge area. I may also be able to have someone assist you guys as well who will have his own van and can take the smaller 1.4 x 1.4m items with him and he will meet you there. Please send me your fixed offer (no cash, no tips). Pickup location: Footscray VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Armadale VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Moving heavy items outside fireworks to be carried out

$120

Delahey VIC, Australia

16th May 2026

Need boxes and items on shelf in garage also a 2draw steel cabinet moved outside for works to be carried out.

Moving help with heavy furniture

$200

Werribee VIC 3030, Australia

9th May 2026

My elderly mum is moving out of 2 bedroom flat. Requires a strong person to help us move. Theres 2 bookshelves industrial sewing machine washing machine dryer fridge cupboard dining table single bed dressing table and 2 sofas and lots of assirted boxes. Have several other family members assisting including 2 strong guys. Its just loading the truck we have other people unloading.

Was punctual and polite, incredibly helpful and very strong

Move king size gas lift bed

$150

Hoppers Crossing, Victoria

7th May 2026

I need help to move a king size gas lift bed. It will need to be disassembled, moved to new property 3km and assembled at the other end. Pickup location: Hoppers Crossing VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Hoppers Crossing VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Gerard was great! He helped move my king size bed. He arrived early, was friendly and communicated well. I’d definitely hire Gerard again! Thank you!!

Furniture delivery – Truganina to Southbank (Lift booked)

$40

Truganina VIC, Australia

5th May 2026

Hi, I need help with picking up and delivering a tallboy and one table from Truganina to Southbank. Delivery is to my apartment (not just the building), so I’ll need help bringing the items inside as well. There is a service lift booked at the Southbank building on Friday, 15 May between 10am–1pm, so delivery must be completed within this time window. Pickup location: Truganina VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Southbank VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Truck Needed – 184 Cartons Derrimut to Altona (Tail Lift Preferred)

$200

Derrimut VIC, Australia

8th Apr 2026

184 cartons of packaged inventory (no furniture) 100 cartons Size: 39 × 28.5 × 38.5 cm Weight: 7.8 kg each 84 cartons Size: 51 × 36 × 57 cm Weight: 17 kg each Stack limit: max 4 high Total: ~13 m³ ~2,200 kg Pickup from warehouse (forklift available) Drop-off to ground-level storage container Pantech truck required (tail lift preferred) Pickup location: Derrimut VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Altona North VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

I recently used Warren and his team to move some boxes from a warehouse, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. Communication was clear and on point from start to finish, which made the whole process easy and stress-free. Warren arrived exactly as promised, got the job done efficiently, and was friendly and courteous throughout. What really stood out was his willingness to go above and beyond to help—highly recommend.

Moving a heavy stove

$200

Maribyrnong VIC, Australia

26th Feb 2026

I need a heavy stove moved into place from the rear of my house to my porch. Maybe 100kg. Distance. 25m

Good and reliable work

Need help lifting 5x heavy items

$70

Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029, Australia

2nd Feb 2026

I need help lifting 5x heavy items on top of each other, shouldnt take more than 1 hour

Luke was great, very punctual, hard working, would highly recommend. Thanks Luke

Move a large and heavy crate 220kg

$750

Laverton North VIC, Australia

20th Jan 2026

I need a crate picked up from a warehouse in Laverton North VIC and transported to another warehouse in Collingwood VIC. 1x wooden crate Crate Dimensions: 2600mm x 700mm x 950mm (220kg) Contents: stone benchtop You will need a forklift or hiab truck to load and unload the crate. You will need multiple strong people to safely carry the crate at delivery. The benchtop inside weighs 125kg and is 2400mm x 800mm x 30mm. I am seeking quotes from professional removalists. This task needs to be completed before Feb - the earlier the better. Pickup location: Laverton North VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Collingwood VIC, Australia

Fantastic service. Peter collected a very large crate and delivered it safely. There was nobody to collect at delivery and Peter rang me straight away and waited at site until we sorted out what to do. He provided photos. So happy with his work ethic. Would definately hire Peter again!

Move a heavy glass study desk from seaholme to Canterbury 3126

$140

Seaholme VIC, Australia

11th Jan 2026

Move a heavy glass study desk. 2 people and a van required. No stairs, must be experienced if you are located in the west even better as I require regular furniture mover from Werribee and surrounds

Amazing job wonderful would use again

Courier 155kg Item. UPRIGHT ONLY. Tail Lift Required.

$150

Brooklyn VIC, Australia

9th Jan 2026

I need a professional who can help with courier to pick up a brand new commercial machine from a warehouse and deliver it to a vehicle builder. Item Details: * Item: Commercial Machine * Weight: 155 kg (This is extremely heavy. Requires hydraulic tail lift or ramp) * Dimensions: 450mm (W) x 870mm (H) x 860mm (D) * Condition: Brand New, crated/palletized. Pickup Location: Majors Group Warehouse (5 Export Dr, Brooklyn VIC 3012) Drop-off Location: 15 Kookaburra St, Frankston VIC 3199 CRITICAL HANDLING REQUIREMENTS: 1. Must Remain Upright: The machine CANNOT be laid on its side at any point. It contains oil and compressors. If you lay it down, the machine is destroyed. 2. Tail Lift Required: You cannot lift this into a ute by hand. You must have a vehicle with a hydraulic tail lift or a heavy-duty ramp and trolley. 3. Strapping: Must be strapped securely to a bulkhead during transport so it does not tip.
 Please quote only if you have the correct equipment (Tail lift + upright transport). Pickup location: Brooklyn VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Frankston VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Really good work!! Quick and efficient. 100% Recommend them!!

Deliver heavy dining table + 6 chairs to my home

$100

Mambourin VIC, Australia

31st Dec 2025

Purchased a dining setting off FB Marketplace, and need help getting it home. Available around 6pm today Pickup location: Mambourin VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Williams Landing VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Gary was amazing with getting our new dining table setting home. Highly recommend!

Need a forklift and forklift operator for like 30 mins

$400

Tarneit VIC, Australia

24th Dec 2025

Need a forklift and forklift operator to unload 3 wooden boxes off a truck and in front of our house on Monday. The boxes contain furniture like sofas and lamps. Price negotiable.

Mason did such an amazing job! Amazing bloke, very pleasant. He was here 20 minutes before he was meant to be so that he could set up his forklift and he even waited an extra 20 minutes as our delivery driver was running late, without batting an eye. A great bloke, extremely punctual, very professional and very polite. If I could give 10 stars out of 5 I would!

Move a heavy poker table to the garage

$50

Footscray VIC, Australia

19th Dec 2025

15 minute job. Need help carrying this poker table down two flights of internal stairs and then up on easier flight of stairs to a garage approx 50 meters away. Must be confident you can help carry this before bidding thanks.

Very efficient and pleasant to work with.

Move a heavy oven 132kg from point cook to Yarraville

$100

Sanctuary Lakes VIC 3030, Australia

2nd Dec 2025

Just an oven from point cook to Yarraville not moving there just yet. It’s coming out tomorrow midday. Pickup location: Point Cook VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Yarraville VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Great job Recommend