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Recent Heavy Lifting reviews in East Melbourne

2 awesome strong and very polite guys. We’re on time, innovative in the task that had to be done. Would use again and highly recommend. Thanks for your help.

Lift 4 large heavy plants into van. 2 people.

$100

Absolutely amazing ! Leonard was so helpful and caring towards us. His help was genuine and was happy to add in extra furniture for no extra help. A really nice guy and highly recommend. I wouldn’t hesitate to contact him as he is brilliant. Thank you so much Leonard, you really helped us out when we needed it. Thank you very much. 🙂

My furniture and help lift couch into house

$100

Tehan was very prompt and fast and super delightful as well. Highly recommend! Would have given him six stars if I could!

Help me lift some things now!

$100

Pleasant and professional removalist

Pickup and delivery of very heavy Buddha statue.

$150

Came straight away and got the job done

Move a heavy bookcase into the garage and then move it back in a week

$60

Impeccable on every level! Rick’s word is trustworthy and his work is exemplary. His organizational capacity is only surpassed by his communication skills. There were delicate matters involving people’s health and Rick handled everything with total care, kindness and professionalism.

Pick up/drop off a recliner/lift chair

$150

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

$100 - $245

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$100

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$150

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$245

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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 East Melbourne

2 heavy planters collected in Bulleen, delivered to Rowville

$60

Bulleen VIC 3105, Australia

14th Jun 2026

2 large heavy concrete garden planters, 720mm x 720mm to be collected from private residents in Bulleen and delivered to Rowville. Bulleen residents not able to assist in removal. Will need a trolley. Will need to ring me when at collection point and confirm delivery is going ahead, so I can organise Osko payment to seller. Collection of the planters is after 5:30pm. everyday.... weekends are better. Delivery to Rowville only doing business hours 8am. to 5pm.

Need Ute & 1 Person: Move 90x90cm Oak Table (We will help lift)

$70

Bulleen VIC 3105, Australia

13th Jun 2026

Hi! We need a reliable person with a ute or van to help transport an antique-style oak dining table. ​The Details: ​The Item: 1x solid oak dining table. Dimensions are 90 x 90 cm, and 76 cm high (it will be transported unextended). ​my partner will be there to lift with you, load, and unload the table at both ends. ​Vehicle Required: A ute or van with enough space for a 90x90cm table. Please bring moving blankets and tie-down straps to ensure it doesn't get scratched in transit. ​Locations: ​Pickup: Bulleen ​Drop-off: Mitcham ​

On time, friendly great work.

Help with lifting

$10

Canterbury VIC, Australia

11th Jun 2026

Help with lifting double bed into floor rug and 2 seater couch to lounge room

Need 2 movers to help move a few heavy items this weekend

$250

Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

5th Jun 2026

Pickup is from an apartment in Hawthorn. Movers will need to carry the items down 3 flights of stairs, load them into a suitable van/truck, and drive them approximately 15-20 mins to Mont Albert North. Items include: * Heavy tiled console table * Heavy tiled plinth * Medium-sized treadmill (on wheels) * Rolled up area rug (240cm long) * glass table top * light armchair Looking for people experienced moving heavier furniture/items carefully. Thanks! Pickup location: Hawthorn VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Mont Albert North VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Lovely guys! Very happy with the service

Help pack up my house. No heavy furniture.

$500

Burwood East VIC, Australia

3rd Jun 2026

I need help too pack up the belongings of my family of 3 (clothes, books, toys, kitchen and pantry items etc). No heavy items except a television. I have the boxes and material. Will need help to work with me as I filter items and figure out what to pack and what to throw away. I except this to be a 6 hr job for 2 people.

Moving Furniture, packing and lifting boxes, and clean up

$160

Doncaster VIC 3108, Australia

2nd Jun 2026

Moving furnitures; beds, couches, chairs, entertaiment unit, TV, tables, etc to a container within the house. Packing and lifting boxes. Clean up house. From 11 am, between 4 to 5 hours. $40.00/hr

Lift a Guitar amp into a car in Mont Albert. 15kg

$15

Mont Albert VIC, Australia

30th May 2026

Lift a 15kg guitar amp into a car boot. Line 6 power can plus 112

A hand to lift a few items upstairs

$100

Doncaster VIC, Australia

30th May 2026

Need to help me lift a few items upstairs, must be strong

Hire this guy. On time and a absolute great bloke and just gets the job done

I need a furniture lift to put a fridge over a balcony

$100

Canterbury VIC, Australia

29th May 2026

One fridge that needs to be lifted over a balcony Pickup location: Canterbury VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Canterbury VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At delivery

Pick up and transport a heavy dining sideboard from Kew to Hawthorn.

$100

Kew VIC, Australia

28th May 2026

Pick up a heavy sideboard from Kew and transport to Hawthorn. No steps. This will probably require a dolly, moving straps, blankets, and a truck with a lift.

