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Recent Heavy Lifting reviews

Thanks so much Darin and friends!! The work was meticulously done and with much attention to detail. Darin reassabled the furniture piece and went above and beyond. Great helper and much appreciated. Thank you

Move heavy bed from truck

$145

Super helpful and communicative!

Pick up IKEA order. 2 heavy 8-ft countertops

$100

Awesome service! Punctual... diligent!

Move a heavy table

$100

Hard workers!! Very grateful!

King mattress/heavy bed frame downstairs, old frame/mattress to garage

$200

Very professional.. He was concentrate of all safety concerns being that it was my first time using the service ..Great Job

Move a heavy item

$75

Very fast, efficient and reliable!! Thank you for your help!!

Moving some heavy boxes in storage unit into straight piles.

$60

What's the average cost of a heavy mover

$77 - $205

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$77

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$120

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$205

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Why book a heavy lifting help through Airtasker?

If you need help moving heavy boxes, bulky furniture, and large appliances or equipment, booking heavy lifting help through Airtasker gives you fast access to reliable local movers across the US. Instead of spending hours calling multiple moving companies, you can post your task once and receive offers from heavy movers who are ready to handle anything from a quick room rearrangement to a full home relocation.  

Airtasker lets you review each mover’s ratings, experience, and past feedback, so you can choose someone who’s trustworthy, well-prepared, and equipped with the right tools to lift safely. With upfront pricing and no surprise charges, the platform makes heavy lifting more transparent and affordable.

So if you’re searching for heavy movers or heavy lifting help near you and want a mover who’s efficient, friendly, and available on your schedule, Airtasker makes it easy to get the help you need.

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Top Heavy Lifting related questions

Yes. Airtasker allows you to hire skilled local heavy movers 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 help near you by using the platform. You can also negotiate for help with packing, depending on the Tasker.

In the United States, heavy lifting help (or labor-only, short-haul moves) varies based on the length of the job, the number of movers, surge fees, building access conditions (stairs, narrow hallways), and included services. For local moves or lifting tasks, hourly rates for a standard two-man crew, moving truck included, often fall in the range of $100 to $160 per hour.

On Airtasker, you can post your task, get competitive quotes from local businesses and compare price, availability and reviews to find the right fit.

Professional heavy movers 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 heavy movers 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 heavy movers who know 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 services on Airtasker cover a wide range of home, apartment, and office moving tasks across the US. Whether you need assistance lifting heavy furniture between floors, transporting home gym equipment, or moving awkward items up or down stairs, you’ll find experienced movers who arrive with the right gear and techniques.

Many people search for heavy lifting help near them when tackling physically demanding jobs like moving their belongings. Airtasker makes it simple to connect with trusted local heavy movers who can get these tasks done safely and efficiently while making sure that their customers have a great experience:

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 home rearrangement or relocation, you can also book a full furniture moving service through Airtasker. 

Heavy appliance lifting and moving

Moving appliances like fridges, washing machines, dryers, and ovens requires proper handling to avoid damage. Many local movers can bring trolleys, straps, and sliders to lift and transport appliances safely. 

You can also check out Airtasker’s fridge moving services if you need specialized 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 heavy mover 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 long-distance moves, you can also conveniently book interstate moving services 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 specialize in these kinds of heavy lifts.

Recent Heavy Lifting tasks

Help with moving

$200

Los Angeles CA 90064 3138, USA

Apr 11th 2026

Adjustable queen bed frame needs to be moved from the Westside to West Hollywood to a condo on La Brea and Fountain. Then an adjustable king bed frame and mattress needs to go back to the Westside along with a desk and a few boxes from a house on Crescent Heights. There are stairs at both Weho locations.

Help moving heavy things

$125

West Oak Hill TX, United States

Apr 11th 2026

Help me move some 200lb plates from front yard to back. Hiring multiple people. 4 plates, 2X are 260 lb 2X are 175 lb. Need to carry them to my backyard (80’), apply a few stickers, and place them.

Lift piano

$200

Roswell GA 30075, USA

Apr 10th 2026

Lift baby grand piano to put rug under

Help move my heavy box upstairs

$20

Brooklyn NY 11204, USA

Apr 10th 2026

Moving a heavy box upstairs

Help moving items out that are kind of heavy and some cleaning

$150

Murphysboro IL 62966, USA

Apr 9th 2026

We’re preparing my boyfriend's mom's home so she can safely return from the hospital. This isn’t regular cleaning—it needs to meet a basic health-safe standard. There are still mouse droppings present, and we need to fully sanitize those areas. We also need help moving heavy furniture so we can clean behind it and create enough space for medical care access. We’re trying to organize help in a structured way because this needs to be done quickly and correctly as we are also moving in to take care of her and have to do it before Monday but we only need help with what's here now and we will also be working

Heavy sofa moved from main level to basement

$100

Pittstown NJ 08867, USA

Apr 9th 2026

I have a 72 inch sofa with 2 recliners built in. I need to move it from my family room on the main level (the room is "sunken" two steps) through the kitchen and down the basement stairs. Then across to a back room in the basement. Will likely need to move pieces of a sectional near the foot of the stairs to get around.