Carry heavy wooden crate with marble table inside house

$350

Templestowe Lower VIC, Australia

28th May 2026

Need a reliable crew of at least 3 experienced movers/labourers to assist with a delicate marble dining table delivery tomorrow. JOB DETAILS: • Marble dining table inside timber crate • Approx. weight: 220kg • Move from garage into house (there are a few steps) • Carefully open/uncrate the timber packaging using appropriate tools • Lay protective blankets down before handling • Gently place the marble tabletop onto blankets once unpacked • Experience handling heavy, fragile furniture is essential The piece is extremely heavy and delicate, so we need people who are confident carrying marble/stone furniture and know how to manoeuvre weight safely without damaging the item or property. Would really appreciate anyone available at short notice tonight. Please message ASAP with: • Number of people available • Experience with marble/heavy furniture • Availability/time you can attend • Your rate Thank you so much.

Sam was fantastic and got both jobs done on time and to perfection. Highly recommend him!

Pickup a heavy chair and deliver it to Brunswick

$50

Abbotsford VIC, Australia

21st May 2026

1 delicate but heavy chair. Pickup location: Abbotsford VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Brunswick VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Wonderful experience. Everything completed as promised. Thanks.

Move a few heavy items

$250

Blackburn VIC, Australia

25th Mar 2026

Hi there, need help moving a headlight cabinet, heavy doorframe and a washing machine. Not going far - only 1km! But very heavy and must move before or on Saturday this week. Pickup location: Blackburn VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Nunawading VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Thank you.. great work

Move some heavy furniture for me from Surrey Hills to Hawthorn East

$400

Surrey Hills, Victoria

8th Mar 2026

Fridge Washing Machine Queen bed double bed 3 tall bookcases 5 small bookcases desk small cupboard tv unit tv Pickup location: Surrey Hills VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Hawthorn East VIC, Australia Removals size: House Stairs: No

Easy to work with. Very Efficient and kind. Highly recommend.

Move heavy sideboard from Box Hill South to Lower Plenty

$150

Box Hill South VIC, Australia

16th Feb 2026

One big timber sideboard. 234 cm long by 45wide and 60 high 5 steps at pickup location (porch) and 2-3 steps at delivery. Single storey houses Pickup location: Box Hill South VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Lower Plenty VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Great communication. Trustworthy. Efficient. Would use again

2 strong heavy-lifters to move stuff around my house (9am-12/1pmish)

$500

Hawthorn East VIC, Australia

12th Feb 2026

No truck required - items stay on the property just moved to different locations. I need some rooms cleared and furniture moved from residence to the garage, the street for collection or to an area above the garage (note: stairs). There is heavy lifting involved! All the tools and trolleys and tricks will help you. Items include: Sofas, buffet & hutch, 20 boxes, mattress, bedhead, 2 sideboards, desk, armchair, coffee table, appliances and more. Today is probably only going to be phase one! Pickup location: Hawthorn East VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Hawthorn East VIC, Australia Removals size: Apartment Stairs: At pickup

What an extraordinary service! I am not joking when I say Iosif changed my life today 😂 10/10

Lift marble temple from garage to living room

$250

Doncaster East, Victoria

29th Jan 2026

One heavy marble temple, 920mm wide, 450mm deep and 1200mm high, weighing approximately 250kgs, that needs to go from Garage to living room, which is 2 stairs steps up (500mm) Pickup location: Doncaster East VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Doncaster East VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Chris and boys made the job look too easy. Recommended

Help me carry some large or heavy items downstairs to my garage

$100

Hawthorn VIC, Australia

23rd Jan 2026

I’m transferring some bulky items from my 2nd floor apartment down stairs to my garage, in preparation for hard rubbish collection in March. I need to move: a dryer (bulky but fairly light), a microwave, planter box (small but heavy), a large rug, some boxes of clothes, a cat scratching pole, old bedding, and some other misc boxes and items that are light but bulky. It must be done on Sunday arvo/evening as I’m about to travel and need these items out of my house beforehand. Expected to take about 1-2hrs, must be able to carry heavy objects and have fitness for going up and down stairs. No transport / vehicle required.

Tarli and her partner were incredibly helpful and efficient at moving household items and white goods into storage for me. Lovely to work with and reliable, would highly recommend!

Need someone to help me lifting an appliance

$50

Surrey Hills, Victoria

21st Jan 2026

I need someone fit / with strength to help me lift and guide a heat pump into position. No more than 15 minutes of work. Weight 103 kgs. Unit is on a trolly

Punctual, efficient

Moving heavy aquarium tanks and Stand

$200

Blackburn VIC 3130, Australia

19th Jan 2026

Heavy marine tank 4ft x 2.5ft x 2ft, aquarium stand, tank sump(inside stand) water holding storage and some odd bits that won’t fit in my car. Tank is on stand just inside the house (access directly from the garage door). Other belongings are in garage easily accessible. Pickup location: Blackburn VIC 3130, Australia Drop-off location: Kurunjang VIC 3337, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Thank you for you great help with moving my belongings and making it easier to move a marine tank. Much recommended and would book again.