Lifting a heavy item from my house to my car.

$30

Fort Lee NJ 07024, USA

Apr 9th 2026

I need an espresso machine to be carried to my car.

I just need the heavy furniture packed and moved to my new place

$300

Cedar Creek TX 78612 3818, USA

Apr 9th 2026

65in Tv, bedroom set , desk, vanity , mattress , living room furniture and headboard and foot board assembled at new location Pickup location: Cedar Creek TX 78612, USA Drop-off location: Bastrop TX 78602, USA Removals size: House Stairs: No

Move a very heavy dresser up a flight of stairs

$100

Annapolis MD 21401, USA

Apr 8th 2026

It is a very heavy blue dresser that I need moved up a flight of stairs. And the drawers can’t be taken out.

Lifting pinball machines into another room

$120

Pipersville PA 18947, USA

Apr 6th 2026

Just need some help moving these machines to place this rug under them

Need to move a King mattress and tall dresser upstairs… very heavy

$100

Crowley TX 76036, USA

Apr 6th 2026

Need a King size mattress and tall dresser upstairs. Very heavy. Will take at least 2 people.

Hard worker… did an excellent job

Help moving a dresser and a few heavy boxes

$100

Angier NC 27501, USA

Apr 6th 2026

We are moving into a new house and need help with getting a dresser and a few other heavy items upstairs

Need Help Lifting Personal Sauna To Go over Rug

$100

Los Angeles CA 90027, USA

Apr 6th 2026

Hi there, I am trying to put a rug underneath my personal wooden sauna (it weights about 160 pounds). I need help lifting it up so I can put the rug underneath evenly.

Arthur is the best! So professional, kind, and thoughtful. A true perfectionist (in a good way!) with great ideas for my home! Love working with him.

Move Heavy Items Only from 3rd Floor

$250

Houston TX 77048, USA

Apr 4th 2026

TVs TV stands Mattress Couch 95” Desk Plants Pickup location: Houston TX 77048, USA Drop-off location: Houston TX 77033, USA Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Move treadmill (very heavy) to basement

$150

Atlanta GA 30318, USA

Apr 1st 2026

Need 2 people to move a treadmill to the garage and assist while being reassembled

Help to move large/ heavy sofa

$100

Venice CA 90291, USA

Mar 17th 2026

Sofa dimensions: Dimensions: Width: 103" Height: 32" Depth: 38.5", is one piece and a few hundred pounds. Need two people who can menuever it with ease. Fitting it in the elevator (if it fits) or taking it up four flights of stairs. Lifting it over head and at angles.

Was friendly and communicative

Lift treadmill to second floor room

$300

Greenport NY 11944, USA

Feb 27th 2026

Nordic track treadmill Pickup location: Greenport NY 11944, USA Removals size: A few items Stairs: At pickup

Lawrence was extremely helpful and expedient with carrying a treadmill to a second floor room. Very communicative and friendly. Thank you for the help, I will definitely keep you in mind for the next time we need help.

Help me move some large heavy wood pieces upstairs

$75

Austin TX 78746, USA

Jan 31st 2026

New sauna needs to go upstairs. Some heavy walls to move. One male helper (homeowner) can help.

Strong and efficient with great communication. Five stars.

Move furniture and a few heavy boxes to a new location

$225

Queen Creek AZ 85142, USA

Jan 17th 2026

1. Two queen bed frames and box spring 2. Box of fine China-Heavy so likely need two people. 3. A table with legs already removed 4. A few other Random boxes/bins, less than 5. 5. A Xmas tree in box 6. Lastly, An entry table, a few misc household pictures and a bin of purses and shoes to be brought to donation. Pickup location: Queen Creek AZ 85142, USA Drop-off location: Mesa AZ 85209, USA Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Michael was quick with loading the truck of my items. He was courteous and warm. I’d recommend Michael every time!

Lift furniture from van to house

$194

Berkeley CA 94708, USA

Nov 10th 2025

Help me lift furniture from a van to a bedroom in the Berkeley Hills on Tuesday 11/11. Midday, ideally 10 AM. There’s one short flight of stairs to the room on the second floor. The larger tems include: one full size mattress and one wooden chest (46” x 34” x 18”). There’s also two smaller side tables and boxes. Everything is already in a van at the destination, ready for unloading. This job probably takes 1 hour with 2 people helping.

Ecko and their partner were reliable and delightful help.